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Centre Director, Veterinary Surgeon

Dr. Conor Brand graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2017, receiving awards for excellence in Pathology and achieving the highest academic grade in his cohort. He spent four years developing his clinical skills at Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital under the mentorship of Dr. Mark Reeve. Conor is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, along with honest and reliable communication for his clients.

Outside of work, Conor enjoys hiking, travelling, gardening, reading, and relaxing over a coffee or wine with friends. He also shares his home with Patsy, a cat he adopted as a stray during his time at Tea Tree Gully.

Veterinary Surgeon

 Dr. Suzie Mauger graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2013. After three years in general practice, she followed her passion for emergency and critical care. Over the past eight years, she has worked in a number of emergency clinics across Adelaide and recently attained Membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (MANZCVS) in Emergency and Critical Care through examination.

Outside of work, Suzie enjoys keeping active and spending quality time with her partner Jade and their daughter Lexi.

 Ale obtained her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2010 and began her career in a small clinic in Brazil, where she worked for seven years. Seeking new challenges and experiences, she moved to Australia in 2018 and joined the team at Newton Veterinary Centre in 2021, further broadening her international expertise in veterinary nursing.

Throughout her career, Ale has developed a strong passion and interest in veterinary anaesthesia. Outside of work, she enjoys visiting wineries with her husband and finds joy and inspiration running along the beach, embracing the peaceful beauty of nature.

 Flavia began her veterinary journey in 2007, graduating as a veterinarian and spending eight years working in a small animal practice in her home country of Brazil. In search of new opportunities, she relocated to Australia and transitioned into veterinary nursing. Before joining Newton Veterinary Centre in 2021, she gained valuable experience working in various surgical specialty centres across Adelaide.

Flavia brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for animal care to our team. Although she’s far from home, her heart remains with her beloved cat, Chloe, who now lives in Brazil under the loving care of her mother.

 Nicole joined the team at Newton Veterinary Centre in 2021. Born and raised in Penang, Malaysia, she followed her passion for animal care by earning a degree in Animal Science from the University of Adelaide. In 2024, she furthered her commitment to the field by completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys attending concerts, playing badminton, exploring new places through travel, and spending time with her spirited mini dachshund puppy, Prudence.

 Narelle joined the Newton Veterinary Centre team in mid-2023. She loves the welcoming atmosphere of the clinic and enjoys working alongside the amazing nurses and Dr. Conor.

Currently in her final year of a Bachelor of Science (Animal Science) at the University of Adelaide, Narelle is passionate about building her knowledge and experience as a veterinary nurse. Growing up with a deep love for animals, she feels grateful to be living out her dream. Her special interests include medical and surgical nursing, as well as canine care and welfare.

In her spare time, Narelle enjoys camping and water skiing at the river with family and friends, and spending quality time with her Cavoodle puppy, Rhubarb.

 Olivia joined Newton Veterinary Centre in 2023 after completing her first student placement with us. She has since graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.

Olivia is passionate about all aspects of veterinary care and is continually discovering new areas of interest, including pathology, feline medicine, and exotic animal care. She aspires to pursue further studies and obtain her Fear Free Certification to enhance her approach to animal handling and care.

A strong advocate for gold-standard veterinary care, Olivia is excited about where her career will take her. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, Pilates, running, and spending time with her two beloved cats, Luna and Tiger-Lily.

Adelaide joined Newton Veterinary Centre in 2022 as a kennel hand and is currently completing her final year of high school. She has a strong passion for animal care and spends much of her free time dog sitting and dog walking in her local community.

Adelaide enjoys being part of a team that prioritises high-quality care for every patient and is excited to continue learning and growing within the veterinary industry.

Outside of work, she loves baking, watching movies, and spending time with her two dogs, Ellie and Teddy.