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HISTORY

Operating since 1938 Hewitt and Whitty is an iconic Ballarat business.

John Hewitt (Accountant) and Jack Whitty (Farm Machinery Salesman), both returned servicemen, formed a partnership with their wives and first started trading on the 4th of July 1938.

The first shop was located at 15a Doveton St Nth, where the Mid City Motel is now situated and was rented from SJ Weir Builders. In 1951 a much larger premises was purchased from the Victorian Wheatgrowers Corporation, just across the road at 24 Doveton St Nth.

John Hewitt’s son Bill joined Hewitt and Whitty that year with his two sons also later joining the family business, Greg in July 1976 and Peter in June 1981.

The official opening of the current Ballarat store, built on the corner of Carngham Rd and Wiltshire Lane, was held exactly 50 years after Hewitt and Whitty commenced trading, on the 4th of July 1988.

Greg and Peter Hewitt continue to actively run the business today with nine great locations across Victoria: Ballarat, Geelong, Avoca, Cobden, Inverleigh, Lismore, Melton, Stawell and Winchelsea.

Hewitt & Whitty are continuing to help growers in rural Victoria today.

1938

Jack Whitty and John Hewitt open “Hewitt & Whitty” at 15a Doveton Street North on July 4th.

1951

Hewitt & Whitty moves to a larger premises at 24 Doveton Street North.

1976

Greg Hewitt joins father Bill in operating the family business.

1988

50 years after its opening Hewitt & Whitty opened July 4th on Wiltshire Lane.

1948

Jack Whitty passes away. John Hewitt continues to grow their business.

1971

John Hewitt passes away and son Bill Hewitt takes ownership of the business.

1981

Peter Hewitt joins his father and brother at their Doveton Street store.

PRESENT

Greg and Peter Hewitt continue to actively run the successful family business.

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Our Farm & Rural Specialists

We understand that the right advice can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve ensured that every Hewitt & Whitty store has dedicated specialists across all our product ranges to guide you every step of the way. With decades of experience and a deep connection to the land, our specialists offer personalised advice tailored to your specific needs.

We’ve been helping farmers across Victoria since 1938. We’re committed to providing you with the best range, the best advice from knowledgeable specialists, and the best service with industry-leading products.

Hewitt & Whitty Memories

Hewitt & Whitty

Helping you grow since 1938

For over 80 years Hewitt & Whitty have been supplying the Ballarat and surrounding regions with everything needed for life on the land. From tough outdoor maintenance equipment, fencing and fire defence products to stock feed, horse feed, supplements, drenches and apparel.

Our commitment to the support of our primary producers and communities is second to none. We pride ourselves on providing the right products, services and advice to help our customers raise the best crops, the healthiest livestock and generally improve the quality of their primary production.

We are your one stop Farm, Home and Garden Supplier in Ballarat, Geelong, Avoca, Cobden, Inverleigh, Lismore, Melton, Stawell and Winchelsea.

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