Our story
Steve and Tahlia met at university while studying osteopathy — and what started as a shared passion for understanding the human body eventually grew into both a relationship and a business partnership.
After graduating, they went their separate ways professionally, each spending years working across busy private practices throughout Melbourne, treating patients from all walks of life — from desk workers and new mums to weekend warriors and retirees.
Both also gained experience working with elite AFL and sporting organisations, further sharpening their understanding of movement, injury, and recovery. Through it all, they remained guided by the same core belief: that truly listening to someone and understanding why they're in pain is what separates good care from great care.
In 2026, they decided to bring that shared vision to life together, opening North East Osteopaths — a trusted osteopathy clinic in Bundoora dedicated to providing personalised, thorough osteopathic care to the communities of Bundoora, Mill Park, Reservoir, and beyond.
Whether you're managing a sports injury, chronic pain, or the demands of everyday life, you're in experienced and caring hands.
Meet Your Osteopaths
Dr Steve Vickery
Steve is a passionate and progressive Osteopath dedicated to achieving outstanding patient outcomes. His goal is simple — to get you back to doing what you love, pain-free.
With several years of experience in private practice and elite sporting environments including the AFL, Steve has developed a broad skill set that allows him to deliver personalised care for every patient. Steve takes a holistic approach to treatment, focusing on identifying the root cause of your issue. Sessions typically combine high-level manual therapy techniques such as manipulation, dry needling, joint articulation and soft tissue work, alongside tailored exercise prescription.
Whether your goal is pain-free movement, improved posture or enhanced sporting performance, Steve works with you to achieve lasting results. Steve consults at our Bundoora clinic and welcomes patients from across Melbourne's northern suburbs.
Dr Tahlia Austin
Tahlia is a dedicated Osteopath committed to helping people move better and achieve lasting health outcomes. As a former high-level dancer, Tahlia has a strong understanding of movement, performance and the physical demands placed on the body.
This background, combined with her experience working with high-level sporting clubs including VAFA Premier League football teams, has helped her develop strong skills in diagnosing and managing a wide range of acute and sporting injuries.
Tahlia takes a holistic approach to care, combining hands-on treatment such as massage, joint mobilisation and adjustments with targeted exercise rehabilitation. She enjoys guiding patients through their recovery and working alongside them to achieve lasting health outcomes and return to the activities they love.
