In the quaint town of Kurri Kurri in New South Wales, the Australian mullet is not just a hairstyle but a celebrated lifestyle — and a competition. And now, the country has officially crowned its winner for 'Mullet of the Year' at the fifth annual Mulletfest.
Competitors flaunted their tresses in styles ranging from the classic 'business at the front, party at the back', to more extreme and flamboyant mops.
The more diverse categories included 'Grubby', 'Extreme', and 'Ranga', ensuring a spot for every mullet enthusiast to shine and celebrating a niche for every nest.
Mitchell White took out the competition's highest honour, as well as also picking up the title for 'Best Everyday Mullet'.
"It takes everyday maintenance," said White, sharing his secret to maintaining the perfect mullet.
"Every day I wake up and I don't cut it off. Wash me hair every day, shampoo and conditioner three times a week, brush it when it's wet every day and just keep it going."
When asked about what particular shampoo he used, White said he kept it simple.
"Whatever's on sale at Woolies."
The judges' criteria went beyond mere length. They evaluated condition, style and bounce.
Among the winners were British GP Dr Alastair Bush, who snaked the top prize in the international category.
His 30cm-long locks, a result of hair growth during the Covid-19 lockdown, impressed the judges and the crowd alike.
For those who wanted to give it a go next year, White said to "just do it – take the step".
"You're not going to be a mullet champion without starting your mullet at the start. You just got to jump in and give it a go."
But it's more than just a showcase of extravagant heads.
The competition served a noble cause — raising funds for brain cancer research.
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