The Commission, of its own motion, initiated proceedings to vary the Hairdressers Award 1989 to reflect the deregulated nature of the hairdressing industry in Western Australia and expand the scope provision to apply to employers in the hair and beauty industry and their employees.

The variations included removing references to obsolete legislation, aligning with the federal modern award to include beauticians, and providing classifications for trainees. The Commission in Court Session received support for the proposed variations from the Minister for Industrial Relations and UnionsWA, and no opposition was advised.

The variations take effect from 1 January 2025.

The decision can be read here.