Kidman, Australian by Design

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Executive Chairman of Hancock Prospecting, Hancock Agriculture and S. Kidman & Co, Dr Gina Rinehart AO, said:  “Sir Sidney Kidman is one of Australia’s extraordinary pioneers and contributors, and undoubtedly one of our nation’s most well-renowned pastoralists The opening of our new Aussie store in the heart of Brisbane celebrates Sir Sidney’s proud legacy and contribution to our country. 

“Sir Sidney was known as Australia’s ‘Cattle King’, having left home aged just 13 years old with nothing more than a one-eyed horse, Cyclops, a thin blanket, a rope, the clothes he was wearing and, and 5 shillings he’d earnt in his pocket. Despite not finishing his education, he went on to open up and expand Australia’s agricultural industry and ultimately owned 100 stations around Australia, one of the world’s largest private landholdings, if not, the largest. 

“Sidney was a great friend and business partner of my grandfather James Nicholas of Cobb & co, who was also prominent in the pastoral industry,particularly in West Australia, where he became the states largest landowner,(although the government of the day, requested he reduce his land holding). James Nicholas helped to expand Cobb & co in the eastern states and then moved to West Australia and built Cobb & Co there, to supply the burgeoning gold industry around Kalgoorlie, and other areas too. Cobb & co was essential to supply goods and services to outback Australia, helping in the development of our country.

*“This is a truly unique Australian story and one that we can all be very proud of. The opening of our Brisbane store is a continuation of this heritage , and we’re delighted to be able to bring our quality boots, hats and clothing, to more and more Australians.”

Chief Executive Officer of Hancock Agriculture and S. Kidman & Co, Adam Giles, said: “Kidman is Australian by design, with our boots, hats and clothing made from the finest Australian products including Australian cotton and leather from our very own Kidman properties. This gives our apparel true traceability and a real paddock to the product model in keeping with the Sir Sidney Kidman legacy, and this ethos of true Australian heritage is what our customers love.

“Whether your job takes you to the bush or the boardroom, Kidman clothing is made for those Australians who work hard. What really sets us apart from our competitors is our unwavering commitment to value. Anybody who loves distinct, eye-catching styles made with unbeatable Australian quality at the best possible price, will love Kidman.

“We’re very excited to launch our new flagship store right here in the beating heart of Brisbane and we can’t wait to welcome Queenslanders and those from further afield to our store, not just for our massive opening week but for many, many years to come.”

“Kidman, Australian by Design”