Melissa started at Bundoora Veterinary Hospital in 2002 and graduated from NMIT in 2003 with a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She also has a certificate in dog training.

Melissa holds a certificate in first aid and while working at Bundoora she gained her Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Nursing.

Outside of veterinary nursing, Melissa enjoys water skiing, spending time with her husband, her son Tailym, her daughter Lily and going out with friends.