Deeragun

Dr Kyra

Veterinarian

I fell in love with large animals during my time at uni and moved to Ballarat at the start of 2024 to complete 6 months of my Equine Internship. I returned to the sunny weather of Townsville in June 2024 and joined Greencross not too long after that!

I have loved my easy transition into the small animal world at Greencross Deeragun and look forward to starting my small animal journey at home!

Outside of work you can find me at the netball courts, the beach or curled up with a good book.

Dr John

Veterinary Director
I graduated as a Veterinarian in South Africa in 1995 from the University of Pretoria. Since graduating I have worked in private practice in the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and South Africa. I owned my own practice in Durban, South Africa for 11 years before my family and I immigrated to Australia in 2023 where I joined the team at Greencross Deeragun as Veterinary Director.

I have a love for travel, camping, canoeing, Land Rovers and the outdoors. My family and I are looking forward to the opportunity to explore Australia.

Dr Catherine

Veterinarian
Catherine was born in Victoria and grew up riding horses and spending most of her time outside.

In 2011, she graduated from her first degree, a Bachelor in Animal and Veterinary Biosciences, before going onto study a Bachelor of Sustainability majoring in Business. Following this, she studied Veterinary Science at James Cook University.

Catherine now resides in Townsville with her husband and two children. In her spare time, she loves to take her children swimming, to the beach and to all the events around Townsville.

Dr Crystal

Veterinarian
Crystal was born in Townsville and grew up on a cattle property near Charters Towers.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from James Cook University in 2021, Crystal moved to Brisbane to work in a small animal practice. She returned to Townsville in 2024 with her husband and fur baby (Kiki) to be closer to family.

In her spare time, Crystal enjoys fencing (with a sword), gymnastics, reading, and training Kiki new tricks.

Aimee

Veterinary Nurse Receptionist
I have worked at Greencross Vets for over 14.5 years, as a Veterinary Nurse, Receptionist, and a Practice Manager. I’m currently working part time as I have just had a baby boy.

I started at Greencross as a School Based Trainee back in 2009. I love working in the Animal Industry as it brings me so much joy helping animals and their owners.

My favourite animal is a goat – I think they are absolutely fabulous pets and are super funny.

My hobbies outside of work are spending time with family, fishing, camping and cleaning.

Serena Forrest

Veterinary Nurse

In 2015-16, I completed my Certificate II in Animal Studies. After graduating from school, I also completed my Certificate IV in Vet Nursing to become a fully qualified vet nurse. Initially I worked in a part-time capacity at our Deeragun clinic before moving over to Greencross Vets Hyde Park. Now I’ve come back to re-join the team at Deeragun and am very excited!

I have lived in Townsville my whole life and love spending time playing sport and exploring the outdoors; while also enjoying spending time with my cheeky pup Bambi and the naughty kitty-cat Penelope.