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Melanie Newman - 3 Day Intensive Scissoring Course
Mar
17
to 31 Mar

Melanie Newman - 3 Day Intensive Scissoring Course

Scissoring for beginner and intermediate groomers.

Want to scissor like a pro ?

This 3 day intensive scissoring course will run 1 day per week over 3 weeks on a Monday and will take your skills to the next level. No matter your skill level this course is designed to step you through the scissor basics right through to advanced scissor level.

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Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop
Apr
5
to 6 Apr

Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop

Join Groomwise for a weekend of expert grooming education at GroomWise Academy in Rotorua! Each event includes a Saturday seminar with a live demonstration, followed by Sunday hands-on workshop, where you can bring any dog and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance.

Suit Intermediate level/Apprentice level.

April 5th & 6th:

Saturday: Scottish Terrier Seminar – Covers Anatomy, Skin & Coat, plus grooming tips for Terriers in general (Live Demonstration Included)

Sunday: Hands-On Workshop – Bring any dog ( limited to small/med breeds) and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance

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Groomalong Competition Christchurch 2025
Apr
11
to 13 Apr

Groomalong Competition Christchurch 2025

Groomalong Christchurch 2025 and NGANZ Exams for Proficiency, Bichon Master exam, Poodle exam, and exam resits within the Competition.

Three amazing international speakers and judges. Competitions, seminars, trade stalls, prizes, and more!!!

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Johnny Lee Schnauzer Grooming Seminar & Workshop
Apr
16
to 17 Apr

Johnny Lee Schnauzer Grooming Seminar & Workshop

  • 44 Luddenham Road Orchard Hills, NSW, 2748 Australia (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Day One - Watch and learn as Master Groomer Johnny Lee demonstrates the art of grooming a miniature schnauzer. Day One will consist of a demonstration and seminar lecture involving show preparation, bathing, drying, scissoring.

Day Two Hands-on Workshop. Bring your prepared dog* (bathed and knot free) for a hands-on workshop - stripping/clipping/demonstrating styling techniques or join as an observer.

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Sydney Royal Canine Grooming Show 2025
Apr
22

Sydney Royal Canine Grooming Show 2025

The Sydney Royal Grooming Competition is a prestigious event for canine groomers, showcasing top-level skills and talents in various grooming styles. This highly anticipated competition features four distinct classes:

  1. Handstripping – Highlighting the expertise in maintaining the natural texture and appearance of wire-coated breeds.

  2. Scissoring – Focused on precision cutting and shaping across various coat types.

  3. Poodle – Showcasing the elegance and artistry involved in grooming Poodles to the highest standard.

  4. Spaniel and Setters – Demonstrating breed-specific grooming techniques for these graceful breeds.

In addition, there is Salon Freestyle, Asian Fusion and model dog classes, which add to the choice for groomers who wish to participate in Pet Grooming. This event is a platform for groomers to display their mastery and innovation across these diverse categories.

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Grooming Night Class @ Elite Dog Grooming Academy
Apr
30

Grooming Night Class @ Elite Dog Grooming Academy

Bring your own dog, prepared and ready for grooming. Any breed, any style, perfect for groomers wanting to improve certain aspects of grooming, try a new style or work on perfecting their competition dog.

Suitable for groomers of all skill levels

Groomers are required to bring their own grooming equipment (tables are provided)

$250 per person

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Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop
May
24
to 25 May

Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop

Join Groomwise for a weekend of expert grooming education at GroomWise Academy in Rotorua! Each event includes a Saturday seminar with a live demonstration, followed by Sunday hands-on workshop, where you can bring any dog and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance.

Suit Intermediate level/Apprentice level.

May 24th & 25th:

Saturday: 2 Salon Faces Seminar – Learn Scissoring Techniques, Types of Scissors, and how to use combs & brushes during & after prep (Live Demonstration Included)

Sunday: Hands-On Workshop – Bring any dog ( limited to small/med breeds) and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance

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NovoGroom 2025
June
8

NovoGroom 2025

NovoGroom is back for 2025!

New bigger venue, More vendors, New sponsors
Judges: Shayla Knipe & Prue Hammond
Categories: Gundog, Asian Fusion, Salon Style, Terrier & Purebred Scissor, Poodle.

