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Administration Staff

Catherine Barker

Catherine Barker

Catherine Barker

Catherine has been a valued member of the PhysioFit team for many years. Her role as Practice Manager includes financial management, human resource management and overseeing daily office tasks. 


 In her spare time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring Tassie’s landscapes, and has a strong interest in fitness. 

Amanda Donnellan

Catherine Barker

Catherine Barker

Amanda has been a valued member of the PhysioFit reception team for many years. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening and is a devoted dog lover.

Alicia Lusted

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Emily Jongeling

   Alicia was welcomed into the Physiofit family in 2025. She loves all things fitness as well as wine tasting and big breakfasts!

Emily Jongeling

Emily Jongeling

Emily Jongeling

Emily joined the Physiofit reception team in 2025.   

Emily enjoys camping, fishing, boating and spending time with family and friends. 

Louise Micallef

Emily Jongeling

Louise Micallef

  Louise has called Tasmania home since Nov 2025. 

In in her spare time, Louise enjoys exploring her new surroundings, particularly discovering dog-friendly beaches and walks to enjoy with her border collie Max.


She is also passionate about gardening and loves expressing her creativity in the kitchen, whipping up culinary delights.

Physiotherapists

Graham Franklin

Graham Franklin

Graham Franklin

Graham graduated in the UK as a Physiotherapist in 2005. He spent the first 5 years of his career working in the UK health service consolidating his clinical skills in all the core areas of musculoskeletal Physio. He worked for the British Army for 3 years, private practice in France and Rugby clubs before his move to Tassie and Physiofit

Graham graduated in the UK as a Physiotherapist in 2005. He spent the first 5 years of his career working in the UK health service consolidating his clinical skills in all the core areas of musculoskeletal Physio. He worked for the British Army for 3 years, private practice in France and Rugby clubs before his move to Tassie and Physiofit in early 2015. He has brought a wealth of clinical experience with interests in Orthopaedic rehabilitation and TMJ (Jaw) pain and is comfortable treating patients of all ages and abilities. He enjoys keeping fit, is a keen mountain biker and loves exploring the delights of Tassie. 

Lani Helbig

Graham Franklin

Graham Franklin

 Lani brings experience in paediatrics, pre and post natal care, cardiothoracic physiotherapy, manual handling (training and problem solving) and aged care. Lani is a Level III workplace trainer in Manutention, a French way of manual handling that is becoming increasingly popular across aged care. Lani also has a Certificate IV in Workpla

 Lani brings experience in paediatrics, pre and post natal care, cardiothoracic physiotherapy, manual handling (training and problem solving) and aged care. Lani is a Level III workplace trainer in Manutention, a French way of manual handling that is becoming increasingly popular across aged care. Lani also has a Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training. Training is probably Lani’s favourite aspect of being a Physiotherapist.  

David Sluis

Graham Franklin

David Sluis

 David joined the Physiofit team in 2017. He is a qualified physiotherapist who completed his studies at the University of South Australia. Prior to this he graduated from the University of Tasmania with a degree in Exercise Science.David has a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and instructing exercise classes for all fitness levels. 

Shesh Sigdel

Matthew Spanos

Matthew Spanos

Shesh graduated in Bangalore, India from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2014. He gained experience in a Hospital setting where he focused on Neurological Rehabilitation before moving to Australia (QLD) from Nepal. 

Shesh is experienced in Aged Care for pain management and functional assessments and keen to deliver rehabilita

Shesh graduated in Bangalore, India from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2014. He gained experience in a Hospital setting where he focused on Neurological Rehabilitation before moving to Australia (QLD) from Nepal. 

Shesh is experienced in Aged Care for pain management and functional assessments and keen to deliver rehabilitation and exercise classes for all age groups.

Shesh has left the tropics of Queensland for the cool and beautiful surrounds of Northern Tasmania.

Matthew Spanos

Matthew Spanos

Matthew Spanos

  Matthew graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2025 with a Master of Physiotherapy after initially completing a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at UTAS in 2022. 

Matthew has experience in neurological, respiratory and rehabilitation areas of practice. He has a particular interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy including ma

  Matthew graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2025 with a Master of Physiotherapy after initially completing a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at UTAS in 2022. 

Matthew has experience in neurological, respiratory and rehabilitation areas of practice. He has a particular interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy including managing upper and lower limb sporting injuries, neck and back pain, post-op recovery and optimising strength and function for individuals across the lifespan to both prevent and manage injuries. 


He enjoys incorporating a combination of hands-on therapy and exercise to empower people to live healthy and active lives. 


Outside of work, Matthew enjoys staying active through running and mountain biking, spending time in nature and catching up with family and friends. 

Elsje Potgieter

Elsje Potgieter

Elsje Potgieter

 Originally from the small town of Calitzdorp in South Africa, Elsje graduated from the University of the Free State in 2021. 


During her studies, she gained extensive experience across several government hospitals, developing strong clinical skills while working with a diverse range of patients. 


Elsje has a particular interest in neurolog

 Originally from the small town of Calitzdorp in South Africa, Elsje graduated from the University of the Free State in 2021. 


During her studies, she gained extensive experience across several government hospitals, developing strong clinical skills while working with a diverse range of patients. 


Elsje has a particular interest in neurological rehabilitation, especially stroke (CVA) recovery, and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She has completed further training in Dry Needling, Mastering Mobility Post-CVA, and Cerebral Palsy rehabilitation. 


