Dr Ian Henderson
Practice Owner (BVSc)
Dr Ian Henderson started the practice with his wife Vonnie in 1986. Being a true Birregurra local you will commonly find Ian at the Birregurra golf course tending the greens and fairways. Ian has a keen interest in teaching and has helped countless students and young vets devlop their skills with patience and practical guidance, in 2019 Ian won the Australian Cattle Veterinarians practitioner of the year award for recognition in service to the industry and clients over his long career. Ians wealth of knowledge and experience, especially with catle and horses, is invaluable amoungst our team.
Dr Ian Henderson
Practice Owner
Dr Ian Henderson started the practice with his wife Vonnie in 1986. Being a true Birregurra local you will commonly find Ian at the Birregurra golf course tending the greens and fairways. Ian has a keen interest in teaching and has helped countless students and young vets devlop their skills with patience and practical guidance, in 2019 Ian won the Australian Cattle Veterinarians practitioner of the year award for recognition in service to the industry and clients over his long career. Ians wealth of knowledge and experience, especially with catle and horses, is invaluable amoungst our team.
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Dr Shane Lyons
Practice Owner (BVSc (Hons) MBA)
Dr Shane Lyons joined the practice in 1991 and became a partner in 1993. Shane along with Ian run the large animal operations. Shane is a keen fisherman and spends his weekends on the table tennis circuit. Shane has a keen interest in milk quality and is often running Cups on Cups off courses for budding dairy farmers to improve their milking technique and mastitis prevention. He is an accomplished equine and cattle veterianrian doing much of our ultrasound cattle and mare pregnancy testing. Shane has also completed further study in opthamology and regularly gets called in to look at horses, dogs and cats eyes in more complicated cases.
Dr Shane Lyons
Practice Owner
Dr Shane Lyons joined the practice in 1991 and became a partner in 1993. Shane along with Ian run the large animal operations. Shane is a keen fisherman and spends his weekends on the table tennis circuit. Shane has a keen interest in milk quality and is often running Cups on Cups off courses for budding dairy farmers to improve their milking technique and mastitis prevention. He is an accomplished equine and cattle veterianrian doing much of our ultrasound cattle and mare pregnancy testing. Shane has also completed further study in opthamology and regularly gets called in to look at horses, dogs and cats eyes in more complicated cases.
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Dr Tom Loughnan
Practice Owner (BVBiol/BVSc MANZCVS MVSc (Dairy Med))
Dr Tom Loughnan joined our staff in 2016 after a number of years working through South West Vic, Gippsland and overseas. Tom is a mixed practice vet with a strong interest in dairy medicine and reproduction. He joined the partnership in 2019 and has a keen interest in developing protocols and preventative health care to offer our clients greater farm productivity. Tom has attained his Memberships to the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Surgeons and Masters of Veterinary Science in Dairy Cattle Medicine through the University of Melbourne to improve his knowledge of dairy medicine. Since hanging up the footy boots, Tom's attention has turned to family, their two labradors and his small hobby farm.
Dr Tom Loughnan
Practice Owner
Dr Tom Loughnan joined our staff in 2016 after a number of years working through South West Vic, Gippsland and overseas. Tom is a mixed practice vet with a strong interest in dairy medicine and reproduction. He joined the partnership in 2019 and has a keen interest in developing protocols and preventative health care to offer our clients greater farm productivity. Tom has attained his Memberships to the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Surgeons and Masters of Veterinary Science in Dairy Cattle Medicine through the University of Melbourne to improve his knowledge of dairy medicine. Since hanging up the footy boots, Tom's attention has turned to family, their two labradors and his small hobby farm.
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Dr Evelyn Lyons
Senior Clinic Veterinarian ( BVSc (Hons) MANZCVS (Pharmacology) CVA)
Dr Evelyn Lyons joined the practice in 1992. Evelyn oversees the small animal department and when she is not saving your pets she is saving lives down at Apollo Bay SLSC. Evelyn has completed many knee surgeries and does a number of complicated soft tissue, opthalmic and orthopaedic proceedures. She also commonly assists our regular in house referral surgeon on his frequent rounds. Evelyn has completed further study in accupuncture and regularly works with patients to improve mobility and comfort through accupuncture sessions.
Dr Evelyn Lyons
Senior Clinic Veterinarian
Dr Evelyn Lyons joined the practice in 1992. Evelyn oversees the small animal department and when she is not saving your pets she is saving lives down at Apollo Bay SLSC. Evelyn has completed many knee surgeries and does a number of complicated soft tissue, opthalmic and orthopaedic proceedures. She also commonly assists our regular in house referral surgeon on his frequent rounds. Evelyn has completed further study in accupuncture and regularly works with patients to improve mobility and comfort through accupuncture sessions.
