Join the True Grit team!

15 September 2026

🧡 Ready for your next chapter in hairdressing? 🧡 True Grit is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Year 3 Hairdressing Apprentice to join our New Generation team. We’re looking for someone who already has a great foundation of salon skills and is ready to take the next step, building confidence behind the chair, developing their cutting and colour work, growing their clientele and learning alongside an experienced team. You’ll ideally have experience in: – Client consultations and customer care – Blow waving and styling – Cutting and finishing – Colour application – Foiling, lightening and toning – Treatments and haircare recommendations – Working confidently… Read More

Team News and Promotions at True Grit (Plus an exclusive Formal Season offer)

21 May 2026

There’s been so much happening around the salon lately … exciting team promotions, formal season specials and a few little reminders we wanted to share with you. As always, thank you for supporting our small business and the amazing humans behind the chairs. Formal Season Special – Exclusive with Isla We’re so excited to announce that Isla has officially been promoted to New Generation Stylist on the salon floor. Book a Cut & Finish and receive a complimentary Evo Top Drop Treatment (valued at $30) to have your hair in great condition in the lead up to your Formal / Ball Hair appointment. Meet Isla. Tanya Has Been… Read More

Appointment Deposits & Cancellation Reminder

To help us better manage our schedule and reserve appointment time for all clients, we now require a 50% deposit for: All online bookings (new and returning) Extensive colour bookings. This allows us to continue providing the high level of care and salon experience you’ve come to expect from True Grit. For more information please read here. 🧡 A Friendly Reminder 🧡 We kindly require 48 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Cancellations made within 48 hours of your appointment may incur a late cancellation or no-show fee at management’s discretion. Thank you for respecting our team’s time and our… Read More

Exciting Team Developments at True Grit

9 February 2026

There’s a lot happening in the salon and we’re excited to share some team news, fresh talent, beautiful hair updates and what’s new behind the chair at True Grit. A fond farewell to Zoe Our shining light and social media guru Zoe is heading off to Wellington, and while we’re incredibly excited for her next chapter, she will be deeply missed by our team and clients alike. Zoe has brought creativity, warmth and an infectious energy to True Grit, both in the salon and online, and we’re so grateful for everything she’s contributed. From capturing beautiful hair moments to being… Read More

Libby Morton: 13 Years of Style at True Grit

3 June 2025

Master Stylist Libby Morton is celebrating 13 years at True Grit . and what a journey it’s been!  🧡 Known for her precision cutting, expert colour work, and signature style, Libby’s clients know they’re always in the best hands. Here’s to 13 incredible years and many more to come! “I’ve worked for Jacqui for 13 years now. I originally started just after the February earthquake in 2011, while I was still in high school! I worked late nights and Saturdays, and by the end of that year, I began my apprenticeship. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to work… Read More

Jen Finch: 20 Years of Mastery at True Grit

Two decades of exceptional hair.  Master Stylist Jen Finch has been part of the True Grit family since the very early days, and her talent, creativity and warmth have shaped the lives (and hair) of hundreds of loyal clients. Jen is a cornerstone of our salon; a true artist and beloved team member. Congratulations on 20 amazing years, Jen! “It honestly feels like just yesterday that I nervously walked into my interview for an apprenticeship at True Grit. Hard to believe that was 20 years ago! From day one, Jacqui has been more than a mentor, she’s pushed me, supported me, and… Read More