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Mocha Group delivers both business and creative awards programs for the ANZ Hair Industry as well as next-gen recognition through HOTSHOTS, all of which are announced at spectacular national gala events. These platforms are spearheaded alongside the industry’s trusted trade title, mocha hair.
Mocha Group provides the leading awards program through the ANZ Beauty Industry Awards which culminate in the only ANZ awards gala within the industry. Beauty, spa and clinic industry professionals are further supported through the innovative trade title, mocha beauty and for the rising stars, the Beauty Squad comp.
Mocha Group presents the ANZ Modern Barber Awards, which was created to celebrate the growing impact of men’s grooming and hairdressing. The awards celebrate business acumen as well as creative barbering skills, in conjunction with ANZ’s most powerful trade title, mocha barber.
Mocha Group is a well-known, well connected, and well respected, media and events company. We are the leading authority within the Hair, Beauty and Barbering Industry.
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Sound Medicine.
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🥂 THE PARTY DOESN’T STOP AT THE AHIA BUSINESS GALA NIGHT! 🥂
We’re excited to announce Angel Extensions as the Official After Party Sponsor of the 2026 AHIA Business Awards! ✨
When the awards wrap, we’re keeping the celebrations going onsite from 11pm–1am — no taxis, no venue change, just straight into the after party! 💃🕺
Another reason to grab your ticket if you haven’t already… because this is one industry night you’ll want to see through to the very end.
AHIA Business Awards 2026
📍 The Star Brisbane
📅 Sunday 18 October
🥂 Official After Party | 11pm–1am
✨ Proudly sponsored by Angel Extensions @angelextensions_au
The awards finish. The party doesn’t.
Gala Tickets on sale still at www.mochagroup.com.au/shop
#AHIABusiness2026 #AngelExtensions #AHIABusinessAwards #PoweredByMocha
AHIA - Creative 2026 WINNERS INSPO
MENS HAIR SPECIALIST OF THE YEAR
Winner – Justin Hampson, The Safari Room
@justin_safaricanvashair
INORDINARY
“INORDINARY” is a celebration of real man — authentic, unfiltered, and captured exactly as they are. This collection draws inspiration from the everyday: men of different ages, backgrounds, and lived experiences, each wearing their own story through their hair. Shot in monochrome to remove distraction, every portrait spotlights texture, individuality, and the quiet power of male identity. With no makeup, minimal styling, and a commitment to honesty, INORDINARY reframes the ‘common man’ as an icon.
The result is a high-fashion yet human series that elevates natural hair into
something striking, relatable, and undeniably true.”
Credits:
Damion Ramsay - Photographer @_damionjramsay_
What is happening in hair this week?
Swipe through to catch up & head to the website to read more!
#mochahair #hairindustry #apprenticehairdresser #hairnews
Celebrating our 2026 AHIA Creative Editorial Hairstylist of the Year 🏆
A standout talent bringing vision, artistry and incredible creativity to every frame. Congratulations to our very deserving winner! 👏✨ @anthony_nader
Proudly sponsored by @angelextensions_au
#AHIACreative2026 #EditorialHairstylistOfTheYear #AustralianHairIndustryAwards #HairAwards #CreativeHair
Less than two weeks to go until the 2026 AHIA Business Awards! ✨🏆
It’s been almost a year, since these incredible winners were celebrating on stage… and very soon, a whole new group of industry stars will be having their moment.
Who will we see holding a AHIA Business trophy this year? 👀✨
#AHIABusiness2026 #AHIAAwards #AustralianHairIndustryAwards #HairIndustry #MochaGroup
There’s something shifting in our industry… and Louise is asking whether hairdressing could be coming full circle. ✂️
From the long-running skills shortage to the impact AI may have on the careers of the future, her latest Editor’s Letter looks at why this next chapter could create a huge opportunity for hairdressing and for the next generation entering our industry.
