Harbison

Harbison Harbison is a community-owned, not-for-profit organisation in the Southern Highlands of NSW.

For over 65 years, we’ve supported people through every stage of life with trusted care, connection and wellbeing for all ages. Harbison is a community-owned not-for-profit approved aged care provider committed to safe and quality care services. We have two locations on the traditional lands of the Gundungarra people, at Moss Vale and Burradoo (Bowral), in the Southern Highlands of NSW. We offer t

he full range of care and lifestyle services to support older people as their needs change. This includes a range of aged care accommodation: specialised dementia care, respite care, residential care, home care, palliative care and NDIS. In 1956, Harbison was established in the Southern Highlands by a group of volunteers who recognised a high, local need for aged care services. After more than sixty years, we remain dedicated to serving the local community and are a thriving organisation, employing over 350 staff. We are proud of the history we have in this beautiful area and with the generations who live here. We truly believe we offer the best place to grow old in the Southern Highlands.

05/06/2026

🌏🌿 Today is World Environment Day, and we are always exploring new ways Harbison can continue building a more sustainable future for our community.

Recently, members of our team visited the impressive Burradoo Park Farm to gain inspiration and explore practical ways we can continue building a more sustainable future across our organisation and wider community.

The visit provided valuable insight into innovative and achievable sustainability practices, particularly within kitchen and food services. From meal preparation and kitchen gardens to reducing food waste and creating more mindful systems, the team returned with plenty of ideas to explore and develop further at Harbison.

These initiatives are not only about sustainability, they’re also about enhancing everyday life for our residents. Creating fresh, thoughtful food experiences, encouraging connection to gardens and nature, and finding smarter ways to care for our environment all contribute to a healthier, more enriching community for everyone.

We’re excited to see these ideas evolve into meaningful projects that support both our residents and the future of Harbison and the community 🌱

04/06/2026

❄️🏆 We're officially halfway through the Motiview Winter Championships!

The friendly competition is well underway!
With both staff and residents embracing the challenge, it's been wonderful to see everyone supporting one another, staying active, and having fun along the way.
A huge congratulations to our current resident and staff leaders, and good luck to everyone as we head into the second half of the competition. Keep those pedals turning! 🚴‍♀️💙

And we’re off! 🚴❄️ Yesterday marked the official beginning of the Motiview Winter Kick-off Competition, with residents a...
02/06/2026

And we’re off! 🚴❄️

Yesterday marked the official beginning of the Motiview Winter Kick-off Competition, with residents and staff coming together for a vibrant start filled team spirit!

During the competition we’ll be riding alongside teams from across Australia and our wonderful friends in Japan, taking part in a competition that’s about so much more than kilometres travelled. It’s about connection, motivation, wellbeing and the incredible sense of community built along the way.

Good luck to all participating teams, we can’t wait to see where the journey takes us! 🌏✨

28/05/2026

Last week our wonderful People & Culture team had the pleasure of attending the Oxley College careers day, connecting with students and sharing the many rewarding pathways within our industry.

From clinical and care roles to hospitality, administration, lifestyle, maintenance and beyond, it was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the wide variety of careers and growth opportunities available at Harbison.

It was great to see the students curiosity, questions and interest in learning more about the industry and how we do aged care differently.

At Harbison, we believe that supporting and investing in our staff through education, development and individual growth directly contributes to the exceptional care and experiences we provide for our residents every day.

Through initiatives such as our Harbison Leadership Development Program, we are committed to creating opportunities for our team to continue learning, growing and building meaningful careers within the sector.

Thank you to Oxley College for having us, we are proud to help inspire the next generation to consider a meaningful and fulfilling career in aged care 😎

Also in attendance were our partners UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia TAFE NSW Workplace Learning which was great to see!

