The Mane Space Manly is an award winning salon. Our hairdressers have been trained by the best and strive to continue greatness in the industry. Find out what our hairstylists have been up to recently:

May 2026

AHIA Finalists 2026

Congratulations to Erin Newton & Nicole Koprivec for landing a finalist spot for their categories in the Australian Hair Industry Awards 2026. Erin – Finalist for Emerging Stylist of the Year & Nicole – Finalist for Apprentice of the Year. Winners of the National competition are announced in June 2026.

Feb-May 2026

Apprentice Accelerator & Goldwell Master Technician

Our lovely apprentice Abi has been busy at expanding her skill set. She has attended 2 Goldwell courses over the last few months which aim at building her confidence and skills to get onto the salon floor. We are so proud of you Abi, keep flying!

April 2026

NYC Goldwell Colour Collective

Our salon is so lucky to have a colour company partner like Goldwell! They have introduced a new program- Color Collective – making artists at the heart of their brand. Nicole Koprivec is one of 3 in Australia chosen to be apart of this team. In April this year she travelled to NYC to learn social content creation skills and participate in the brand’s major photoshoot. She’s on fire!

September 2025

1 of 6 Finalist for NSW Apprentice of the Year

Our girl Nicole Koprivec smashed her interview and landed a place as a finalist at the NSW training awards for the NSW Apprentice of the year title. Unfortunately she didn’t take home the win, but her dedication to the industry and 10 year journey is incredible. Congratulations Nicole, there is more to come for you!

July 2025

Goldwell Master Artist qualification

Hairdresser Hannah has completed Part 3 of her GOLDWELL colour training course. She is now recognised as GOLDWELL Master Artist and has the skills to be able to formulate and apply creative and modern techniques in the salon. Congratulations Hannah!

June 2025

Post-grad Elite Cutting Course

Stylist Erin completed the Elite education Post-grad cutting course this month. She is an amazing cutter and after this course has furthered her skills becoming exceptional at detailing every haircut she does. She is a precision cutter and an over achiever well done!

June 2025

Apprentice of the Year – Central & Northern Sydney

Our recently qualified hairdresser Nicole Koprivec took home the title Apprentice of the Year at the VET NSW Training Awards this month! Up against 3 others from her region she represented hairdressing and did us proud. She will go on to interview for a place to represent NSW in the finals in September this year. Congratulations Nicole, we’re so proud.

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