Pakenham

Dr Nick E

Veterinary Director

Watching the exploits of Yorkshire vet James Herriot in the TV series All Creatures Great and Small was Nick’s inspiration to become a veterinarian from a young age. Nick graduated from Melbourne University in 1990. 36 years later, Nick has never been more passionate about the difference an amazing vet team can make to companion pets and their families. With a special interest in surgery, Nick is experienced in a range of complex soft-tissue and orthopaedic procedures for when things need to be repaired.

Nick is pet parent to Nala the Golden Retriever and Howie the Ragdol

Leonie P

Veterinary Nurse

Leonie has been passionate about animals all her life. Her family always knew they could count on her to look after their pets, give advice and help support them through the highs and lows of owning a furry family member. Leonie has been in the animal industry for almost 10 years and loves every minute of it. Leonie currently is a fur mum to two cats Lucy & Ash (rescue mum and daughter) and two dogs Romeo & Dougie, who are the love of her family’s lives and they get very spoilt! Especially when Leonie’s toddlers share their food!

She can’t wait to greet you and your furry family members especially with treats, cuddles and ongoing support as she looks forward to putting her love and care that she has for animals into looking after your pets just as she would as her own.

Kim A

Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing 2024, BSc Equine Studies 2019, Cert III Animal Studies 2018.

In 2011, while completing her bachelor’s degree in Equine Studies, Kim started her career in vet nursing. Discovering a passion for the industry, she completed a Certificate III in Animal Studies in 2018 and went on to complete her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2024.

With her lifelong involvement with animals, Kim enjoys working with people and their pets to provide the best care possible. Bringing together a particular interest in surgery, alongside enthusiasm for general healthcare, Kim is keen to keep progressing her knowledge and is dedicated to continued excellence in animal health care.

Dr Iresha S

Dr. Iresha obtained her Veterinary Board Registration in 2011 and has since worked in several veterinary clinics across Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs. In 2025, she joined the team at Greencross Vets.

She has a passion for all areas of veterinary medicine and surgery, and in 2022, she completed a year-long postgraduate course in internal medicine. Iresha is committed to keeping her knowledge up to date to provide the best possible care for her furry friends and their families.

Originally from overseas, Iresha moved to Australia to pursue a Master’s degree in Science. She now lives locally with her husband and two sons. Outside of work, she enjoys cycling, watching movies, and spending quality time with her family.

Bianca G

Trainee Veterinary Nurse

Bianca has successfully completed her Certificate II in Animal Studies through the RSPCA in 2022. She is continuing her studies with us through our Vet Nurse traineeship program which will see her complete her Certificate IV in veterinary nursing in late 2025. She has always loved animals and is thoroughly enjoying the career change from Human Nurse, to Veterinary Nurse.

Bianca works at the clinic part time.

Outside of the clinic Bianca loves spending her time with her Husband, 3 children and 3 Burmese Cats.

Monique A

Veterinary Nurse

Monique has over six years of experience in veterinary nursing and animal care, beginning her journey with Greencross Vets through the Animal Studies Internship Program in 2019. She holds a Certificate II in Animal Studies and additional qualifications in dog psychology, behaviour and training, as well as puppy preschool instruction.

Monique is passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to every patient and supporting the people who love them. She takes pride in helping pets feel safe and comfortable during their visits and understands the importance of providing reassurance and empathy to clients, particularly during difficult and emotional times. Monique has a special interest in senior pet care, palliative care and end-of-life support, believing every pet deserves dignity, comfort and kindness at every stage of life.

Outside of work, Monique enjoys spending time with her husband, children and grandchild. She is also kept busy caring for her much-loved animal family, and her passion for animals extends beyond the clinic through her interest in animal welfare and rescue.

Courtney C

Practice Manager

Courtney began her veterinary nursing career at Greencross Vets Pakenham 17 years ago and is now our longest-serving team member! Throughout her career, she has progressed from Veterinary Nurse to Nursing Team Leader in 2022 and Practice Manager in 2023, reflecting her dedication to the profession.
She has also received regional awards for Outstanding Customer Service and Team Member of the Year. Courtney is passionate about providing compassionate care to patients, supporting veterinarians in surgery, and building strong relationships with pet owners.

After spending two years working at a busy Animal Emergency Centre, she gained valuable clinical experience across a wide range of cases. She also enjoys mentoring junior nurses and has a special interest in feline behaviour, making her our resident cat advocate.
Outside of work, Courtney enjoys spending quality time with her fiancé, Chris, and their four much-loved cats: Fuzzy, Nemo, Jaffa, and Lammy. In 2026, Courtney embraced her newest and most rewarding role yet – becoming a mum to a beautiful baby boy, who now keeps her busy and brings plenty of joy to life outside the clinic.

Jayla B

Jayla is currently doing her cert IV in vet nursing, while working casual at the clinic. Jayla has always loved working with animals since she could walk. She’s lives on a small hobby farm that contains many different animals. She has one dairy cow (blaze), three horses (Jules, Sinkers and Bailey), 2 dogs( Pepper and Archie), one cat (Little Cat) and a few exotic fish. She first started at the clinic as a work placement student and after a year and a half she was employed at the practice as a casual team member. In her spare time she loves to ride her horses and take here dogs to the beach.

Telissa M

Telissa studied for a Certificate II in Animal Studies in 2016 and went on to complete her Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing and gain employment in 2018.

Telissa has always enjoyed being around animals and loves the fact that she gets to care for them in her career.

Telissa is passionate about patients and client care. She is always trying to create a calming, stress-free and positive experience for both patients and clients.

She is an advocate for animal rescue and welfare, in the past assisting rescue groups to foster animals in her home and has a special soft spot for senior pets and enjoys caring for them in clinic.

She has a 10-year-old rescue cat Archie and a 1-year-old Cavoodle named Penny.

She enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, who often go camping and spend time outdoors together.

Tracey B

Tracey studied her Certificate III in Animal Studies and Companion Animal Services in 2014. She then went on to complete her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2015.
She began her career at Greencross Pakenham Vet 10 years ago, is a very well-loved member of our team.
Tracey is also the secretary of a not-for-profit animal rescue group, South Gippsland Animal Aid. Where she fosters both dogs and cats and is also a neonatal kitten raiser.
Being a cat advocate, Tracey is very committed to promoting desexing as an option to prevent unwanted litters of kittens.
It was her passion for animal welfare that led to her choosing to study Veterinary nursing.
Tracey’s devotion for providing outstanding customer service and patient care is her primary focus, along with supporting her team.
Outside of work she is accompanied by her Husband Martin, four daughters and eight grandchildren that keep her busy.
She is also a loving pet parent to her three dogs and three cats