
Charles Lomu
Sydney-based barber and youth worker who teaches young men barbering and mentorship; featured in this episode discussing his life from Tonga to Australia, periods of hardship, and community work.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 53min
Encore: The barber who helps boys become good men
Charles Lomu, a Sydney-based barber and youth worker from Tonga, shares his journey from island childhood to community mentor. He talks about his garage barbershop, the craft and meaning behind fades, using haircuts to build trust, his path through loss and detention, and training young men in skills and communication.


