FINAL CHANCE TO VOTE: Who is the Territory’s favourite hairdresser
THIS it it. Your ABSOLUTE FINAL CHANCE to vote. We asked you — our readers — to nominate your favourite Territory HAIRDRESSER. Now it’s time for you to VOTE from the Top 30 finalists. But hurry. Voting closes at 9am sharp Tuesday morning
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THE Northern Territory has some of the most talented hairdressers in Australia – and loyal customers who swear by them.
The coronavirus pandemic has made times tough for businesses across the Territory so we thought getting you, our readers, to nominate your favourite hairdressers might be a good way to help promote their businesses.
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And you didn’t let us down.
The NT News put out a call to find the Territory’s best hairdressers and was absolutely inundated with responses.
From Darwin to Nhulunbuy and Alice Springs, we received more than 1000 comments nominating favourite hairdressers, with many customers saying they travelled far and wide to make sure their precious hair was dealt with by trusted hands.
We’ve managed to narrow the search down to 30 finalists. Now, it’s up to you to decide who is Best of the Territory.
The below hairdressers all received multiple nominations. We’ve included a comment from a customer for each one.
Read through the comments and cast your vote for your favourite.
Voting closes on Tuesday morning, August 11 with the winner to be revealed soon after.
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Kaiden Chase Oats – Glamazon Hair Salon
Nominated by Shanice Brack
Kaiden is not only a hard working hairdresser who has always striven to preform at his best at all times, he has always shown a passion for hair dressing and giving people the best customer service. He has Tourette’s syndrome and has never let that affect his work ethic. Definitely the BEST and MOST hardworking hairdresser in the Top End.
Rhiannon Jayde – Cut Above Palmersto n
Nominated by Bec Stacey
She is amazing and can do anything!! Can transform, beautify and just knows you and your hair and can do it all just to perfection.
Dean Fry – Apparently does a great mullet
Nominated by Daniel Mylius
Gives an amazing mullet, never lets the boys down. Supplies great tunes and amazing customer service. Has never given a bad haircut.
Dani Godwin – Industrial Hair Co.
Nominated by Alannah Tutt
She’s been doing my hair since I was 17 and she cares about the health of your hair! She’s passionate about her work and is such a friendly and our appointments are always full of laughter.
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Lee Babbs – Industrie Hair
Nominated by Sushmita Thapa Magar
She has got a special power to enhance the beauty of a person by playing with their hair. The staffs create a friendly environment for their clients too. Highly recommended hair salon on the town.
Dahlia West – La’Hair Lounge
Nominated by Mandy Goodwin
She’s passionate and committed to creating a wonderful experience at her salon. Not to mention she always provides service with a gorgeous smile.
Michelle Jones – MAC Hairdressing
Nominated by Tanya Maslin
A home based hairdresser who goes above and beyond for all her clients. Always up for a good chat/laugh to.
Kalotina Kotis – K-Lush Hair Design
Nominated by Leanne Roussos
She is amazing. She has been doing my hair for over 18 years. She is honest and tells you if something won’t suit you. She is the best at cutting. when she cuts my sons hair he always gets comments.
Carly Groves – Drybar Darwin
Nominated by Hayley Chadwick
Best hairdresser hands down. Always knows exactly what to do with my hair to make it perfect every time, whether it’s an upstyle, cut or colour, she always does an amazing job
Leanne Hull – Mombasa Day Spa and Hair Lounge
Nominated by Ruby Patman
Ebony Rose – Ebony Rose Hair Design
Nominated by Jessica Bochow
She educates you, helps you understand what you want and what will work best and is not pushy with sales.
Joe-Joe Summerhill – Hair Oracle
Nominated by Sinead Dummett – Phillips
Joe Joe at Hair Oracle is the best in Darwin.
Ruby Patman – Mombasa Day Spa and Hair Lounge
Nominated by Jess Azzopardi
She is brilliant all round. Talented with her cuts and colours and absolutely lovely! Highly recommended Ruby! She absolutely deserves this! And Mombasa is just beautiful!
Suza – suzathebarber
Nominated by Shalene Steenson
Suza has kept my husband looking trim and fresh for the past 8 years!
Sarah Hogan – Hair by Sarah Hogan
Nominated by Bonnie McCue
She is amazing. Always professional and does incredible hair. She is so lovely. I am so thankful to have such a talented hair dresser.
Cass Harris – KBar
Nominated by Sue Bassett
I found her over 4 years ago and never looked back!! She’s just opened up Kbar by herself and is defiantly a hairdresser to look out for!
Taylor Fearn – Cut Above Palmerston
Nominated by Bj Reichman
Takes great care of my hair and puts the blue and purple in just the right places
Catherine Baker – CB Hair Co.
Nominated by Sarah Waters
Done an amazing job on my hair and it changed my life.
Helen Allfree – Coco Loco Hair
Nominated by Gaby Matthewson
Cocoloco Hair Tipperary Waters!!
Kylie Healy – La’Hair Lounge
Nominated by Mandy Goodwin
Kylie Anne Healy from La’Hair Lounge for always going above and beyond for her clients, like working later hours than planned to ensure she can fit them all in!
Emma Coles – Studio Em
Nominated by Zivanna Margaret
The most amazing hard working woman juggling her business and being a mum of 2 beautiful babies. Never met someone who works harder
Nicki Smith – House of Rozario
Nominated by Casey Hills
Nicki absolutely nails it every time! I’ve always left feeling incredible because she always does her best to create what her customer wants while maintaining the healthiest hair possible. Her products are top shelf which means I can maintain her excellent results long after I’ve left her salon. She is constantly working to improve herself and her business. Lastly, her head massages are to die for.
Randy Florendo – Randy Florendo Hair
Nominated by Che Magos
I decided to donate my 12 inches Hair with Heart foundation and I did not regret choosing him to cut my long locks. For me, he is the best and has a passion to give a great service to the customers. I love my haircut and will always go back to him. It’s only him I can trust for my locks.
Emma Jayne – UNIQ Hair
Nominated by Sharna Jane Kotz
Incredibly talented hair dresser. Forever goes above and beyond while keeping your hair in amazing condition. Fantastic pricing and makes you feel so comfortable. Never have I left unsatisfied with my treatment.
Brooke Candida – Miilan Hair
Nominated by Sara Swanson
All round expert. Master colourist, colour correction, great with all types of hair, amazing stylist (so good at up-dos) But most of all she is honest and genuine, she just wants you to look and feel your best!
Sarah Sapkota – Sunsil Hair & Brow Studio
Nominated by Deepika Sharma
She is best for many reasons. Firstly, she is highly skilled in her ability to handle hair. Secondly, she have an extensive knowledge of the appropriate products for different hair types. Lastly, the service provided in studio always focus on the client’s comfort. I really appreciate her passion towards her work and her services.
Best wishes and keep shining
Kelly Wilson – Nyuba Hair
Nominated by Anne May
Make you feel a million dollars.
Racquel Sesso – Champagne Hair by Racquel
Nominated by Chloe Whiteley
easily the best in Australia. Honestly I could write paragraphs on why this girl is the best. She listens to what you want and works with you on realistic goals. She’s constantly studying to better herself at her craft. Also something that is really rare is that she provides specific advice and products for YOU and YOUR HAIR, not for her bottom line, so you can trust her.
Aoife Breen – Hair by Aoife Breen
Nominated by Moriah Lineen
Always have the best experience with the best results with Aoife!
Emma Dinon - Star Barber
Nominated by Ashley Manicaros