HRS Occupational Health & Wellness

26/03/2026

I can confirm I am not the most philosophical of gals… however as March nears an end it marks a whole 12 months of operating as HRS and working with my first businesses. It also conicides with being asked to share a reflective piece for the Fonterra Health and Wellbeing team as they reach their milestone of 10 years as a national team, and despite my youth I happened to be there right from the start… 😉

The role of Occupational Health has morphed so much in those 10 years. It’s moved from being what felt like pure compliance and risk management to being a true position of privilege. From helping teams, businesses, individuals thrive or helping navigate just being a human who needs to ride the bumps to show up. It’s soo much more than just ticking the annual checklist and I am so here for that journey.

A giant thanks to those who have already trusted me with their teams health, wellness & workplace journeys. I truely hope I can make a small positive difference from a humble office here in Hawera!

Here’s to the next 12 months!

13/03/2026

Thank god I took my ute and not the beetle to a worksite today! The most iconic scenery out the back of Papaiti not to mention working with absolutely awesome forestry crew! Sure you get to meet some fab people doing fab things in my travels!

09/03/2026

WorkSafe has issued a report card showing the horticulture industry could do better when it comes to managing hazardous substances and machinery safety, particularly around power take-off (PTO) shafts on tractors.

22/02/2026

Currently working on my Beyond the Health Check info evening.... want to know a bit more about what this could all be about? RSVP to sarah@hrsoccupationalhealthandwellness.co.nz and come join the convo

16/02/2026

Need a wee reminder on respirator use? This is a fab wee reminder.

Are you and your staff up to date with your fit testing??? If not we are able to help!!!

09/02/2026

While it sure has been a fair while since I wore scrubs and handled a vaccination... there might be some similarities...

04/02/2026

Rural Support Taranaki has joined forces to hold yet another event to aid in strengthening our rural communities. Check out the latest event to add some more tools to the toolbox in supporting not only family but your employees and colleagues....

29/01/2026

UPDATE (2 February)- The temporary water restrictions for Hāwera, Okaiawa, Ōhawe, Normanby and the Kapuni area are now LIFTED. The technical issues at the water treatment plant have been fixed. Thanks for your efforts to conserve water use.

Kia ora everyone,

Due to a technical issue at the Kapuni Water Treatment Plant, water supply is currently limited. As a result, we are asking all residents on council water supply in Hāwera, Okaiawa, Ōhawe, Normanby and the Kapuni area to conserve water immediately.

The issue means the plant is temporarily unable to meet usual levels of demand at this time.

Please avoid all non-essential water use, such as car washing, garden watering or hosing, and similar activities, until further notice.

Reducing water use now will help ensure supply is available for essential needs across our community.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

22/01/2026

Curious how HRS can boost your workplace, your team, and your industry? Join us for after work nibbles and pick up some quick, practical tips on adding real value to your health, safety and wellness programs

RSVP to sarah@hrsoccupationalwellness.co.nz

13/01/2026

07/01/2026

Annndd... we are back for 2026!

Are you a small business and you're not sure what health monitoring means to you- here's a WorkSafe New Zealand quick read and as always- I am available to chat through how a health monitoring program could benefit your staff and your business!

Your workers’ health is important. Monitoring can be used to effectively manage health risks to your workers that arise from your work.

29/12/2025

Well… what a year it’s been! Can I say we had a blast in our first year of business? Not exactly. Was it easy? Definitely not. Was it the perfect time to launch a small business startup? Nope. Can confirm there have been sleepless nights and lots of tears...

But, what I can say is that it has been an absolute epic adventure working alongside incredible teams across South Taranaki and Whanganui. I’ve had amazing learning experiences getting to understand different professions and industry requirements and what makes our regions tick! I can't thank those business's that gave me a chance this year enough for the trust!

While it’s been a challenging year, we’re not ready to call it quits. Our services have grown throughout the year, most recently adding fit testing and I’m working on an exciting regular HRS - Healthy Roads to Safety Program. This is exactly where I want to see HRS heading. The goal is to encourage businesses of all sizes access regular health, safety and people support, not just a once-a-year check-in. So, watch this space… or get in touch to find out more!

I’ll be back in the office early in the new year. Until then, stay safe and have fun!

And if you have managed to read this far down- pop a like or a share of our page to anyone you think may be interested in boosting their team's overall health and safety program... All the 'clicks' really help a small business like ours grow!