Read the full Editor’s Letter in the latest issue of Mocha Hair. 🤎
#MochaHair #HairIndustry #Hairdressing #AustralianHairIndustry #IndustryInsights FutureOfHairdressing
✨ 2 WEEKS TO GO! ✨
The countdown is officially on to the 2026 AHIA Business Awards 🏆🥂
In just two weeks, we’ll be celebrating the incredible people, teams and businesses shaping the future of the hair industry across Australia & New Zealand. ❤️🔥
📅 Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 The Star Brisbane
⏰ From 7PM
Who’s ready for one unforgettable night? ✨
#AHIABusiness2026 #AHIA2026 #HairIndustryAwards #MochaGroup #HairIndustry AwardsNight CountdownIsOn
Big talent, bright future ✨✂️
Celebrating our 2026 AHIA Creative Emerging Hairstylist of the Year an incredible achievement and such an exciting name to watch! 🏆 & ALSO TAKING OUT A PLACE IN THE 2026 HOT SHOT TEAM
Congratulations @_safariroom_gemma 🤍
Proudly sponsored by @bktbeautypro & @natalieannehaircare
#AHIACreative #EmergingHairstylist #AustralianHairIndustryAwards #HairIndustry #NextGeneration
AHIA - Creative 2026 WINNERS INSPO
AVANT GARDE HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR
Winner – Joshua Congreve, Togninis Hair
@josh_congreve
FRACTALS
Fractals is inspired by recurring patterns found in nature, fashion, symmetry, mathematics, technology and human behaviour. It explores repetition as both structure and evolution.
Each look reflects patterns within patterns. Sculptural styling creates geometric foundations, while texture and movement introduce organic disruption. Colour placement follows intentional sequences, echoing mathematical rhythm yet remaining instinctive and expressive. Like natural forms, digital grids and behavioural cycles, the work repeats, expands and transforms without losing its core identity. Fractals is a study of order and intuition. Control and chaos. Structure that breathes.
Credits:
Photography: James Caswell @jaamescaswell
Makeup: Brooke Clarke @brookeclarkemakeup
Stylist: Ysha Giorno @caesura____
#avantgarde #ahiacreative #mochagroup #creativehairdressing #creativeexcellence
Okayyyy this lineup is SERIOUS 🔥🔥🔥
The Hotshots House is about to take over Melbourne for 3 jam-packed days, and we’ve got an incredible crew of industry icons dropping in to mentor our Hotshots along the way.
Swipe to see WHO’S COMING TO THE HOUSE 👀🏠
Thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make the magic happen ✨
@matsuihair @joicoaustralianz @amazinghairaustralia @gammaplusaus
Come along with us on the ride!!
#hairdresser #hairdressermentor #hotshots #2026hotshots #ahiacreative
A true work of art ✨🏆
Celebrating the incredible 2026 AHIA Creative Hair Masterpiece Winner where creativity, vision and pure hair artistry came together in one unforgettable moment.
Congratulations to our deserving winner Marilyn Guarino @marilynguarino ! 👏🔥
Proudly sponsored Alfaparf Milano @alfaparfmilanopro_aus
#AHIACreative2026 #HairMasterpiece #AustralianHairIndustryAwards #HairArtistry #CreativeHair
Retreats, rising Leaders & everything happening in hair this week!
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#hairnews #hairindustry #hairupdates #mochagroup #mochamail
The latest issue of MOCHA HAIR is OUT NOW ✨
Packed with the people, ideas and conversations shaping our industry right now from the 2026 AHIA Business Awards finalists, to salon profiles, leadership retreats, education, business insights, wellness, new products and plenty of creative inspiration.
Plus, we go behind the scenes at some of the industry’s biggest events and hear from the voices pushing hair forward.
Your latest dose of MOCHA HAIR has landed. 💥
Grab your copy or read it online now.
#MochaHair #HairIndustry #AustralianHairdressing #HairBusiness #HairEducation AHIA2026
HOT SHOTS 2026/27 – TEAM UPDATE
We’re excited to announce Diana Thai @dianarokstarsalon _ from Rokstar @rokstarsalon as the newest member of our 2026/27 HOT SHOTS team! 🔥
Following Riccardo Iembo’s difficult decision to step down due to some unexpected personal family reasons, Diana has been offered a spot after an incredibly strong finalist result. We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome her to the team and our well wishes go to Riccardo.
Diana is honoured, excited and ready to make the most of this incredible year ahead.
Welcome to the HOT SHOTS family, Diana! 🖤
Let the adventure begin!
