Rachel has been involved with Riverside since 1997 and has worked in all area’s of the clinic except being a vet. She really enjoys working with the farming clients, and has a great knowledge of products and the farming industry. 

Renea is originally from Timaru and has lived in Ranfurly now for nearly three years. She was managing another vet clinic when she first moved to Ranfurly, however after deciding to concentrate on her passion which is vet nursing she applied for the role at our clinic after a position came up. She has a Certificate in Office Management and is currently half way through study for her Certificate in Veterinary Nursing. The favourite part of her role is being able to ensure clients leave the clinic with 100% satisfaction of the service that we provide. Outside of work she has three dogs, two cats and three sheep, which is apparently her limit according to her partner! She also enjoys camping and spending time with family and friends.

Rob is a Massey University Graduate (1983) who after graduation enjoyed his first few years as a vet based in picturesque Wanaka, where he developed an affinity for the high country and deer farming. To further his experience Rob then worked as a veterinary locum throughout the UK in many varied and interesting jobs dealing with the range of animals the UK experience brings including monkeys and snakes. The lure of NZ brought him home and Rob has been based in Ashburton since the late 1980’s predominantly working with production animals (sheep/deer/beef) and no snakes.   He is actively involved in the Deer Industry as an auditor for the NVSB as well as acting as a TB tester trainer/assessor for the NQVS.  Outside of work Rob lives on a lifestyle property in Tai Tapu with his wife Sarita and two girls. Having no musical ability, and being too old to play rugby Rob enjoys the family time and shares a passion for travel with his wife.