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Who we are

We’re your local hr partner.

Our name, eight73 consulting, has a story behind it.

The name was taken from the telephone prefix code (873) of the Otorohanga area, making it loud and clear that our focus is supporting local.  We partner with organisations to bring quality external support as a managed hr service.

our consultants

Nicki Raffills

  • I started working at eight73 Consulting in 2014
  • I moved from Auckland to Otorohanga in 2010 when I married Andrew
  • An avid cookbook collector – I love to try out challenging new recipes all the time
  • I am a mum, and a step mum to three awesome kids
  • I grew up in Whangaparaoa, near the beach – not a cow in sight
  • I love to go on holiday with my family, as often as I can
  • I am a chartered member of HRNZ
  • I am the current Chairperson of Waitomo Waipa Womens Refuge
  • I took over as owner of eight73 Consulting in April 2023

Connect with Nicki on LinkedIn today 

Sarah Ronaldson

Sarah Ronaldson
  • We own a sheep and beef farming operation in Piopio
  • I’m Dave’s wife and Millie and Hugo’s mummy
  • I recently joined the eight73 Consulting team after being at home with my children
  • In my downtime while I was at home, I created an online biz – @millieandhoogs
  • I have worked across recruitment and hr since gaining my Degree
  • Prior to having my children I worked with a local meat works in HR & Health & Safety
  • I’m a Gisborne girl

Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn today 

…best decision I made in dealing with a recent HR issue

Seeking advice from Nicki was the best decision I made in dealing with a recent HR issue. I felt confident I was complying with best practice and totally supported throughout the process. Can’t recommend eight73 highly enough!

Maria Bradshaw, Manager - Taupo Women's Refuge

… really easy to work with

I have worked closely with Nicki, she is really easy to work with and works with me closely when needed, makes herself available anytime, responds in a timely manner. I am absolutely comforted knowing I can flick of an email anytime with a question or more and she is all knowledgeable and ready. And absolutely affordable!

Frances Ferguson

It’s clear that the team at eight73 consulting really know their stuff

It’s clear that the team at eight73 consulting really know their stuff, and that takes the stress right out of the processes of job applications and interviews – for both employers and applicants. Thank you Kylie and team!

Molly McGrath, job seeker

A very professional approach and she understands our business needs

Nicki has assisted us in various different areas of hr and recruitment, always with successful outcomes. A very professional approach and she understands our business needs.

Charlotte Clapcott, Owner - Hopscotch Childcare Centre

…professional manner, can do attitude & attention to every detail

Thank you very much for your super efficient service. I am truly impressed with everything about eight73 consulting. In particular your professional manner, can do attitude & attention to every detail. You heard everything we needed and attended to it without any delay. I would not hesitate in recommending you.

Gretta Withers, Owner - River Run

Nicki is an absolute rockstar who provides excellent service in so many areas

We love using the team at eight73!!! Nicki is an absolute rockstar who provides excellent service in so many areas and love that we can support another local business in our community.

Adele Phillips, Owner - Pumpn

Nicki provides amazing service!!

Nicki provides amazing service!!

Niki Needham, everypennycounts