The countdown is officially ON! ❤️✨
The 2026 AHIA Business Gala is happening Sunday 18th October at The Star Brisbane — and tickets are on sale NOW! 🏆🥂
Get ready for a huge night celebrating the very best in the hair industry.
🎟️ Secure your tickets now via mochagroup.com.au/shop
#AHIABusiness2026 #AHIA2026 #MochaHair #MochaGroup #HairIndustryAwards
We have been holding this off so we can post it ON @pennybebb ACTUAL BIRTHDAY !!🎁
CONFAB 2026 was a massive few days in Brisbane - focused on both the business side and the creative for the professional hair industry of Australia and New Zealand.
Once again, @mochahairmedia was proud to be the offical media partner covering this brilliant conference (so, obviously it’s in this issue of Mocha Hair Magazine - year 20, issue 5)
Confab took over the @emporiumhotels to celebrate a community of eager pros ready to learn from local and global keynote speakers and educators.
With a world class line up of:
@tabathacoffey
@vanessabellden
@fionabeamishceoahc
Plus a bonus panel hosted by @mochahairmedia CEO @linda_mochagroup
On the first day, learning everything from what drives human, to Ai tools, to trends that are happening in our industry.
Day 2 was a creative jam sess with truely beautiful humans with:
@nikitaylorhair
@remijeffershair
And all the way from Scotland @montel_fades
Mixing it up between cutting skills, creative styling, salon friendly looks and editorial fashion.
With @mochahairmedia General Manager @jarredstedman MCing and keeping up the vibes across the conference.
What a party Confab was and ALWAYS IS
#Confab #mochagroup #mochahair
It was a BIG night for this team @theagencyofskinandink ✨🏆
Taking home 2026 ABIA Best Newcomer Salon/Spa/Clinic of the Year as part of an incredible night of wins
Huge congratulations to The Agency Of Skin & Ink 🤍
Proudly sponsored by @dermalandlaser
#ABIA2026 #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #SalonNewcomerOfTheyear #beautyawards #australianbeauty
What if the key to ageing skin goes deeper than skincare? 👀✨
In the latest mocha beauty, Liana Saunders of You Beauty Townsville explores glycation — the hidden driver of premature skin ageing — and how sugar, heat, inflammation and lifestyle can impact collagen, elasticity and overall skin health.
A fascinating read for every skin professional wanting to understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. 🤎
Read it now in Year 19 Issue 4 of mocha beauty
@youbeautytsv
#mochabeauty #glycation #beautymagazine #antiaging #skincare
A huge congratulations to our 2026 ABIA Best Salon/Spa/Clinic Training winner! 🏆✨
Recognising an incredible commitment to education, team development and raising the standard within our industry. What an achievement! 🤍
Winner: Cosmedica Skin @cosmedicaskin_midland @cosmedicaskin_mindarie
Sponsored by: Candela @candelamedicalanz
#ABIA2026 #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #clinictraining
What a WIN! 🏆✨
A massive congratulations to Abby Stuart @abby_stuart_oi 2026 Business Director/Owner of the Year! 🎉👏
An incredible achievement, an unforgettable moment, and so deserving of the celebration on the ABIA stage. 🤍
Proudly sponsored by @ellylukas.college
Glow mode: activated ✨
Meet Ultraderm Bright10 Active Concentrate — powered by 10 brightening actives to help illuminate, even and refresh the complexion🍊✨
Your glow-up just got serious
@ultraderm #Ultraderm #Bright10 #MochaBeauty #BeautyIndustry #SkincareLove
Congratulations to our 2026 ABIA Sole Operator of the Year 🏆 Jade Wignall from @westcoastlaser
A huge achievement recognising the passion, dedication and hard work it takes to do it all and do it brilliantly. 🤍
Proudly sponsored by @karengeiszlerclinicaleducator ✨
#ABIA2026 #SoleOperatorOfTheYear #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #MochaGroup
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN BEAUTY & ASTHETICS NEWS THIS WEEK? 🤔
Swipe through to see and head to the website to read more!
#beautynews #beautyblogs #australianbeauty #mochabeauty #beautybusiness
From beauty therapist to international educator, author and founder Holly Hayes’ story is all about saying yes to the opportunities that scare you a little. ✨
In the latest issue of Mocha Beauty, Holly shares the career pivots, global adventures and unexpected moments that shaped her journey — and why you don’t have to feel ready before you take the leap.
