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Alison Seib

Alison Seib

Born in Orange, went to Calare Public School then off to Orange High School. Completed my HSC in 1985. Moved to Penrith where I started my tennis coaching career. After 12 months I was offered a US tennis scholarship in Tennessee, spent three years overseas loving every minute. Returned to my hom…

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Alison Ratcliffe

Alison Ratcliffe

Ali grew up on the Central Coast of NSW before venturing to Armidale NSW for University. She has recently moved to Orange NSW, looking for a change of pace from the hustle and bustle of Sydney with her 2 young boys and hubby. She loves exploring gardens and new areas, camping, cooking, baking, phot…

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Amanda Sanders

Amanda Sanders

Amanda (Mandy) Sanders is a mom of two, her son Daniel is 27, lives with his wife here in Orange and works at Ross Hill Wines; her daughter Emily is 15 and home schooled; Mandy, her husband Phil and their two children emigrated here to Orange from England 14 years ago and have made it their home. …

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Amorette Zielinski

Amorette Zielinski

Amorette is a Mum of two boys who often keep her flying by the seat of her pants and a wife to a man who is so much fun to share life with; never dull! Friends often call her a ‘connector’ because she loves putting like minded people together curating experiences for them. Ami is an extroverted i…

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Angela Argyle

Angela Argyle

While Angela is not being a Mum to her young daughters Poppy and Saffron, she is either out working in their saffron paddock, running and marketing their saffron business, or working in her full time role heading up Operations for a large financial planning Licensee. After finishing her Visual Arts…

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Anna Perrett

Anna Perrett

Anna has experienced a lot, having taught Preschool in small regional towns and private schools in Sydney. She has degrees from Charles Sturt University, Macquarie University and is adding the University of New England to the collection. She started her family in Condobolin and moved to Orange in …

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Anthea Williamson

Anthea Williamson

Anthea is a mum, interiors and architectural photographer & yoga teacher. She is based in Sydney however loves to travel and explore places and people near & far. www.antheawilliamson.com

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Beth Pratley

Beth Pratley

Beth is a Bathurst local and the Musical Director of the Bathurst Panorama Chorus. In her non-chorus life, Beth is a Solicitor; the Head Steward for Cookery at the Royal Bathurst Show; a regular volunteer at the Bathurst Eisteddfod; a Life Member of the Bathurst Netball Association; a semi-regular…

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Cherie Rivas

Cherie Rivas

Cherie Rivas is the fresh thinking, straight shooting Women’s Health & Wellness Coach who shares her knowledge and experience in weight loss, psychology, personal training and yoga, together with her studies in nutritional medicine, epigenetics and chronobiology, to inspire and empower other wo…

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Christine Ghrayche

Christine Ghrayche

Christine Ghrayche is an Orange local and interior designer, passionate about helping others have their homes feel like a big ol’ hug when they walk in the door (the beauty is just the icing on the cake). In her own home, she juggles the responsibility of three little people, a dog named Coco, a ca…

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Christopher Booth

Christopher Booth

Dr Christopher Booth (Chinese med.) has been practising acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 20 years. He services the Central West from his clinics - East West Clinic in Orange (02 6361 9069), and Macquarie Natural Therapies in Bathurst (02 6332 1511). More info at www.orangechinesemed…

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Claire Ward

Claire Ward

Claire is passionate about nutrition and her focus is on womens and childrens health. Claire and her team at Ward Nutrition consult via telehealth or face to face in clinics in Orange and Bathurst. She focus on providing expert nutrition advice and counselling to those with eating disorders, weight…

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Danica Bunch

Danica Bunch

We work across all disciplines of marketing and public relations through our agencies and teams so that we bring the best experts to develop a strategy that clearly maps out your way forward. We will become part of your team and align with your business goals to ensure you have the blueprint for su…

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Darryl Curran

Darryl Curran

Darryl is a born and bred Orange local who runs Ecoscape Solutions, an erosion control and revegetation service, with his two brothers. Recently, they started Ecoscape Lawns & Gardens to fill the gap in the market for a local lawn service that goes beyond just mowing to assist families in achie…

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Diana Smith

Diana Smith

I'm an Orange-based photographer, writer, face painter and book designer. I enjoy meeting the lovely folk of our community and have been involved in publishing/media/comms for about 15 years. You can also find me at #DianaSmithBPD I have done several exhibitions and in 2022 published my own chil…

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Eliza Westcott

Eliza Westcott

Eliza lives in Orange and is married with three young children under the age of 7. They love family adventures and exploring the East Coast after relocating from Fremantle, WA. Eliza is a scientist from the city and is surprised to find herself shoveling alpaca poop on the vege garden since being c…

