Hartz is an Australian mineral water and soft drink brand founded in Cambridge, Tasmania, Australia in 1969 by Ron Powell. Ron's son, Stephen, took over the business in 1980.[2][3]

Hartz
Hartz
Company typePrivate
IndustryBeverage
Founded1969 (55 years ago) (1969) in Cambridge, Tasmania, Australia
FounderRon Powell
Headquarters,
Australia
Area served
Tasmania
OwnerStephen Powell
ParentJuicy Isle[1]
Websitewww.hartz.com.au

In April 2008, Hartz was placed into administration following financial issues with creditors claiming more than AUD$2 Million owed by the company. Later that year, Hartz was acquired by Juicy Isle, another beverage manufacturer from Tasmania.[4][5]

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  1. ^ https://www.themercury.com.au/lifestyle/tasmanian-company-juicy-isle-changes-hands/news-story/31740e6aa0909a3eb6e876b2ea671460
  2. ^ https://www.hartz.com.au/about/
  3. ^ "Devil of a dispute over Tasmanian drinks brand". FoodBev Media. 2008-04-18. Retrieved 2023-10-11.
  4. ^ "Hartz future in court". ABC News. 2008-05-01. Retrieved 2023-10-11.
  5. ^ "Hartz drinks sold". ABC News. 2008-07-03. Retrieved 2023-10-11.
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