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SHARON BLAIN LAUNCHES NEXTGEN FOR FUTURE HAIRDRESSERS.

12 mentors. 12 live sessions. Six months of education, mentoring and industry connection. After decades of educating hairdressers around the world, Sharon Blain is turning her attention to one of the issues she feels most strongly about: supporting the next generation of the hair industry. Launching in October 2026, NextGen is a new six-month online mentoring program created for hairdressing apprentices, recently qualified hairdressers and emerging stylists who want greater confidence, stronger practical skills and a clearer pathway forward in the industry. NextGen is the latest initiative from HAIR The Movement, founded by Sharon Blain with a mission to bring hair education back to greatness and help build a stronger future for the industry. “I have been thinking about this program for a long time,” Sharon says. “We keep hearing about young people losing confidence or leaving hairdressing altogether. I don’t believe the answer is simply to keep talking about

September 8, 2026

JOICO Official Hair Partner For Fashion For a Cure at NZFW26.

JOICO were proud to return to New Zealand Fashion Week as the Official Hair Partner of the Fashion for a Cure runway, presented by Breast Cancer Cure, NZFW26’s Official Charity Partner. Having proudly partnered with Fashion for a Cure as its Official Hair Partner for almost a decade, JOICO continued its longstanding support of an event that brings together the best of New Zealand fashion, beauty and purpose. Taking place at Shed 10 on Friday 21 August, Fashion for a Cure is a multi-designer showcase bringing together a group of Aotearoa’s leading fashion designers who share a passion for giving back. The runway combines the creativity of New Zealand fashion with an important purpose: supporting Breast Cancer Cure and its mission to fund vital breast cancer research. Behind the scenes, the JOICO creative team were responsible for bringing the runway’s hair direction to life, creating individual looks designed to complement

September 1, 2026

Wella professionals Appoints Faye Redfern as ANZ Colour Trend Creator.

Her Salon founder and award-winning colourist to champion colour innovation, trend leadership and the future of professional colour across Australia and New Zealand. Wella Professionals proudly announces the appointment of Faye Redfern as Wella Professionals ANZ Colour Trend Creator, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to leading the future of colour through innovation, trend forecasting and industry influence. The appointment comes as Wella Professionals continues to evolve its colour category leadership through innovations such as Pure Perfection, its first ammonia-free permanent colour, and the introduction of Monochromatic Colour, one of the brand’s key trend directions shaping the future of hair colour. A highly respected colourist, educator and salon owner, Faye has spent more than 15 years building a reputation as one of Australia’s most influential voices in professional hair colour. As founder of Her Salon, with locations in Perth and Melbourne, she has built one of Australia’s most recognised salon brands, known

August 25, 2026

Industry Leaders Shape the Future of The Big Barber Bash.

The future of barbering was the focus of a recent Ideas Lab hosted by The Big Barber Bash (TBBB), bringing together leading barbers, educators, training providers, and industry representatives to explore the opportunities and challenges facing the profession. The collaborative session was designed to gather ideas and perspectives that will shape the future direction of TBBB to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the everyday barber. Discussions centred on how the industry can better develop barbering craft, celebrate barbering culture, and strengthen community – three principles that sit at the heart of The Big Barber Bash.Participants explored a broad range of topics, including the changing expectations of the next generation of barbers, the future of education and apprenticeships, the impact of social media and home-based businesses, and ways to reconnect a fragmented barbering community.Participating were: Ben Divartis – BIBA Academy Fiona Beamish – CEO of Australian Hairdressing Council Gareth Philpott –

August 11, 2026

Schwarzkopf Professional Partners with Brisbane Fashion Festival 2026.

Schwarzkopf Professional is proud to announce it’s partnership as the official hair partner of Brisbane Fashion Festival 2026, bringing the brands renowned backstage expertise and trend-led creativity to one of Australia’s Premier Fashion Events. Brisbane Fashion Festival 2026 will feature a dynamic schedule of events, including the Designer Salon Showings presented by QueensPlaza, Wintergarden and Edward Street Brisbane, the W Brisbane Fashion Show, Carla Zampatti Runway, Hancock Prospecting Next Gen Group Show, and the Designer Group Show. “Brisbane Fashion Festival represents the kind of creativity, confidence and individuality that inspires us as a brand. It’s an opportunity to connect fashion, hair and culture ina meaningful way, and to showcase bold artistry that encourages people to express themselves without limits” –Remika Bulloch, Education Manager for ANZ at Schwarzkopf Professional. As part of the partnership, the Schwarzkopf Professional Creative Collective, led by Hair Director Dee Parker-Attwood, will direct and create all hair

