Dora
Clinic Cat (Certified Connoisseur of all the finer things in life )
Dora joined the team as an adult cat on her way to the shelter in 2013. She never made it out the door! If you ask her she will tell you she is the most spectacular feline specimen to every grace the earth with her presence (and as such she would appreciate more food and softer beds!). She is a pretty spectacular feline and we are so lucky to have found her. She certainly brightens up the day!
Her main hobbies are supervising her staff at the reception desk, sleeping and (most of all!) eating! She is ALWAYS up for a cuddle.
Dora
Clinic Cat
Dora joined the team as an adult cat on her way to the shelter in 2013. She never made it out the door! If you ask her she will tell you she is the most spectacular feline specimen to every grace the earth with her presence (and as such she would appreciate more food and softer beds!). She is a pretty spectacular feline and we are so lucky to have found her. She certainly brightens up the day!
Her main hobbies are supervising her staff at the reception desk, sleeping and (most of all!) eating! She is ALWAYS up for a cuddle.
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Carolyn Prentice
Veterinarian & Practice Owner (BVSc (Hons))
Member of:
- the Australian Veterinary Association,
- Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association,
- Australian Veterinary Boards Association,
- Australian Equine Veterinary Association (AEVB),
- Registered Hendra vaccinator
Three decades ago Carolyn came to work in Kilmore as a new graduate from the University of Melbourne. After traveling and working overseas Carolyn returned to the region because she loved the town and had always wanted to work here. She bought the Broadford Clinic from Malcolm Ware in 1997 and has been here ever since.
Carolyn’s main interests are in small animal medicine and surgery and Equine behavior. Her goal is to become a member of the Australian Veterinary Board of Behaviourists.
The thing Carolyn loves most about her job is the joy and happiness she can bring to people when she makes their pets well and being there for them when they have to make the hardest decisions. A lot of vets hate this part and she hates to see people sad, but having the capacity to end suffering and handle it with empathy, to be able to support them and make the process easier is her silver lining.
Carolyn has owned many pets and currently shares her life with two Cairn terriers (a mother/ daughter act) Lucy and Blondie, and two rescued cats, Boots (built for comfort) and Toffee (built for speed). She breeds and competes Warmbloods and she also runs a small beef herd on her Clonbinane property.
Carolyn Prentice
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
Member of:
- the Australian Veterinary Association,
- Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association,
- Australian Veterinary Boards Association,
- Australian Equine Veterinary Association (AEVB),
- Registered Hendra vaccinator
Three decades ago Carolyn came to work in Kilmore as a new graduate from the University of Melbourne. After traveling and working overseas Carolyn returned to the region because she loved the town and had always wanted to work here. She bought the Broadford Clinic from Malcolm Ware in 1997 and has been here ever since.
Carolyn’s main interests are in small animal medicine and surgery and Equine behavior. Her goal is to become a member of the Australian Veterinary Board of Behaviourists.
The thing Carolyn loves most about her job is the joy and happiness she can bring to people when she makes their pets well and being there for them when they have to make the hardest decisions. A lot of vets hate this part and she hates to see people sad, but having the capacity to end suffering and handle it with empathy, to be able to support them and make the process easier is her silver lining.
Carolyn has owned many pets and currently shares her life with two Cairn terriers (a mother/ daughter act) Lucy and Blondie, and two rescued cats, Boots (built for comfort) and Toffee (built for speed). She breeds and competes Warmbloods and she also runs a small beef herd on her Clonbinane property.
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Kelly Rogers
Senior Clinic Veterinarian (BVSc)
Kelly is a local who has worked in the area for a number of years. Kelly's a keen guinea pig lover and has a great affinity for pocket pets. Kelly's medical knowledge is phenomenal and is our go to medical guru.
Kelly shares her life with a human family, multiple horses, pet sheep, dogs, gunea pigs, rabbits and 2 cats.
Kelly Rogers
Senior Clinic Veterinarian
Kelly is a local who has worked in the area for a number of years. Kelly's a keen guinea pig lover and has a great affinity for pocket pets. Kelly's medical knowledge is phenomenal and is our go to medical guru.
Kelly shares her life with a human family, multiple horses, pet sheep, dogs, gunea pigs, rabbits and 2 cats.
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Stephanie Rowe
Veterinarian (DVM, Masters of Animal Science, Bachelor of Animal Science and Management (Hons 1))
Stephanie joined the team in March 2020. She is a recent graduate from Melbourne University, having been back to university in order to do the work she enjoys most- medicine. Having previously worked in the field of ruminant nutrition and research, Steph is particularly passionate about preventative health care and medicine.
Steph is a local having grown up in Kilmore and can be met in and around the clinic or out and about as she regularly competes on her horses. She shares her life with 2 big dogs, 3 horses and a cat.
Stephanie Rowe
Veterinarian
Stephanie joined the team in March 2020. She is a recent graduate from Melbourne University, having been back to university in order to do the work she enjoys most- medicine. Having previously worked in the field of ruminant nutrition and research, Steph is particularly passionate about preventative health care and medicine.
