Our Team

Dr Stuart Williams
(Veterinary Practitioner/Owner)
 Graduated Sydney University 1986, moved to Yass in 1993 after several years in Parkes and then overseas working and touring. Married to Cath with son, Angus and cute little Rosie.  Keeps busy renovating his garden and house.

Dr Petrea Wait
(Veterinary Practitioner)
 In 2007 Petrea joined the practice, coming from mixed practice in the wheat belt of Western Australia. Like Stuart, Petrea is experienced at performing equine dental procedures.  She is known as our "cat whisperer" for her ability to deal calmly with fractious felines.

 

Dr Tamara Butler
 (Veterinary Practitioner)
 Tamara joined our team in December 2009 after working in central Queensland for 12 months following her graduation from Sydney University in 2008.  She has a keen interest in anything equine and is an experienced horsewoman.

 

 
Dr James Brown
 (Veterinary Practitioner)
 James joined our team in January 2010 following his graduation from Sydney University.

Dr Peter Gibbs
(Veterinary Practitioner)
Peter was the previous owner and then partner until he sold the practice in December 2009.  Peter now works part time 3 days per week.  Peter graduated Sydney University 1972, moved to Yass in 1978 after 1 year in Mount Gambier and 4 years in Cowra. Married to Trish with three grown children and  two grandchildren.  He can be seen scooting about town in his  little red mini!!

Dr Claire Scarlett
(Veterinary Practitioner)
Claire joined the practice in January 2002 after graduating from Sydney University. Due to the birth of her son she now works part time  and runs our puppy preschool and dog training.  An experienced horsewomen Claire spends the rest of her time in the paddock with her horses, dogs, sheep and cattle or any other species that comes her way.

Terry Butler
(Practice Manager)
 Terry joined the team in July 2006 bringing with him over 25 years of senior and executive management experience. He is a recipient of the Australian Police Medal and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management.  In his quiet times he runs a small horse stud just outside of Yass and tries to fit in a round (or two) of golf.

 

Heidi Broers
 (Head Veterinary Nurse)
 Heidi is our head Veterinary nurse.  Heidi started  in 2001 and has continued to be the 'voice' of the team. She stills finds time in her busy schedule to go for a ride on her horse.

 

Anita Eccleston
(Veterinary Nurse/Groomer)
 Anita joined us in 2005 and is an asset to our team with her love of large animals and caring for wildlife. She is always ready to help out with a calving and has recently completed a dental course.
Brooke Bush
(Veterinary Nurse)
Brooke  started with us in 2007 after having gained considerable experience at the Canberra Veterinary Hospital.  Brooke is currently studying vet nursing and continues to play with her horses in any spare time!

Alicia Perceval
(Veterinary Nurse/Groomer)
Joining us in 2007 she loves working with dogs or horses coming from a household full of pets both large and small.  

Louise Duncan
(Trainee Veterinary Nurse)
 Louise is currently completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and is working part time as the Trainee Vet Nurse at YVH while undertaking her studies. While not at work she will be found chasing her three children and husband John as well as managing her Arabian horse stud near Dalton.
   
Gail Battye
(Office Supervisor & Bookkeeper)
 Gail has been our very capable Receptionist, Secretary and Bookkeeper since January 1988.  As the practice has grown and is much busier, she is ably assisted by our nurses and part time Receptionists.  She is always willing to entertain our waiting clients with stories of her 'boys' Wally and Charlie the dogs.

Glynese Evans
(Receptionist)
Glynese  joined the team in late 2002 then took a break to have her 2nd child and has returned as our always entertaining receptionist.  She can be found at the front desk with a border collie at her feet or competing in Eventing on weekends. Glynese has vet nursing skills thanks to previously working at Kippax Vet Hospital and extensive work in the Thoroughbred industry which she continues as a swabbing steward in her spare time!
Debbie Frew
(Receptionist)
Debbie joined the team in 2009 after moving to Yass from Dubbo
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 Joanne Makin
(Cleaner & Assistant Nurse)
 Joanne is always early to work and is our reliable "tidy person" as well as assistant nurse.


 

 
Ebony the Cat
(MD in training)
Ebony's main role is that of greeting clients as they arrive, often with a mournful plea to be fed.  Ebony likes to think she is the Managing
 Director of the practice. While we would like Ebony to be in charge of the Complaints Department,  she lacks the listening skills required and prefers to play in the cupboards and torment the dogs.