Balclutha | Audiology South

Rachel joined Audiology South as a new graduate audiologist in 2020. She trained and worked as a primary school teacher in Christchurch before studying for her Master of Audiology degree. She enjoys working with both children and adults in our Dunedin, Oamaru and Balclutha clinics. Rachel is passionate about providing outstanding customer service and support for her clients.

Originally from the UK, Rachel moved to New Zealand at the age of 19 with her family. In her spare time she stays busy with a variety of creative hobbies including dance, piano and art.

Originally from Canada, Darren completed an undergraduate degree in Genetics and Biochemistry before moving to Auckland in 2014. Upon graduating from the Master of Audiology programme in 2016, he ventured to the South Island and has called Dunedin home ever since. During that time, he has worked as a clinician and clinical manager throughout the Otago region before joining the Audiology South team in 2022. He is passionate about getting to know his clients' unique listening needs and helping reconnect them to the world with cutting edge technology.

In his spare time Darren can be found playing ice hockey, exploring New Zealand's beautiful outdoors, or lining up the next DIY home project.

Helen has been a Registered Nurse for over 25 years, working both in NZ and abroad in a variety of nursing roles and fields. She recently returned to NZ with her husband and child and they have settled in Port Chalmers on a small acreage.

Helen is passionate about nursing and strives to give excellent quality care at all times. She joined the Audiology South Team in 2020 and is excited to be in a role where she can utilise her existing skills and acquire new ones within a great team atmosphere.

After completing her Ear Nurse Certificate and supervision period, Helen is now providing wax removal and hearing screening services in Dunedin and Mosgiel, alongside our team of experienced Audiologists. She looks forward to meeting you.