Steph is a local having grown up in Kilmore and can be met in and around the clinic or out and about as she regularly competes on her horses. She shares her life with 2 big dogs, 3 horses and a cat.
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Nyree Williams
Registered Veterinary Nurse & Practice Manager (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and Ecology (Hons))
Nyree began Veterinary Nursing in 2011.
Nyree’s favorite part of her job is the assortment of challenges it presents, forming bonds with her patients and sharing her passion for animals. Nyree has a keen interest in animal behaviour, anaesthesia and avian medicine.
Nyree currently shares her life with 2 dogs, a cat, a sassy Quaker parrot, budgies, chooks and horses.
Nyree Williams
Registered Veterinary Nurse & Practice Manager
Nyree began Veterinary Nursing in 2011.
Nyree’s favorite part of her job is the assortment of challenges it presents, forming bonds with her patients and sharing her passion for animals. Nyree has a keen interest in animal behaviour, anaesthesia and avian medicine.
Nyree currently shares her life with 2 dogs, a cat, a sassy Quaker parrot, budgies, chooks and horses.
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Maddie Brearley
Veterinary Nurse
Maddie joined the Cental Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She started nursing in 2015 starting out at Essendon Accident & Emergency. She knew veterinary nursing was the career for her as she has always had numerous pets and been passionate about their welfare.
Maddie loves being able to make a difference in a patient's life and getting to know their owners. It is one of her favorite things about being a veterinary nurse!
Maddie currently owns a border collie, 2 cats and 2 horses.
Maddie Brearley
Veterinary Nurse
Maddie joined the Cental Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She started nursing in 2015 starting out at Essendon Accident & Emergency. She knew veterinary nursing was the career for her as she has always had numerous pets and been passionate about their welfare.
Maddie loves being able to make a difference in a patient's life and getting to know their owners. It is one of her favorite things about being a veterinary nurse!
Maddie currently owns a border collie, 2 cats and 2 horses.
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Kay Whitecross
Senior Vet Nurse (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing)
Kay joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She has a number of years of nursing experience working in a range of practices from general practice clinics and veterinary hospitals to specialist equine practices. She is proudest of the fact that she hasn't lost her love of what she does.
Kay shares her life with 2 dogs and a horse but has owned many, varied pets over the years!
Kay Whitecross
Senior Vet Nurse
Kay joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She has a number of years of nursing experience working in a range of practices from general practice clinics and veterinary hospitals to specialist equine practices. She is proudest of the fact that she hasn't lost her love of what she does.
Kay shares her life with 2 dogs and a horse but has owned many, varied pets over the years!
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Nicole Harper
Registered Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV in Training & Assessment, DipVN Emergency and Critical Care, Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor in Animal and Veterinary Biosciences)
Nicole joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She started veterinary nursing in 2006 and has extensive experience in both general practice clinics and specialist emergency hospitals . She was drawn to this career because of her love of animals and her main goal is to ensure they get the best care possible.
Nicole Harper
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Nicole joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She started veterinary nursing in 2006 and has extensive experience in both general practice clinics and specialist emergency hospitals . She was drawn to this career because of her love of animals and her main goal is to ensure they get the best care possible.
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Kelsey Cook
Veterinary Nurse
Kelsey joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She has a number of years experience in mixed practice clinics before taking a break to pursue other career opportunities. She has happily come back to nursing and is loving being hands on with our patients and getting to know our clients.
Kelsey Cook
Veterinary Nurse
Kelsey joined the Central Highlands Veterinary team in 2019. She has a number of years experience in mixed practice clinics before taking a break to pursue other career opportunities. She has happily come back to nursing and is loving being hands on with our patients and getting to know our clients.
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Tara Goodwin
Veterinary Nurse (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing)
Tara has rejoined the team after taking a break from veterinary nursing to pursue other projects. We are so pleased to welcome Tara back to the clinic in 2021.
Tara loves all animals but has a particular soft spot for Border Collies.
Tara Goodwin
Veterinary Nurse
Tara has rejoined the team after taking a break from veterinary nursing to pursue other projects. We are so pleased to welcome Tara back to the clinic in 2021.
Tara loves all animals but has a particular soft spot for Border Collies.
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Jack Robinson
Veterinary Nurse
Jack is working at Central Highlands Veterinary Group casually while he completes his Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree (and doing a fantastic job at it too!).
When not studying he may be found working at the clinic on weekends and university holidays. Jack loves all aspects of veterinary medicine and is as excited to see a puppy as cattle and goats!
Jack Robinson
Veterinary Nurse
Jack is working at Central Highlands Veterinary Group casually while he completes his Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree (and doing a fantastic job at it too!).
When not studying he may be found working at the clinic on weekends and university holidays. Jack loves all aspects of veterinary medicine and is as excited to see a puppy as cattle and goats!
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