Best for hair

Hamlyn Heights’ Salon Meraki Colour Specialists has been open for less than a year but has already ranked fifth in local radio’s Best Hair Dressers in Geelong and won Best of the Bay Best Hairdresser 2017. “I believe my success comes from the personal and unique service every client receives when they come in for […]

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Corian on top at tavern

“Next time you’re chatting at a Geelong bar take a minute to admire its countertop – chances are it was supplied locally by Newgrove,” says owner Sean Blood. Newgrove makes custom countertops for cafes, restaurants, pubs, retail premises, reception areas and office spaces to suit individual style and specifications. A recent project included supplying the […]

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Anne has it nailed

Clients are full of praise for the talent and skill of Anne Rutherford, one of one of Geelong’s leading nail technicians. With 27 years of experience, her work at Glam Nail Design has built a devoted following of satisfied customers. The best in manicures, pedicures and stunning nail art keep them coming back for more […]

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Touch of beauty

An appointment with a nail technician turned Gail Blair’s passion for beauty therapy into a career. “She suggested that I’d make a good beauty therapist,” the Touch of Eden owner says. “Even as a little girl I used to pamper my mum. I massaged her face and played with her hands.” The technician’s suggestion led […]

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Archibald Prize comes to Geelong

Geelong Gallery is delighted to be the exclusive Victorian venue for the 2017 Archibald Prize. High profile, eagerly anticipated and often controversial, the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ Archibald Prize is Australia’s favourite art award, and one of its most prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture, […]

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In Conversation – Kylie Warne

She’s a mum of two, a business owner and the longest-serving chair of Geelong’s largest and oldest lobby group – but what Kylie Warne really wants is “old-school roller skates”. ELISSA FRIDAY meets Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s charming frontwoman. Kylie, where did you grow up? I’m a Geelong girl, the daughter of an immigrant from […]

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