July 20, 2026

JOICO – Method + Mindset

Method + Mindset You know that moment. That split second before they speak. When the blonde catches the light just right, the shape frames their face, and they reach up, touch it, and smile. That’s the moment. Your moment. Want to feel it again and again and understand why? ONE SHOW ONLY Olivia Thompson is coming to Australia. JOICO Blonde Specialist, Brand Storyteller, and part of the JOICO Global Education Team. She takes the stage at Hair Festival alongside Australian industry heavyweights Katy Reeve and Carolyn Gahan. Method is the skill. Mindset is the courage to create. It starts before anyone picks up a tool. Olivia’s consultation framework shapes everything. It’s how she creates low-maintenance blonde with high-impact results that still look good at eight weeks. Her placement is deliberate, her process refined, and at Hair Festival you’ll see it all live. If you follow modern blonding, you know her

June 10, 2026

Matsui Brings More Than Tools to Hair Festival 2026

At Hair Festival 2026, Matsui isn’t just showing up with product. They are creating a space that pulls people in and keeps them there. This year, the Matsui booth moves beyond retail and into something far more considered. It is built as a hub for education, connection, and real, practical learning. The kind that stylists can take straight back into the salon and use. At the centre of it all is what Matsui does best. Scissors. Precision tools designed for control, consistency, and the realities of day-to-day salon work. Not just tools that look good on display, but tools that perform where it matters. Bringing that philosophy to life across the weekend is global educator Philip Wolff. Known for his technical approach and ability to simplify complex cutting, Philip will be educating live throughout the event. His sessions are expected to draw a crowd, particularly the highly anticipated Art of

May 26, 2026

Carla Zampatti Opens Australian Fashion Week 2026 with Luxe Hair Direction by O&M

In signature style, Carla Zampatti unveiled its latest collection, ‘Reflections’, against the iconic backdrop of the Park Hyatt boardwalk overlooking Sydney Harbour, with international supermodel Shanina Shaik opening and closing the show. Haircare partner O&M sponsored the runway presentation, with globally renowned Hair Director and O&M COR.creator Pauline McCabe leading the hair direction across 45 models. The beauty direction embodied the collection’s modern sophistication: polished yet effortless, luxurious yet understated. O&M Ambassador and Hair Director, Pauline McCabe, has solidified her position as one of the most renowned global Hair Designers in the industry. “The inspiration for the runway hair look is an effortlessly affluent femininity, polished, expensive, and undeniably cool. We created a sleek, flattened silhouette through the back, contrasted with subtle over-direction at the front to introduce movement and attitude. A strong side part and softly tucked ear complete the look with understated sophistication.” “We’ve done some tucked in

May 12, 2026

Made For Originals Croatia

The Ultimate Hair Event Goes Global A one-day global education festival on the 18th October 2026 in Zadar, Croatia – Made For Originals brings together leading educators, creative inspiration and immersive experiences designed to push your craft forward. From colour and styling sessions to interactive activations and social media classes, every moment is built to inspire, educate and connect. This year will feature six stages of live education, with global industry experts hosted by Gaženica Bay in Zadar, Croatia. Education Line up: Jose Bryce Smith, the O&M founder, Kim Haberley, Jaye Edwards, Amelia Jane, Dane Wakefield, Charlie Gauci, Jordan Doroschuk, Lee Quinn, April Yardley, Sarayah Hernandez, Lucas Di Oslo and more to be announced. Guests will be able to immerse themselves in world class education: Express & Full Colour Services Cutting & Styling Business, Social & Mindset Social media tips Building your business Plus network with industry leaders and partake

March 31, 2026

Brisbane Gears Up for Australia’s New National Barbering Event

Precision fades, creative freestyle cuts, and rising young talent will take centre stage in Brisbane on 7 April as The Big Barber Bash launches its inaugural national tour.The event will bring together barbers, hairdressers, apprentices and industry leaders for a night of live demonstrations, career conversations, and high-energy competitions inside the iconic Barber Temple, South Brisbane.Competitors will go head-to-head in three timed challenges — Fast Fade, Freestyle and New Gen — where barbers must deliver flawless cuts under pressure in front of judges and a live audience.Created by Carmelo Francese of Inspire Brands, The Big Barber Bash was designed to bring barbering education, competition, and industry connection directly to working professionals across Australia. With strong interest already building, final registrations are now open for Queensland competitors and attendees. Click Here for The Big Barber Bash Tickets & Registration

March 24, 2026

SHARON BLAIN LAUNCHES NEXTGEN FOR FUTURE HAIRDRESSERS.

JOICO Official Hair Partner For Fashion For a Cure at NZFW26.

Wella professionals Appoints Faye Redfern as ANZ Colour Trend Creator.

Industry Leaders Shape the Future of The Big Barber Bash.

Schwarzkopf Professional Partners with Brisbane Fashion Festival 2026.

JOICO – Method + Mindset

Matsui Brings More Than Tools to Hair Festival 2026

Carla Zampatti Opens Australian Fashion Week 2026 with Luxe Hair Direction by O&M

Made For Originals Croatia

Brisbane Gears Up for Australia’s New National Barbering Event

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