We're Heading to Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne. Come See Us!
We have some exciting news to share. Bendigo Pottery will be exhibiting at Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne 2026 - Australia's premier wholesale trade event for gift and homewares retailers.
If you're a retailer, gift shop buyer, homewares stockist or trade buyer looking to add something genuinely different to your range, we'd love to see you at our stand. This is your opportunity to meet our team face-to-face, touch and feel the full range, and place wholesale orders on the spot.
Reed Gift Fairs is where Australia's best wholesale brands connect directly with retail buyers, and for Bendigo Pottery, it's the perfect stage to introduce our handcrafted stoneware to new stockists across the country.
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EVENT AT A GLANCE |
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📅 Dates |
Saturday 8 - Wednesday 12 August 2026 |
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🕘 Hours |
Sat - Tue: 9am - 6pm | Wed: 9am - 3pm |
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📍 Venue |
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) |
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🚪 Location |
Stand S39, Between Doors 1-8, Clarendon Street entrance |
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🏺 Bendigo Stand |
See Bendigo Pottery in the exhibitor directory |
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🎟️ Entry |
Free for registered trade buyers & retailers |
Australia's Oldest Pottery - Now Available to Wholesale Stockists
Bendigo Pottery has been crafting handmade stoneware in Epsom, Victoria since 1858, making us Australia's oldest continually operating pottery. For over 167 years, we've been producing ceramics the same way: by hand, on-site, and with the kind of quality and character that mass-produced tableware simply can't replicate.
Today, our range spans everyday kitchen essentials, serveware, bakeware, vases and giftware - all made in Bendigo, all backed by a heritage story that resonates with Australian consumers at every price point.
For retailers, that story is a genuine point of difference on the shelf. When your customers pick up a Bendigo Pottery mug or serve from a Heritage casserole dish, they're not just buying a product - they're buying a piece of Australian ceramic history.
What to Expect at Our Stand
At Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne 2026, we'll be showcasing selected products available to wholesale. Here are our collections on display:
Organic Collection
Hand-shaped, naturally asymmetric pieces finished in smooth satin glazes. Each piece celebrates gentle irregularity and tactile form - a strong seller for contemporary gifting, interior-focused retailers and lifestyle stores.
Coupe Collection
Sleek, rimless stoneware with a clean modern silhouette. A favourite with cafes, bistros and hospitality-focused buyers, as well as home retailers wanting a contemporary, restaurant-quality look.
Home & Table Collection
Our everyday essentials edit, spanning mugs, bowls, platters, servingware and kitchen accessories. Versatile and practical for a wide range of retail contexts, from homewares boutiques to gift stores.
Gifts & Souvenirs Collection
Featuring handcrafted Australian-made keepsakes and giftware. Perfect for standalone retail or pair beautifully with gourmet products and local produce in curated gift hampers and gift boxes.
Our team will be on hand to walk you through the full catalogue, discuss minimum order quantities, lead times, and wholesale pricing. Whether you're an existing stockist looking to expand your range, or a new buyer discovering Bendigo Pottery for the first time, we're here to make it easy.
Proudly Australian Made - and That Matters More Than Ever
Every piece is handcrafted in Bendigo, Victoria - the same site where we’ve been making ceramics since 1858.
For Australian retailers, that’s a significant commercial advantage. Consumer demand for locally made products continues to grow strongly and shoppers are increasingly willing to pay a premium for goods with genuine Australian provenance. Bendigo Pottery gives your customers exactly that: a product they can pick up, feel the quality of, and know was made by Australian hands, in an Australian workshop, by a business that has been part of this country’s story for over 165 years.
The “Australian Made” story is also one of the strongest gifting narratives in the market. Whether your customers are buying for themselves, as a gift, or as a souvenir of regional Victoria, Bendigo Pottery ticks every box - local, handmade, meaningful, and built to last.
Why Retailers Choose to Stock Bendigo Pottery
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🏺 Australia's oldest pottery - a brand story that sells itself on the shelf |
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🇦🇺 100% Australian made - meets growing consumer demand for locally made products |
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🎁 Strong gifting appeal - ideal for gift shops, boutiques, tourist retail and homewares stores |
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📦 Flexible wholesale arrangements - suitable for independents through to larger retail chains |
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📸 Proven visual retail presence - stoneware that photographs well and merchandises beautifully |
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🔄 Consistent quality - high-fired stoneware built to last, with low return rates |
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🤝 Dedicated trade support - our wholesale team works with stockists on ranging, display and reorder |
About Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne 2026
Reed Gift Fairs is Australia's premier wholesale trade event for the gift, homewares and lifestyle industry. Held annually at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the August edition attracts over 18,000 retail buyers, category managers, designers and stylists from across Australia.
With 450+ exhibitors spread across Gift & Lifestyle, Home & Décor, Fashion & Accessories, Kids & Family, and Beauty & Wellness, Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne is where Australian retailers come to discover what's new, source their seasonal ranges and build supplier relationships for the year ahead.
The event is trade-only and free for registered buyers to attend, making it one of the most efficient sourcing environments available to Australian retailers.
How to Find Us at the Fair
Bendigo Pottery will be exhibiting at Stand S39, Doors 1-8 at the MCEC Melbourne. Entry is via Clarendon Street. Check the Reed Gift Fairs exhibitor directory to locate our exact stand number and add us to your planning shortlist before you arrive.
We recommend registering for the fair early. Registration is free for trade buyers and gives you access to the full digital planning tools including the exhibitor shortlist, product showroom and floorplan.
Already a Wholesale Buyer? Log In to Your Account
If you're an existing Bendigo Pottery wholesale partner, you can access our full trade catalogue, wholesale pricing and order history through our dedicated wholesale portal. Place orders, check stock availability and manage your account at any time.
Access the Bendigo Pottery Wholesale Portal
Interested in Becoming a Bendigo Pottery Stockist?
If you're a retailer who hasn't stocked Bendigo Pottery before, Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne is the ideal opportunity to meet our team, see the range in person and discuss a wholesale arrangement that works for your store.
Can't make it to the fair? You can also enquire about wholesale through our online portal. Our trade team will be in touch to walk you through the catalogue, minimum orders and terms.
Apply for a Wholesale Account
We'll See You in Melbourne
Whether you've stocked Bendigo Pottery for years or you're discovering us for the first time, we'd love to connect at Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne 2026. Come to our stand, see the full range, meet the team, and let's talk about getting authentic, Australian-made handcrafted pottery into your store.
📅 8 - 12 August 2026 | MCEC Melbourne | Stand S39 | Doors 1-8 | Free for registered trade buyers
