Supporting Australian Made: A Look Inside Samos Tannery in Melbourne

At Yellow Earth, we take pride in offering authentic Australian-made sheepskin and leather products—but what many people don’t see is the behind-the-scenes work that brings these natural materials to life. One of our closest partners in this process is Samos Tannery, a second-generation, family-run tannery based right here in Melbourne, Australia.

Samos is one of the last remaining tanneries in Australia, and they play a vital role in helping local brands like ours create genuine Australian-made products—ethically, sustainably, and proudly onshore from the raw material to the finished product.

From Aussie Farms to Australian Made Products

Samos sources raw hides from across Australia, all of which are by-products of the Australian meat industry. This not only helps reduce waste but also supports local farmers, abattoirs, and animal processors.

By purchasing and tanning these hides locally, Samos ensures that what might otherwise be discarded becomes something of value—transformed into high-quality sheepskin and leather goods. It’s a closed-loop approach that keeps the entire process 100% Australian-made.

Keeping Leather Tanning Alive in Australia

With over 20 skilled employees and decades of experience, Samos continues to invest in local manufacturing while many others have moved operations offshore. Their Melbourne-based facility upholds strict environmental standards and keeps traditional tanning craftsmanship alive—right here in Australia.

Choosing products made with hides tanned at Samos supports Australian jobs, ethical sourcing, and sustainable production.

Contract Tanning Services – Sheepskin, Kangaroo, Deer, and More

In addition to their own production, Samos offers professional contract tanning services for farmers, hunters, manufacturers, and hobbyists around the country.

They work with a wide range of hides, including:

• ✅ Sheepskin
• ✅ Kangaroo
• ✅ Deer
• ✅ Crocodile
• ✅ And many others

Whether it’s a one-off trophy hide or a bulk commercial order, the Samos team offers expert advice and high-quality finishes tailored to your needs.

Want to Tan Your Own Hide?

If you have a hide you’d like professionally tanned in Australia, we highly recommend getting in touch with Samos Tannery. Their team will guide you through the process and deliver top-notch results - proudly made in Melbourne. Tan your deer hide, crocodile hide, kangaroo hide and more.

👉 Visit samos.com.au to learn more or request a quote for contract tanning services.

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