The Dude Hut barber had already worked nine hours on Thursday, but chose to work longer for free.

One-by-one the Border's homeless and disadvantaged sat down in the chair and, with some clippers and a bit of hair product, they were transformed.

But it wasn't just their hair which received a make-over - their confidence did too.

Mr Bourke said he hoped a simple haircut would show he cared and hopefully inspire people.

“I believe if you look good, you feel good,” he said.

“I have more than an hour to spare for people in need.

“It makes it all worth while when you see them walk off and they are happy.

“It’s good to even just have a conversation and hear their stories.”

Mr Bourke offered free haircuts alongside Carevan in the former Taxation Office car park on Kiewa Street.

One of the men was shy at first, but couldn't stop smiling and looking at his new hairstyle once he was done.

“One man told me about how he starts his day before 5am everyday and makes sure he has everything done,” Mr Bourke said.

“Another woman said how she catches the train from out-of-town to do her washing and shopping and stays at friends houses.

“It definitely makes me appreciate going home to a warm meal, a hot shower and a comfortable bed.

“It puts everything into perspective.”

Carevan Foundation receives no government funding and serves 350 meals a week to the Border's needy.

The foundation's chief executive Di Mant said the night was great for people's self esteem.

“For Josh to give up his time and initiate this himself is fabulous,” she said.

“Particularly with Christmas coming up, everyone wants to look neat and tidy.

“I think people were astounded it was free when I first told them.”

Mr Bourke said he hoped to be able to offer free haircuts for disadvantaged people every few months.

For more information on the Carevan Foudnation, visit www.carevan.com.au.