Core Health Consulting

Core Health Consulting Core Health Consulting helps to transform physical, mental & emotional wellness.

We work with individuals & workplaces to deliver engaging & effective courses, health promotion programs and consultation services including Mental Health First Aid Courses. If you’re looking for practical solutions to health, nutrition and fitness at work, you’ve come to the right place. At Core Health Consulting we have a range of health promotion programs to suit your business and budget – and

they work! Before founding Core Health Consulting in 2007, Tammy Farrell spent 10 years working in intensive care and cardiac cath labs as a registered nurse. Working in those environments it was clear that many people simply didn’t understand how their bodies worked. Patients were arriving in intensive care after months of suffering symptoms that could have been managed much earlier. After the sudden death of a friend Tammy quit nursing and began educating people and businesses about health and wellness. Since then we’ve helped thousands of employees take action, seek help and regain their health through a range of health promotion programs that really work. We are passionate about health and wellness education and would love to help your workplace become healthier too, so, give us a call today on 1300 663 062 and let Core Health Consulting help your workplace become fitter, healthier and more productive!

Some people read books on holidays. I read the room. (Even the safety hazards near by, hence the power line hanging fro...
16/06/2026

Some people read books on holidays. I read the room.

(Even the safety hazards near by, hence the power line hanging from the roof to the footpath whilst walking to the restaurant).

I do try to switch off. Truly. But after years in nursing, health education and workplace training, I still notice people.

The tired one doing all the heavy lifting.

The quiet one who has gone a bit flat.

The manager holding the team together with a smile that looks like it took effort.

The person who says, “All good,” when they are clearly not all good.

It shows up everywhere. Airports. Cafes. Hotels. Restaurants. Worksites.

And it matters.

Because in mining, construction and trades, people often keep pushing because the job needs doing, the crew is short and the pressure is normal.

But fatigue and pressure do not stay hidden forever.

They show up in mistakes, tension, shortcuts, withdrawal and inconsistent performance.

That is why I care so much about practical workplace training. Not lectures. Not box-ticking. Real support that helps people notice what is changing earlier and respond before things become harder to manage.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

Do you read the room too?

16/06/2026

Men’s Health Lunch this Friday!

Don't miss out on our 2026 Men’s Health Lunch. It's a wonderful opportunity to hear real talk, enjoy great company, and good food. With two expert speakers ready to bust the myths and break the stigma around men’s health, this is the perfect way to support our local men.

📅Date: June 19th
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📌Location: Morgan Engineering, 147 Maison Dieu Rd

With guest speakers:
🎤Dan Repacholi MP – Member for Hunter
🎤Tammy Howell from Core Health Consulting, author of ‘The Real Man’s Toolbox’.

🥓With a BBQ Lunch by the Singleton Men’s Shed.
In partnership with Morgan Engineering NSW

🔗Join us! http://tix.yt/mens-health-lunch-2026

You notice more when you slow down.I notice this when I’m walking, travelling, sitting quietly or stepping away from the...
14/06/2026

You notice more when you slow down.

I notice this when I’m walking, travelling, sitting quietly or stepping away from the noise for a minute.

When everything is moving fast, it is easy to miss what is right in front of you.

The same thing happens on site.

Leaders are busy. Deadlines are tight. The crew is stretched. Everyone is focused on keeping the job moving.

But the early warning signs are often there.

Someone gets quieter. Someone starts snapping. Someone who is usually reliable starts making mistakes. A good worker looks flat. A team that normally works well starts getting tense.

That is not always a “bad attitude”.

It can be fatigue. Pressure. Poor support. Unclear expectations. Psychosocial hazards building in the background.

Prevention starts with noticing what has changed before it becomes a bigger safety, performance or compliance issue.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

What changes are you noticing around you?

People don’t leave their real life at the gate.I have seen this for years through nursing, mental health education and w...
11/06/2026

People don’t leave their real life at the gate.

I have seen this for years through nursing, mental health education and workplace training.

Someone can look fine, have a laugh, get through the pre-start and still be running on very little sleep, stress, pain, worry or pressure they haven’t told anyone about.

That matters on site.

Because fatigue, pressure and poor support do not stay hidden forever. They can show up as mistakes, short tempers, poor decisions, shortcuts, disengagement and inconsistent performance.

This is why I care so much about early and practical support.

The kind that helps people recognise what is going on in their body, speak up earlier, support a mate and get the right help before things become harder to manage.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

Does this happen on your site?

My DMs are always open.

Yes, my dog also insists on this very important activity in our day, but I’ve come to depend on it myself…I've spent 10 ...
09/06/2026

Yes, my dog also insists on this very important activity in our day, but I’ve come to depend on it myself…

I've spent 10 years telling leaders that recovery isn't a reward for getting everything done. It's how you and your team keep getting things done.

I don't just train this. I walk the walk…literally!

(Don’t worry, I still drop the ball every now & then, but it has taken me to learn the hard way, to know why it’s a non-negotiable)

The walk helps me clear whatever's sitting from the day before, and organise whatever's coming next. It's where I regulate and recover so I can show up ready to conquer the tough stuff.

