About HR Haven
At The HR Haven, we believe teams should be a source of energy, not exhaustion. We help businesses, community organisations and sporting clubs strengthen leadership, build culture and create workplaces people want to be part of. From local gyms and clinics to not-for-profits and public or private sector organisations, our clients all share one goal: to feel more confident leading people and enjoy the ease of a well-connected team.
We work with clients across Albury-Wodonga, Wangaratta, Wagga Wagga, the Riverina, North East Victoria and beyond, supporting teams in person and online. Our approach is grounded in real experience, delivered with care and practicality. No dusty handbooks or generic slides, just useful tools and honest conversations that build shared values, strong culture and better workplaces.
Many leaders are capable in their trade or profession, but haven’t been shown how to manage people or handle team dynamics. When time is tight, learning and development tends to fall to the bottom of the list.
That’s where we come in.
We help ease the growing pains that appear as teams evolve, the small cracks in communication, culture or leadership that drain energy if left unaddressed. We also help prevent problems before they start by giving teams tools, clarity and practical support they can use straight away.
Because when teams click and leadership feels supported, everything flows better.
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The HR Haven works with organisations, businesses, and community groups that have five or more people. This includes:
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Small businesses and family businesses
Not-for-profits and community organisations
Corporate and government teams
Sporting clubs, community organisations, boards and committees
Gyms, salons, agriculture and more.
Whether you're growing quickly, navigating change, or just want to feel more confident leading people, you're in the right place.
At The HR Haven, we don’t do cookie-cutter templates or fluff. Every conversation, session and solution is tailored to how your people actually work and communicate. We blend HR expertise with leadership development in a way that’s clear, calm and a little bit fun.
Whether you’re dealing with team tension, unclear policies or under confident leaders, we make the people part of business feel simpler, and more enjoyable.
of clients say they feel more confident managing their team after just one session.
tailored support, no off-the-shelf workshops or cookie-cutter advice.
is all it takes to get started with a free, no-pressure consult.
Hi, I’m Victoria, the human behind The HR Haven.
Mum of two, rescue dog enthusiast, and firm believer that leadership can be powerful, joyful and even a little fun.
Originally from Belfast, I studied Business at Trinity College Dublin before following winters as a ski instructor around the world. An Aussie boy brought me to Albury-Wodonga in 2009, and I’ve been here ever since.
With 15+ years in HR, recruitment and organisational development, I’ve seen brilliant people weighed down by unclear expectations and clunky team dynamics. I started The HR Haven to change that, offering practical, grounded support that helps leaders and teams thrive, not just survive.
Testimonials
We absolutely loved the power DiSC session Vic delivered for our club leaders. It was fun, insightful and gave our leaders practical ideas they could take back to their committees to help things run more smoothly.
Program Leader
DUSA (Deakin University Student Association)
The DISC session with Vic was so much fun. We had plenty of laughs, learned things about each other that just made sense, and walked away with practical tools we can use — not just to improve how we communicate as a team, but also how we connect with clients and show up in our marketing.
Business Owner
Skinsational Cosmetic Nursing
Vic’s training on difficult conversations was a game changer. I finally understood why I’d been avoiding them and walked away with the tools and confidence to tackle them. The shift in our team was immediate and I know I’m ready for the next one.
Salon Owner
Albury
The mindset session Vic hosted as part of my mastermind group was absolutely fabulous. She’s such an engaging speaker and shared real tools we could take away and use straight away. The glass balls versus plastic balls concept was especially insightful — it gave me so much clarity and something I can really implement in my life and business.
Mastermind Host
Jen Moore Holistic Wellness
If you’re ready to improve your team culture, grow confident leaders or finally get your HR sorted, I’d love to chat.
The HR Haven acknowledges the Wiradjuri people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples.
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