Jess Needham
Jess joined the Ark Team at the end of 2022 as an animal attendant/receptionist and has loved it ever since! Having grown up around cats her whole life, she has always had a passion for learning more about our animal companions. Jess loves being able to meet new faces in the clinic and is always happy to lend a helping hand.
She is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and International Studies. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, hanging out with her good friends, and cuddling her two rescue cats Jack and Max.
Jess Needham
Jess joined the Ark Team at the end of 2022 as an animal attendant/receptionist and has loved it ever since! Having grown up around cats her whole life, she has always had a passion for learning more about our animal companions. Jess loves being able to meet new faces in the clinic and is always happy to lend a helping hand.
She is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and International Studies. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, hanging out with her good friends, and cuddling her two rescue cats Jack and Max.
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Hollie Blanchard
Hollie joined our team in 2020 in the hopes of pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. She now studies the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Sydney. She is glad to bring many of the skills and experiences she has gained at the clinic into her future study.
From a family of multi-generational farmers, Hollie has always had animals in her life and loves caring for both large and small. In her spare time Hollie develops her leadership and teamwork skills as a rugby player, sport coach and tutor. At home, her two fluffy puppies – Maddie the spoodle and Millie the groodle keep her and her family endlessly entertained with their crazy antics.
Hollie Blanchard
Hollie joined our team in 2020 in the hopes of pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. She now studies the Bachelor of Veterinary Biology, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Sydney. She is glad to bring many of the skills and experiences she has gained at the clinic into her future study.
From a family of multi-generational farmers, Hollie has always had animals in her life and loves caring for both large and small. In her spare time Hollie develops her leadership and teamwork skills as a rugby player, sport coach and tutor. At home, her two fluffy puppies – Maddie the spoodle and Millie the groodle keep her and her family endlessly entertained with their crazy antics.
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Georgie Needham
Georgie joined completed her High School Work Experience in 2022 and joined the team shortly after as a part-time attendant. Georgie is currently studying Animal Veterinary Bioscience at University of Sydney. She has a deep passion for all animals with a special interest in horses and large animals.
Before joining the Ark, Georgia worked as a stable hand and enjoyed all aspects of working with horses, including riding. In her free time, she can be found studying, reading, and relaxing on the couch with her cats. Overall, Georgia loves that no two days are the same at the Ark.
Georgie Needham
Georgie joined completed her High School Work Experience in 2022 and joined the team shortly after as a part-time attendant. Georgie is currently studying Animal Veterinary Bioscience at University of Sydney. She has a deep passion for all animals with a special interest in horses and large animals.
Before joining the Ark, Georgia worked as a stable hand and enjoyed all aspects of working with horses, including riding. In her free time, she can be found studying, reading, and relaxing on the couch with her cats. Overall, Georgia loves that no two days are the same at the Ark.
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Cheryl
Cheryl joined the Ark team in April 2025. She moved to Sydney from Hong Kong at the age of 14 and quickly fell in love with caring for animals after having more opportunities to interact with and learn about wildlife.
Currently studying a Certificate II in Animal Care, Cheryl has a particular interest in wildlife rehabilitation and hopes to pursue a career in veterinary nursing, while continuing to volunteer with rescue and rehabilitation efforts in her spare time. Prior to joining the Ark, Cheryl volunteered for three years at a local cat shelter, gaining valuable experience in companion animal care.
At home, she shares her life with Kashi, a very clever (and a little too spoiled) 7 year old Border Collie; Big Guy, her laid-back bearded dragon; and two new feline menaces, Sweeney and Muffin, who rule the house with chaos and charm.
Cheryl
Cheryl joined the Ark team in April 2025. She moved to Sydney from Hong Kong at the age of 14 and quickly fell in love with caring for animals after having more opportunities to interact with and learn about wildlife.
Currently studying a Certificate II in Animal Care, Cheryl has a particular interest in wildlife rehabilitation and hopes to pursue a career in veterinary nursing, while continuing to volunteer with rescue and rehabilitation efforts in her spare time. Prior to joining the Ark, Cheryl volunteered for three years at a local cat shelter, gaining valuable experience in companion animal care.
At home, she shares her life with Kashi, a very clever (and a little too spoiled) 7 year old Border Collie; Big Guy, her laid-back bearded dragon; and two new feline menaces, Sweeney and Muffin, who rule the house with chaos and charm.
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