About us.

EquiVets Victoria is dedicated to providing the highest quality equine veterinary services for you and your horse, from racehorses, elite athletes, broodmares and your loved companion.

Equivets Victoria is a full service ambulatory equine practice, serving the greater areas of Daylesford, Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Geelong and everywhere in between!

EquiVets Victoria takes pride in best practice protocols, ensuring a level of exceptional care where the welfare of the horse is always paramount.

Meet the team at Equivets Victoria.

Dr. Emma Nicol BVSc
Director / Senior Veterinarian

Dr. Emma Nicol grew up on a sheep and beef farm, in the Western District of Victoria. She has been involved with and riding horses for as long as she remembers.

Emma undertook a Diploma of Horse Business Management at Marcus Oldham College before undertaking her veterinary degree at Massey University, NZ.

On completion of her Veterinary Degree in 2005, Emma then went to further her veterinary education at Kansas State University,KS, USA. Here she completed an Internship in Equine Internal Medicine and Surgery, intensively training with world renowned equine medicine and surgery specialists. It was here that Dr. Emma's passion for equine medicine was realised and she continually strives to practise the highest standard of veterinary medicine.

Emma is a qualified FEI Veterinarian and FEI Treating Veterinarian. Emma is a current member of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) and Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA). Emma is also a former EVA, Victorian State Representative.

Emma, known for her easy going, genuine and generous nature and is always improving on her knowledge with further education.

Emma has a passion for equine sports medicine and working with riders and their horses to achieve their goals. Her main interest is equine medicine and is interested in everything from foals to geriatrics. She is also passionate about thoroughbred and standardbred racing and achieving the best from all competing horses.

Dr. Georgina Spillane MVB
Associate Veterinarian

Georgina has joined Equivets Victoria from Dublin, Ireland.

Georgina studied Veterinary Medicine at University College Dublin before completing an equine surgical internship at one of the largest equine hospitals in the world, Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Kentucky. In addition to this world-class experience, Georgina undertook a second equine internship at University College Dublin, rotating between the medicine and surgical departments.

Georgina’s love of all things equine began at an early age, particularly competitive polocrosse. Georgina has played internationally for Ireland both at a junior level and with an U21s team. She has travelled to the UK, Australia and South Africa playing polocrosse and is eager to compete here in the Victorian polocrosse league next season.

  • Emerald has been riding horses since she could walk. She started with Pony Club and moved into the show world with her ponies as well as her home-bred Riding Ponies.

    Emerald has had many successes in the Show Ring including many State Title Championships as well as Royal Championships. She then started Dressage and has focused mainly on the Pony Dressage section we’re her successes continued with many State and National Championships. Currently, she has 2 ponies in work, a German Riding Pony who she is bringing along through the Dressage levels, as well as an Arabian Riding Pony who will be shown in the Arab ring as well as exploring Show Jumping and Eventing.

    Emerald has always worked with horses at performance stables, racing stables, and equine rehab centre and now she is excited to be following her love for the care of animals into the equine vet nursing role here at EquiVets Victoria with Dr Emma Nicol

  • Having studied Animal care and management through Bendigo Tafe, Bec brings to the Equivets Farm team a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has worked around horses for most of her career, managing and working in a number of large racing stables. Outside of work hours, Bec runs a non for profit animal sanctuary called Bumpys Mission Sheep Sanctuary.

  • Beverly has worked in the Equine Veterinary space in Melbourne for over 20 years.

    Beverly met Dr Emma Nicol and joined the the Equivets practice in 2015, where she has been happy since.

    Beverly has a keen interest in the Geelong Football Club, racing and cricket.

  • Georgie Nicol is a 3-year-old, 65kg Rottweiler who is larger than most jockeys.

    Here at Equivets Victoria George is known for demanding belly rubs and being adorable. His job description includes overseeing the farm, loving foals and helping heal sick horses.

Frequently Asked Questions.

  • Agistment costs at Elegriá Equine Centre vary depending on the care and services required by you and your horse.

    For more information on our agistment, stabling and spelling fees, please reach out to us by clicking here

  • We offer comprehensive healthcare management for horses. This includes regular health checks, parasite control, skin checks, medication management, and access to immediate expert veterinary care in case of emergencies.

  • Equivets provides exceptional post-surgical care for horses. Our dedicated team ensures thorough monitoring, wound management, pain management, and rehabilitation support to optimise the healing process and ensure a smooth recovery for your horse after surgery.

  • Our equine veterinary practice provides a range of services including routine check-ups, vaccinations, lameness evaluations. We also offer agistment facilities for horse owners who require boarding services.

    To see all of our services click here

  • Yes, we offer a full ambulatory service across the Daylesford, Ballarat, Bendigo and the wider Central Western Victoria region.

    Equivets provides on-site veterinary care at your location. Our experienced veterinarians are equipped to handle a wide range of medical conditions, routine vaccinations and other healthcare needs, brought to you and your horse.

  • Equivets breeding services include live cover fresh and frozen semen insemination. Follicle scanning and undertaking preparations for embryo transfer. Our experienced veterinarians utilize cutting-edge technology and proven methods to maximise breeding success and are happy to assist in achieving your equine breeding goals.