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Emily Thorburn

Emily Thorburn

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Emma Tree

Emma Tree

Hello! I’m Emma and I’m a school teacher and Mum of three little wildlings living in Cowra. I am super passionate about encouraging others to make the most of our beautiful town and enjoy the simple, unique and special things we have to offer. If I can have hand in encouraging visitors to our t…

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Gabrielle Staniforth

Gabrielle Staniforth

Gabby grew up in the Southern Highlands before moving to Sydney where she completed a Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Science. It was during her time working as a paediatric nurse that Gabby consolidated her passion for healthcare and decided to pursue a medical career. She moved to Western Aus…

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Genya Miller

Genya Miller

Genya Miller moved to the Central West more than 20 years ago to study Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations at Bathurst's Charles Sturt University. She worked for more than a decade as a television and radio newsreader and journalist in both commercial stations and at the national broadcaster …

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Hannah Healy

Hannah Healy

I'm a Mum of two beautiful boys, I'm passionate about advocating the rights of children with disabilities and helping those without a voice. I care about the environment and hope we can leave a beautiful world for the next generation to exist in.

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Heather Jones

Heather Jones

Heather is a dedicated entrepreneur, and the founder of Orange Organising Co., specialising in decluttering and organising homes in Orange and Central West NSW. You’ll often find her knee deep in other people’s clutter, with a sense of humour around the interesting items she may find and a strong d…

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Henrietta Hood

Henrietta Hood

Henrietta Hood is a horticulturist and one half of The Avid Gardener, Orange - the other half being the delightful Peta Swift. The two friends cofounded their business back in March 2020 (just as the world pandemic was announced) and haven’t looked back. Together they have a combined 35 years exper…

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Israr Ahmad

Israr Ahmad

Israr is part of the team at Bayside Psychotherapy, a Melbourne-based therapy practice helping people overcome anxiety, trauma, addiction, and other mental health challenges through a range of evidence-based approaches. He focuses on sharing helpful insights and mental health resources with a wider…

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Jane Thompson

Jane Thompson

I am passionate about educating the community regarding health and movement, especially in relation to the pelvis. I am frustrated at the lack of awareness and support for women; especially when it comes to pelvic issues such as pain, incontinence, bowel and gut symptoms. I want the community to fe…

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Jen Gyles

Jen Gyles

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Jess Robinson

Jess Robinson

With over 13 years of experience in the financial services industry, Jess has built strong, trusted relationships with her clients. She is passionate about helping her clients who have worked hard to reach where they are and who are now ready to take the next step, planning for a smoother, more sec…

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Jessica Hickman

Jessica Hickman

Jessica is a leadership coach, speaker, educator, and author with a core focus on empowering others to own their ability with authentic confidence driving change and innovation. As the founder of Bullyology, Jessica leads the Upstander Movement creating cultural change in workplaces and community. …

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Jo Braid

Jo Braid

Dr Jo Braid is a Life coach and MD specialising in burnout. She helps exhausted women overcome burnout and get their energy back. Jo lives in Orange, NSW, Australia with her husband and 3 lively sons. She continues to practice medicine as a Brain Injury Rehabilitation Physician part time. Jo enjoys…

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Joanne Lawrence-Bourne

Joanne Lawrence-Bourne

Joanne Lawrence-Bourne is a Clinical Psychologist in Orange, NSW. Joanne has a 20-year background in midwifery and reproductive counselling and understands the broad range of reproductive-related mental health needs for all adults. The reproductive journey involves navigating pregnancy childbirth a…

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Jodi Towns

Jodi Towns

I am an Orange Local - born and raised in the Central West. I am married to Josh and have three great kids, ranging from 8 - 14 years. I have been running my own photography business for nearly 25 years (with a break in the middle while raising kids) and am highly involved in our Church (Orange…

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John fox

John fox

John Fox is an operations and physical security specialist at FoxWatch Security, a premier private security provider offering trusted protection services across Melbourne, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast. With years of experience managing asset protection, mobile patrols, and event crowd safety, John …

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Jo Hunter

Jo Hunter

Jo grew up in Orange then spread her wings for sport, university and work opportunities for almost 20 years before returning in 2014. A mum of 3, Jo loves sport and seeing kids flourish in positive, healthy, sporting environments. A former member of the Australian Women's Cricket Team Jo has been h…

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Josie Sanders

Josie Sanders

Josie Sanders Mum to Natalie and Michael, Nonna Josie to Laura 3 and Alex 2, and married to Gary a mad “Liverpudlian” Hence where the name of our property Anfield came from as it’s Liverpool’s home ground. I work full time as an accountant, and this funds my gardening addiction. My hobbies are gar…

