Harvesting Health Event (HHE) - A Rural Wellbeing Day

Name: Harvesting Health Event (HHE) - A Rural Wellbeing Day
Start: 2026-08-13T10:00:00+10:00
End: 2026-08-13T10:00:00+10:00
Location: The Gunbower Butter Factory

About

Join us for a day dedicated to the health, wellbeing and resilience of our rural and regional communities.

HHE brings together health professionals, industry experts and inspiring speakers for a practical, informative and engaging event designed to help you invest in your health, your future and your family.

Your Ticket includes:

Complimentary Lunch & Coffee
Take the time to relax, connect and enjoy a delicious complementary lunch and barista-made coffee while catching up with friends, neighbours and fellow community members. Rural life is busy, and HHE is designed to provide not only valuable health information but also the opportunity to connect with others in a welcoming environment.

Inspiring Speakers & Expert Panel Discussions

Hear from Warren Davies - The Unbreakable Farmer, one of Australia's leading rural mental health advocates, as he shares his powerful story of resilience, recovery and hope.

The day will be hosted by our MC Matt O'Connor from Elders Echuca.

You'll also gain valuable insights from a panel of guest speakers discussing topics that matter most to rural families and businesses, including:
* Succession Planning
* Financial Planning
* Mental Health & Wellbeing
* Building Resilience
* Planning for the Future

Comprehensive Health Checks

Attendees will have the opportunity to schedule a private appointment with qualified nurses from Echuca Regional Health and Lockington District Bush Nursing Centre for a comprehensive health assessment designed to identify key risk factors and support long-term wellbeing.

From diabetes and cardiovascular risk to mental health and lifestyle habits, these assessments provide valuable insights to help you take charge of your health and stay ahead of chronic health conditions.

Included in each Health Check:
* BMI Calculation
* Blood pressure measurement
* Mental health assessment
* AUSDRISK diabetes risk assessment and referral to the Life! Program (where appropriate)
* Lifestyle questionnaire covering diet, physical activity, sleep, smoking/vaping and alcohol consumption
* Recommendations for relevant health screening tests
* Optional referrals to support pathways as appropriate

Participants will receive personalised feedback, practical advice and guidance to support their ongoing health journey.

Skin Checks

Professional skin checks will be available throughout the day, conducted by Molescan Australia, helping attendees identify potential skin concerns and encouraging early detection.

** PLEASE NOTE - If you select to have a health screen or skin check appointment on the day, you will be contacted by one of the above organisations to pre-fill your personal information and to book a time with them directly. Your name, phone number and email address will be provided to them to make contact with you directly. This information is private and will remain private the same as any other medical record. By selecting the health screen or skin check options, you give permission to HHE to pass on your contact details to the appropriate organisation to facilitate these health checks.

Why attend?

Whether you're a farmer, business owner, partner, family member, retiree or community member, HHE offers practical health information, expert advice, meaningful conversations and valuable connections in a welcoming setting.

Take a day out of the paddock, workshop, office or home and invest in the most important asset you have - your health and wellbeing.

Best of all, attendance is completely FREE thanks to the support of our sponsors and community partners.

Places are limited, so register today and join us for a day or health, connection and community at HHE 2026.

This event is proudly sponsored by: The Thomson Family, National Centre For Farmer Health, Elders Echuca, Coolabah Turf, Morrison & Sawers Lawyers, Moama Bakery, McLean Farms, Rich Glen, The Gunbower Butter Factory & Zoe's Little Flower Farm.