This year, Akubra Hats celebrates 150 years of Australian resilience, heritage, and pride. 150 years of being part of the fabric of Australia. 150 years of Australian craftsmanship, skill, and tradition carried through generations of Master Hatters. Hype Republic & Director Macario De Souza collaborated with Akubra to capture the meticulous 162-step handcrafted process, refined through generations of Australian craftsmanship.