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Creative Workshop - The Poodle Groomer
June
22

Creative Workshop - The Poodle Groomer

Bring your inspo photos and we will do a creative groom on your dogs in a group of 4.

In the morning there will be a simple demonstration on how to apply permanent colour and rinse then after a quick break, you will apply permanent colour to your dog alongside 3 other groomers.
This workshop will be suited to everyone from beginner to advanced groomers who would like to improve their creative skills.
The Poodle Groomer will help you design your concept and select/purchase products before the event so you are well prepared and we will execute the design together hands on.
Let’s get creative!
Cost is $350 per person plus materials.
Spectator spots available for the morning demo for $125

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Australian Pet Groomers Cruise
June
28
to 5 July

Australian Pet Groomers Cruise

The groomers cruise is designed around the hard working pet grooming industry . It is a networking educational and training event designed to teach engage, enlighten and celebrate the industry. It may therefore be possible to offset the (or some) costs against your tax bill. Please check with your tax professional or accountant as to how much you can offset.

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Kenchii Seminar with Jonathan David and Jess Adorno
July
12
to 13 July

Kenchii Seminar with Jonathan David and Jess Adorno

Join Jonathan & Jess for an unforgettable 2-days of seminars packed with expert tips, hands-on demos, and insider secrets. From mastering those tricky doodles to creating stunning drop coats, you'll learn from the best and elevate your skills to new heights. Plus, discover how to help your grooming business thrive and enjoy a fulfilling career that lasts a lifetime!

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Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop
July
12
to 13 July

Groomwise Academy - Hands-On Workshop

Join Groomwise for a weekend of expert grooming education at GroomWise Academy in Rotorua! Each event includes a Saturday seminar with a live demonstration, followed by Sunday hands-on workshop, where you can bring any dog and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance.

Suit Intermediate level/Apprentice level.

July 12 & 13th:

Saturday: Handstripping Seminar – Learn everything you need to know about hand-stripping in the salon, including tools, techniques, and expert tips (Live Demonstration Included)

Sunday: Hands-On Workshop – Bring any handstrip dog and elevate your grooming skills with expert guidance

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The Pup Cup
Aug
2
to 3 Aug

The Pup Cup

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗽 𝗖𝘂𝗽 is humbled to provide competitors with extra time in a relaxed environment to network, showcase and improve their skill set.

Classes include Modern Dog Styling, Teddy Bear, Funky Fusion, Creative, Wire Coat. Gundog, Purebred Scissor and more.

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SuperZoo
Aug
13
to 15 Aug

SuperZoo

It’s the purrfect place for pet pros to find the latest products, discover the newest trends and connect with industry peers.

SUPERZOO is where business gets done. It’s where you can connect with a diverse network of 10,000+ buyers actively seeking the newest products and services, inventory must-haves and game-changing partnerships with companies like yours.

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Brisbane Groomathon
Oct
17
to 19 Oct

Brisbane Groomathon

Save The Date - Groomathon 2025

October 17th - 19th 2025

Ipswich Show Grounds

Stay tuned for special announcements in the coming days for the release of our first judges of 2025!!

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Polishing the Poodle with Kayla Croteau
Nov
7

Polishing the Poodle with Kayla Croteau

Join award-winning USA Groom Team Member & ISBUSA Ambassador Kayla Croteau, for an in-depth Poodle grooming seminar!

This session will cover the breed standard and structure of the poodle, teaching you how to create a balanced trim tailored to the dog's essential coat maintenance techniques, including proper brushing, product application, effective prepping, as well as banding and wrapping will be covered. DISCOUNTED EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAIL UNTIL AUGUST 2025

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Wicked Woof Grooming Competition
Nov
14
to 16 Nov

Wicked Woof Grooming Competition

Calling All Groomers!

Get ready for the ultimate showdown at the Wicked Woof Grooming Competition! This is the event you don’t want to miss—where creativity, skill, and passion for grooming take center stage.

Show off your talent, connect with fellow grooming pros, and compete for glory in a day filled with excitement, inspiration, and friendly rivalry.

Date: 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025

Location: Cambewarra Estate

Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Bring your best skills and prepare to leave your mark at the Wicked Woof Grooming Competition.

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Grooming Night Class @ Elite Dog Grooming Academy
Mar
19

Grooming Night Class @ Elite Dog Grooming Academy

Bring your own dog, prepared and ready for grooming. Any breed, any style, perfect for groomers wanting to improve certain aspects of grooming, try a new style or work on perfecting their competition dog.

