Kylie joined the Racecourse Road Veterinary clinic team in 2020. She has dedicated almost her entire life (32 years) to the veterinary industry. During this time she's had experience in the fields of general practice, specialist dermatology, emergency, critical care and equine nursing, as well as practice management.

Kylie loves working with animals and people alike to achieve the best outcomes for their long term health and well-being with their families. It is always at the forefront of her mind, and is her main priority to care for our clients, patients and staff at Racecourse Road. 

Outside of work Kylie has a farm in upper Pakenham where she has chickens, cats, dogs, horses & miniature ponies. She is an avid horse lover, and in her spare time she loves riding her horse Rosie.

Kim joined the Racecourse Road Vet team in 2021 as part of our reception team. Kim has worked in the corporate world as an Executive Assistant and Recruitment Consultant for many years.

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After a career break to look after her two boys, Charlie and Jasper, Kim wanted a part-time role where she could combine her love of people and animals. Since rejoining the workforce, she is loving being part of a great team again.

Kim spends her spare time with her family on their hobby farm in the hills. She has two very excitable border collies called Lilah and Lucy, two miniature steers called Hugo and Steve, and two horses called Bindi and Heidi.

Laura joined Racecourse Road Veterinary Clinic in 2018. From a very young age she has always loved caring for and being surrounded by animals, and began her career as a veterinary nurse in 2015.

Laura enjoys working in all areas of the clinic, but especially likes putting her nursing skills into practice with surgical procedures and medical cases. She also enjoys furthering her knowledge and education inside and outside of work, to ensure that the patients and clients of the clinic are receiving the best quality of care from her and her coworkers.

Outside of work, Laura likes travelling and exploring new places, fostering pets, pet sitting, playing video games, renovating/DIY, and spending time with her friends, family and fur babies.
Laura and her partner have five cats (that are their world); Gnarla, Ruby, Amber, Gizmo & Billy, a dog; Sheila, and a flock of chickens that keep them busy. 

After nearly 20 years in the Aged Care sector, Lois joined our wonderful Reception team. She loves working with people and has always wanted to work with animals, so when the opportunity arose to combine these 2 aspects as a Vet Receptionist, she took a leap of faith and took the bull by the horns! The rest is history and she is loving her role in helping our furry clients and their human guardians! Lois has 2 grown up sons and shares her household with many rescue animals: 2 dogs Molly and Harvey; 2 cats Oscar and Hunter; a goldfish Mr Googly; 2 goats Pippy and Josh; 3 sheep Polly, Waffles and Snickers, and 2 calves Winston and Duggie! When Lois is not working she enjoys catching up with family and friends, good vegan food, spending time with her animal companions, energy work, Tai Chi, Tai Chi Sword and reading about the great mysteries of the universe!

Frances started working with the Racecourse Road Veterinary Clinic team in October 2021 after changing career paths and following her passion in becoming a veterinary nurse.

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Frances enjoys the challenges of working within a busy general practice with high standards. There is always room to grow and no two days are alike, which she enjoys.

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In her spare time she loves spending time with her two children, training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, reading and nature.

Natalie started veterinary nursing in 2001 and joined the clinic in 2019, bringing with her a calm presence and a wonderful sense of fun!

She enjoys every aspect of nursing and has always worked in general practice. She believes every corner of the clinic is important, from the client service to the care of each and every animal.

At home Natalie has a busy family life with partner Dylan and three girls, Violet, Aubrey and Rosalie. They are also joined by two cats, Pudding and Sooty, and many, many turtles.

Kat has been working in the veterinary industry since 2001, and after all this time still loves meeting all the beautiful pets we see. The veterinary clinic is Kat's happy place!

Kat loves all creatures great and small, and currently lives with her wonderful dog Audrey, and her cheeky cat Jubal.

Kat even used to have a pet pig, affectionately named Kevin Bacon.

Leonie has been a veterinary nurse since 2018 and joined Racecourse Road Veterinary clinic in 2021.

Leonie enjoys the variety of reception and nursing, and is happy to be part of such a busy general practice. 

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She loves the challenges of looking after different animals in the clinic, and has a soft spot for Labradors.

