They’re a symbol of the Australian outback, but how exactly is an Akubra made? ​ It takes 14 rabbits, eight weeks and 60 pairs of hands to produce a single hat. ​ In a regional NSW factory, workers still rely on century-old machines to craft one of Australia’s most recognisable pieces of clothing. ​ By Kath Sullivan and Kevin May via ABC Landline Stream #ABCLandline now on ABC iview #Akubra #Hats #NSW | ABC Landline
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They’re a symbol of the Australian outback, but how exactly is an Akubra made? ​ It takes 14 rabbits, eight weeks and 60 pairs of hands to produce a single hat. ​ In a regional NSW factory, workers still rely on century-old machines to craft one of Australia’s most recognisable pieces of clothing. ​ By Kath Sullivan and Kevin May via ABC Landline Stream #ABCLandline now on ABC iview #Akubra #Hats #NSW | ABC Landline
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