Read “The Opportunity Effect” in the latest issue of Mocha Beauty 💗 head to the website now or shop to get your print edition
#MochaBeauty #TheOpportunityEffect #HollyHayes #BeautyIndustry
Big ideas, bold leadership & a whole lot of impact ✨👏
Celebrating the 2026 ABIA BEST BUSINESS COACH 🏆
Recognising the powerhouse helping businesses grow, evolve and thrive within our incredible industry.
Congratulations Jade Spehr @jadestart so well deserved! 💫
Proudly sponsored by @beautyexpoaustralia 🤍
#ABIA2026 #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #BestBusinessCoach #BeautyIndustry #MochaGroup
This is not a standard sheet mask!
Every active in @skindividualskincare Regenerating ExoLUX Masks has a specific job!
This is what working with the skin’s own biology looks like.
And if that’s not enough… They are also LED compatible, built for post-treatment recovery and real results, not just relaxation.
Contact @dermalandlaser to learn more about Skindividual and ExoLUX
A huge congratulations to our 2026 ABIA Best Non-Salon Business Performance of the Year winner Inskin Cosmetics @inskincosmedics ! 🏆✨
Proudly sponsored by Mocha Beauty and presented by the beautiful @tabathacoffey what a moment to celebrate outstanding business, passion and success within our industry! 💗
#ABIA2026 #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #MochaBeauty #BeautyIndustry #AwardWinner
Big smiles, big laughs & seriously beautiful spaces ✨🏆
Celebrating our 2026 ABIA Best Salon/Spa/Clinic Design winners where creativity, vision and incredible design take centre stage.
Congratulations to @theagencyofskinandink! 🤍🥂
Proudly sponsored by @comfortelfurniture
#ABIA2026 #SalonDesign #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #MochaGroup
Wellness just got a whole lot more delicious ✨
Meet Imaraïs Beauty plant-powered, vegan and cruelty-free beauty gummies created to support everything from glowing skin and healthy hair to hormonal balance, wellness and more. 🍋🌿
Beauty from the inside out, made easy.
@datelineimports @imaraisbeauty
#ImaraisBeauty #BeautyWellness #BeautyFromWithin #MochaBeauty #WellnessBeauty
Marketing magic at its finest ✨
Celebrating the 2026 ABIA Best Marketing Award winner recognising creativity, strategy and a brand that knows how to make an impact. 🏆
A huge congratulations to our winner and thank you to our incredible sponsor @gaywardle . 🤍
#ABIA2026 #AustralianBeautyIndustryAwards #BestMarketing #MochaBeauty
BIG team. BIG moment. BIG win! 🏆✨
A huge congratulations to THE GLOBAL BEAUTY GROUP, the 2026 Australian Wholesaler of the Year! What a moment to celebrate together on the 2026 ABIA stage. 👏
Proudly sponsored by @inspirebrandsau 🤍
Where style meets function ✨
Meet the Comfortel Nagaura Essential an electric treatment bed designed to look as good as the space around it.
@comfortelfurniture
#salonfurniture #comfortandstyle #comfortel #beautysalon #salonstyle
From one chair to a brand with serious identity. 🐺
Inside the latest Mocha Barber, Pádraig Whelan shares the story behind Brotherwolf the people, partnerships, lessons and vision that shaped the brand into what it is today.
A great read on building something with purpose, personality and community. 🖤
@brotherwolf_ @p.whelehan
#MochaBarber #Brotherwolf #BarberIndustry #AustralianBarbering
Instant polish, effortless confidence.
Find your perfect BEARDdye shade and keep every beard looking fresh, sharp and natural. 🧔♂️
#MochaBarber #BEARDdye #BarberLife #mensgrooming
@beard_dye
Okayyyy this lineup is SERIOUS 🔥🔥🔥
The Hotshots House is about to take over Melbourne for 3 jam-packed days, and we’ve got an incredible crew of industry icons dropping in to mentor our Hotshots along the way.
