About Us

We’re on your side

Human Resources is – by definition – a people business. And we’re people people!

As HR professionals, everything we do is aimed at supporting and empowering our clients to achieve success.

And we follow through with that aim outside the workplace, too. We support. We inspire. We empower.

At the bottom of this page, you’ll find testimonials from clients we are proud to have supported in achieving success in their respective fields.


Meet the team

Donna Morrison

Donna is qualified in Human Resources Management, Business Management and Practice Management, with more than 20 years’ experience in the mental health sector and the animal care industry. She is a qualified and experienced trainer, having written and facilitated workshops in team behaviour, leadership, and communication, providing a solid foundation on which to build your business and your teams. Donna is currently completing further qualifications as a Return-to-Work Coordinator and Mental Health Conversations for Leaders. She is a professional member of the Australian Human Resources Institute.


Dave Coughlan

Dave is a qualified, experienced and highly skilled IT consultant, supporting Harmonise HR clients with computer and infrastructure management, IT-related queries and undertaking all day-to-day tasks of running a busy and successful small business.

He has worked as a specialist IT specialist for over 20 years, supporting clients with IT set-ups for new centres, installing and managing network infrastructures, troubleshooting IT issues, and managing a busy helpdesk.

Dave is also working towards becoming a qualified and Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer. He worked with Donna for three years in the mental health sector, supporting complex HR cases when evidence was required from an IT perspective.


Kara Glover

We are thrilled to introduce Kara, who we are fortunate to welcome to the Harmonise HR team. Kara joins us as a highly experienced HR consultant, bringing over 25 years of expertise in Management and Human Resources. She will be supporting Dave and Donna with a wide range of HR-related matters, offering invaluable knowledge and insights.

Kara is passionate about lifelong learning and holds qualifications in Business Management, Management and Leadership, and Human Resources. She is currently completing her Training and Assessment qualification, which will be finalised in 2025. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, Kara is deeply committed to empowering leaders by simplifying their work environments and helping individuals find greater purpose and joy in their roles.

A long-time Hobart resident of over 20 years, Kara lives near the beach with her husband and three young children. She enjoys camping with friends, bike riding, and attending Pilates classes whenever her busy schedule allows. Originally from New South Wales, Kara has also lived in Queensland, Victoria, and New Zealand, but she now calls Tasmania home, drawn to its natural beauty, friendly community, and serene landscapes.

Kara will provide essential support during our busiest periods, assisting with case management, disciplinary matters, training, and broader HR initiatives. Her expertise will also enable us to prioritise our own well-being by taking breaks in 2025 and beyond, confident that our clients are in excellent hands.

What our clients say

This large and successful South Australian veterinary practice operates three clinics, providing a full range of services to pet and livestock owners. With a team of more than 20 people across the three locations, WAVS recently worked closely with Harmonise HR on all aspects of a significant strategy of structural change for the business.

Willunga & Aldinga Veterinary Services

Based in Pendle Hill NSW, the Great Western Animal Hospital is a top-class seven-vet practice with great facilities and a dedicated, compassionate team of animal lovers, committed to high-quality health care.

Great Western Animal Hospital

I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Dave and Donna from Harmonise HR for their exceptional work in developing a comprehensive Work Health and Safety (WHS) policy and procedures for Capital Veterinary Hospital. Their expertise and attention to detail have resulted in a policy that is not only thorough but also perfectly aligned with our operational needs.

The professionalism and dedication exhibited by Harmonise HR have significantly enhanced our workplace safety culture. I highly recommend their services to any organisation looking to strengthen their WHS policies and practices.

Thank you, Dave and Donna, for your outstanding support!

Capital Veterinary Hospital

At their home base in Melbourne, The Rabbit Doctors operate the world’s largest rabbit hospital. Their dedicated veterinarians have been providing a gold-standard service to patients and clients since 2013 and Harmonise HR is proud to support them in all HR matters.

The Rabbit Doctors

Maintaining a busy, happy and successful workplace demands a solid HR foundation. Harmonise HR has worked closely with the directors and management team of AHLG on a range of HR matters, including developing a staff handbook covering policies and procedures, preparing a workplace health & safety manual, writing position descriptions and running regular workshops and training in HR fundamentals.

Adelaide Hills Lawns and Gardens

The skilled and creative people at this successful Melbourne IT consultancy have used our HR services to provide advice on workplace policies, client contracts and contracts of employment, as well as assisting with end-to-end recruitment of a new IT professional.

ZBytte

Harmonise HR and the professional team at this Queensland orthodontics practice share a similar approach to business. We both aim to empower long term confidence in our clients – we both like to get to know the people we work with – and we both believe in developing tailored solutions.

Toowong Orthodontics