Our talented chefs Aidan and Brooke recently joined our fantastic Catering Manager Justin at Foodservice Australia at th...
28/05/2026

Our talented chefs Aidan and Brooke recently joined our fantastic Catering Manager Justin at Foodservice Australia at the International Convention Centre Sydney 🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳

From exploring the latest innovations in hospitality technology to engaging in conversations around sustainability and discovering new products and equipment, the experience was a great opportunity for our catering team to stay ahead of the curve and continue bringing fresh ideas and quality dining experiences to Harbison 🍝🍽️

27/05/2026

Ready to ride this winter? ❄️🚲

We are inviting Motiview homes across Australia to join us for the Motiview Winter Kick-Off Competition, running from Monday the 1st to Sunday the 7th June

For 7 days, we’ll be riding together, building momentum, and competing against:

💙 Other Australian homes 🇦🇺
💙 Our friends in Japan 🇯🇵

Every kilometre counts and every ride brings energy, connection and a bit of healthy rivalry.

Register your team ➡️ https://motiview.com/en/winter-championship-australia-and-japan

25/05/2026

Last week, as part of Harbison’s Leadership Development Program, some of our team had the opportunity to visit the beautiful Maggie Beer Farm in Adelaide.

It was such a wonderful experience to spend time together as a team while learning from Maggie’s incredible story, passion, and approach to positive ageing, food, and connection.

One of the biggest takeaways from the visit was the reminder that meaningful mealtime experiences are about so much more than food. The ability to source fresh produce, cook with care, and share meals together creates connection, laughter, memories, and a real sense of community.

The day sparked valuable conversations and reflections around how we can continue enhancing wellbeing and quality of life for older people at Harbison through simple, meaningful moments that bring people together.

Thank you to Maggie and the team for your generosity and hospitality.
We left feeling inspired, energised, and full of ideas to bring back home to Harbison.

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As we continue to celebrate National Volunteer Week, we are proud to recognise the incredible people who generously give...
21/05/2026

As we continue to celebrate National Volunteer Week, we are proud to recognise the incredible people who generously give their time, energy and heart to our Harbison community.

Peter has been volunteering with Harbison for four years, supporting our Intergenerational Programs and building meaningful connections with residents, children and staff alike. Here’s what volunteering at Harbison means to him 💙

💬 “This is my fourth year of volunteering at Harbison. Each week I look forward to helping with the Intergenerational programs and in particular, catching up with residents.

My favourite part of the role? The people, the smiles and laughter and the special interactions between young and old. The residents are great fun, interesting, grateful and appreciative of all that you do.

The staff are terrific to work with, being inclusive and making you feel a valued member of the team.

I would encourage anybody who is interested to just join in, as you will certainly find volunteering at Harbison a very rewarding and positive experience. Just do it!”

Thank you, Peter, for your ongoing dedication and for the positivity you bring to our community each week 🫶 Volunteers like you help create moments of connection, belonging and joy across Harbison.

As part of National Volunteer Week, we are excited to shine a light on one of our newest volunteers, Bob! 🚲 Bob joins Ha...
19/05/2026

As part of National Volunteer Week, we are excited to shine a light on one of our newest volunteers, Bob! 🚲

Bob joins Harbison as our fully trained Cycling Without Age pilot 👨‍✈️, helping bring joy, fresh air and meaningful connection to our residents through our newest program. A keen cyclist who loves a good chat, this role couldn’t be more suited to him.

Every Tuesday at 9am, Bob will be taking residents on scenic rides around the beautiful Cecil Hoskins Reserve, giving them the chance to enjoy the outdoors, reminisce, connect and experience the simple pleasure of feeling the wind in their hair.

We are thrilled to have Bob on board as we officially get our Cycling Without Age program rolling. Thank you, Bob, for helping create moments of freedom, connection and joy for our residents. 💙

This week is National Volunteer week! From the earliest days of Harbison, volunteers have been at the heart of who we a...
17/05/2026

This week is National Volunteer week!

From the earliest days of Harbison, volunteers have been at the heart of who we are, 💙 helping to shape our journey as person-centred care provider and strengthen our connection to community support across the Southern Highlands.

What began with a small group of committed individuals in 1956 has grown into a lasting legacy, carried forward by generations who have generously given their time, energy, and care. Their belief in compassionate, high quality support has been central to Harbison’s ability to grow and adapt, and to the difference we continue to make in the lives of residents and families. It’s a powerful reminder of what community spirit can achieve over time.

Today, during National Volunteer Week, we pause to acknowledge and sincerely thank the volunteers who continue this tradition with us.

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Burradoo, NSW
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