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A STRONGER VOICE FOR OUR INDUSTRY. The Australian Hairdressing Council (AHC) is proud to announce that CEO Fiona Beamish has been appointed to the Board of the Council of
The 2026 Federal Budget has delivered a mixed outlook for Australia’s small business sector, with some encouraging announcements alongside growing concerns about rising operational pressures and proposed tax reforms. As
From 1 July 2026, businesses in the Australian Capital Territory will be included in a Portable Long Service Leave (PLSL) scheme for the first time. It’s a significant shift, and
The 2026 Australian Hair Fashion Awards finalists have been announced. Across creative, state, business and product categories, this year’s list reflects the breadth of capability operating within the Australian and
The end of the year should be a chance for salon owners to recharge, not a scramble to fix payroll mistakes. But every December, many Australian salons unintentionally miscalculate holiday
Celebrating excellence in our industry: ANZ hair industry awards finalists announced The finalists for the 12th annual ANZ Hair Industry Awards – Business have just been announced, and we are
This week, the Australian Hairdressing Council (AHC) has written to Danielle Wood, Chair of the Productivity Commission, in response to recent commentary suggesting mandatory hairdressing qualifications should be removed. We
Is Hairdressing is at a tipping point? Let’s Talk About It. (Insights from SaCSA’s Personal Services Workforce Plan Update 2025) There’s no easy way to say this. Hairdressing in Australia
If you’ve been thinking about hiring an apprentice but are concerned about the cost, now is the time to take a closer look at the financial support available. Backed by
Every year, salons across Australia and New Zealand light up with energy as stylists, colourists, and visionaries prepare to share their best work. And this year? The creativity is next
