Abbey Morris has been picked to represent WA at a national competition.
Camera IconAbbey Morris has been picked to represent WA at a national competition. Credit: Supplied/David Baylis        www.communitypix.com.au d444449

Hair-raising moment for Jane Brook hairdressing

Joel KellyMidland Kalamunda Reporter

The 19-year-old works at Tenjune Hair Studio in Midland and recently won a gold medal in the regional WorldSkills competition.

She is now eligible to represent WA at a national competition in Victoria next year.

Ms Morris said she was over the moon and surprised to have been named the winner.

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“There were so many emotions going through my head; I was really excited, shocked and proud,” she said.

“I knew I had put in a lot of practice but all the competitors were really strong, so I wasn’t sure what the outcome was going to be.”

WorldSkills competitions give apprentices an opportunity to showcase their trade and skill.

“I was a little hesitant about taking part but I am so glad I did,” Ms Morris said.

Tenjune Hair Studio owner Fallon Payne supported Abbey through the eight hours of competition which involved a ladies cut and colour, a men’s cut and an up-style.

“To stand and watch her compete, to see her stand out from the rest and then to win, that was a really proud and exciting moment,” she said.