who was the founder of old gold chocolate in australia

Macpherson Robertson was the founder associated with Old Gold chocolate in Australia; the brand was first made by his confectionery company, MacRobertson’s, in 1916.

Quick scoop

• Founder: Sir Macpherson Robertson.

• Brand origin: Old Gold began under MacRobertson’s in Australia and later became part of Cadbury after the company was sold in 1967.

Extra context

Robertson was a major Australian confectioner whose company also created other well-known brands like Cherry Ripe and Freddo Frog.