Suitable for groomers of all skill levels

Groomers are required to bring their own grooming equipment (tables are provided)

$250 per person

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Advanced Scissoring Workshop - Melanie Newman
Mar
9

Advanced Scissoring Workshop - Melanie Newman

ADVANCED SCISSORING WORKSHOP

This 4 hour workshop is designed for existing groomers who are wanting to upskill scissoring techniques.
In this practical workshop you will build solid fundamentals to master scissoring and balance while
improving your overall scissoring techniques.
By completing our practical workshop you will have confident knowledge of different aspects of scissoring, while learning techniques you can translate into your salon
clientele.

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GROOM’D
Mar
9

GROOM’D

The greatest in grooming uniting to achieve grooming greatness — that’s what GROOM’D is all about. Don’t miss the annual get-together that elevates your skills and business growth with contests, demos and expert-led education sessions. Add exciting networking events into the mix, and you’ll find success — and your place in the heart of our community.

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Beginner Scissoring Workshop - Melanie Newman
Mar
8

Beginner Scissoring Workshop - Melanie Newman

Scissoring for beginners & intermediate groomers with straight and curved scissors.

This 3-hour course is designed for people who are wanting to learn the essentials of scissoring. During this course you will gain confidence to use dog grooming scissors by learning the core techniques when using straight and curved scissors as you will begin with cutting exercises on mannequins. The techniques you will learn you will be able to use on clients right away.

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Hands On Workshop - Melanie Newman
Mar
8

Hands On Workshop - Melanie Newman

Enhance your dog grooming skills through our specialised 3 hour hands on grooming workshop. This workshop session is uniquely designed for groomers catering to their individual needs, helping improve grooming skills for any breed of dog. Bring your dog along fully prepped ready to groom , tables are provided but please bring your own grooming equipment.

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Creative Grooming Workshop with Prue Hammond
Feb
23

Creative Grooming Workshop with Prue Hammond

This Exciting Hands on Workshop is perfect for all levels of groomers either Hands On or if you are Spectating you will also learn a lot.

If you have been thinking of competing for the first time or would like to perfect a creative groom This is Perfect For YOU with Award Winner Prue herself !!

Either Bring a real dog or BYO your own Model dog, learn how to create Flowers, Love hearts, spirals, tutu, a Bow Bum all with colour of course, leopard print either with permanent colour, chalk, spray and let your creativity Run Free (All materials Supplied)

Prue will guide you, help your creation come to life, Prue will demonstrate different tips and tricks with your creation and much much more.

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Mocktails
Feb
23

Mocktails

Mocktails is a mock grooming competition that operates similarly to a regular grooming competition with all competitors new to the competition world and with the no admission of general public. Participants will follow Groom-Rama's rules. However, the unique aspect of this event is the added bonus that participants are allowed to seek guidance before and receive feedback after grooming their dogs. This is an opportunity to showcase your skills and take your abilities to the next level.

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Salon Shih Tzu Webinar
Jan
27

Salon Shih Tzu Webinar

James Holberry, The Northern Dog Barber from the UK, presents the Shih Tzu webinar! This demo will be a salon style trim which can be transferred to your everyday salon dogs!

Short body, short legs and that cute little Asian inspired face to complete the groom!

Live webinar on Sunday 26th January @ 11:00am (GMT); the price is £20 (GBP) per person with unlimited replay!
(9pm Monday 27th Jan AEST)

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Cat Grooming Course - Oasis Pet Styling
Jan
27
to 7 Feb

Cat Grooming Course - Oasis Pet Styling

2 Week Cat Grooming Course presented by Oasis Pet Styling

You will learn:

Temperament & Handling, Anatomy & Health, Business Management, Short Haired Full Coat Groom, Long Haired Full COat Groom, Lion Cut, Comb Cut & add on services.

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An Evening with Angela Anderson
Jan
23

An Evening with Angela Anderson

Join Angela Anderson NCMG/ICMG for an educational and fun evening of dog grooming.

The evening will include a live grooming demonstration of the cute "brown bear" style on a Bichon
The live demo will include setting patterns, dog handling, using the correct tools for the right coat type, and how to get the best finish, in the best time.

As well as a bonus talk on customer relations and employee/employer/work peers communications and expectations.

