FOOT CENTRE - Key Persons


Alexandra Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Specialist

Alison Fitzgerald

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • Owner
Alison is the owner of The Foot Centre and is passionate about providing the communities of North East Victoria and Southern NSW the best possible podiatric care. She has worked hard to become well connected with other health practitioners in the area to allow the best outcomes for the patients of The Foot Centre. Alison has worked extensively in both public and private practice over the last 30 years and consequently has a lot of experience in all areas of podiatry. She particularly enjoys helping novice and intermediate level "weekend warriors" work towards their fitness and exercise goals. She is a strong advocate for making physical activity part of your daily routine and is motivated to help get her patients back enjoying their chosen physical pursuit.

Bonnie Doon Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Podiatrist Needs? Find Us in in Benalla
  • Podiatrist Needs? Visit Our Benalla Centre
  • Specialist
The Foot Centre Benalla is here to help you with your foot pain so you can get back to doing what you love again. With professional, compassionate care we will work with you and your individual needs to improve your health and wellbeing. The Foot Centre Benalla is only a short drive from Bonnie Doon. We look forward to welcoming you. Bonnie Doon is a small town located in north-east Victoria, Australia. It is approximately 35 kilometers south-east of the Foot Centre Benalla, making it easily accessible by car or public transport.

Everton Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Specialist

Jane Wachter

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
Jane returns to The Foot Centre after 12 years. She is enjoying reestablishing friendships with staff and clients alike. Jane is the resident cook at The Foot Centre and we all look forward to Jane's shifts. When not at work Jane enjoys walking, gardening, cooking and spending time with her family including her puppy dog.

Jo Direen

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Jo joined The Foot Centre in 2014 as Receptionist in a part time capacity. Jo became the Office Manager in 2015 and has been excelling in the role ever since. Jo works full time in the Wangaratta Clinic.

Kim Newman

Job Titles:
  • Podiatrist
Kim Newman is a Wangaratta local who joined The Foot Centre team in 2020. She completed her studies in Podiatry at Charles Sturt University and graduated in 2015. Since then she has worked in a private practice in Wodonga. Kim enjoys all aspects of Podiatry and is always ready to tackle a new challenge - particularly when it comes to biomechanics and musculoskeletal injury and rehabilitation. In her spare time Kim enjoys spending time with her family and friends, keeping active and spoiling her two German Shepherds!

Lauren Whinray

Job Titles:
  • Podiatrist
Graduating from Charles Sturt University in 2007, Lauren worked at The Foot Centre for 2 years before pursing her passion for managing and treating the High Risk Foot. The Foot Centre obtained funding through the Primary Health Network so Wangaratta can have her expertise onsite on a Monday. This is an invaluable service and Lauren and her clients are achieving amazing results. Lauren can be found in Benalla on Tuesdays and Wangaratta Mondays and every second Thursday. When not saving limbs, Lauren loves spending time with her three kiddies, camp drafting and the outdoors.

Shell Edward

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
Shell returned to The Foot Centre in 2020 after an absence of six years. She is happy to be back and to see lots of familiar faces. Shell works in benalla Mondays Tuesdays and every second Fridays and Wangaratta on Thursdays Shell is having fun putting the finishing touches on her forever home in Mansfield with her husband Chris. Shell enjoys walking, camping and fishing. Once her house is completed she looks forward to creating her artwork once again

Violet Town Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Specialist

Wilby Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Specialist

Winton Orthotics

Job Titles:
  • Specialist