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Finding Success in Family Heritage: Meet Nonna's Grocer

Learn about the inspiration and challenges behind Nonna’s Grocer, a one-of-a-kind concept candle shop blending family heritage and design.

How Experimentation Helped Brooki Bakehouse Find Their Audience

You wouldn’t typically expect to find an NYC East Village meets french inspired patisserie style bakery on the streets of Brisbane, but that’s exactly what Brooke from Brooki Bakehouse envisioned when she dove into owning her own business.

Talking Babies and Business With New Mum Cassie From Edward & I

We recently sat down with new mum Cassie, Owner of Edward and I (and little Etta) to chat about becoming a new mum while owning your own business, the balance, the village, highs, lows and everything in between.

Behind The Counter: Edward & I

what happens behind the counter at a successful florist in Melbourne’s outer east? We took a peek behind the petals into what makes Edward & I tick.

Breaking The Stigma: Meet Cosmetic Injectables By Christine

Christine was a practicing Registered Nurse for more than three decades, but when she was working in the specialty of plastic surgery she found herself drawn to the industry. So she started Cosmetic Injectables By Christine.

How Keeping it Small Has Helped Coquette Clothes Build A Loyal Customer Base

Tucked away off the main road in Melbourne’s famous Fitzroy is a little clothing store started from humble beginnings by former actress Anastasia. Little did she know that it would bloom into a safe and beautiful space for her loyal customer base to shop.

18 Years In Business and Still Growing: Meet Impact Comics

Mal and Kameron met while working together at the comic counter in the back of a record store in Canberra. Now Impact Comics is now one of Australia’s largest comic suppliers.

How Jason Created a Sneaker Empire At Just 20

Jason spent his days after school lining up for limited edition sneakers, though usually leaving empty handed it sparked an obsession that led to endless hours of research and eventually a business.

Luck is What Happens When Hard Work Meets Opportunity: Meet Jad From Wholefood Merchants

Jad studied a bachelor of Fashion Merchandise Management as well as Graphic Design and Digital Marketing at university whilst working on the side at Wholefood Merchants. We sat down to chat about how he got into marketing full time.

How This Business Trio Started Melbourne’s Go-To Vegan Restaurant

We caught up with founders Alexandra, Matthew and Jonathan to find out how they have expanded their business to two venues in two short years (plus a pandemic), and what the secret sauce is to Sable’s epic success.

Meet Australia's Largest Health Food Store: Wholefood Merchants

Learn how Wholefood Merchants have grown humbly from a small store in a local shopping centre, to stocking over 35,000 products.

Behind The Counter At Wholefood Merchants

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the counter at a store that stocks over 35,000 products? Well, you’re in luck read on to find out the nitty-gritty details that make Wholefood Merchants tick.

Telling Stories Through Food: KOI Experiential

Reynold Poernomo might be known as MasterChef’s Dessert King, producing some incredibly iconic dishes. But his skills and talents extend beyond sweet treats. Read more on Townsquare

Talking About Purpose With Boutique Label One Fable

We recently visited Byron Bay to meet Natasha Knight, owner of One Fable, a local boutique fashion label that humbly began with a small store in Bangalow and has now expanded to Byron Bay and more recently internationally to Bali.

Born Out Of Necessity: Shred Culture Tattoo

When Mikey and Natasha moved from Sydney to Byron Bay with their young family they never anticipated a pandemic shut down and cross-border bubbles would lead to them losing their stable jobs. Read about how they started their business on Townsquare.

A Taste of Italy in Byron Bay: Frankie’s Gelato

I dreamed of owning a business that represented my sentimentality for the Italy of old. Frankies was born out of the desire to bring one-of-a-kind gelato flavours to life in Australia. Read more on Townsquare.

A Restaurant That Makes a Difference For The Planet: No Bones Byron Bay

We caught up with the team at fine dining vegan restaurant No Bones Byron Bay to learn about their expedition to save the earth one brussel sprout at time and how they have scaled their business to two and soon to be three venues with Square.

Behind The Counter At Vegan Restaurant No Bones Byron Bay

If you are a current or aspiring restaurant owner, working in the industry or just love hearing about how a large-scale venue ticks, we’ve got you covered. Read on to find out what happens behind the counter at one of Byron Bay’s best restaurants.

