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Inspire Brands Welcomes New Victorian Sales Manager.

Heath Morley brings a wealth of experience and passion to his new role as the Victorian Sales Manager. With his roots as an award-winning dual certificate hairdresser and barber, Heath’s journey in the haircare industry has been both diverse and impressive. He began his career in regional Victoria before moving to Melbourne, where he made significant strides in sales and sales management. Heath has also successfully owned and operated several salon businesses, and working with renowned companies such as DeLorenzo, Sustainable Salons, and Heineger. His dedication to the industry remains as strong as ever, driven by his admiration for the creativity and positivity of hairdressers and barbers. Heath’s enthusiasm and expertise are sure to energize the team and drive success in the Victorian market. Inspire Brands are excited to welcome Heath and look forward to seeing the innovative approaches he will bring to the sales strategies. www.inspirebrands.com.au

March 12, 2026

EXPO4BARBERS Road Tour

From Cairns to Melbourne: Across Australia In an industry built on creativity, craftsmanship and community, education has always been one of the strongest drivers of progress. Over the past year, however, the Australian barbering landscape witnessed something unprecedented: a nationwide education movement that quite literally took barbering knowledge on the road. The EXPO4BARBERS Road Tour, travelling from Cairns to Melbourne, has etched itself into industry history as the largest barbering education road tour the country has ever seen. Over 17 days, a team of educators, creatives and media partners travelled thousands of kilometres across Australia, delivering live education events that reached both major metropolitan hubs and regional communities. More than just a tour, EXPO4BARBERS became a rolling celebration of barbering culture, collaboration, and growth. A Collaboration Built on Industry Support A project of this scale does not happen in isolation. The Expo4Barbers Road Tour was made possible through the combined

March 10, 2026

The Big Barber Bash – Save 10% on Tickets!

Australia’s barbering industry levels up in April 2026 with the launch of The Big Barber Bash (TBBB) – a high-energy national event bringing real education, real competition, and real culture straight to the industry. The Big Barber Bash are pleased to offer mocha readers and followers an exclusive 10% discount on tickets to all 2026 Big Barber Bash events. To redeem, simply enter the code TBBB26moc at checkout when purchasing tickets online. Touring Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth, TBBB blends live demos, career insights, and barber competitions in a nightclub-style environment built for connection, creativity, and community. Your ticket gives you access to hands-on learning, industry leaders, and a platform where skills are tested and talent is celebrated. Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the game, The Big Barber Bash is where barbers and hairdressers come to learn, compete, and level up. Tickets On Sale Now! – Click Here

February 23, 2026

INDUSTRY-ONLY WORKSHOPS ANNOUNCED FOR HAIRDRESSING & BARBERING TRAINING REVIEW

Service and Creative Skills Australia (SaCSA) is running industry-only online workshops to explore the updated draft training products for the Review of Hairdressing and Barbering Qualifications. The updated drafts reflect all the feedback from industry, training providers, unions and peak bodies. This is your chance to review the proposed changes, discuss what’s changed and make sure your voice is heard to keep hairdressing training current, practical and industry led. Register for an industry-only online workshop and help shape the future of hairdressing and barbering training: CLICK HERE FOR UPCOMING WORKSHOPS www.sacsa.org.au

January 20, 2026

DRIVING THE FUTURE OF BARBERING

The Expo4Barbers Australian Education Road Tour Australia’s barbering scene is about to hit the road in a way it’s never done before. In Mid-February to Early March 2026, Expo4Barbers will launch an extraordinary 2.5-week national education tour, uniting barbers, educators, and leading brands for a once-in-a-lifetime journey from Cairns to Melbourne. This isn’t just a road trip. It’s a travelling celebration of education, creativity, and community — built for barbers, by barbers. A National Movement for Education and Connection! From Monday, February 16 to Wednesday, March 4, 2026, three fully branded motorhomes will take to the highways, carrying a team of passionate educators, creators, and industry leaders on the Expo4Barbers Australian Education Road Show — a one-of-a-kind experience that combines education, entertainment, and real industry connection. Across 20 to 25 stops, including TAFEs, colleges, academies, wholesalers, barbershops & salons the tour will deliver free education sessions open to students, barbers,

