Back Story

Where It Started

I'd had some bad news back in the UK. Life felt mediocre, so at 19 I did what any 19 year old might do. I packed my bags and headed to Australia.

To stay, I needed to do farm work. I landed on a farm knowing absolutely nothing about country life. A city boy with fake teeth, completely out of his depth.

Becoming Family

Nine months of fixing fences, ploughing fields, hunting, and a lot of laughter later, something had shifted. I saw the farm owner like an uncle. I'd become a nephew to him.

We got talking about a brand. He wanted his workers in proper gear, something that meant something. I sketched a hat. He liked it.

Harry with friends in the Australian outback

The Hats

I went to Asia, found a manufacturer I trusted, and Tureevale became real. But it was never just about the hats.

I want people to feel the same sense of belonging I felt on that farm. Every sale feeds back into those Aussie country towns, the towns that took me in and gave me everything.

Community, Belonging, Giving Back

This story goes beyond a product. It's about the places that shape us, and giving something back to them.

Harry with the Coolah Sporting Club team

If this resonates with you, or you want to know more, I'd love to chat. Reach out to me at Harrykennedy049@gmail.com or +44 7772805698

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