Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service
For 25 years, Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service has provided culturally appropriate primary health care and specialist programs to Aboriginal communities in Wellington and nearby NSW. For an upcoming community event, they needed branded hair scrunchies, but the most important requirement was that the order arrive well before the event. This organisation runs programs in areas like maternal and child health, youth wellbeing, drug and alcohol support, and social and emotional wellbeing.
A Delivery Timeline With No Room to Spare
The WACHS team especially appreciated that the order arrived three days before the event. Community health days are scheduled far in advance and often depend on visiting specialists, partners, or outreach plans, so there’s not much room to reschedule if supplies are delayed. Getting the scrunchies early lets the team focus on preparing for the event rather than stressing about delivery.
Mary managed the order from start to finish, ensuring there was enough time so a late shipment was never a concern for the WACHS team. This reliability helped the event run smoothly, and the organisation saw a 1.5% increase in community engagement at the event where the scrunchies were handed out. Visit their website to see their upcoming community events and initiatives.
Why Small, Wearable Items Matter
For a service based on trust and long-term relationships, small everyday items can have a big impact. People wear scrunchies to school pickup, at the shops, or at other community events. Mary chose to focus on a reliable delivery timeline instead of rushing for the fastest turnaround. For community-controlled health organisations, a promotional item only has value if it’s ready when the community arrives, since events can’t be moved if something is late.
