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Emmalene Mahar: From teenage apprentice to entrepreneur

Starting her illustrious hairdressing career as a 16-year-old apprentice, Emmalene Mahar opened her first salon 10 years ago and now owns three successful hairdressing businesses in Dickson and Queanbeyan.

Taylor Pitsilos: Co-owner of DOS Emporium, Mesaío and Emporium Espresso

Taylor Pitsilos, co-owner of Designer Op Shop Emporium and Mesaío, shares her entrepreneurial journey that all started with a pop-up shop, as she navigated the preloved fashion industry to create one of Canberra’s most beloved vintage and modern shopping destinations.

Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law: A holistic approach to family law

Lucy Stramandinoli and Anna Neilan opened their family law firm in January 2017, wanting to provide a boutique service to family law clients that focuses on the most efficient and cost-effective solutions.

Melanie Greenhalgh: CEO of Collective Wisdom Coaching and Consulting

After her own transformative journey from burnout to enlightenment, Melanie Greenhalgh is leading other women in the Canberra community to redefine success in their own terms, to achieve fulfillment, and to finally find work-life balance. Collective Wisdom Coaching is a boutique practice with a hyperfocus on holistic, client-led care.

Claudia Roughley: CEO, Underground Spirits

A creative spirit in a corporate world, Claudia Roughley began her career in venue and events management.

Katie Kolenberg: Managing Director of Heartstory and Owner of Katie K

Katie Kolenberg founded Heartstory Photography following the birth of her first child (she lovingly refers to the business as her “middle child”). Sixteen years later, Heartstory has grown to be one of the most awarded photography studios in Australia with a mission to give families their most meaningful memories as heirloom photographic artwork. In 2020, Katie founded her personal brand, Katie K.

Elissa O’Keefe: Managing Director, Science Skincare

Having proven the efficacy of Australian botanical skincare to improve problem skin, Adjunct Associate Professor Elissa O’Keefe is taking her Science Skincare products to the world, recently winning a 2023 ACT Chief Minister’s Export Award.

Melita Caulfield: Creator of This One Too

Cultivating a mindful approach to life since 2013, Melita Caulfield (BPsychSc) has a particular interest in human behaviour, specifically shame resilience, vulnerability, connection and sincerity. Through her business, This One Too, Melita offers mindfulness, self-compassion and resilience programs for adults and parents/carers of children of any age.

Vanessa Schimizzi: Director & Designer, Branded Graphics

Entering the design industry, Vanessa Schimizzi also started a side hustle with many late nights as she balanced the two jobs for a decade.

Dr Maria Comyns: Director, Why Aesthetics

Dr Maria Comyns and her team at Why Aesthetics care deeply about each patient’s “why”, creating a comfortable space where patients are offered professional guidance, options and treatments to achieve optimal results.

Carla Rodeghiero: Founder, Director & Winemaker of Sapling Yard Wines

Having grown Sapling Yard Wines from her shed in Bungendore into a renowned Canberra Region winery, the power of Carla Rodeghiero’s passion for wine is undeniable.

Nadine Neilson: Owner of Journey Home Interiors

Canberra guru on classic interiors, Nadine Neilson opened Journey Home Interiors in 2012, recently celebrating their (belated) tenth birthday.

Sophie Bilal: Tattoo Artist and Owner of Outkast Tattoo Co.

Outkast Tattoo is an exciting tattoo studio in the heart of Braddon where Sophie Bilal and her team of talented artists deliver a range of styles with exceptional care and creativity.

Adele Haussmann: Founder & CEO, Her Smile

Continuing her lifelong interest and career in body movement, beauty and wellbeing, Adele Haussmann founded HerSmile in Canberra four years ago to help unfulfilled women realise their potential.

Canberra Business Chamber State of the Territory Address

Canberra Business Chamber State of the Territory Address, Gandel Hall, National Gallery of Australia. Photos: Kerrie Brewer

Sanjay Kumar’s culinary journey leads to Master Cook Challenge

In the heart of Canberra, where diverse cultures converge, one name stands out as a beacon of authentic Indian cuisine, community engagement, and culinary excellence: Sanjay Kumar.

Have you heard? Dragonboating for women and more

Diamond Phoenix, Canberra’s only all-women Dragon Boat Club, is hosting a free come & try event on Saturday 28 October 11am-12.30pm at Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive, Barton.

Where to snag a democracy sausage in Canberra on 14 October

CW has compiled a guide on where to snag a democracy sausage in the Canberra region this Saturday 14 October.

Have you heard? Motorcycle Awareness Week and more

Motorcycle Riders’ Association ACT is supporting the annual Motorcycle Awareness Week, Monday 9 to Sunday 15 October.

Community Home Australia Floriade Community Party

Community Home Australia Floriade Community Party, Club Kalina, Tuggeranong. Photos: Kerrie Brewer

Have you heard? GIVIT, Bonsai Show, Flower Club and more

Have you heard? GIVIT, Bonsai Show, Flower Club and more.

Have you heard? Trivia Night for Cancer Council and more

The Bold Bandannas Relay for Life Team, in conjunction with the four Curves Gyms of Canberra, is holding a fundraising Trivia Night for Cancer Council ACT on Saturday 14 October 6.30pm at Deakin Football Club.

Pools: the heartbeat of the Aussie backyard

Husband and wife team, Andrew and Alex, own and operate Urban Pools and Spas based in Batemans Bay on the South Coast.

Monaro Screens: Three decades of exceptional service and products

From their first factory in Queanbeyan with four staff, the Byatt family business now employs more than 25 locals across two large premises in Fyshwick.

Dynamic duo own and operate three Canberra businesses

Meet dynamic husband and wife team Kristian Collins and Jorja Wallace, who have three businesses between them.

Café Farmers’ Daughter: A calling passed down through generations

With hospitality flowing through their veins, it was a natural progression for the Tosolini family to buy Café Farmers’ Daughter in Yarralumla where they have fostered a warm and friendly community.

Thompson Bespoke Jewellers: A family gem in Braidwood

Former Canberra jewellery designer, Diana Thompson, and her son, award-winning jeweller Travis Thompson, who were at Briolette in Manuka for many years, have joined forces in Thompson Bespoke Jewellers, a glittering gem in the Braidwood business community.

Action Plumbing: Serving Canberra for 40 years

Established in 1983, Simon and Sally have taken over the reins of the family business and are continuing to value family and quality over everything else.

Project Lighting: 51 years on, we’re here for the long term

Over the past 51 years, Project Lighting has expanded into a bigger showroom around the corner, and operates five more stores in the ACT and regional NSW.

Vangeli Jewellery: Two generations of brilliance

Established by master jeweller Jeff Chapman, Vangeli Jewellery has been creating fine jewellery in Canberra since 1978.
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