Dr Candice grew up in Uitenhage, South Africa, and immigrated to Australia for university in 2002. Graduating with honors from University of Queensland in 2008 she started her career in Hervey Bay and has called the Bay home ever since. In 2021 she purchased Nissen Street Veterinary Surgery and quickly gained a reputation for going above and beyond for her patients. Dr Candice has a keen interest in all manners of soft tissue surgery and has a fondness for brachycephalic breeds, she spends a lot of time in canine reproduction and has a wide range of breeders that she provides an end-to-end service to. She also enjoys a challenge and oversees all the complex medical cases that come through the clinics doors. When she does get some time away from the clinic Dr Candice enjoys time at home with her 3 dogs, 2 kids and husband. Shopping is her guilty pleasure and loves short trips to the Sunny Coast or Brisbane to get her fix.

Dr Guy graduated in 2022 from James Cook University. He then began his career working as a mixed practice Veterinarian for 18 months in Central Queensland, before joining the Nissen Street Vet Surgery team in early 2023 Dr Guy thoroughly enjoys all aspects of surgery and has a keen interest in complex surgeries, he also loves dedicating his time to his clients in consultation, to develop close client/patient relationships. When Dr Guy is not at work, he loves spending quality time with his Wife, Golden Retriever 'Mildred', and fishing at every opportunity possible.

Hanna was born in Finland and grew up moving around Asia before her family arrived in Australia in 2013. Graduating at the University of Queensland in 2019, Hanna now calls Hervey Bay home and joined our team in 2022. Hanna enjoys the varied cases that she sees in general practice and has a keen interest in surgery. In her free time, she enjoys taking her dogs to the beach and horse riding.

Having grown up with multiple species of animals, she has always had a passion for pets and has wanted to be a vet since the age of four. She graduated as a vet from Massey University, New Zealand in 2016 and once qualified, she decided to make the leap over the ditch to join those on the greener side (but maybe with browner grass).

Charlie immigrated to Australia in 2007 for higher education and has a background in hospitality management and employment services. He started his career in the veterinary industry at Nissen Street Vets after Dr Candice bought it to assist in the reception and accounts.

Originally from Victoria, Renee moved to Hervey Bay in 2012 and shortly after started her career in veterinary as a nurse, completing her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2020. She joined our team in June 2022 as our Head Nurse and has been an integral part of the leadership team.

Sam graduated University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Veterinary Technology) in 2019 and joined our team in March 2023.

Ella originally from Brisbane moved to the Bay in 2014. After completing high school in the peak of the pandemic, Ella found her love and passion for animals and decided to enroll in her Qualification in Veterinary Nursing. While being one of the youngest in the clinic, we all enjoy the continuous banter of 'do you even know this song...' & ' you weren't even born then! Ella's favourite part of working in the industry is providing quality comfort and care for patients during their hospital stay.

Laura graduated University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Wildlife Science in 2015. Then started working as a zookeeper at Australia Zoo for 9 years. While at the zoo she was heavily involved in the daily medical care of the wildlife she looked after. Wanting to increase her knowledge in the animal medical field Laura joined the Nissen Street Vet Surgery team in 2024 as a Vet Nurse. Although Laura has a keen wildlife and conservation passion, dogs have always been a special part of her life with her 9 year old German Shepherd 'Ellie' who takes up most of her spare time and her bed.

Tina was born in Argentina in a family of Italian (mostly) immigrants. Growing up in the National Parks, surrounded by nature and animals, Tina new from the age of 4 years old that she wanted to become a veterinarian. Graduating from La Plata University in 2016 and gaining her Veterinary degree in February 2019. In August 2019, Tine decided to move to New Zealand, where she worked as a Veterinary Nurse until December 2021, before travelling to Australia. Working as a Veterinary Nurse while travelling Australia until she met her partner in 2023 and deciding to settle in Hervey Bay. Outside of work Tina enjoys Water Sports, Trekking National Parks, Yoga and Gardening.