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When Leonie isn't working, she spends time with her family, gardening, and is also a big sports fan, especially tennis! Leonie also has a very spoilt ragdoll at home called Belle.

Shannon began her nursing career  in 2016 while completing her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She has worked in the industry ever since and can't imagine doing anything else.​ She has always wanted to work with animals and has always been passionate about animal care and their welfare. ​

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Outside of work Shannon enjoys going to the gym and being active, live music, reading and spending time with her family which includes her husband, daughter and fur kids; Lando the greyhound X and Percy and Ziggy her two rescue cats. 

Helping animals and people is a real passion of Mels. Mel says she has found her place working with the amazing team at Racecourse Road Veterinary Clinic. 

Outside of work, Mel loves spending time with her four kids and her gorgeous Shepherds. 

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Mel is currently completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, and is looking forward to this allowing her to help animals and their owners even more.

Zoe completed her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2023. 

She has always loved animals since she was a young girl, so she feels like she is right where she belongs.

Zoe loves caring for each animal like its her own and making sure each patient is as comfortable as possible.
 

When Zoe's not in the clinic she loves travelling around the world, getting coffee or eating out, and at home she’s kept busy with her gorgeous Miniature Dachshunds Walter & Sadie.

Sandy joined the Racecourse Road Veterinary Clinic team in November 2024. You'll most often find her at the front desk, greeting clients with a warm smile.

She has a genuine love for animals, and enjoys building connections with clients, ensuring every visit runs smoothly from the moment they walk through the door. 

Outside of the clinic, Sandy adores spending time with her cat, Buttar, along with friends and family.

She is passionate about health and fitness and is currently focused on her studies.

Sandy feels incredibly grateful to be a part of the Racecourse Road Vets family.

Steph discovered her love for veterinary nursing in her final years of high school and hasn't looked back since.

She completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2024 and joined the Racecourse Road team in 2025, and especially enjoys surgery.

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Outside of work, she loves pilates, travelling, and spending time with her Aussie Shepherds.

Tylah is a vibrant 22-year-old with an unwavering passion for all creatures great and small. With hobbies ranging from gym workouts to horseback riding. As a dedicated horse rider and avid camper, she finds joy in exploring the outdoors with her beloved German Shepherd and quarter horse. With a menagerie of other pets at home including cats, lizards, snakes, tarantulas, and rabbits.

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Tylah's bubbly personality and strong compassion for animals makes her a valuable member of the Racecourse Road Vet Clinic team.
 

A new addition! ...Stay tuned to learn more about Shahira!

A new addition! ...Stay tuned to learn more about Katie!

Charli has wanted to become a Veterinary Nurse since she was five years old, driven by a deep commitment for advocating for animals. She has always been a dedicated, hands-on person who puts genuine time and effort into meeting animals needs.

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Before pursuing Veterinary Nursing, Charli worked on a dairy farm, and now lives on a 70-acre farm, and is actively involved in the daily care and management of a wide range of animals, including 70 Angus beef cattle, six sheep, seven chickens, one rooster, and a hand-reared Friesian X Angus cow named Bindi.

Charli also cares for her two much-loved cavoodles, Louie and Lexi.

After a career change in 2023, Jess decided to follow the animal care path and is very glad she did.

Having completed her Certificate II in Animal care in 2025, she is very excited about starting her career in the animal industry.

Jess is very passionate about ensuring that all the animals who come into Racecourse Road Vets receive the same love, care and attention that she would expect for her own much beloved pets. You'll often find her offering your pet a treat (or two) when they come in.

Outside of the clinic Jess enjoys puzzles, Lego, creative projects, reading a good book and caring for all requests and whims of her two gorgeous tabby cats Zara and Zena.

A new addition! ...Stay tuned to learn more about Tiarni!

Working with animals, especially in a vet clinic, has always been Silvia's dream since she was a little girl, and she is beyond excited to start this journey now by working with the team at Racecourse Road Vets!

Silvia whole heartedly loves animals, and began her journey into the animal industry through pet sitting in her free time in 2024. She still pet sits, but her aspiration is to become a vet nurse, and has started working towards this by completing her certificate II in animal care in 2025, and is very excitedly awaiting to start her studies for her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2027.