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MacRobertson's

Australian company

MacRobertson's, officially the MacRobertson's Steam Confectionery Works, was an Australian company that produced chocolates and various other confectionery. Some of its historical brands exist today, most notably Freddo frogs, Old Gold, Snack, and Cherry Ripe, all owned by Cadbury Australia.2 It was founded by Macpherson Robertson.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Photo: Cadbury, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3

MacRobertson's, officially the MacRobertson's Steam Confectionery Works, was an Australian company that produced chocolates and various other confectionery. Some of its historical brands exist today, most notably Freddo frogs, Old Gold, Snack, and Cherry Ripe, all owned by Cadbury Australia.2

The story

Founded by Macpherson Robertson in 1880.1

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Timeline

  1. 1880Founded Founded1

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