Robert Gordon Pottery The ‘Pack Track Pottery’ was born. But the story and inspiration for Robert Gordon dates long before 1979 and a rickety home made studio.
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Around thirty years ago, Robert ‘Andy’ Gordon walked into a ten by eight foot tin shed, picked up a lump of clay and turned his potter’s wheel. Andy’s mother, the renowned Australian potter June Dyson, set up her studios in 1945. June formed a formidable partnership with her husband Colin who became the company’s business director. It was June’s second son Andy, who showed most interest in ceramic
s, helping out in the studio from his early twenties. It was inevitable that Andy would one day follow in his mother’s footsteps. And having married his English wife Barbara, the couple set about moulding their dream. By 1987 it was time for the company to expand. A factory in Pakenham was bought and Robert Gordon had grown from a tin shed with a dirt floor to a large purpose built headquarters. It was also time to bring new staff into the business. Andy and Barbara didn't have far to look, their four children Hannah, Kate, Bobby and Sam all joined the firm. History had repeated. Twenty years later and the children are an integral part of the company. Each one playing a different and vital role, helping to shape Robert Gordon today. To keep up with the times and the demand, RGA is not only a manufacturer of bespoke Australian made pottery these days but an importer too. Designs dreamed up at our Pakenham HQ are sent off to China to be made into the pieces that become part of the ever more popular collections we are so proud of. More than sixty years of heritage and three generations of potters. Robert Gordon. Proud of its past. Its future; fired with imagination.
23/09/2025
With gifting season just around the corner, we’re proud to share with you our collection of corporate gift packages for 2025 - designed to help you show appreciation to clients, associates and colleagues alike.
Our curated range covers everything from thoughtful gifts under $50 to generous hampers across a variety of price points. Each piece is carefully presented in a branded calico sack stamped with the Robert Gordon logo, adding both a personal and professional finishing touch.
Let us help make your corporate gifting effortless and memorable this year - explore the full collection on our website now.
19/09/2025
Taking inspiration from the beautiful dried seed head arrangements by floral artist, Wagner Kreusch.
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18/09/2025
Introducing 'Coastal Junction', the latest addition to our Spring/ Summer 'Keepsake' collection.
Oval platters, shallow bowls and condiment dishes create the perfect setting for shared dining, while the carafe and latte cups stack with ease for practical storage.
Available in two distinctive colourways, a vibrant hand-painted blue check and a refined linear stripe, this collection is designed to mix, match and elevate every table.
Shop the full release online now.
15/09/2025
Say hello to the newest addition to our dining collection — the Make & Made dinner set. Crafted from timeless white New Bone China and designed for every day dining, each piece is inspired by hand-thrown pottery with subtle rings and gentle rims that make every setting unique.
Nature's jewels - corn, mais maize and milho.
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11/09/2025
"We are incredibly proud to have partnered with R.M.Williams, an iconic brand that shares our values of quality and Australian craftsmanship. Creating this bespoke mug collection has been a true collaboration, and we are thrilled to see our three generations of pottery tradition come together with R.M.Williams' timeless style." - Hannah Gordon
The R.M.Williams Classic ceramic collection is available now in selected R.M.Williams stores.
09/09/2025
If you love classic white with a modern twist, you’ll love our Merchant dinner set. Classic yet contemporary, Merchant is seen in venues around the world and is now available for your table at home.
Explore Merchant and our full collection of dinnerware via the link in our bio.
08/09/2025
On Saturday we celebrated 80 years of Robert Gordon Pottery with the opening of a special exhibition at the Cardinia Cultural Centre. This is a milestone close to our hearts, and we’re so grateful to everyone who joined us to mark the occasion.
What began as a small family pottery has grown into eight decades of craft, creativity and community, carried forward through three generations. The opening of 'Eighty Years of Earth, Clay & Fire: The Enduring Story of Robert Gordon Pottery' was a chance to reflect on our heritage, celebrate our craft, and share this journey with family, friends and our wider community.
The exhibition continues at Cardinia Cultural Centre until 29 September, and we’d love for you to experience the stories and moments that have shaped our family’s journey.
Here’s to the past 80 years, and to the many more stories still to come.
📷 - Rob Carew
07/09/2025
Wishing our Dad, and all the Dads here or in our hearts, a very Happy Father’s Day.
05/09/2025
Crafted with generations of pottery expertise, the R.M.Williams collection of two distinct mug designs is a testament to the enduring value of products made with purpose.
Each piece is formed from high-fired stoneware and finished with bespoke reactive gloss glazes. Subtly detailed with the classic Longhorn deboss and R.M.Williams Script logos, the mugs carry both tradition and timeless style.
Watch as they come to life, from clay to craft.
04/09/2025
As part of our 'Keepsake' collection we're proud to introduce our latest Mineral Mugs - same much-loved shape but featuring four brand new glazes that unfold in deep ocean blues and soft greens, and natural hues. Each glaze is carefully chosen to blend effortlessly, inviting mix-and-match combinations for those who love collecting and combining these Robert Gordon pieces.
Explore the new Mineral Mugs and our 'Keepsake' collection via the link in our bio.
03/09/2025
We are incredibly proud to have partnered with R.M.Williams to create a bespoke ceramic collection that celebrates the best of Australian craftsmanship.
Handmade at our Melbourne pottery, the two mug designs are crafted from high-fired stoneware and finished with glazes developed in-house by our team. Subtle details like the Longhorn deboss and R.M.Williams Script logo honour their heritage, while reflecting our shared belief in products made with purpose.
Together with R.M.Williams, we have created a collection that celebrates our shared dedication to quality and Australian craftsmanship. The collection is available now in select stores.
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Around thirty years ago, Robert ‘Andy’ Gordon walked into a ten by eight foot tin shed, picked up a lump of clay and turned his potter’s wheel. The ‘Pack Track Pottery’ was born. But the story and inspiration for Robert Gordon dates long before 1979 and a rickety home made studio.
Andy’s mother, the renowned Australian potter June Dyson, set up her studios in 1945. June formed a formidable partnership with her husband Colin who became the company’s business director. It was June’s second son Andy, who showed most interest in ceramics, helping out in the studio from his early twenties.
It was inevitable that Andy would one day follow in his mother’s footsteps. And having married his English wife Barbara, the couple set about moulding their dream.
By 1987 it was time for the company to expand. A factory in Pakenham was bought and Robert Gordon had grown from a tin shed with a dirt floor to a large purpose built headquarters.
It was also time to bring new staff into the business. Andy and Barbara didn't have far to look, their four children Hannah, Kate, Bobby and Sam all joined the firm. History had repeated.
Twenty years later and the children are an integral part of the company. Each one playing a different and vital role, helping to shape Robert Gordon today.
To keep up with the times and the demand, RGA is not only a manufacturer of bespoke Australian made pottery these days but an importer too. Designs dreamed up at our Pakenham HQ are sent off to China to be made into the pieces that become part of the ever more popular collections we are so proud of.
More than sixty years of heritage and three generations of potters. Robert Gordon. Proud of its past. Its future; fired with imagination.
