The Queensland premier will present the Duke and Duchess of Sussex a hand-made teddy bear from the state's sheep country for their impending first child when the couple visit Fraser Island on Monday.
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Tambo, a tiny town boasting a population of just 345, rejuvenated their economy in the midst of crippling drought by producing unique teddy bears, stuffed with wool, out of woollen pelts.
Twenty five years on and Tambo Teddies have made their way into bedrooms around the world.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the gift is a reminder of the importance of Queensland's fine wool industry and the extent to which western parts of the state have suffered from drought.
"Tambo Teddies are also proof of the resilience of Queenslanders and how they overcome tough times backing themselves and an Australian-made product," she said.
Queensland's official gift, reportedly set to be a cream-coloured bear with a green, black-spotted bow tie, continues a royal teddy tradition after Prince William and Kate's children were given one.
The royal couple's first child is expected around April next year.
Australian Associated Press