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Julie Nipperess

Julie Nipperess

With over 20 years’ experience, and a degree (Graduate Diploma) in Financial Planning, Julie Nipperess, founder of Step Up Financial Group, knows that with enough education, knowledge and financial literacy from a young age, her clients can ‘Step Up’ and take control of their financial future. “…

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Juliana Wilkinson

Juliana Wilkinson

I’m Juliana a mother of two children an older boy and a baby girl. I’ve moved to Australia six years ago to live with my ozzy husband, I come from Brazil but I have also lived in the USA for couple years in order to study and travel. Before you read any of my reviews I would like to first explai…

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Kara Weatherall

Kara Weatherall

Kara has lived in Cumnock for the last 3.5 years, since relocating from Sydney with her young family. She is a mum to three young boys and a High School Science teacher. She studied a Bachelor of Science at Sydney University and has a major in Geology. She is also a content creator on social media …

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Karina Natoli

Karina Natoli

Karina has lived in Bathurst for over 10 years, since moving from Sydney with her family as a teenager. She completed her studies at Charles Sturt University and now works as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist in Bathurst & Orange. Karina enjoys the sense of community that comes from living an…

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Kate Hook

Kate Hook

What Parents need to know about climate change, loss of biodiversity the war on waste, and what we can do about these things for our kids. In the blink of an eye, 10 years passed and my four children went from being toddlers and preschoolers, to being teenagers with whom I can have in-depth conv…

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Kate Ridley

Kate Ridley

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Kath Logan

Kath Logan

Kath works in stakeholder relations, is a qualified mediator and serial renovator. Her favourite things in the world are her niece and nephews, white shirts, art, dogs and laughter.

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Kirsten Cunningham

Kirsten Cunningham

Why hello there! I’m Kirsten, I’m a photographer and content creator and I live in Orange, NSW. Orange is my place. You know, that place that makes your heart sing, where you go outside breathe fresh air and smile just because, where people are funny and kind and the food and coffee are awesome. …

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Karen Trengove

Karen Trengove

Driven to support and work alongside parents and educators to create a world where every child is provided with the opportunity to become an effective communicator as communication is the key to successful relationships and participation in life.

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Libby Spencer

Libby Spencer

Marketing Manager at Ronald McDonald House Central West

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Marianna Saran

Marianna Saran

Marianna Saran moved from Toowoomba, Queensland to Orange, NSW in 2007 and has called the Colour City Home ever since. She has two gorgeous girls aged 10 & 8. Marianna is Head of Content for Central West Mums, a television journalist appearing on Prime7 News and is the director of her own real…

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Maryanne Jaques

Maryanne Jaques

Maryanne Jaques job-shares the Communications Officer role at regional arts development organisation Arts OutWest and is a mum of two girls. She lives in Bathurst.

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Melissa Nash

Melissa Nash

Food Technologist with 10+ years experience in food manufacturing, specialising in Food Safety, Quality Assurance and Product Development.

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Melissa Theobald

Melissa Theobald

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Michele Schiller

Michele Schiller

Michele Schiller is a self-proclaimed nerd who loves all things finance. As a qualified accountant, business owner, and bank manager she has most bases covered when it comes to money. Passionate about small business, Michele strives to assist owners in understanding their finances and make the most…

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Nadia Fathinia

Nadia Fathinia

Orange Feeding Clinic is an SOS informed practice run by Nadia Fathinia (paediatric Accredited Practising Dietitian) that balances nutrition in limited diets while using play-based learning to expand tolerance to new foods and textures.

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Natalie Davis

Natalie Davis

I moved to Orange in 2006 from Sydney, and have called it home ever since. I have a four year old daughter and two year old son with my husband who I met shortly after moving here. I studied Public Relations and Business Studies at CSU Bathurst and now currently work for a not-for-profit. My intere…

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Olivia Andrews

Olivia Andrews

Olivia Andrews – Funeral Director & Celebrant, Palliative Biographer & Mental Health Advocate Olivia Andrews is a Funeral Director & Celebrant, Palliative Biographer, and the creator of Diary of a Funeral Director, where she shares insights, stories, and reflections on embracing the be…

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Olivia Fox

Olivia Fox

👩‍⚕️ Dr Olivia Fox | GP & Cosmetic Physician | Mum of 3 Boys Hi, I’m Dr Olivia Fox, a General Practitioner and Cosmetic Physician working across Bathurst and Orange — and a proud mum of three energetic boys. At WYLAH Medical & Cosmetic, I offer a range of evidence-based treatments in…

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Pearl Butcher

Pearl Butcher

Pearl was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2007 (age 63), she had surgery in August then took up dragon boating the following October for the Dubbo Outback Dragons who at the time were the only club in the Western Region. In 2008 Pearl and seven others established dragon boating in Orange. She …

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Philippa Mitchell

Philippa Mitchell

I offer bras from size 8 to 28 and AA to K cups. I have underwired bras, non-wired bras, pocketed bras, maternity bras, soft cup and contour bras, sports bras and more. I also offer a range of briefs, swimswear, shapewear, camisoles and breast prostheses.

