History

• Maru is a family run business.
• Ruth “matriarch”, Ian (son) owner/manager, Marilyn (daughter) marketing, Stephen (son) responsible for building and maintenance.
• Neroli Heffer Park Manager .
• The name “MARU” originates from the first two letters of the family ladies – Ma rilyn and Ru th.
• Ruth and her late husband George were founders of the present Maru.
• Ruth is 80yrs. Sept 2005 – No plans of retirement .
• Ruth is never far from the business enjoying interaction with visitors.
• Maru has been a registered business for over 30 years.
• Been operating from present location since 1983.
• Situated on Bass Highway at Grantville, en-route to the penguins at Phillip Island .