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New Zealand Axes Hairdressing Rules, Saves $1 Million Annually

5/28/2025

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New Zealand's cabinet has taken a bold step by approving the removal of outdated hairdressing regulations, a move that promises to cut unnecessary red tape and save the industry a staggering $1 million each year. Minister David Seymour emphasized that these changes, effective July 1, will streamline operations while ensuring safety standards remain intact through future assessments.

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New Zealand's cabinet has taken a bold step by approving the removal of outdated hairdressing regulations, a move that promises to cut unnecessary red tape and save the industry a staggering $1 million each year. Minister David Seymour emphasized that these changes, effective July 1, will streamline operations while ensuring safety standards remain intact through future assessments.