meet the team

Meet our New Vet Dr Mya!

Saumya's (or Mya's) childhood dream was always to become a veterinarian one day. Mya adores animals, especially cats. Mya graduated from University of Peradeniya Sri Lanka in 2013 and passed the full round of Australian Veterinary examinations through the University of Queensland in 2022. Mya has also completed a PhD in pharmacology at Western Sydney University in 2019. 

Mya has worked in many clinics as a veterinarian and nurse both overseas and in Australia. 

Dr Candice had provided supervision for her to pass through the final veterinary exam in Australia. Mya enjoys working at Cockatoo Creek Veterinary Clinic and loves the breathtaking country atmosphere. She also loves the supportive, lovely team and very friendly customers.

In her spare time she paints animals. 

We hope you can meet her soon!

Dr Sarah Webb moved to the Yarra valley in 2022 and it was a dream destination for her. Sarah is originally from Melbourne, she moved to Albury when she was 15. 

She then came back to Melbourne to study Animal and Veterinary Bioscience degree at La Trobe University. 

After graduating she then went on to study a Veterinary Biology and Science degree at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga. She also was also able to undertake some casual vet nursing whilst she was completing her studies at university. Sarah spent some of her first year as a veterinarian at a mixed practice in the Yarra valley and really enjoyed the variety of animal cases. Sarah has a passion for backyard poultry in particular but loves the variety mixed practice can bring everyday!

Sarah enjoys travelling, painting, basketball and spending time with her two border collies rose and Lucy.

She landed her first vet nursing job in 2002, and loved every minute of it! Meghan started her certificate in veterinary nursing the following year and became qualified with her certificate 4 at the end of 2004. She has worked in a few clinics over her 15 year career, in a variety of roles and really enjoys the challenges that working in a veterinary clinic brings. Meghan has a keen interest for radiology and surgery, and is looking forward to learning more about the large animal side of a vet clinic. When not working, Meghan is kept busy with her husband and two children.

She enjoys hiking, camping and going on adventures with friends and family. 

Jacinta has always wanted to work with animals. As soon as she finished high school, she went straight into vet nursing. Jacinta completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at the Australian College of Applied Animal Studies at the end of 2020. Through this course, she has had to complete lots of different placements in different parts of the animal industry, one placement she did was at Cockatoo Creek Veterinary Clinic and loved every minute of it. 

Jacinta has a 6-year-old greyhound named Axel. In her spare time, you'll find Jacinta camping, exploring, or hanging with her friends and family. 

Molly has always been a passionate animal lover. She always knew she wanted to work in the animal industry. While Molly was in school, she completed her Certificate II in Animal Studies. After High School she went on to do her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at Box Hill TAFE and has loved every minute of it. Molly began working for Cockatoo Creek Veterinary Clinic in 2022 as a Trainee Vet Nurse as part of her work placement for her Certificate. Molly grew up in Emerald so she has always had a soft spot for wildlife and helping animals in need. Molly is excited to further her learning in the industry and to see what the future hold for her. 

Molly has a 4 year old Pug named Baxter and a 1 year old cat called Bobbie. In her spare time Molly loves to go exploring, traveling, camping and being with family and friends.

“Roz” has been a successful dog groomer for over 15 years and has many animals at home including her charming Staffy X named Duke, quite a few reptiles, a couple of horses and many other farm animals. Roz previously worked as a florist and is now studying Certificate 3 in dog training and animal behaviour.

Roz has a great connection with animals and has great skill and passion in ensuring a beautiful groom is achieved. Roz loves all creatures great and small and we are very lucky to have her on our team.

Lauren is a dog groomer with 7 years of experience in the profession. In that time she worked three years along side a very talented dog groomer mentor. Lauren (or Loz), has had a love for animals since a very young age. She currently lives on 10 acres in the area. She has many animals including dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, peacocks and her horses. Apart from her animals Loz is blessed with a beautiful family, a husband and 14 month old daughter.

Loz is looking forward to meeting you all and your 4 legged friends!!!