Outside of work, Elsje enjoys spending time outdoors, walking her two dogs, and catching up with friends over a traditional South African braai.  

Katherine Kelly

Elsje Potgieter

Elsje Potgieter

    Kath graduated as a physiotherapist in 1990 and began her career in the UK National Health Service, where she spent nine years working predominantly in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. 


After moving to Tasmania in 2001, she worked at the Launceston General Hospital and local community hospitals, developing expertise in scar management, h

    Kath graduated as a physiotherapist in 1990 and began her career in the UK National Health Service, where she spent nine years working predominantly in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. 


After moving to Tasmania in 2001, she worked at the Launceston General Hospital and local community hospitals, developing expertise in scar management, hand and upper limb rehabilitation, lymphoedema, burns and trauma, and breast cancer rehabilitation. 


In 2015, Kath returned to the UK and established her own private practice, with a special interest in hands-on treatment using Myofascial Release (MFR) and Muscle Energy Techniques (MET). 

Now back in Tasmania, Kath is passionate about delivering personalised, evidence-based care that helps people move well, reduce pain and return to the activities they enjoy. 

Exercise Physiologists

Kahlia Perry

Lachlan Farrell

Lachlan Farrell

Kahlia is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2017 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Professional Honours in Exercise Physiology. Since graduating Kahlia has predominately worked in a private practice setting working with clients with a range of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic he

Kahlia is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2017 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Professional Honours in Exercise Physiology. Since graduating Kahlia has predominately worked in a private practice setting working with clients with a range of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic health conditions. Kahlia is passionate about educating individuals on the power of exercise for both prevention and treatment and providing tailored exercise programs to help clients achieve their goals and improve their health. Outside of work Kahlia enjoys staying fit and active by strength training in the gym, playing touch football and exploring the natural beauty that Tasmania’s environment has to offer. 

Lachlan Farrell

Lachlan Farrell

Lachlan Farrell

  Lachlan is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who completed his Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at UTAS in 2022, before going on to complete a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Charles Sturt University in 2025.

Lachlan has worked in the public sector covering some of Tasmania’s rural areas along the East Coast and North-

  Lachlan is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who completed his Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at UTAS in 2022, before going on to complete a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Charles Sturt University in 2025.

Lachlan has worked in the public sector covering some of Tasmania’s rural areas along the East Coast and North-East, with PhysioFit being his introduction to private practise.

Lachlan’s interests cover all parts of Exercise Physiology, and loves to see people find exercises that they enjoy to help them reach their goals. Lachlan loves to help guide people through their health journey, being a supporter each step of the way.

When outside of work, Lachlan likes to spend time in the gym or out walking the dogs to keep active.

Ben Tang

Lachlan Farrell

Ben Tang

 Originally from Brisbane, Ben is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who completed his Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours) in 2024, with his honours research focusing on Motor Neuron Disease. 

He has experience working with athletes, people with neurological conditions, individuals experiencing mental health challenges, and

 Originally from Brisbane, Ben is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who completed his Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours) in 2024, with his honours research focusing on Motor Neuron Disease. 

He has experience working with athletes, people with neurological conditions, individuals experiencing mental health challenges, and people with disability, as well as a strong background in strength and conditioning. 

Ben's clinical interests include neurological rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning. He has also completed professional development in Exercise Therapy for Autism and Paediatrics. 

Outside of work, Ben enjoys strength training, cooking, camping, playing soccer and learning the piano. 

Massage Therapists

Denise Wesley

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

Denise has been a member of the Physiofit team since 2012 and provides an extensive range of qualified services. These includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy*, Remedial Massage Therapy and Yoga which has provided her with knowledge on the therapeutic benefits of stretching.

Denise also holds qualifications in cupping and completed furt

Denise has been a member of the Physiofit team since 2012 and provides an extensive range of qualified services. These includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy*, Remedial Massage Therapy and Yoga which has provided her with knowledge on the therapeutic benefits of stretching.

Denise also holds qualifications in cupping and completed further study in neck and shoulder pain. She has a keen interest in all of these areas.

In her down time Denise enjoys jazz, tap dance, drawing and eating chocolate!

* see Services for further details.

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

JJ qualified as a Remedial Massage Therapist in 2014 having studied in Victoria. Since joining Physiofit in 2015 she has gained much experience in a range of massage modalities including, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial release and Pregnancy massage. She is passionate about good health and well-being

JJ qualified as a Remedial Massage Therapist in 2014 having studied in Victoria. Since joining Physiofit in 2015 she has gained much experience in a range of massage modalities including, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial release and Pregnancy massage. She is passionate about good health and well-being for members of the whole family. When not working as a RMT, JJ is being mum to Phoebe And Hugo, while working on the farm as well.   

Cecilia Ngavavia

Jennifer (JJ) Archer

Cecilia Ngavavia

Cecilia graced Physiofit with her presence in March, 2017, joining the team as a massage therapist. Originally from New Zealand, with Pacific Island background, she has 20 years of massage experience, working in clinics, hospices, hospitals and her own business. Her style is unique and caters for each individual. Cecilia has a wonderful s

Cecilia graced Physiofit with her presence in March, 2017, joining the team as a massage therapist. Originally from New Zealand, with Pacific Island background, she has 20 years of massage experience, working in clinics, hospices, hospitals and her own business. Her style is unique and caters for each individual. Cecilia has a wonderful sense of humour, keeping the staff entertained. When not massaging she spends her time reading.


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