Covering working as a team, getting your customers on board with your vision and knowing how to handle things with customers if they don't go quite right.

Angela’s favourite saying is "how to tell people to go to hell in a way that makes them look forward to the trip"

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Melanie Newman - Mastering Round Heads
Jan
21

Melanie Newman - Mastering Round Heads

Join this practical hands on workshop to improve your grooming skills using model dog mannequins. You'll learn how to master round heads, perfect your scissor techniques, and create different ear sets while maintaining balance by identify different head shapes.

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Melanie Newman - Advanced Scissoring Workshop
Jan
15

Melanie Newman - Advanced Scissoring Workshop

This 4 hour workshop is designed for existing groomers who are wanting to upskill scissoring techniques.
In this practical workshop you will build solid fundamentals to master scissoring and balance while
improving your overall scissoring techniques.
By completing the practical workshop you will have confident knowledge of different aspects of scissoring, while learning techniques you can translate into your salon
clientele.

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Melanie Newman - Beginner-Intermediate Scissoring Workshop
Jan
12

Melanie Newman - Beginner-Intermediate Scissoring Workshop

This 3-hour course is designed for people who are wanting to learn the essentials of scissoring. During this course you will gain confidence to use dog grooming scissors by learning the core techniques when using straight and curved scissors as you will begin with cutting exercises on mannequins. The techniques you will learn you will be able to use on clients right away.
Recommended for people who are wanting to learn the basics of using straight and curved scissors. As well as people wanting additional training with scissoring.
Learning focus
-Learn scissor anatomy and scissor terminology.
-learn how to hold and fit your scissors correctly.
-Understanding different edges on scissors.
-An introduction to creating basic shapes and angles using straight and curved scissors.
Format
Practical workshop
Model Dogs provided for use on the evening.

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Melanie Newman - Beginner-Intermediate Scissoring Workshop
Jan
7

Melanie Newman - Beginner-Intermediate Scissoring Workshop

This 3-hour course is designed for people who are wanting to learn the essentials of scissoring. During this course you will gain confidence to use dog grooming scissors by learning the core techniques when using straight and curved scissors as you will begin with cutting exercises on mannequins. The techniques you will learn you will be able to use on clients right away.
Recommended for people who are wanting to learn the basics of using straight and curved scissors. As well as people wanting additional training with scissoring.
Learning focus
-Learn scissor anatomy and scissor terminology.
-learn how to hold and fit your scissors correctly.
-Understanding different edges on scissors.
-An introduction to creating basic shapes and angles using straight and curved scissors.
Format
Practical workshop
Model Dogs provided for use on the evening.

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Poodle Workshop - Grooming with May
Jan
7

Poodle Workshop - Grooming with May

May Wong will host a hands on Poodle workshop in Melbourne on 7th January.

What You Will Learn

• How to set up a profile on your dog

• Tips for spraying up the topknot

• Achieving a polished scissor finish

• Effective product usage for optimal results

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Melanie Newman - 5 Day Intensive Scissoring Course
Jan
6

Melanie Newman - 5 Day Intensive Scissoring Course

Scissoring for beginner and intermediate groomers.

Want to scissor like a pro ?

This 5 day intensive scissoring course will run 1 day per week over 5 weeks on a Monday and will take your skills to the next level. No matter your skill level this course is designed to step you through the scissor basics right through to advanced scissor level.

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Blake Hernandez Townsville Seminar
Nov
17

Blake Hernandez Townsville Seminar

Exciting news, Townsville will be presenting Blake Hernandez seminar.

Seminar will be covering, Poodle Trim, Asian Fusion, Teddy Face on Poodle & Teddy Face on Cavoodle.

Any questions message Belinda Hadley from Vanity Paws Pet Grooming

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Groomfinity Grooming Competition
Nov
17

Groomfinity Grooming Competition

Groomfinity Grooming Competition aims to bring grooming competitions to rural and remote areas across Victoria. Our 2024 Competition will be held on Sunday 17th November at the Poultry Pavillion at the Dandenong Showgrounds.
This year there will be four classes over 2 sessions to allow more range for competitors. Entrants are welcome to enrol for a morning & afternoon session and/or enter a model dog.

Introducing a new category this year; Pet Class. This class is designed for beginner groomers not yet confident enough to compete in a breed standard class.

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