ABOUT SOHO


Soho on Bourke is Tamworth’s elite Day Spa and Hair Bar. Delivering the highest quality in services and products.


Soho on Bourke: the leader in beauty and hair.

The Soho suite is located on the top floor on Bourke Street, offering a private world away from passers-by. When you enter you’ll be incensed by the glamour and the décor of the prestigious spa which offers eight suites that cater to all your beauty needs. Enter the stylish hair bar and feel as though you’ve just stepped off the streets in downtown Manhattan, New York. With award winning and affordable products combined with Soho’s unique look and style, you will soon feel at home and part of the family. Indulge in a coffee (or a sneaky wine) on us as you are pampered by leaders in the Beauty and Hair industry who are passionate about perfecting their craft.

 

 

 


our specialists

Anika

Anika chillingworth
owner / beauty therapy and hair

Anika is ecstatic to live out her dream and bring her expertise in beauty to Tamworth. The innovative, vibrant and stylish hair bar and unique beauty suites will have you floating down Bourke after your visit. Anika is passionate about making every experience special as you share in her dream and become part of the Soho family.

Anika has been a part of the Beauty Industry since 2004. Upon completion of a National and International Diploma at the Advanced School of Beauty Therapy in Newcastle, Anika pursued her passion for makeup. September 2016 saw Anika launch her own line, Anika Suzanne Skin Care & Cosmetics which you can find within the walls at Soho.

Performing in all areas of Beauty Therapy, completing her Apprenticeship in Hair and running a successful business is a demonstration of Anika’s drive to succeed and to bring joy and opportunity to others. The Chillingworth name is synonymous with integrity and success within the greater Tamworth region as Anika’s family have demonstrated their prowess in the business community for over a century. Anika is honoured to represent her family as she serves the community in bringing you, Soho on Bourke.

 

 

Charlie

Charlie Abra
Senior Stylist/Thai/Reiki Massage Therapist

Charlie started her hairdressing journey in 2000.
She enjoys expressing her creativity and uses hairdressing as an outlet to express herself. 
Charlie believes that being someone’s stylist isn’t just about the cut or colour;

“It’s an experience, and I try and bring out the energy and personality of a person through their hair.”
Charlie started taking part in national hair competitions, and won Senior Hairdresser of the year before going on to compete in the Oceanic Masters in Auckland, NZ. 
Through hairdressing, Charlie found a way to really connect with people and she strives to give them a truly personal and positive experience. 
“Getting your hair done is way more than just ‘getting your hair done”– its intimate and can affect your overall energy and self-confidence.”
You’ll also find Charlie in the Day Spa offering Thai Massage & Reiki services-a must to experience!

 

 

Paige

Paige Ockerby
Emerging Stylist/Makeup Artis

Paige joined the Soho crew this year as our Emerging Stylist & Makeup Artist. You need to see this talent!

Paige shows a flare and passion for the hair industry and has established herself in her field already, showing extensive growth in her training. 
Paige’s enthusiasm and beautiful, bubbly nature shines in the Hair Bar leaving clients comfortable, relaxed and pampered. 
Paige offers various treatments already such as Blowouts, Colour Work, Styling & her ever-growing, famous head massages are to die for!
Paige is also currently completing her Diploma in Makeup Artistry. Already showing a natural talent in this field as well, we are sure you are just going to love this girl as much as we do. 

 

 

Benny

Benny
Colourist and stylist in the hair bar. 

Benny has been with the Soho hair team on and off since 2017. 
Since starting his journey in Hairdressing in 2004, Benny has developed an eye for detail when it comes to creating beautiful hair and delivering results. 

Building relationships within the team and with the guests that come through the doors is how he creates a foundation to ensure beautiful hair is being delivered and everyone is having a relaxed, happy and professional time. 
Benny completed his training in Newcastle with DS HAIRDRESSING and moved through to Sydney and the central coast, where he focused his ability on being a colourist. Session training with the Kevin. Murphy Brand gave him a foundation and passion for styling and ensuring that each client's hair, is and will be left in the best condition while looking its best. Benny returned to Newcastle to work in barber shops and learn from skilled barbers to broaden his skills and put a little more edge to his repertoire. 
Bennys passionate about edgy, lived in and healthy hair that is tailored to the individual. 
He loves a good chat about mindset, pop culture and books but, most of all, bouncing off of the great personalities within the Soho walls and learning from each other about hair, beauty and life.