Tales from Australia CAN
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Chalky brings pawsitivity to the office
Posted: June 2025
Julie Jensen works at Pepperit, a marketing agency in Newcastle NSW, and brings her dog Chalky into the office a couple of days a week. While Chalky may not contribute much to the team’s campaigns or strategy meetings, his impact is undeniable.
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Benji the physiotherapy assistant
Posted: June 2025
Director and physiotherapist Deb Mooney from Inspired Physiotherapy* in Sydney has been bringing her dog, Benji, to work since he was 13 weeks old. Now nearly two years old, the friendly German Shorthaired Pointer has become a beloved part of the team, bringing comfort, companionship and a healthy dose of distraction to clients recovering from injury.
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Monty wins hearts at home and in the office
Posted: September 2024
Kate Kelly is the manager for Hula Bar and Restaurant in Karratha WA where a fundraiser for SAFE Inc earlier this year led to the adoption of a kitten named Monty. Little did anyone know how quicky he would win hearts at home and the business.
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Maz is delighted to have Happy at work at Triple M
Posted: August 2024
Maz Compton, the lively Breakfast Host on Triple M Central Coast (NSW), enjoys bringing her furry sidekick, Happy, to Triple M’s pet friendly office.
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Sheila and Sookie find a second chance at love at the perfect time thanks to SAFE Inc
Posted: July 2024
Sheila Markwick is 85 years old, legally blind due to macular degeneration and lives in a pet-friendly retirement village in Exmouth, WA. Sadly, her beloved Jack Russell, Rosie, passed away not too long ago, leaving a profound emptiness in her heart and home.
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Animals bring a special kind of love into aged care
Posted: July 2024
Tara Trevanion is the General Manager of BUPA Aged Care in New Farm, a modern aged care home situated near the beautiful Brisbane River and Brisbane CBD, featuring open and shaded courtyards and gardens for families, friends and pets to enjoy each other’s company.
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Snug Village staff and residents embrace pets and joy
Posted: July 2024
At Snug Village in Tasmania, the presence of animals is not just a policy — it’s a testament to the love and care that the staff provide, ensuring that every resident feels at home, surrounded by the warmth and companionship of furry and feathered friends.
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