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How to automate your salon’s client experience

How to automate your salon’s client experience

Blog

Discover Timely's step-by-step guide to automating your client experience – from online booking to client communication.

Jan Marini Skin Research Unveils Bold New Identity in Skincare Rebrand

Jan Marini Skin Research Unveils Bold New Identity in Skincare Rebrand

Press Release

Jan Marini Skin Research, a pioneer in evidence-based skincare, proudly announces a major rebrand, marking a transformative chapter in its evolution.

What Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellness Businesses Need to Know After the 2025 Federal Election

What Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellness Businesses Need to Know After the 2025 Federal Election

Legislation and Regulations

From August 2025, new laws will reshape how we run aesthetic beauty businesses. In today’s regulatory environment, protecting your business is not optional – it’s essential.

Federal Budget 2025: What It Means for Beauty, Dermal & Aesthetic Businesses and Professionals

Federal Budget 2025: What It Means for Beauty, Dermal & Aesthetic Businesses and Professionals

Government Updates

The 2025 Federal Budget has landed, and it brings some exciting and long-awaited changes that could significantly benefit the beauty and aesthetic industry.

Australia to Ban Non-Compete Clauses – What It Means for the Beauty and Aesthetic Industry

Australia to Ban Non-Compete Clauses – What It Means for the Beauty and Aesthetic Industry

Industry News

The Australian Government has announced a significant workplace reform in the 2025 Federal Budget: non-compete clauses will be banned for employees earning under $175,000. What does this mean for the Beauty and Aesthetics industry?

Shortcuts Launches Free Booking Software to Support Independent Beauty Professionals

Shortcuts Launches Free Booking Software to Support Independent Beauty Professionals

Press Release

Managing appointments, client relationships, and business growth while working independently can be a challenge, which is why Shortcuts has launched Shortcuts Aire—a new booking and appointment management platform designed to support the industry’s evolving needs.

Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan QLD: Key Requirements for Employers

Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan QLD: Key Requirements for Employers

Legislation and Regulations

Are you a Queensland employer without a written sexual harassment prevention plan? If so, this is essential information for you.

Financial Support Available for Communities Affected by Cyclone Alfred

Financial Support Available for Communities Affected by Cyclone Alfred

Industry News

The Albanese Government has announced financial relief for individuals and businesses impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred through the Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA). This initiative is designed to provide crucial income support for those facing financial hardship due to the disaster.

The Global Beauty Group Hosts HydroLUX Charity Auction in Support of Safe Steps for International Women’s Day 2025

The Global Beauty Group Hosts HydroLUX Charity Auction in Support of Safe Steps for International Women’s Day 2025

Press Release

As part of it’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility, The Global Beauty Group is celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8 by hosting an exclusive HydroLUX charity auction, with 100% of proceeds donated to support Safe Steps Domestic Violence Response Centre.

INNOVATE TO ELEVATE: The 2025 PBS Roadshow is Coming to a Capital City Near You!

INNOVATE TO ELEVATE: The 2025 PBS Roadshow is Coming to a Capital City Near You!

Press Release

An opportunity for salon owners and their teams to connect, learn and leave inspired, equipped with the brand knowledge & tools to elevate their business.

Adapting to the Medicines and Poisons Act 2019: Overview for Queensland Clinics

Adapting to the Medicines and Poisons Act 2019: Overview for Queensland Clinics

Industry News

Queensland has implemented new regulations under the Medicines and Poisons Act 2019 (MPA) and the Medicines and Poisons (Medicines) Regulation 2021 (MPMR) that impact clinic operations, from prescribing and purchasing medicines to storage and infection control protocols. Read our Blog to find out more!

OSCA (ANZSCO) Final Classifications DEC 24: What They Mean for the Beauty & Aesthetic Industry

OSCA (ANZSCO) Final Classifications DEC 24: What They Mean for the Beauty & Aesthetic Industry

Industry News

UPDATED 20/2/2025 - The release of the Final Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)in December 2024 has brought significant updates to the classification of Beauty Therapists and Dermal Therapists. Here is a summary of what we know so far and the challenges these changes may present.

Vaginal Rejuvenation Devices: What the TGA’s Recent Ban Means for the Aesthetic Industry

Vaginal Rejuvenation Devices: What the TGA’s Recent Ban Means for the Aesthetic Industry

Industry News

The recent removal of energy-based vaginal rejuvenation devices from the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) is a significant turning point.

Green Light for Beauty Therapy Working Visa's

Green Light for Beauty Therapy Working Visa's

Industry News

In a pivotal development in Australia’s skilled migration framework, Beauty Therapists have been included on the NEW Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).

Beauty Therapists Added to Hairdressers Award from 1 January 2025: What You Need to Know

Beauty Therapists Added to Hairdressers Award from 1 January 2025: What You Need to Know

Industry News

The Hairdressers Award in Western Australia is undergoing a significant transformation, with changes set to take effect from 1 January 2025. In a landmark update, the award will now include the beauty industry and be renamed the Hair and Beauty Industry (WA) Award.

PRESS RELEASE: Aspire Training Clinics Launches New Facility on the Gold Coast

PRESS RELEASE: Aspire Training Clinics Launches New Facility on the Gold Coast

Press Release

Aspire Training Clinics is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest clinic located on the Gold Coast, marking a significant milestone in the organisation's mission to provide high-quality training and development for future health professionals.

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