A newer kid on the block, The Town Barber Rochester took out the McPherson Media Group Best in Retail Award.
Owner Matt McMillan grew up in Rochy, moving to Melbourne to study barbering before bringing his skills back to town.
The Town Barber provides a range of haircutting services for men, including mullets and fades, along with beard trims and seniors’ cuts.
“It feels amazing,” he said.
“I lived in Melbourne for about seven years, and once I got qualified as a barber I came home.”
Mr McMillan opened the Town Barber in August 2022, only months later facing the October 2022 floods, which brought two feet of water into his business.
Since reopening in December 2022, the barber has proven popular with locals, providing a service that was otherwise absent.
“It’s a good feeling to get this kind of achievement,” Mr McMillan said.
“Especially when there is a need and a calling for this type of business around this area.”
Receiving the award came as a shock to Mr McMillan, who nominated his business due to encouragement from fellow business owners.
“I wasn’t expecting it at all,” he said.
“I’m proud and pretty stoked.”
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