Osteopathy Australia employs a small but dedicated team of skilled and experienced staff to manage the organisation, deliver member services, develop better policies and lobby government for better access and funding of osteopathic healthcare, and promote osteopathy as a primary healthcare profession.
Osteopathy Australia staff
Antony Nicholas
Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary
As well as being the CEO of Osteopathy Australia, Antony is the national Chair of Allied Health Professions Australia (a peak alliance of allied health professions in Australia). He studied biological sciences at the Curtin University of Technology in WA, with further postgraduate studies in education and natural resource management. Antony has a diverse career background with senior roles in health, health promotion, health-consumer rights, education and dispute resolution, mainly within the not-for-profit sector.
As well as being the CEO of Osteopathy Australia, Antony is the national Chair of Allied Health Professions Australia (a peak alliance of allied health professions in Australia). He studied biological sciences at the Curtin University...
Dominic honed his learning and development skills whilst he was the Principal and CEO at one of Australia’s oldest business colleges, where he was instrumental in guiding scores of graduates into employment with law firms across Sydney.
Dominic’s educational experiences includes facilitating training for clients such as The Sydney Turf Club, ClubsNSW, The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea, Greater Union Cinemas and IGA. Dominic also wrote curriculum for TAFE NSW and the inaugural Club Directors Foundation Masterclass for ClubsNSW.
Dominic has embraced Osteopathy Australia's digital presence, drawing on his instructional designer experience and learner experience credentials from Curtin University and RMIT online. As importantly, Dominic understands the nature of membership-based entities. He was a pivotal part of the team that pioneered smart-card technology in Australia whilst working with a registered club with over 27,000 members.
Dominic is a Fellow of the Commercial Education Society of Australia and served in the Infantry with the 2nd/17th Battalion, Royal NSW Regiment with the Australian Army Reserve.
Dominic honed his learning and development skills whilst he was the Principal and CEO at one of Australia’s oldest business colleges, where he was instrumental in guiding scores of graduates into employment with law...
Recently having completed her Bachelor of Business majoring in administration, Katherine is typically the first point of contact for many members of the association. With a background in customer service gained across a variety of business environments ranging from sole traders to multinational conglomerates such as French multinational luxury goods holding and conglomerate LVMH - Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Katherine works to support and enhance the member experience at Osteopathy Australia, providing both information and technical solutions to an array of questions and queries.
Recently having completed her Bachelor of Business majoring in administration, Katherine is typically the first point of contact for many members of the association. With a background in customer service gained across a variety...
Natasha has spent seven years working in corporate general practice holding a variety of roles in clinic and operational management, system implementation and maintenance, and registrar liaison before focusing more on policy and clinical governance. She holds a BA in Development Studies (Macquarie University) and a Master of Science in Environmental Health (Macquarie University) and has continued her studies with the completion of a Graduate Cert in Health Service Management, Safety and Quality (University of Tasmania).
Natasha has spent seven years working in corporate general practice holding a variety of roles in clinic and operational management, system implementation and maintenance, and registrar liaison before focusing more on policy and clinical...
Simone has many years of experience working in membership, database administration and marketing roles in the not-for-profit sector. She undertook further studies during this time, gaining a Cert IV in IT and Database Administration. Before this, Simone helped manage a family business for several years, after migrating from Africa.
Simone is our membership maestro working to enhance member services, and to support members’ experience at Osteopathy Australia.
Simone has many years of experience working in membership, database administration and marketing roles in the not-for-profit sector. She undertook further studies during this time, gaining a Cert IV in IT and Database Administration....
Simona Rybar has over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, where she developed a deep passion for health and wellness. Over the years, she expanded her skill set and transitioned into real estate, becoming a licensed agent. This new career path naturally led her to explore the world of marketing and social media, where she found a new way to connect with people and share valuable information. Simona holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce and is always eager to learn and grow, constantly seeking out new opportunities to develop her skills.
In addition to her career in real estate and marketing, Simona continues to stay actively involved in fitness, still teaching fitness classes as a way to maintain her connection to the health and wellness community. As our Social Media Coordinator, she is passionate about promoting osteopathy, engaging with Osteopathy Australia’s members, and educating the public about the benefits of this vital healthcare discipline.
Simona Rybar has over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, where she developed a deep passion for health and wellness. Over the years, she expanded her skill set and transitioned into real estate, becoming a licensed agent....
Stephanie has over 10 years of experience in the health sector and is an experienced leader with a background and passion for the development of health policy. She has held various roles in the health sector with HealthConsult, eHealth NSW, The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO), as well as in Pharmacy and with a private Speech Pathology clients. Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Major in Speech and Hearing) from the University of Sydney
Stephanie has over 10 years of experience in the health sector and is an experienced leader with a background and passion for the development of health policy. She has held various roles in the health sector with HealthConsult, eHealth...
Rebekka is responsible for developing communications and marketing strategies to grow awareness of osteopathy, to engage with members and the wider community. After originally studying Classical Studies, Rebekka found her way into communications and marketing in the healthcare sector – FMCG, pharmaceutical, FMCG, advocacy groups, charities, government and private companies. She loves that communications allows you to be both creative and analytical.
Rebekka is responsible for developing communications and marketing strategies to grow awareness of osteopathy, to engage with members and the wider community. After originally studying Classical Studies, Rebekka found her way into...
Leng has over 15 years’ experience in customer, membership services and management, in a diverse range of organisations including the NRMA, private health funds, telecommunications and hospitality, and has qualifications in management and leadership. In her previous role, Leng managed the daily operations of a contact centre and implemented innovative processes to ensure the seamless functioning of the organisation’s policies.
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Leng has over 15 years’ experience in customer, membership services and management, in a diverse range of organisations including the NRMA, private health funds, telecommunications and hospitality, and has qualifications in...
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