Swipe to see WHO’S COMING TO THE HOUSE 👀🏠
Big thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make the magic happen ✨ @gammaplusaus @amazinghairaustralia @matsuihair @joicoaustralianz
Save the date, barbers! ✂️🏆
The 2027 AMBA Gala Night is officially locked in and we’re heading to The Star Gold Coast on Monday 19 April for another huge night celebrating the very best in Australian barbering. 🖤
📅 Monday 19 April 2027
📍 The Star, Gold Coast
Pop it in the calendar… this is one you won’t want to miss! ✨
#AMBA2027 #AustralianModernBarberAwards #SaveTheDate #BarberAwards #MochaGroup
When a haircut becomes a career 💈
From a small town in Brazil to building a life and career in Australia, Mauricio Parizotto’s story is one of hard work, courage and finding purpose behind the chair.
In the latest issue of Mocha Barber, Mauricio shares his journey, the lessons barbering has taught him, and what success looks like now.
Read the full story online at mochagroup.com.au ✂️
#MochaBarber #BarberLife #BarberIndustry #Barbering #MochaGroup
Great hair starts with the right finish 💈🔥
American Barber four styling essentials, one seriously sharp lineup. ✂️
@muimports_au
#AmericanBarber #BarberLife #MensGrooming #MochaBarber #manduimports
The people behind the brand matter just as much as the business itself. ✂️
@suzi_thestudiox sat down with Gareth Philpott to talk business, education, collaboration and the relationships that have shaped his journey in barbering.
Read the full interview online now at mochagroup.com.au & in the latest issue of mocha barber
#modernbarber #baberlife #barberbusiness #mochabarber
Every ritual, covered. 🖤
From hair and shave to beard, skin, body and fragrance, DEPOT delivers a complete professional grooming system designed for men.
One brand. Every ritual. ✂️
@conceptualbrands @depotmaletoolsau
#DEPOT #MensGrooming #BarberLife #MochaBarber
The latest issue of Mocha Barber is here 🖤✂️
Year 15, Issue 3 is packed with industry stories, inspiration, education and plenty of barbering goodness — including our Guest Editor, Suzi O’Brien.
Grab a coffee, settle in and read the full magazine online now 💻📖
Head to the Mocha Group website to check it out.
#MochaBarber #MochaGroup #BarberIndustry #Barbering #AustralianBarbering
Stealth mode: activated. 🖤💈
Power, precision and performance in one seriously sleek cordless clipper.
@muimports_au
#barber #barberlife #barbernation #barberclips #muimports_au
Fresh from the editor’s desk
Issue 3 of Mocha Barber is here packed with industry insight, big ideas and plenty worth a read.
Grab a cuppa and get stuck in 👀☕️
The future of styling has arrived. 👊🔥
Meet American Crew’s first hybrid styling formulas made to enhance your hair and level up your style.
Innovation looks good on you. 💈
@americancrewoz
The latest issue of Mocha Barber has landed packed with industry voices, barber profiles, education, business, culture and plenty of inspiration. Shout out to the amazing @suzi_thestudiox for joining us as a guest editor.
Time to flick through 👀🔥
Passion, purpose & finding the balance. 💈✨
From a small barbershop in Ireland to becoming one of Australia’s respected educators, Hayley Joyce shares the journey, lessons and love for the craft that shaped her career.
Read more in the latest Mocha Barber. 🖤
Head to the link in bio to read the latest now
AMBA 2027 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN FOR ENTRY! ✂️
New rules. New categories. More creative opportunity.
For 2027, the ANZ Modern Barber Awards are back with new state awards, new digital categories, updated specialist categories and the chance to submit up to 6 images across photographic categories giving you even more ways to showcase what you do best.
Whether your strength is behind the chair, behind the business or behind the content, there’s a place for you at AMBA 2027.
📅 General entries close — 12 February 2027
🏆 Gala Awards Night — 19 April 2027
📍 Gold Coast, Queensland
Entries are now open.
Head to mochagroup.com.au/amba to download the info kit and get started.
#AMBA2027 #ANZModernBarberAwards #MochaBarber #AustralianBarbering #BarberAwards
Take a seat. 💈🔥
Built for comfort, strength and serious style — the Comfortel Barber Chair collection brings the goods for every barbershop aesthetic.
Which one are you choosing? 👀
@comfortelfurniture