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Dr Alice Arnold
Veterinarian (BVSc)
Alice joined us after completing her studies in Townsville at JCU in 2022, she's quickly become part of the furniture and is an integral part of our team. Alice works in the clinic on your pets and work dogs as well as doing farm visits for livestock, she's as determined as anyone pulling a calf and has become very capable very quickly.
Alice is a goalkeeper for the Geelong Hockey team and was selected to represent Victoria in a recent championship in 2023 - Well done Alice!
Dr Alice Arnold
Veterinarian
Alice joined us after completing her studies in Townsville at JCU in 2022, she's quickly become part of the furniture and is an integral part of our team. Alice works in the clinic on your pets and work dogs as well as doing farm visits for livestock, she's as determined as anyone pulling a calf and has become very capable very quickly.
Alice is a goalkeeper for the Geelong Hockey team and was selected to represent Victoria in a recent championship in 2023 - Well done Alice!
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Dr Rebecca Harris
Veterinarian (BVSc)
Bec joined us in 2024 making the move across from Perth to experience the cold and wet South-West! Bec has shown a calm and considered approach with a determination to achieve a good outcome for patients in clinic and on farm. Bec has a keen interest in greyhounds and enjoys the challenge of mixed practice brings into the door every day. Whilst in uni, Bec was awarded for her pharmacological studies and has an interest in internal medicine. She has slotted into the team beautifully and even won calving bingo within the first few months of her arrival! Bec has family in Geelong and is enjoying exploring Victoria and what the local area has to offer.
Dr Rebecca Harris
Veterinarian
Bec joined us in 2024 making the move across from Perth to experience the cold and wet South-West! Bec has shown a calm and considered approach with a determination to achieve a good outcome for patients in clinic and on farm. Bec has a keen interest in greyhounds and enjoys the challenge of mixed practice brings into the door every day. Whilst in uni, Bec was awarded for her pharmacological studies and has an interest in internal medicine. She has slotted into the team beautifully and even won calving bingo within the first few months of her arrival! Bec has family in Geelong and is enjoying exploring Victoria and what the local area has to offer.
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Dr Zoe Wittwer
Veterinarian (BVSc)
Zoe joined us in 2024 making the move across from Adelaide after finishing her studies at the University of Adelaide. Originally from a spud farm near Coonawarra she will be able to swap stories with a few of the local clients about the potato harvest or the wines of South Australia. Zoe has joined the Birregurra Netball team and has been getting amongst the local community.
Zoe loves the variety of the mixed practice life and never knowing what is going to walk through the door or come through the phone. Zoe has provided great energy, a smile and welcoming face for clients in clinic and has a keen attitude when it comes to farm jobs and achieving good outcomes with livestock. She has been a very welcome addition to the team, regularly arriving with tasty home baked goods.
Dr Zoe Wittwer
Veterinarian
Zoe joined us in 2024 making the move across from Adelaide after finishing her studies at the University of Adelaide. Originally from a spud farm near Coonawarra she will be able to swap stories with a few of the local clients about the potato harvest or the wines of South Australia. Zoe has joined the Birregurra Netball team and has been getting amongst the local community.
Zoe loves the variety of the mixed practice life and never knowing what is going to walk through the door or come through the phone. Zoe has provided great energy, a smile and welcoming face for clients in clinic and has a keen attitude when it comes to farm jobs and achieving good outcomes with livestock. She has been a very welcome addition to the team, regularly arriving with tasty home baked goods.
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Rhonda Mitchell
Receptionist
Rhonda is an invaluable member of our staff organising our Vets' appointments and fitting everything into the day. She's a multi-tasking guru and takes great care of all of our staff and customers. When Rhonda is not at work she spends time visiting family, tending the veggies or trecking around the world.
Rhonda Mitchell
Receptionist
Rhonda is an invaluable member of our staff organising our Vets' appointments and fitting everything into the day. She's a multi-tasking guru and takes great care of all of our staff and customers. When Rhonda is not at work she spends time visiting family, tending the veggies or trecking around the world.
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Rhonda Colbourne
Operations Coordinator
Rhonda has been a dedicated member of our team since 1993 veterinary nursing and helping on reception at times. Rhonda keeps our shelves stocked and patients well tended to, you can be sure that her friendly face will greet you and your pet upon any visit. With a passion for red frogs and coffee she continues to be a reliable and highly valued staff member.
Rhonda Colbourne
Operations Coordinator
Rhonda has been a dedicated member of our team since 1993 veterinary nursing and helping on reception at times. Rhonda keeps our shelves stocked and patients well tended to, you can be sure that her friendly face will greet you and your pet upon any visit. With a passion for red frogs and coffee she continues to be a reliable and highly valued staff member.
