Your pet’s health is our top priority. At our clinic, we provide compassionate care and expert veterinary services. Our mission is to ensure pets are healthy and happy while guiding you through every step of their care. Join our community of pet lovers today!
From humble beginnings in a small weatherboard clinic on Princess Street to the purpose-built veterinary hospital we call home today, East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital has been part of the local community for decades. While our practice has grown and veterinary medicine has evolved, our commitment to trusted, compassionate care has remained at the heart of everything we do.
East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital began in a small weatherboard house at 71 Princess Street, where Dr Peter Gardner established a mixed animal practice caring for livestock, family pets and birds.
Dr David Challen joined Dr Peter Gardner as a partner, beginning an important new chapter for the practice. Together, they also operated a veterinary surgery in Bargara to care for the growing coastal community.
The practice moved into Bundaberg’s first purpose-built animal hospital, constructed by Owen Halter. The innovative facility was also Bundaberg’s first tilt-panel building and remains our home today.
Dr Peter Gardner became a registered veterinary chiropractor — the first and only veterinarian with this registration in Bundaberg at the time — adding another area of specialised knowledge to the practice.
Dr David Challen purchased Dr Peter Gardner’s share of the practice and became the sole owner of East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital, continuing to build upon the strong foundations they had established together.
After many years as a mixed animal practice, East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital transitioned its primary focus to small animal and avian care, shaping the hospital we know today.
Drs Leroy and Bridgette Gambanga purchased East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital and Bargara Veterinary Surgery from Dr David Challen, beginning the next chapter in the practices’ long history.
Today, Leroy, Bridgette and the team continue the legacy of those who came before them, combining decades of local history with modern veterinary medicine, diagnostics, surgery, preventative healthcare and compassionate patient care.
Compassionate Care
We treat every patient with kindness, empathy and respect, taking the time to understand the individual needs of every pet and their family.
Clinical Excellence
We are committed to high standards of veterinary care, drawing on extensive experience, clinical knowledge and evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Trust & Communication
We believe great veterinary care starts with strong relationships. Clear, honest communication helps pet owners feel informed, supported and confident in their pet’s care.
Always Advancing
Veterinary medicine never stands still, and neither do we. We embrace continued learning, modern diagnostics and advances in treatment to provide the best possible care for our patients.
Principal Veterinarian
Veterinarian
Veterinarian
With more than 40 years of veterinary experience, Dr Randall Keyes has been practising at East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital since 1989. He holds Membership of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in Small Animal Surgery, with professional interests in surgery, ophthalmology, cardiology and animal behaviour. Randall is passionate about the role pets play in family life and providing compassionate, high-quality care.
BVSc (Hons)
Dr Naomi graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) in 2025. She has a keen interest in veterinary pathology and medicine
and particularly enjoys working with cats. She is passionate about providing compassionate, highquality care to her patients.
Outside of work, Naomi enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading and taking walks
along the beach.
Practice Manager
With 10 years at East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital, Lynelle manages the day-to-day operations of both East Bundaberg Veterinary Hospital and Bargara Veterinary Surgery. With a background in business and management, she is passionate about supporting the team and local community. Lynelle developed the clinic’s Wellness Program and also runs Puppy Preschool and the monthly community dog walks.
