The House of Tartans

The fascination with tartan and its traditions has encompassed the world. One Family of Scottish decent who continue to carry this on are the Johnstons. The House of Tartans are importers and stockists of tartan products, specializing in accessories and the traditional designing of State, Corporate and District Tartans for Australia. Access to over 16,000 Celtic names are available and we may be able to assist you in seeking out your family tartan. A castle

Fine Imported Products

  • Tartan Fabrics
  • Men's kilts
  • Scaves and Sashes
  • Ladies kilted skirts
  • Ties, caps and braces
  • Tam-o-shantas
  • Corporate and family tartan design
  • Australian state tartans available: New South Wales, Victorian State, South Australian, Australian Police and Australian National Tartan

House of Tartan also has a tartan design service for Corporate and Family tartans

Victorian Ambulance Tartan in production right now.

Registered number TBA Computer generated image of the Victorian Ambulance tartan

RED - This is symbolic of the true Maltese Cross, a recognised age-old symbol which portraits humanitarian relief and medical care, forming the centre pivot of the sett.

BLACK - Black is not a colour, but is classified as a hue and therefore it depicts neutrality, which officer's project at all times when performing their duties within the community.

WHITE - Portraits the white stars depicted on the Victorian State of Arms and have further significance for Australia, represents the Southern Cross Constellation, a unique feature of the Southern Hemisphere.

YELLOW - The two lines represent the modern mobility of the service, which provides mobile accident and emergency treatment support to victims and portraits the dedication of the Ambulance service members.

BLUE - Dark blue represents the uniform of the day a component of the service and has symbolic representation of the blue on the Victorian State coat of Arms.

The light blue which forms the circle backdrop of the badge is symbolic of the unbroken and continuous service which is provided to the people of Victoria.

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