Waverley Woollen Mills 140-Year Celebration Picnic Blanket

As part of our 140-Year celebrations in 2026, Scotch Oakburn College has partnered with Waverley Mills, Australia’s oldest working textile mill, to create a bespoke, limited-edition blanket.

Each blanket is crafted from robust, eco-friendly Merino wool and features a unique design inspired by the tartan from the current Girls’ Winter Uniform skirt, incorporating the College colours.

Practical and timeless, this picnic rug is perfect for family outings, keeping in the car for spontaneous adventures or to keep you warm at the rowing, football, netball or hockey…

Woven to last for generations, it’s both a functional keepsake and a meaningful symbol of belonging to our College community.

Own a piece of history. Celebrate tradition. Wrap yourself in 140 years of Scotch Oakburn.

Some specifics from the Waverly Mills website:

• 100% Australian Wool
• 29 Micron Wool
• Edge: Fringe
• Size: 150 x 170 cm
• Approximate weight: 1100grams
• Proudly designed and made in Tasmania, Australia

Care Instructions:

Waverley products are designed to withstand a bit of rough and tumble however, it is still recommended that you launder your product with care. Waverley Woollen Mills suggest airing outside or in a steamy bathroom is the easiest way of refreshing your product. For any spills or mishaps, they recommend spot cleaning. You may choose to dry clean and if so, they recommend discussing the care instructions with your chosen drycleaner before leaving your product. They do not recommend machine washing your product, even if your machine has a delicate or hand wash cycle.