Sports & Family Podiatry

15/01/2026

So lovely catching up with our patient Lauren recently 💛

We first worked with Lauren last year as she prepared for the London Marathon, and it was such a treat to see her again when she brought her daughter in — especially when she also brought along her finishing medal 🏅 (pictured!).

Moments like this are exactly why we love what we do. Helping people recover, get stronger, and achieve their fitness goals — and then seeing the results down the line — never gets old 🙌

Well done, Lauren. What an achievement 👏✨

05/01/2026

🎉 We’re Back! 👣

Sports & Family Podiatry is open again after the Christmas & New Year break, and we’re ready to help keep your feet moving comfortably into 2026!

📞 Call us today 3156 9915 or 💻 book online to secure your spot.
�⏰ January appointments are filling fast—especially for children’s back-to-school foot health check-ups.

Start the school year on the right foot 🏫👟
�👉 Book now and don’t miss out!

23/12/2025

That’s a wrap for the year at Sports & Family Podiatry 🎄👣

A big thank you to all our amazing patients for trusting us with your foot health this year — we really appreciate you!

Wishing everyone a happy, safe Christmas and New Year. Enjoy the break and we’ll see you in the new year when we reopen on 5 January ✨

17/12/2025

🎄 Christmas & New Year Closure Notice 🎄

Sports & Family Podiatry will be closed from Tuesday 23rd December, reopening on Monday 5th January 2026.

A limited number of appointments are still available before we close for Christmas — if you need to be seen before the holidays, we recommend booking soon.

Wishing all our patients and families a safe, happy, and healthy Christmas 🎅👣

27/10/2025

📢 Clinic Update!

Our practice will be closed from Wednesday, 29 October, and will reopen on Monday, 3 November. 👣

During this time, our podiatrists Ben and Caitlin will be heading to Hobart to attend the 2025 ASICS Sports Medicine Australia Conference 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ — a fantastic opportunity to connect with leading health professionals and bring back the latest insights in sports injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance care.

We can’t wait to return inspired and full of new knowledge to help keep your feet and movement healthy! 🙌

Thank you for your understanding — see you soon!

20/08/2025

A great evening to attend another Health & Wellness Seminar at Carina Leagues Club tonight!

Clinical psychologist Dr Adam Novak from Remastery Psychology, alongside Dr Tess Higgins from The Practice at Clem Jones Centre, delivered an incredibly insightful session on navigating the mental health system, understanding the role of psychologists, and accessing the right support.

The audience - including families, teens, and community members of all ages - engaged in meaningful discussion and walked away with practical tools and a clearer path forward in managing mental well-being.
These monthly seminars are proudly presented by the health professionals at Clem Jones Centre and are always free and open to everyone.

Stay tuned for next month's topic and be part of this growing community committed to better health.

10/07/2025

Meet Caitlin Spencer!�
From patient to podiatrist, Caitlin’s journey is a full-circle story of passion, resilience, and dedication. Growing up in Newcastle, she experienced firsthand the transformative power of expert podiatric care — now, she’s delivering it herself.

⚽ With a background in elite-level sport and a current local footballer, Caitlin knows the demands of athletic performance — and the frustration of injury. That’s why she’s laser-focused on injury prevention, custom orthotics, detailed gait analysis, and evidence-based rehab.

📚 Caitlin holds a Bachelor of Health Science (First Class Honours), and her award-winning research into running shoes literally walked away with a national prize 🥇and a College Medal for the highest GPA in her program.

💪 When she’s not treating patients or on the pitch, she’s volunteering as a Level One Sports Trainer or attending conferences to stay ahead of the curve. A proud member of APodA, SEPA & SMA, Caitlin brings knowledge, care, and precision to every treatment.
Whether you’re an athlete or someone looking to move pain-free, Caitlin is here to help you get back on your feet — and keep you there. 👣

13/06/2025

👣 FREE Foot Health Checks! 👟
�📍 Clem Jones Gym | 🗓️ Wed 18 June
Swing by our Pop-Up Podiatry Clinic next Wednesday and get your feet the love they deserve – totally FREE! 💥

👋 Come meet Caitlin, our new podiatrist! She’s ready to help with:�✅ Foot, ankle, leg & knee niggles�✅ Expert advice�✅ A demo of our in-shoe pressure analysis tech (it’s seriously cool) 👟🧠
💬 Got questions? Caitlin’s got answers. Whether you’re dealing with discomfort or just curious, this is your chance!
📍 Find us inside the Clem Jones gymnasium�🕘 8-10am
Tag your gym buddy or someone who’s always complaining about their feet 👇

28/05/2025

Our team along with Sports & Family Podiatry recently made donations to a charity that is close to our heart. TBMMBEKIND

This month they are celebrating Murphy’s month by accepting donation of baby items and sharing them with new babies in their quest to share kindness across our country. Our team are very proud to be able to donate to such a cause.

19/05/2025

If you or anyone you know wants to find out more about managing acute sports injuries, head over to the registration page below. Part of the free health seminar series at the Carina Leagues Club

Physiotherapist Alex Downie and Podiatrist Ben Sweeting are joining Dr Tess Higgins on 20th May for the seminar “Active and Aware: How to manage acute sports injuries”.
This collaborative session will include topics such as:
Common knee injuries
Common ankle injuries
Common shoulder injuries
If you are an athlete or a relative of an athlete and want to know more about how to manage and treat common sports injuries, then RSVP at tpcjc.com.au/events!
May 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Carina Leagues Club 1390 Creek Rd, Carina, Queensland, Australia

12/05/2025

Free seminar next Tuesday at the Carina Leagues Club, see details below to register.

Physiotherapist Alex Downie and Podiatrist Ben Sweeting are joining Dr Tess Higgins on 20th May for the seminar “Active and Aware: How to manage acute sports injuries”.
This collaborative session will include topics such as:
Common knee injuries
Common ankle injuries
Common shoulder injuries
If you are an athlete or a relative of an athlete and want to know more about how to manage and treat common sports injuries, then RSVP at tpcjc.com.au/events!
May 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Carina Leagues Club 1390 Creek Rd, Carina, Queensland, Australia

17/04/2025

This week, our team had the pleasure of welcoming Associate Professor Luke Kelly as a guest presenter for our collaborative professional development session. As both a valued colleague and good friend, Luke shared fascinating insights from his research in foot and ankle biomechanics and neurophysiology.
His discussion highlighted the real-world applications of his work in improving musculoskeletal patient care and driving innovation in the athletic footwear industry. A huge thank you to Luke for sharing his expertise and sparking some great discussions across the team!