Bluey is taking over Bunnings (aka Hammerbarn) this August with must-have merch and fun for the whole family

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Plus, find out why the ABC has pulled the iconic Hammerbarn episode… and why parents are NOT happy.

Hammerbarn is coming to life in Bunnings stores across Australia this August, and it’s shaping up to be a total family favourite.

From Wednesday, July 30, stores nationwide will get the full Bluey treatment, inspired by the hit Hammerbarn episode. Expect exclusive toys, homewares and must-have merch that’ll have the whole family saying, “for real life?”

And yes, the gnomes are back! Fan faves Hecuba, Tony, Jeremy and the zen Meditation Gnome are returning to shelves, joined by three new recruits: Gerald, plus a Bride and Groom Gnome duo. But be quick, these little legends won’t stick around for long.

Bunnings Bluey Hammerbarn merchandise — We are obsessed with the Bluey products and Hammerbarn merchandise now available at Bunnings. *(Image: Supplied)*

Limited-edition merch you won’t want to miss

Looking to give your kids’ bedroom a little mid-winter makeover? You’re in luck! Real-life versions of Bluey and Bingo’s bedroom décor will be available in-store and online. We’re talking the iconic watermelon rug, glow-in-the-dark wall stickers, paper lanterns and more. It’s never been easier to bring their favourite show into their own space.

From Hammerbarn socks and keyrings to the cutest kids’ tote bags and bucket hats, there’s plenty of gear to help your little ones show off their love for all things Bluey. But don’t wait too long, these exclusive items will only be available while stocks last.

Bunnings General Manager of Marketing, Justine Mills, says the partnership is a perfect match. “Bluey and Bunnings couldn’t stay apart – the duo just works! Following the success of the Hammerbarn experience last year, we’re thrilled to be working with BBC Studios and Ludo Studio again to bring another slice of Bluey’s world into homes across Australia – this time with our Bluey-inspired kids’ homewares range, and of course, the much-loved Bluey gnomes.”

To secure your spot at a Bluey workshop visit D.I.Y. Workshops And Activities – Bunnings Australia

Bluey Bunnings Hammerbarn merchandise — Check out the iconic watermelon rug and those paper lanterns, just look at them! *(Image: Supplied)*

ABC temporarily pulls iconic Bluey episode

Aussie Bluey fans are up in arms after the ABC quietly pulled Season 2’s Hammerbarn episodes from its streaming platform.

Turns out, the episode was removed from ABC iView due to a commercial partnership between Bunnings and BBC Studios, the company that holds Bluey’s merchandising rights. The timing coincides with Bunnings restocking their wildly popular Bluey-inspired garden gnomes and show-themed merch.

“As the ABC cannot align with a commercial brand or partnership, the Bluey episode Hammerbarn will temporarily be unavailable on ABC iView,” a spokesperson for the ABC said.

“Hammerbarn will return to ABC iView at a later date. All other episodes of Bluey seasons one to three remain on ABC iView for Bluey fans to enjoy.”

Bluey Hammerbarn episode — “You can’t be serious? My 3-year-old is going to throw a fit,’’ one frustrated parent wrote on Reddit. *(Image: ABC)*

While Hammerbarn is still available to stream on Disney+ in the US and the BBC in the UK, Aussie families are missing out – and they’re not happy.

“You can’t be serious? My 3-year-old is going to throw a fit,’’ one frustrated parent wrote on Reddit.

“Yeah ours is missing too, my girl is very upset,” another added.

For now, fans will have to wait for Hammerbarn to return. But with Aussie kids howling for their favourite episode, the ABC could be in for more than just a few angry emails.