December 22, 2025

A NEW ERA FOR MENS GROOMING

For more than four decades, Alex Tabakman has stood at the intersection of hairdressing craft, education and entrepreneurship. His path has covered every corner of the industry, from the floor of Bondi Beach in the mid 80s, to high end training with Sassoon, Toni&Guy and Trevor Sorbie, to the long-running success of Tabou Hairdressing, and later, the move into men’s grooming. After years of building businesses, leading teams and shaping the direction of men’s style in Australia, Alex’s newest chapter feels different. More personal. More intentional. And deeply grounded in giving back. That new chapter is Jukes Grooming a premium styling and care range created not just for barbers, but for hairdressers, salon owners and the modern man who expects more from the products in his hands. From Hairdresser to Industry Leader Alex’s career began the way so many great industry stories do, sweeping floors, learning the rhythm of the

December 16, 2025

UNIQUE STRATEGY SEES ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST MEDICAL SUPPLIER EXPAND INTO BEAUTY, HAIR, AND NAILS

A unique warehousing and supply chain strategy has seen one of Australia’s largest medical supply companies grow into a leading manufacturer, importer, and supplier to more than 20 key industries, including beauty, hair, and nails. Livingstone International supplies more than 65,000 essential health, hygiene, education, skincare, beauty, and hospitality products to industries including skin and laser clinics, beauty salons, spas, aged care, education, pharmacy, dental, mining, and government. Livingstone’s beauty range includes trusted brands such as Ink’d, Lilith, SoFeel, and Xtend, supplying a broad range of salon consumables including facial wipes, cotton pads, applicators, headbands, cuticle tools, and salon towels. The products are designed to meet professional standards of hygiene and reliability, supporting salons and spas nationwide with consistent supply and quality assurance. Managing Director, Daniel Linn, said now in operation for more than 40 years, Livingstone’s success rests on its unique No Backorder Policy. “Livingstone International has invested in

December 2, 2025

HAVE YOUR SAY – HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HAIRDRESSING & BARBERING TRAINING

This is your chance to have your voice heard and I’m calling on all barbers and hairdressers to get involved! By Jimmy Rod – Member for Barbering, SWAG (SaCSA Strategic Workforce Advisory Group) Service and Creative Skills Australia (SaCSA) is leading an exciting review of Australia’s hairdressing and barbering qualifications to ensure our training system reflects the skills and creativity needed for the next generation of professionals. As part of this project, SaCSA has engaged extensively with stakeholders across industry, VET, and unions to explore both the challenges and opportunities within the current qualifications. Drawing on these valuable insights, SaCSA collaborated with their Technical Committee to shape the updated draft training products, which are now open for public consultation. As the member on SaCSA’s Strategic Workforce Advisory Group (SWAG) representing the barbering sector, I know how vital it is that our qualifications reflect the real-world skills and trends shaping our industry. From modern cutting

November 25, 2025

AMERICAN CREW® LAUNCHES NEW STYLE ENHANCERS RANGE

American Crew®, has introduced Style Enhancers – a new trio of hybrid styling products designed to enhance natural texture while supporting hair health. while supporting hair health. The new range consisting of a Matte Clay Cream, Forming Cream Gel and Fiber Gel, combines effortless performance with ingredient-led care, reflecting a more considered and elevated approach to daily styling. Created with feedback from the American Crew All-Star Barbers, and tested on real clients, each product in the Style Enhancers range blends professional level styling control with hair-caring agents. Crafted to support healthy hair while achieving the perfect style for every hair type and texture whether refining curls, adding shape or building lived-in texture. THE RANGE Matte Clay Cream For those who prefer a clean, matte finish and flexible styling, the Matte Clay Cream offers lightweight control powered by kaolin clay. The 92% naturally derived ingredients help detoxify the scalp and thicken

November 25, 2025

LEVEL UP – SALON OWNERS SUMMIT 2026

Discover game-changing strategies & world-renowned speakers at the Salon Owners Summit 2026, where salon leaders and innovators unite to shape the future of the hair & beauty industry. Are you ready to take your salon leadership to the next level? The Salon Owners Summit 2026 is your chance to connect with the world’s top minds in the hair and beauty industry in Dublin, Ireland. Hosted by Phorest, this flagship gathering offers two action-packed days designed for salon owners, managers, and visionaries committed to innovation and excellence. The theme, “Thrive,” explores how blending authentic human connection with smart technology creates long-term success. Join over 600 salon owners from around the globe to exchange ideas, collaborate, and grow through the power of community. Learn from trailblazing leaders in business, beauty, and tech with practical strategies to elevate client experiences and motivate your teams. Highlights include inspiring keynote speeches from industry icons, such

November 18, 2025