Wellbeing Warriors is a men’s group in the Hunter region, designed to support First Nations men aged 16 and above who live with mild to moderate mental health challenges. Created and led by Aboriginal staff at New Horizons, the program focuses on healing, connection, and practical skills through a community-led approach. Participants take part in hands-on activities, cultural learning, and wellbeing conversations, while building stronger links to services, community, and country.
Led by Ron Robinson and Uncle Greg Savin, the groups bring together cultural knowledge, practical skill-building, and mental health support in a safe, welcoming environment.
Participants learn through:
- Cultural craft and connection: making boomerangs, clap sticks, didgeridoos and coolamons
- Hands-on learning: using tools, guided by elders and mentors
- Community projects: such as creating possum boxes for local forestry
- Health and wellbeing programs: including 12-week healthy eating challenges
- Employment and life skills: partnerships with Aboriginal Employment Services and Acadiam
- Men’s behaviour change sessions: delivered inside correctional settings
Our dedicated team is highly trained in person-centred and trauma-informed care, ensuring every person
receives the right support in a safe and respectful way. Through ongoing training and a commitment to
excellence, our staff provide the consistent, high-quality care that families and participants can rely on.
The program connects participants with:
- Hunter New England Health
- NDIS and local support providers
- Aboriginal Employment Services and Acadiam (job pathways)
- Aboriginal Public Health Unit
- Drug and alcohol programs
- Local correctional facilities
These partnerships ensure participants receive wrap-around support that extends beyond the group setting, building confidence, independence, and long-term wellbeing.
Find out more about our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander initiatives or get in touch with our team.
Call us at: 1300 726 372