Best Hair Salon at the Blacktown City Local Business Awards

Honoured with a Community Recognition Statement

We’re so humbled and excited to share that The Cutting Room at Riverstone has been recognised by the NSW Parliament with a Community Recognition Statement (CRS). This meaningful honour is a formal way to celebrate people, businesses, and groups that make a positive and lasting difference in their local area. Even more special, it’s permanently recorded in Parliamentary records, making it a true tribute to the work we do.

Our CRS shines a light on two things that matter most to us. First, it acknowledges us as the most awarded hair salon in our local government area, showcasing the passion, creativity, and care our team brings to every appointment. Second, it reflects the love we have for our Riverstone community and the contributions we’ve made to support and uplift the wonderful people around us. Being part of this community is at the core of everything we do.

This recognition isn’t just about us as a team. It’s shared with you, our loyal clients and the amazing locals who continue to stand by us. Your support, kindness, and trust mean the world to us and inspire us every day.

We can’t thank you enough for being part of our story and helping us reach this milestone. We’re so proud to share this recognition with you!

Mr WARREN KIRBY (Riverstone) (19:49): 

The Cutting Room at Riverstone has again been crowned best hair salon at the Blacktown City Local Business Awards.

For perspective, Blacktown has over 250 hairdressers, and The Cutting Room at Riverstone has taken out the prize four times now.  Salon owners Penny and Cass Hooper Whitmore have once again proven that they are masters of their trade and skilled business operators.

Their clientele is almost cult-like in its commitment to the team and will follow them to the ends of the earth—or at least to the ends of the Riverstone electorate.  These talented trailblazers gave up their lease in Riverstone Village in the centre of town and took the risk of relocating to the new housing estate of Grantham Farm—a move that proved to be successful.

The Cutting Room has also proven that its salon is a place where everyone belongs and that its dedication to the community it serves is strong. The Cutting Room and its clients were generous donors to the North West Community Services flood and Christmas appeals. I congratulate The Cutting Room on both its award success and community spirit.