HSA Members

As a former hair stylist, our National Organiser Melanie has seen pretty much everything you can imagine in the hair and beauty industry. But one thing that still affects her to this day was her exposure to formaldehyde during her apprenticeship. To kick off Health and Safety Month this October, she’s sharing her story – […]

Many hair stylists have to struggle through difficult working conditions — bullying from other clients or employers, long hours, or a hectic schedule. But what can you do when it feels like your own body is making it impossible to work? HSA ambassador Nicole has shared her story, detailing a lifetime of hair styling. She […]

HSA has challenged the proposal to cut penalty rates for hair stylists at the Fair Work Commission, with the hearing set to conclude this week. As well as the legal challenge, members, ambassadors and supporters rallied outside the Fair Work Commission on August 26, in an event that made national news. HSA’s legal team presented […]

Massive congratulations to Lilly Heinrich, our August Member of the Month! She’s received our awesome limited-edition pink bleachproof HSA shirt as a thank you for everything she’s done for us. Lilly is a first-year apprentice from Queensland who has come on board just recently with HSA and is already making some serious waves. As well […]

Congratulations to our Queensland ambassador Vanessa Watt, selected as our July member of the month! She’s received one of our limited-edition bleachproof T-shirts. Vanessa has been actively spreading the word about HSA both on the ground and in the media, and we’re so proud of the hard work she’s done. As a salon owner, Vanessa […]

A big congratulations to our Newcastle Ambassador Carrie Gedney, our first HSA Member of the Month! Every month, one of our most active members will receive a very special edition, bleach-proof HSA shirt. Carrie has been very active fighting for respect in the Hair & Beauty industry. She’s been out educating and bringing like-minded people together […]