The Sirian League of legends

 Counsellor • Equine-Assisted Counsellor• Specialist Support Coordinator • 

M.A.C.A #33091

Renae is the founder of Sirian Star and Hooves of Hope, combining extensive experience in counselling, disability services, specialist support coordination, and equine-assisted practice. With a strong focus on trauma-informed care, neurodiversity, psychosocial disability, and complex support needs, she is passionate about helping individuals build resilience, increase independence, and achieve meaningful life outcomes.

Renae holds a Bachelor of Counselling, Diploma of Animal Assisted Therapy (UK), Certificate III in Individual Support, is a Certified Trauma-Informed Coach, and is completing a Bachelor in Psychological Science. She is an experienced Equestrian Coach, Certified and Nationally acclaimed psychic medium. She has a Cert 3 In Racing (Harness) and Cert IV in Horse Racing. She is a professional member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and Animal Therapies Ltd.

In addition to her clinical and disability sector experience, Renae has developed significant expertise in compliance, governance, policy development, quality assurance, NDIS auditing requirements, workforce management, and organisational leadership, supporting the growth of high-quality, participant-focused services.

Away from the office, horses have been a lifelong passion. With over 20 years of experience riding, training, rehabilitating and working with horses across equestrian and racing disciplines, Renae brings a unique blend of professional expertise and practical horsemanship to every service delivered through Sirian Star.

Senior Care Coordinator • Support Coordinator • 

Sue is a highly experienced Support and Service Coordinator who brings a wealth of knowledge from across the disability, community services, health, and education sectors. With a genuine passion for helping people achieve their goals, Sue works alongside participants and families to navigate the NDIS with confidence, connect with the right supports, and create practical pathways towards greater independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Known for her warm, approachable nature and strong advocacy skills, Sue builds meaningful relationships based on trust, respect, and understanding. Her person-centred approach, combined with extensive experience managing complex supports and coordinating multidisciplinary services, ensures participants receive the guidance, encouragement, and practical support they need to achieve the best possible outcomes.

A Support Worker

Mel brings a rare combination of clinical knowledge, disability support experience, and extensive hands-on horse industry expertise to Sirian Star and Hooves of Hope. As an Enrolled Nurse, Equine Coach, and experienced support professional with a cert III in Individual Support in conjunction with highly experienced Vet Nurse and working for some of the most prestigious thoroughbred breeding establishments in Australia,  she has spent years helping people and horses thrive, building a reputation for her calm approach, practical skills, and genuine compassion. Whether she is supporting participants, coaching riders, assisting with equine-assisted programs, or working alongside families and allied health professionals, Mel's focus is always on creating positive, empowering experiences. 

What truly sets Mel apart is her lifelong passion for horses and her ability to use that connection to help others build confidence, resilience, trust, and emotional wellbeing. With experience spanning equine-assisted services, disability support, aged care, dementia care, hospitality leadership, and community services, she brings a unique perspective that helps participants feel safe, supported, and capable of achieving their goals. Warm, approachable, and deeply committed to person-centred care, Mel is passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths—both in and out of the saddle.