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Murphy's is a proud family-owned and operated business

We supply the finest medal boxes and military products made from Australian Jarrah. With years of experience, our passion for quality is evident in every product, earning us the reputation of Australia's leading supplier of Jarrah service medal boxes. We include artwork and engraving at no extra cost — because without that personal touch, it’s really "just a box". It’s our small way of saying thank you for your service.

Murphy's is a proud family-owned and operated business

We supply the finest medal boxes and military products made from Australian Jarrah. With years of experience, our passion for quality is evident in every product, earning us the reputation of Australia's leading supplier of Jarrah service medal boxes.
We include artwork and engraving at no extra cost — because without that personal touch, it’s really "just a box". It’s our small way of saying thank you for your service.

Why Murphy's?

Small family business created over 20 years ago
Australian Veteran designed medal boxes
Personal service: 
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Call us to discuss your purchase
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Talk to the person designing your artwork and engraving your box
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No bots
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Always available ie: not just 9 - 5 Mon – Fri (not everyone lives in same time zone)
Proven service excellence with 5-star reviews
Natural Australian Jarrah with unique colors and features
Protective black box

The History of our Australian-Veteran Designed Service Medal Boxes

Back around 2010, we had a pop-up shop at the Joondalup Shopping Centre. Among the items we offered at the time was a box designed to hold a multitool and pouch. One day, a woman came in and asked if she could purchase just the beautiful wooden box, with no multitool included, and instead have an SAS badge engraved on the lid. 
A few days later, she picked it up a happy customer. Not long after, someone else came in asking for the same thing, and then a third. That’s when curiosity got the better of us, and we asked what the boxes were being used for. As it turned out, they were being gifted as medal boxes — a meaningful way to store and present military service medals.

And so, the idea for Murphy's Medal Boxes was born

That moment sparked an idea: what would I want in a medal box? 

We started designing with purpose — adding features like a lower tray for miniature medals and accoutrements, and a foam insert in the lid to keep everything secure. We also introduced a range of sizes, knowing that not everyone has a large collection of medals, and smaller boxes would offer a better fit.

Over the years, the design has evolved slightly, but one thing has stayed the same: Jarrah remains our timber of choice. It’s durable, engraves beautifully, and gives each box a timeless, respectful finish.

Since then, we’ve proudly donated hundreds of boxes to veterans, charitable causes, and those deployed overseas — especially during the holiday season. It’s been an honour to be part of something so meaningful.

We're passionate about providing top-notch service

We are committed to providing you with a premium Jarrah service medal box. We understand that no two customers are alike, so we strive to meet every customer's unique needs. Every piece of Jarrah used in Murphy's medal boxes and other products is 100% responsibly sourced, guaranteeing its longevity and preservation. In addition, we can laser engrave your medal box with your personal details to ensure it's "not just a box". 
Michelle and Craig Heskett, owners of Murphy's of Healesville with their dog, Murphy.
Medallion Box

Trusted By Customers with over 600 5-Star Reviews

From start to finish, we work hard to ensure your shopping experience is one you will remember! But, our commitment to excellence doesn't stop there — We are proud of the relationships we've built with customers over the years and are happy to welcome back many return customers. 

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What's in a name?

Meet Murphy of Healesville
We opened our medal box and giftware retail store in our beloved hometown, Healesville, located about 50 km east of Melbourne in the Yarra Valley. We named the store 'Murphy's of Healesville' as a tribute to our faithful, ball-obsessed, Murphy.

Even though we have closed the retail side of our business to focus online, our handsome German Shorthaired Pointer keeps us company, ever ready for a game of fetch or cuddle. We are always grateful for Murphy's unconditional love and enthusiasm that keeps us motivated on our business journey.

Whether you purchase a medal box to display your court mounted medals or any other product made from Australian Jarrah hardwood, we strive to make every experience memorable.
Murphy the dog, the inspiration for the business name of Murphy's of Healesville.

What is Australian Jarrah hardwood?

Jarrah is a native eucalyptus that grows in the southwest corner of Western Australia and appears similar to mahogany. It can reach over 40 meters tall and more than 2 meters in diameter, with a stunning range of hues from salmon pink to deep shades of red and brown.

Jarrah is our go-to timber for producing your high-quality medal box and giftware due to its renowned durability - It's an ideal choice as a special gift or stylish heirloom! In addition, all our Jarrah products are sourced responsibly, following the Western Australian Government sustainability standards.
Our Jarrah's journey begins at a local mill in Western Australia. From there, it is crafted overseas to our own unique, time-tested designs. Once the products arrive back home, we personally hand-finish and engrave every single box right here in our Healesville workshop, ensuring it meets our family's standards before it reaches yours.
Our Jarrah's journey begins at a local mill in Western Australia. From there, it is crafted overseas to our own unique, time-tested designs. Once the products arrive back home, we personally hand-finish and engrave every single box right here in our Healesville workshop, ensuring it meets our high standards before it exceeds your expectations!.

  • Words from our Happy Customers

    "So many people have recommended this company. And wow, they were right. I brought a large Medal box for my husband and the craftsmanship of it it phenomenal. From the material used to the engraving, I could not find a fault.
    The ease of ordering to the email notification that it had been shipped far exceeded my expectations.
    100% I would recommend this company. Thank you again!"
    – Jess S

  • Words from our Happy Customers

    "I just received, in a very short turn-about, my beautiful Jarrah Box to store my family's medals. Craig communicated well and clearly, and I couldn't be more pleased with the result. I have no hesitation in recommending Murphy's of Healesville for all such projects."
    – Neil C

  • Words from our Happy Customers

    "Just purchased a medal box - the product, communications, and service was nothing short of excellent. Order included engraving which was delivered quickly and the whole thing looks great and very classy (not like the cheap, mass produced ones you can see elsewhere)"
    – G Be

  • Words from our Happy Customers

    "An excellent high quality product and great customer service. Would recommend to anyone looking for medal boxes. Initial design for engraving was sent within a day of the initial order and the product was dispatched and arrived within a week. Exceeded my expectations."
    – Nicholas B
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Our Purchasing Process

We've worked hard over the years to ensure that our ordering process is straightforward and fuss-free so that you always have a positive experience when purchasing our products. Plus, you can submit engraving details if you'd like to customise your purchase.
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Step One.

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Select your items in our Shop. Everything we offer can be personalised by engraving a special message, emblem or logo on request.

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Step Two.

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We are proud to offer fast artwork turnaround for orders. We will email you a draft of your customised artwork, usually the same day or at least within 24 hours of receiving your order (if your order is urgent, please give us a yell).
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Step Three.

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Once you have carefully reviewed and approved your artwork, our experienced engraving experts (Michelle and Craig) will get to work on your order. Engraving usually takes between 3-4 business days. Then, we will dispatch your order via Australia Post and forward tracking details.
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Step Four.

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The delivery day has arrived! You'll be so happy with the experience; you'll want to tell all your friends. So why not jump onto Google and share your experience with the world?
Did you know we deliver to customers in Canada too? We can engrave your medal display case with Canadian military emblems to personalise for you. Check out our range!
medal display cases
Australian jarrah forest with rays of sunlight shining through the branches.
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