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Our Chocolate-Covered Legacy

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MALTESERS. The Lighter Way to Enjoy Chocolate

What could be better than crisp malt centres paired with delicious milk chocolate? Don’t ponder too long - you might miss your mate stealing the last one.

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1936

Created by Forrest Mars Sr. in 1936, and first sold in 1937, MALTESERS were originally sold in a box—and were first marketed as ‘energy balls.’

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1950s

In 1954, MALTESERS published advertisements premiering the brand’s latest tagline: “More to Munch.” 

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1980s

In 1988, the Mars factory in Ballarat makes the first Australian MALTESERS.

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2003

Maltesers launches TV commercial where two pregnant woman are giggling as their bubs are kicking
Maltesers off their bellies.

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2012

Mars invests over $50 million into our chocolate factory in Ballarat, including a new MALTESERS production facility.

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2016

Fan favourite MALTESERS TV commercial goes live.

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Today

This year, MALTESERS is working with Mama Tribe to support new and expectant mums through the ups and downs of motherhood. Together, we're shining a light on the importance of having that friend, partner, or group of other mums who can help us manage the unmanageable and see the lighter side of life.

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Supporting Mums’ Mental Health

We’ve partnered with Mama Tribe to support mums and their mental health.

Need a Little Help?

From our ingredients to our history, we love to answer your questions about MALTESERS.

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