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Rob Zielinski

Rob Zielinski

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Robbie Robinson

Robbie Robinson

Based in Orange, Ex-teacher and Purveyor of business “The Market Cat” or Robbie Robinson as he is more typically known, has been providing top-quality Central West produce to leading restaurants/ and hotels to Sydney, The Blue Mountains, Canberra, and Qantas since 1985.  Robbie was also one of …

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Sandra Buchler

Sandra Buchler

Dr Sandra Buchler is a board registered Specialist Paediatric Dentist in the Central West, NSW. In fact, she is the only locally based Paediatric Dentist this side of the mountains! Dr Sandra worked as a general dentist in Orange for a few years before heading back to Westmead Hospital and The Ch…

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Sarah Buckerfield

Sarah Buckerfield

Sarah Buckerfield, I have lived in Orange NSW for 21 years and absolutely love it. The central west constantly has so many unturned treasures to discover. I have owned/operated a small beauty salon for the past 8 years and feel so humbled by the constant support, especially since having my first…

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Sarah Davis

Sarah Davis

Sarah is a mother to her two boys and is also an experienced Occupational Therapist, SCENAR and Physiokey practitioner with over 15 years experience. After working for many years as a sole practitioner, Sarah expanded her practice and opened Total Health Orange in 2015 to enable her to help more pe…

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Sarah Hoskin

Sarah Hoskin

Although she was born in Rabaul PNG, Sarah has spent most of her professional life honing her skills in horticulture and landscape design here in the Central West of NSW. As a farm kid her appreciation for nature and the seasonal impact upon it was formed. Sarah’s appreciation for beautiful gard…

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Sarah Nicholson

Sarah Nicholson

Sarah is a freelance editor and writer based in Aotearoa New Zealand. She previously spent many years as the editor of lush food magazines, including delicious. in Australia and Cuisine in New Zealand.

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Seana Smith

Seana Smith

Seana Smith is a professional writer and a very unprofessional mother of four teenagers and young adults. Seana lives in Orange where she freelances for magazines, newspapers and non-profit organisations and runs the Sober Journeys and Swim The World websites.

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Shannon Williams

Shannon Williams

Mum to two wonderful daughters, 5 years and 9 months, the oldest who has ADHD and Autism. After a career as a high school Maths teacher, I decided to move to Orange in mid 2018 with my husband so we could spend more time together as a family. It was the best decision we have ever made and we have e…

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Shelly Horton

Shelly Horton

Shelly Horton is a journalist, TV presenter, keynote speaker, emcee and runs her own company ShellShocked Media . Where she teaches media training, how to improve your confidence and how to nail your next presentation. Basically, she helps people find their inner Beyoncé. She’s also smack bang i…

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Sarah-Jane Leon

Sarah-Jane Leon

Sarah-Jane is a mother of two sets of twin girls aged 15 and 11. Although residing in Sydney, SJ is a country girl at heart, with family in the Central West and Northern Tablelands. Sarah-Jane loves her local community, food, wine and watching her daughters dance. With a background in Healthcare, S…

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Sree Avirneni

Sree Avirneni

I’m Sree, a local CPA qualified accountant and co-owner of Growth Zone Accounting based in Orange. With more than a decade of experience in accounting, taxation, and business advisory , I work closely with individuals and small business owners across Central West to simplify finances and support lo…

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Tilly Pamment

Tilly Pamment

Tilly is a cook, photographer and designer, based in the Blue Mountains, Australia, with her husband and two small children. Here, in between chasing kids around, she photographs food and flowers, designs botanical-print linens and greeting cards, and writes seasonal baking recipes for her website …

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Tim Nicholson

Tim Nicholson

Dr Nicholson grew up in the Central West of New South Wales. After graduating in medicine from Sydney University in 1989 and obtaining his surgical fellowship in Urology in 1998, he was keen to pursue an career in rural surgery and moved to Orange in early 1999. Married to Ana with two grown up chi…

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Vanessa Delaney

Vanessa Delaney

Vanessa Delaney is a member of Central West Mums and has two daughters, aged 22 and 17. Vanessa has a strong interest in mental health and wellbeing and is the Senior Development Officer at the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health, one of Central West Mum’s mental health partner organisations.…

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Victoria Kotasthane

Victoria Kotasthane

Victoria works as a GP in Orange, having emigrated from the UK 7 years ago. She has particular interests in women’s, adolescent and mental health. She is also a mum to 3 children- Rohan (11), Luca (8) and Anoushka (5), and 2 fur babies (Charlie and Izzy!).

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