Before Whillas & Gunn, there was Kakadu Traders Australia. Three generations deep. Oilskin coats, drovers jackets, rugged outback hats, and gear built for real conditions.
WG carries that hard-wearing durability into modern movement. Travel equipage built for shifting weather, crowded terminals, long drives, hikes, rough terrain, and the unpredictability that comes with moving often.
We build weatherproof bags and luggage, UPF 50+ sun protection hats, versatile outerwear, and rugged accessories designed to work across multiple environments without needing constant maintenance or replacement.
Heavy bridal leather and handmade brass hardware meet technical fabrics and military function to keep gear durable, lightweight, and adaptable through changing conditions.
Not fashion pieces that sit in storage. Gear built to move.
BUILT FOR
Travel and transit
Hiking and trail movement
Festivals and long weekends
Fishing and coastal conditions
Everyday carry and daily movement
Heat, rain, dust, and changing weather
THE WG APPROACH
Low-maintenance multi-use gear
Weather-ready construction
Durable materials designed to age properly
One kit across multiple environments
Built for years of wear, not single seasons
Rugged travel bags, backpacks, luggage, sun protection hats, outerwear, and accessories built to move, not to sit still.
WHY WG EXISTS
Modern travel gear became over-designed, fragile, or disposable.
WG was built as a response to that.
Gear designed to work across airports, coastlines, road trips, cities, hikes, festivals, and rough conditions without needing a different setup for every environment.
Fewer pieces. Used harder. Kept longer.
BUILT FOR AUSTRALIAN CONDITIONS
Australia is hard on gear.
Heat. UV exposure. Dust. Salt air. Sudden weather changes. Long distances.
WG products are designed with those conditions in mind using durable materials, weather-resistant construction, and practical functionality that holds up through repeated use.
Built for movement in real environments, not controlled conditions.
MATERIAL PHILOSOPHY
WG combines rugged heritage materials with modern technical performance.
Materials are selected for durability, weather resistance, comfort, and long-term wear.