Rewriting the Stereotypes Behind Korean Cuisine With Jung Sung

Located on the third level of an old rum store in Chippendale Sydney, Jung Sung is a contemporary take on traditional Korean flavours. Read their story on Townsquare

Behind The Counter at Polished Byron Bay

We took a peek into the day-to-day operations at Polished Byron Bay and you can find out all about their setup and how you can implement similar tools and strategies into your salon.

Talking Non-Toxic and Vegan Salons With Polished Byron Bay

We spent some time with Amy and the Polished Byron Bay team to talk about all things self-care, non-toxic products and business growth plans. Read the full chat on Townsquare.

Talking to a Familiar Stranger: How Hair and Beauty Salons Can Support Mental Health

We recently caught up with GoodTimes Barbershop in Adelaide to chat about the important work they are doing for both their customers and staff in the mental health space. Read more on Townsquare

How Sustainable Salons Are Changing the Hair Industry

Did you know its clippings can be made into hair booms, and large nylon stockings for soaking up oil spills? That’s just one of the innovations steering the hair and beauty industry towards a more sustainable future.

How Diverse Salons are Rewriting the Rules on Inclusivity

In Australia, the good news is that an increasing number of salons are taking action to create inclusive, safer spaces. Meet the Square Sellers moving ahead with diverse salons.

Meet the Visionary Businesses Launching Their Own Health and Beauty Courses

Offering online beauty education may have begun as a necessity but now it’s an integral part of business, leading to both financial and personal growth. We spoke with Square Sellers to learn more about how running beauty courses have boosted their brand.

From Bean to Cafe: How The Bearded Baristaa is Energising Its Customers – and it's Business

According to Khaled, when you’re trying to stay on top of inventory and payroll, nothing is more important than instant access to cash. That’s why Square instant transfers have been so helpful.

Perth Locals Changing Fashion Stigmas One Garment at a Time: Second Life Markets

Square recently collaborated with Second Life Markets at their first Sydney Market Event. Read our chat with Meg and Stella, plus sustainable shopping tips from stall holders.

Inside The Colourful World of Eastwood Aquarium

Sunnie and her husband, both qualified accountants, had always been marine aquarium hobbyists, living down the road from a run-down freshwater aquarium store. They took the leap from corporate workers to business owners and took over Eastwood Aquarium

Creating an Inclusive Salon With Kawada Hair Studio

Kawada Hair Studio is about equality, not only through our gender-neutral pricing but by creating equal boundaries between client and hairdresser. Read more on Townsquare

The Only Thing Better Than a Good Day is Good Days: Talking Omnichannel Selling With SA's Good Day

We recently visited South Australia’s Good Day to talk about food, retail and how Good Day Co has expanded across multiple channels.

Full to The Brim with Creative Niceness: Bringing Adelaide's Community Together with Summertown Studio

What does a coffee house, 1000 indoor plants, a pilates studio, co-working space, markets and live music all have in common? Summertown Studio. Read our full chat.

If You Are Thinking of Starting a Business, Just Do It: Barrowby Green

Swapping the early morning commute for early mornings in the greenhouse sounds like a dream, right? Read about Michael and Justine’s story on Townsquare.

How to Create an Evolving Brand Identity With Coffee In Common

Customers are searching for brands that are aligned with their values, that are transparent and offer a highly personalised experience. Read on to learn how to create an evolving brand identity.

What do Two Mates With a Love for Coffee Have in Common?

Is there anything better than sitting down with a friend, bonding over 90’s Japanese cars and your mutual love for coffee? Learn how Sean and Dos turned their common ground into a business.

How Emi Ceramics is Bringing Japanese Sensibility to Her Craft

Melody Emi Brunton initially discovered her fascination with ceramics at university. Little did she know it would turn into her own business.

5 Questions With Reece Hignell: Cakeboi

If you’re a fan of Australian MasterChef you will already know the face behind these pastel pink walls which ooze of cakey goodness. We visited Reece at Cakeboi’s Hamilton store (just outside of Newcastle) to talk baking, business and future plans.