An outback hat is more than just a piece of headwear; it’s a staple of style and practicality. Originating from the rugged Australian wilderness, outback hats are designed to withstand the elements ...

KEMPSEY, Australia — The image is seared into Australian lore: Under a hot desert sun, a mounted soldier pours the last of his water into his slouch hat to share with his best friend, his horse. For ...

Iron-ore billionaire Andrew Forrest’s family office has struck a deal to buy Australian hat maker Akubra Hats Pty Ltd., deepening the Fortescue Metals Group Ltd. founder’s ownership of local apparel ...