The Pet Industry Association Australia (PIAA) Ausgroom 2025 event brought together the Australian grooming industry from 28th to 30th March at the Hawkesbury Race Club. This three-day gathering saw a diverse mix of groomers, exhibitors, educators, and pet industry professionals from around Australia and beyond, making it a standout event in the industry’s calendar. Jo Marsden, Grooming Director at the PIAA, expressed her pride in the event, noting the high energy, support, and shared passion evident throughout.
Featuring world-class competitions, expert-led seminars, product showcases, and networking opportunities, Ausgroom 2025 underscored the professionalism, skill, and camaraderie within the grooming sector. The event’s esteemed judging panel, which included international experts like Tamara James, Alicia Fragiadakis, Bonnie Keen, and Randi Sands from the USA, raised the competition’s standards. Stewards Amanda Ensor and Jessica Chard ensured the event’s smooth operations and captured live content and photography.
Anthony Ramsay, CEO of PIAA, highlighted the event’s significance in providing a platform for Australia’s top groomers to compete, learn from professional development seminars, and explore grooming supplies in one convenient location. The networking opportunities and friendships fostered at the event were also emphasized as valuable by Ramsay, showcasing the talent within the pet grooming industry.
The seminar program featured industry experts covering a range of topics, including advanced grooming techniques, business development, branding, and insurance essentials. With speakers like Randi Sands, Alicia Fragiadakis, Tamara James, Sandra King, and others, attendees gained practical insights to enhance their skills and businesses.
Ausgroom 2025 was made possible through the support of major sponsors and contributors, with live grooming demonstrations, premium catering, and a focus on enhancing the overall experience for attendees. The event’s success was further credited to Hawkesbury Race Club for hosting and the ongoing partnership and advocacy of the Pet Industry Association Australia and CEO Anthony Ramsay.
Looking ahead, the industry anticipates future events like Aus Pet Expo and Ausgroom Brisbane in September 2025, building on the success and community spirit of Ausgroom 2025. The gathering served as a reminder of the industry’s strengths, from community engagement to educational opportunities and talent recognition, setting a positive tone for the future of pet grooming in Australia.
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