WHEN you choose Australian owned and Australian made, you are not only investing in local jobs and economic resilience, but in a standard the global market has come to respect.
As the nation’s largest 100 per cent family owned and operated paint manufacturer, Haymes Paints stands as a testament not only to home grown entrepreneurial ingenuity, but as a market leader that has remained firmly anchored to the values of quality on which it was built.
Founded in Ballarat in 1935 by Henry Haymes, the company has grown from a small regional operation into a national brand. Now led by the third generation of the Haymes family, Haymes Paints remains the only major paint brand that is wholly Australian owned and Australian made.
Employing more than 400 people across its operations, and supporting a nationwide network of Haymes Paint shops, PaintRight stores and more than 350 independent stockists, the company is a significant employer and contributor to local economies, particularly in regional areas.
Harnessing the experience, ethos and know-how of a business journey that began 90 years ago, Haymes Paints’ long term commitment to Australian manufacturing continues to unfold. The company’s recent multimillion-dollar investment in its state-of-the-art Ballarat manufacturing facility reflects this focus. By expanding production capabilities, Haymes Paints is not only strengthening local expertise, but also creating jobs and supporting the future of regional industry.
Building a reputation over decades for producing high-performance products designed specifically for Australian conditions, quality remains central to the brand’s success. Local manufacturing enables greater control, innovation and consistency — factors that are highly valued by homeowners, tradespeople and commercial customers alike.
Beyond manufacturing, the company is also committed to community connection, actively supporting local paint specialists, hardware stores and professional painters, many of them family-owned businesses.
An Australian, home-grown success story, Haymes Paints continues to stand out in a competitive market while maintaining its strong local focus. And with outlets such as Shepparton’s own Haymes Paints store on Fryers Street, why not drop-in and see Karl and the team, next time you need quality paint — and expert advice you can trust.
Call in to your local Haymes Paint shop in Shepparton and meet Karl and his amazing team at 177 Fryers St, Shepparton or phone (03) 5821 1899.
