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History

Haverford Pty Ltd was Established in 1888 by J H Fuller. He managed the firm through wars and depression until 1952. Joining the firm at 16 years of age in 1926, J A Fuller followed in his fathers footsteps directing the company until failing health led to his retirement in 1987. Haverford warehouse locations have included Sydney, Mascot, Carlton Peakhurst & Lawnton (QLD). The business now operates out of one large single premises in Revesby NSW.

Current operation

The company is now managed by Robert Winney, and currently employs 7 fulltime staff. The business now operates out of one large single premises in Revesby NSW, and we ship our products nationally and internationally on a daily basis. Haverford supply a large range of netting, rope and tackle used for:

• fishing
• decoration
• aquaculture
• safety
• bird control
• sports and more.

Who do we supply? Haverford supplies direct to the public all items excluding our range of fishing tackle. Our fishing tackle is only distributed on a wholesale basis.

All netting, rope and professional fishing equipment is happily supplied DIRECT TO THE PUBLIC.

The large range of product held in stock ensures prompt delivery. As well as goods held in store, enquiries for specially-made netting & tackle are welcomed. Major jobs have included the supply of netting for the Sydney Olympics Opening Ceremony, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney International Airport and Brisbane Expo'88. Haverford have also supplied net and rope for use in polular television shows Survivor, and The Biggest Loser. A large amount of stock is also exported to the Pacific Islands, New Zealand, The United States, Africa and Europe.

Haverford now also offers a CUSTOM NET MAKING service, with industrial sewing machines which can assist with all specific requirements.

Netting - Sydney Olympics 2000

Haverford Pty Ltd were pleased to supply the Heavy-duty P/E netting required to support the "Aboriginal Wandjina" display at the Sydney 2000 Olympic opening ceremony.

The netting was specifically cut & sewn by netmaker Bob Martin.

1200 square metres of netting was required, with the finished "flag" weighing over 380kg.

 

Haverford have recently supplied the small mesh safety netting for underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We supplied over 6000 sq mtrs of UV treated polyethylene netting. (2010)

Haverford Pty Ltd recently supplied the netting used for the Elephant Enclosure at Taronga Zoo in Sydnay. Netting was custom designed and installed by Steve at Sydney Netting. (2011)

Click Here to view video of completed project at Taronga Zoo

Haverford Pty Ltd Revesby Warehouse and Offices

Haverford was established in 1888, yes that's right 1888.

We have a small section of our showroom dedicated to the history of the company. There is a collection of products of the past, rare artwork and unique company pieces.