Kate grew up in Hampshire, England and graduated from Bristol University in 2009. In search of some sunshine she moved to mid north coast NSW soon after graduating and began her career as a mixed practice vet. After developing an interest in surgery Kate moved to Sydney to do a surgical internship and passed her membership exams in small animal surgery 2013. Kate joined the team at Alma Street in November 2013 and is loving the Queensland weather! She has a special interest in small animal surgery, including orthopedics, soft tissue surgery and wound management. Kate and her husband Rob have two very spoilt dogs called Donkey and Skye who enjoy chasing tennis balls and long walks on the beach.

Lenore began her Vet Nursing career in Mackay before traveling Australia with her husband for a number of years. Together they eventually settled on a small property outside Rockhampton where Lenore continued on with her vet nursing. Lenore then attained her Certificate in vet nursing and went on to also complete her Certificate in Practice Management which led her to become the Practice Manager at Alma Street Veterinary Hospital, a position she has held for many years now. Lenore enjoys seeing and meeting all the clients and their pets who visit Alma Street Veterinary Hospital. 

Naomi started with Alma Street Veterinary Hospital in January 2015. With Naomi’s love for animals she was destined to become a Veterinarian. She is a keen equestrian and loves all animals, with several horses, dogs, cats and a pet pig, Phil. She has a special interest in small animal and soft tissue surgery and is furthering her studies to include orthopaedics. 

Claire actually started at Alma Street Veterinary hospital in 2008 as a nurse assistant, after school and weekends when in high school. Claire always knew she wanted to be a Veterinarian and left Rockhampton to study in Townsville at James Cook University. After graduating Claire returned to Alma Street Veterinary Hospital as a qualified Veterinarian. Claire took a few years off to explore Europe on a working holiday and since returned in April 2020.  

Rachel grew up in Mackay. She studied at James Cook University in Townsville, graduating in 2015. After working for 3 years in mixed veterinary practice in Victoria, she moved to Rockhampton to be closer to family and joined the Alma St Vet team in November 2018.

Dr Maya will be returning to Alma Street Veterinary Hospital mid November 2021. 

Maya previously worked at Alma Street Veterinary Hospital from 2010 – 2018, before moving out of town.

Maya and her family have returned to Rockhampton. We are so excited to welcome Maya back and believe she is a wonderful addition to our Veterinary team. 

Marrianne joined the team in April 2024.