We all need this chance to recover, especially when performing in high-pressure environments.

Your team needs it too, and you’ll know if they aren’t getting it because tension will rise, morale will drop, and more mistakes will be made. Mental health and resilience training means more than compliance. It means supporting your crew so standards stay high and everyone can keep showing up the way they need to.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

Is your crew getting the recovery they need, or are things starting to slip on site?

Let me know.

Mental health issues will cost your business, but never arrive as one tidy invoice. That's why they are the easiest cost...
07/06/2026

Mental health issues will cost your business, but never arrive as one tidy invoice. That's why they are the easiest cost to miss.

Most often, you’ll pay the price in the form of turnover, backfill, stand-downs, fatigue near-misses, and workers' comp claims that sit open for over a year.

That’s five different line items with one root cause sitting underneath all of them. None of it filed under "mental health," but all avoidable through proper training.

If you're a WHS lead, ops manager, or owner running this tally in the back of your mind - now's the time to make on-site mental health a priority.

Mental Health First Aid 2026 course dates still available:

FULL COURSES
JUN 22 - 23
AUG 17 - 18
OCT 19 - 20

REFRESHER COURSES
JUN 4
AUG 10
OCT 21
DEC 3

Resilience isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about knowing your edge before you hit it, and dealing with issue...
04/06/2026

Resilience isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about knowing your edge before you hit it, and dealing with issues now before they cost you down the line.

To do this, your crew needs to know the questions you ask when someone's gone quiet. They need to know they can talk about issues they’re having before they become a crisis.

The leaders I work with who've sorted this haven’t found more hours, but they have stopped losing them in the first place.

In reality, you’ll spend those hours either way. Avoiding training just moves the cost from the classroom into stand-downs, backfill, and incident reports instead.

If your crew is running on fumes and you know something's got to shift, the time to book is now (not after the next incident).

RESILIENCE FIRST AID - 2026 COURSE DATES:

July: 20 - 21
September: 21 - 22
November: 16 - 17

02/06/2026

When employees are unwell, exhausted, or stressed, performance and safety take a hit. Under today’s WHS Code of Practice, leaders have a clear duty to address psychosocial hazards like fatigue, stress and low support... not just tick the box with an EAP.

That’s where Core Health Consulting helps.

We deliver Mental Health First Aid training, fatigue management programs, resilience training and tailored wellbeing sessions that give workers the knowledge and confidence to look after themselves and their mates.

Leaders gain practical tools to prevent risks, strengthen teams, and meet compliance obligations with confidence.

For us, success is more than information shared.

It’s when knowledge turns into action: workers speak up early, colleagues support each other, and businesses see lasting results in safety, culture, and productivity.

What’s one step your workplace has taken to improve health at work?

“Men’s health will never be a thing.” I remember getting told that early in my career. But the data tells a different st...
31/05/2026

“Men’s health will never be a thing.” I remember getting told that early in my career. But the data tells a different story.

In Australia, men make up over 90% of workplace fatalities (Safe Work Australia). Three out of four suicides in Australia are men, and it remains the leading cause of death for men aged 15–44 (Australian Bureau of Statistics).

Men are also far less likely to seek help early, with significantly lower use of mental health services and a tendency to delay support until symptoms are severe (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).

The numbers speak for themselves: men’s health matters.

If your workforce is mostly men (mining, construction, trades) this sits directly with you.

Resilience training gives your team the ability to recognise pressure early and stay consistent under load. Mental Health First Aid training gives your leaders a clear way to step in before things escalate.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

Ready to build a more resilient, safer team?

Mental Health First Aid – Full Courses (2 days):
- Jun 29-30
- Aug 17–18
- Oct 19–20

Refresher Courses (1 day):
- Jun 4
- Aug 10
- Oct 21
- Dec 3

Reach out to register.

“Men’s health will never be a thing.” I remember getting told that early in my career. But the data tells a different st...
31/05/2026

“Men’s health will never be a thing.” I remember getting told that early in my career. But the data tells a different story.

In Australia, men make up over 90% of workplace fatalities (Safe Work Australia). Three out of four suicides in Australia are men, and it remains the leading cause of death for men aged 15–44 (Australian Bureau of Statistics).

Men are also far less likely to seek help early, with significantly lower use of mental health services and a tendency to delay support until symptoms are severe (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).

The numbers speak for themselves: men’s health matters.

If your workforce is mostly men (mining, construction, trades) this sits directly with you.

Resilience training Australia gives your team the ability to recognise pressure early and stay consistent under load. Mental Health First Aid training gives your leaders a clear way to step in before things escalate.

I’m Tammy Howell, registered nurse, mental health and resilience trainer and founder of Core Health Consulting. I help Australian businesses in mining, construction and trades support safe, compliant and productive teams at work.

Ready to build a more resilient, safer team?

Mental Health First Aid – Full Courses (2 days):
- Jun 22–23
- Aug 17–18
- Oct 19–20

Refresher Courses (1 day):
- Jun 4
- Aug 10
- Oct 21
- Dec 3

Reach out to register.

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