Our Story
Founded in 1996, Raglan Herbal Dispensary began with a heartfelt mission to make herbal medicine accessible and support people on their journey to better health. What started as a small clinic has grown into a trusted natural health destination, serving both the Raglan community and customers throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
In 2021, after twenty five years at the helm, founder Bronwyn passed the reins to Naturopath and Medical Herbalist Natalie Jacques, who shares the same deep commitment to holistic wellbeing. Natalie first joined the team in 2014, drawn not only by Raglan’s waves, but by its vibrant community and shared values around natural health. With her roots in clinical practice and a love for herbal medicine, she is proud to continue the Dispensary’s legacy into the future.
At the heart of what makes us unique is our own range of handcrafted herbal teas, tonics and creams, each one made on site with care and intention. We believe in empowering you to take charge of your health through professional guidance, personalised support and products that honour the healing power of nature.
Our experienced team offers expert advice, practitioner only supplements and a carefully curated range of organic and spray free foods — everything you need to support a healthier, more balanced life.
Whether you are a local or just passing through, we look forward to welcoming you. And with our growing online store, we are excited to help more people across the country discover natural options to support wellbeing, wherever you are on your health journey.
Natalie Jacques
Meet The Team
Our friendly staff are skilled and passionate about the fields of natural health, beauty, nutrition, yoga, and wholefoods.
Natalie is a familiar face at The Herbal Dispensary, having worked here as a Naturopath many years ago. She returned in 2021 as the new owner, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in Health & Natural Medicine.
As the owner, Natalie is passionate about supporting the Raglan community and the rest of New Zealand with trusted natural health solutions. She is dedicated to honoring the Dispensary’s legacy while driving its growth and evolving its offerings to meet the needs of all who seek support. Natalie is available to help in-store or by appointment.
Outside of work, Natalie keeps an active lifestyle and spends her time surfing, or doing yoga, and Pilates
Jocelyn is our in-house yogi and food lover! She has lived in Raglan for the past 17 years and is known too many in the community. Jocelyn is one of the key curators of your beautiful weekly vegeboxes! Jocelyn keeps busy by teaching yoga at the Raglan Yoga Loft a couple of times a week, and outside of this and work, enjoys tending to her garden, riding about town on her bike, and relaxing in her beautiful home!
Olivia started working at the Herbal Dispensary when she was only 18, and over the many years since has never left us, despite spending time in Hawaii and Europe and starting studying a Bachelor of Poutū-manahau Population Health! Currently working part-time, when not whipping up the best juices in town for us or writing assignments, she loves the ocean, photography, & a good boogie!
Victoria is a Naturopath and Medical Herbalist, a lover of natural medicine and the ocean and earth. With a love of travel and exploration, she finds herself chasing waves, being in nature or relaxing with a good book.
Hello, I’m Monique — but you can call me Mon. I moved to Raglan in 2020 and have absolutely fallen in love with the lifestyle and sense of community here. I studied Sports Health at university and then took some years off to explore new experiences and directions. Since starting work at The Herbal Dispensary, my passion for health and wellbeing has been reignited. I’m really enjoying being part of a team of inspiring women who bring such a wide range of knowledge and expertise to the field. I look forward to meeting you when you pop into the store!
Hello, I'm Rebecca, I’m a Dance Movement Therapist and Doula, passionate about holistic health and the way plants can support our overall wellbeing. I bring joy and creativity into everything I do. Originally from Hawkes Bay, I’m now based in Raglan and feel grateful to support people through movement, birth, and meaningful connection.
The Dispensary
Welcome to the heart of our store, where nature, knowledge and care come together. Our herbal dispensary is brimming with beautiful plant medicines, natural supplements and therapeutic products chosen for their purity and proven benefit.
Every day, our qualified Naturopaths and Medical Herbalists are here to offer advice, answer questions and create personalised herbal tonics while you wait. Whether you are seeking support for energy, sleep, hormones or general wellbeing, you will find down to earth guidance and genuine expertise.
Our much loved range of teas, tonics, creams and balms are all handmade on site. Many of these blends have been refined over more than twenty years and continue to support our community with care and consistency.
For deeper support, explore The Clinic for one on one consultations and practitioner only products, or book an appointment to begin your wellness journey with us.