1930s
Phar Lap wins his only Melbourne Cup and Australia enters World War 2
1931
Kookaburra Sport joins MTEA. The sports equipment manufacturer specialise in cricket and field hockey balls and equipment, bespoke teamwear, clothing and footwear. It remains a 100% Australian family-owned business. Fourth and fifth generation members of the Thompson family continue to work at Head Office in Melbourne, with additional offices in India, New Zealand and the United Kingdom and an agency in South Africa, employing over 200 people globally.
Years as a Member
1936
Alvey Reels joins MTEA. An Aussie fishing favourite since the 1920s, Alvey Reels manufactures quality side-cast reels locally.
Years as a Member
Queensland is brought into the fold as the Ironmasters’ Association of Queensland merges with MTEA, with full branch status granted by 1943.
1936
Alvey Reels joins MTEA. An Aussie fishing favourite since the 1920s, Alvey Reels manufactures quality side-cast reels locally.
Years as a Member
Queensland is brought into the fold as the Ironmasters’ Association of Queensland merges with MTEA, with full branch status granted by 1943.