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Jenni Mercuri
Administration
Jenni has worked in our team at Colac Vets between family comitments for years. She is an accomplished vet nurse and also helps behind the scenes to keep the administration running smoothly. Jenni, with her daughter, is a keen Ballet dancer and has mastered the art of dog training, get in touch if you need some tips with your pet.
Jenni Mercuri
Administration
Jenni has worked in our team at Colac Vets between family comitments for years. She is an accomplished vet nurse and also helps behind the scenes to keep the administration running smoothly. Jenni, with her daughter, is a keen Ballet dancer and has mastered the art of dog training, get in touch if you need some tips with your pet.
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Mardi Stuart
Veterinary Nurse
Mardi joined us in 2023 but moved to Birregurra from her family sheep farm near Serpentine a few years ago. With plenty of farm and animal experience, Mardi came to us already qualified as a vet nurse and has been a fantastic addition to the team. She plays netball for Birre on weekends and farms with her partner as a side job. Mardi takes great care of her patients, your pets, through the day. We've been very lucky to have Mardi join us.
Mardi Stuart
Veterinary Nurse
Mardi joined us in 2023 but moved to Birregurra from her family sheep farm near Serpentine a few years ago. With plenty of farm and animal experience, Mardi came to us already qualified as a vet nurse and has been a fantastic addition to the team. She plays netball for Birre on weekends and farms with her partner as a side job. Mardi takes great care of her patients, your pets, through the day. We've been very lucky to have Mardi join us.
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Jewel Sibley
Veterinary Nurse
Jewel joined us in 2019 as an after school job and has slotted into the team permanently as we couldn't let her go. Jewel completed her Cert IV of Veterinary Nursing whilst working full-time and has become an invaluable team member with her energetic and hard-working attitude. Jewel enjoys horse riding and has a pet dog Bert, who keeps her active on weekends. She will look after your pets and queries with care and a friendly smile.
Jewel Sibley
Veterinary Nurse
Jewel joined us in 2019 as an after school job and has slotted into the team permanently as we couldn't let her go. Jewel completed her Cert IV of Veterinary Nursing whilst working full-time and has become an invaluable team member with her energetic and hard-working attitude. Jewel enjoys horse riding and has a pet dog Bert, who keeps her active on weekends. She will look after your pets and queries with care and a friendly smile.
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Annie Hazel
Veterinary Nurse (Veterinary Nurse)
Annie joined us in 2021 and has quickly become a valuable team member looking after your pets as a vet nurse and also queries as she sporadically helps out on reception. Annie is a problem solver and an animal lover and will help you find the best care for our pet or livestock. She is a wealth of information with horses, spelling and breeding a few racehorses on her property. Annie also has a Daschund called Kramer, we think the name is very fitting.
Annie Hazel
Veterinary Nurse
Annie joined us in 2021 and has quickly become a valuable team member looking after your pets as a vet nurse and also queries as she sporadically helps out on reception. Annie is a problem solver and an animal lover and will help you find the best care for our pet or livestock. She is a wealth of information with horses, spelling and breeding a few racehorses on her property. Annie also has a Daschund called Kramer, we think the name is very fitting.
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Sally Mackenzie
Receptionist
Sally organises reception down at our Winchelsea branch clinic. She will be able to help you with medication orders and bookings at our branch as well as keeping the vets organised for consultations.
Sally comes to us from Barrabool where, with her husband Scott and children, they have a small farm with horses.
Sally Mackenzie
Receptionist
Sally organises reception down at our Winchelsea branch clinic. She will be able to help you with medication orders and bookings at our branch as well as keeping the vets organised for consultations.
Sally comes to us from Barrabool where, with her husband Scott and children, they have a small farm with horses.
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Rory Learey
Veterinary Nurse
Rory is part of our vet nursing team and provides excellent care for pets and work-dogs in our clinic. She is interested in all pets and is learning the farm systems with a few calves of her own out in Barongarook.
Rory is continuing her formal vet nurse training whilst working but is already a competent and confident vet nurse, adding great value to our team. Rory has some interest in dog physiotherapy and also works in Melbourne at a dog physio clinic.
Rory Learey
Veterinary Nurse
Rory is part of our vet nursing team and provides excellent care for pets and work-dogs in our clinic. She is interested in all pets and is learning the farm systems with a few calves of her own out in Barongarook.
Rory is continuing her formal vet nurse training whilst working but is already a competent and confident vet nurse, adding great value to our team. Rory has some interest in dog physiotherapy and also works in Melbourne at a dog physio clinic.
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