June, 2010: Akubra's legendary quality is now in a hemp straw hat. Hemp is one of the world’s strongest fibers. The fibers are naturally resistant to mold and ultraviolet light and are extremely resistant to abrasion. Hemp straw hats are stronger than toquilla fiber Panamas, are more durable and will last longer.
April, 2010: We have just added the Stony Creek fur felt hat to the Akubras we offer from stock service here in North America. One of Akubra's newer styles, the Stony Creek has a center crease and side dents, and a double-tassled horsehair band.
March, 2010:Akubra News from Kempsy Australia. The March issue, available as a pdf, includes a letter from an Akubra customer in the US, comparing a recent Snowy River purchase to Stetson hats.
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