History
The MiniJumbuk Story
MiniJumbuk has designed and manufactured the world’s best wool bedding products in Naracoorte, South Australia for over 30 years.
MiniJumbuk began in the mid 1970's as a cottage industry, hand-crafting souvenir sheep from pure new wool (the source of the MiniJumbuk brand name).
Current Chairman, Don Wray, was once a sheep shearer who saw the great potential for using wool in bedding products. Don joined the company in 1978 and became the major shareholder in 1980.
Joining MiniJumbuk in 1983, Darren Turner worked his way up through the company in various strategic sales and marketing roles. Darren was appointed as the current Managing Director in the early nineties and his passion for the brand and commitment have ensured the company’s continued growth and success.
MiniJumbuk Milestones
- In 1978, the company made the first commercially manufactured wool-filled quilt in Australia.
- During the 1980s the company extended its range of bedding products to include underlays and pillows. It also produced wool-rich craft wadding.
- In 1986 MiniJumbuk was named the Australian Small Business of the Year in the Commonwealth Business Awards.
- 1999 MiniJumbuk was named South Australian Fibre Manufacturer of the Year in the Premier’s Food and Fibre Awards.
- 2001 MiniJumbuk was awarded the South Australian Regional Exporter of the Year by the State Government.
