Port Macquarie

Jess D

Receptionist & Veterinary Nurse

Jess started working at Greencross Vets Port Macquarie in 2016, which is the same year she obtained her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Jess grew up in Sydney; after completing her certificate IV in Veterinary nursing she moved to Port Macquarie for a coastal change and to pursue a career in Veterinary Nursing. She has taken a few years away from the industry and we are extremely delighted she has decided to return.
Jess has a love for animals of all shapes and sizes and particularly loves working alongside pet parents to help achieve best outcomes for their beloved pets.
At home Jess has 2 cats of her own who keep her on her toes.

Dr Elyssa H

Veterinarian

Dr Elyssa graduated from The University of Queensland in 2024 before relocating to Port Macquarie to begin her veterinary career. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, with a special interest in exotics (birds, reptiles and small mammals) and wildlife. Elyssa has a particular affinity for cats and prioritises low-stress handling to ensure a calm and positive experience for all her patients.

Georgia W

Veterinary Nurse

Georgia has been part of the Greencross family for many years, first joining us as a Year 10 student completing her work placement at just 16 years old. From those early days, it was clear she had found her passion.

While still in Year 11, Georgia enrolled in her Certificate II, followed by her Certificate III in 2023. She continued to build her skills and knowledge, commencing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in July 2024 and proudly qualifying in December 2025.

We’ve had the privilege of watching Georgia grow from a work experience student into a dedicated, cheerful and energetic Veterinary Nurse. Her commitment to learning, compassionate nature and positive attitude make her a valued member of our team and a wonderful support to our patients and clients alike.

We’re so proud of everything she has achieved and can’t wait to see her continue to thrive in her nursing career.

Erin K

Veterinary Nurse
Erin is currently a trainee Vet Nurse and completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Erin has already completed her Certificate III in Animal Care Services and Certificate II in Animal Studies. She has grown up around animals all her life and has always loved spending time and being around them. Erin shows a special interest in surgical cases and is a very passionate and hard working team member.

Dr Asanda N

Veterinarian
Dr Asanda graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2023 in South Africa and worked in welfare for close to a year and a half. Then in 2024 decided to pack it all up and move to the land down under, to gain some more skill and knowledge. Favourite quote ‘Sibizelwe kulento’ from a South African language translating to ‘we are called to this’ – meaning I always give my 100 percent to all my patients.

Emily R

Trainee Veterinary Nurse

Emily grew up locally, always around animals at her family’s farm. She has already completed her Certificate III in Animal Studies and is now continuing her studies and is enrolled in a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Emily has a large equine background and has worked in racing stables both locally and inter-state. Emily currently has two horses and a dog who keep her busy in her spare time.

Dr Vicki L

Veterinary Director

Dr Vicki graduated from Sydney university in 2007 and headed to Tenterfield to work in rural practice for a couple years. She then moved to Port Macquarie and has been practicing in the area ever since. Dr Vicki is passionate about providing high quality care catered towards your pets and family’s needs. When not at work she can be found at home on her farm or out running around after her three kids.

Calliope F

Veterinary Nurse

Calliope completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2023 and has been employed at Greencross ever since. Calliope has become a very experienced and integral part of the Port Macquarie team and is also one of our afterhours emergency nurses. Calliope lives on a local property; some of her fur babies include a German Shepherd, horses, sheep, cattle, cats, and birds. Calliope works as a qualified Equestrian Australia coach and enjoys spending her time teaching at a local riding centre as well as riding her own horses.

Carolina S

Veterinary Nurse

Carolina has a strong interest in Pet Therapy and has coordinated and facilitated a number of alternative wellbeing programs in a local preschool, high school as well as an aged care facility.
Carolina moved to Australia from Greece in 2013 and decided to make a career change from the Marketing and Advertising Industry. She completed her Vet Nursing qualification in 2016 and has been a part of the Greencross team since 2020. Carolina loves travelling with her family as well as spending time with her rescue dog Bonnie.

Jessica W

Veterinary Nurse

Jess has a decade experience in the Veterinary industry and has special interests in diagnostic and surgical nursing. She has been with Greencross since 2019 and often helps to mentor Veterinary Nursing students within the clinic.
At home, Jess has four human babies, eight fur babies and also run beef cattle and horses on her property.

Aimie J

Veterinary Nurse

Aimie has a strong passion for animal health and welfare. She has experience with a variety of animals having previously run an alpaca and goat stud farm.
Aimie currently has her own dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and goats. She is also quite often found fostering other animals in need of care. Aimie has a strong interest in animal behaviour and is currently our Puppy Preschool Teacher.
On Aimie’s days off she enjoys spending time volunteering for animal rescue organisations.

Katy G

Receptionist

Katy grew up at Lorne on a property and still lives locally on rural acres. She is a keen dressage competitor and currently has three horses as well as three indoor cats, a bull mastiff named Ruby and Podrick the Peacock. Katy made the change from Specialist Medical Administration mid 2022 to Veterinary Reception and is thoroughly enjoying the change and working with the Greencross team at Port Macquarie.

Dr Sarah B

Veterinary Associate

Sarah Bennett graduated from Sydney University in 2008. Sarah moved to the area after graduation and loved it so much she has been here ever since! She has an interest in exotics, birds, reptiles and wildlife. In 2017 she achieved her memberships in Veterinary Behaviour. Sarah currently has two kelpies and a number of cats that keep her on her toes.

Sarah H

Practice Manager

Sarah is from a country background, off a family run and owned cattle station in Far North Queensland. She also worked on a cattle station in the Northern Territory for over five years. Sarah moved to Port Macquarie to pursue her career in Veterinary Nursing. She completed her Veterinary Nurse qualification back in 2015 and has been employed at the clinic ever since. She is also employed as a teacher at TAFE NSW teaching the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
Sarah has great passion and love for all animals, great and small, and she enjoys being a part of the Greencross family.