Carol Brown: We are all human at the end of the day

Carol Brown's wellbeing and coaching journey

We talk to Carol about her wellbeing and non-negotiables, as well as share her topics around coaching, leadership, human-centred workplaces, leading with empathy and inclusivity and the importance of work-life balance!

Dr Galia BarHava-Monteith: Cultivating upwards spirals

Galia BarHava-Monteith on her wellbeing journey

Our korero with Galia is jammed packed with topics about Upwards spirals, dealing with emotions, tools to help when challenges arise, troubles with travel and COVID-19, wellbeing as a holistic approach and much more!

Ngawai Hawera: The journey of identity

Ngawai Hawera talking about her wellbeing journey!

We talked to Ngawai about her passion for health and hauora! Ngawai is also strongly connected to her identity and we discuss the importance of using Te Reo Māori in her home! We kōrero about the transitions she endured, being adaptable and harnessing different mindsets to tackle whatever is thrown her way!

Dan Walker: Navigating life’s challenges with resilience and awesomeness

Dan Walker on his wellbeing journey

We are so grateful for this korero with Dan Walker about the journey he has been on not only personally, but with his whānau! Dan shares with us the impact cancer has had on his whānau and how important the cancer and Starship communities are. We also talk about Te whare tapa whā and the importance of holistic wellbeing, the power of karakia to connect to the day, and Dan’s identity journey to discover who he is!

Justeena-Jayme Leaf (Chickee): Not all superheroes wear capes

Justeena Leaf (Chickee) on her wellbeing journey and being a nurse during COVID

We had the absolute pleasure of talking to Justeena-Jayme Leaf also known as Chickee about her inspiring story and wellbeing journey. Chickee is a Nurse and we talk about her experience being on the frontline during the pandemic and the effect this had on her family. We also delve into about the power of people, supporting Māori whānau, and the importance of perspective!

Brodie Retallick: Balancing the game of life

Brodie Retallick and his wellbeing journey

We were fortunate enough to talk to All Blacks Legend Brodie Retallick about not only his experience being an All Black but what he does for his wellbeing to help him be the best version of himself! We talk about fixing cars, spending quality time with family, resilience and mental skills as well as living overseas!

David Galbraith: Embracing your authentic self

David Galbraith talks about unleashing your greatness on your wellbeing journey

David’s korero is jammed packed with goodness that’ll make your notebook full of brilliant takeaways to implement into your life! We talk about wellbeing, identity, courage, being your authentic self and MORE! We highly recommend this kōrero, make sure you take the time to watch it!

Will Hall: Community, charity and finding clarity

Will Hall and his wellbeing journey

A fabulous kōrero with Will about his wellbeing! We dive into why running has impacted Will so much and how the Park Run event has helped him get back into running! We also talk about following your dreams, connecting to where you are from and the Starship hospital cancer family community that supports each other!

How to Reconnect & Create a Comeback-Friendly Workplace

Life doesn’t stop when we step away from work—whether it’s for parental leave, bereavement, extended holidays, or a well-earned break. 

But coming back? That’s a transition that can feel overwhelming—not just for the individual, but for the whole team.

Our panel kōrero is all about making workplace comebacks smoother, more supportive, and less daunting. 

📅 Date: Thursday, 8th May
⏰ Time: 7:15 AM arrival & breakfast | 7:30 AM sharp start
📍 Location: ANZ Building, Grantham Street

Limited spaces available!