The President of the Industry Professor Association takes pride in presenting Secretary – Phoebe Nixon
1. Industry Experience
Phoebe Nixon has demonstrated a distinguished and dynamic career in allied health and small business leadership, making her a standout figure in rural healthcare delivery. As owner and principal physiotherapist at Border Physio, Phoebe has led the delivery of multidisciplinary, patient-focused physiotherapy services in Goondiwindi, Queensland and across northern New South Wales. Her experience includes direct clinical care in women’s health, musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation, pain management and sports injury recovery.
Over the past 10+ years, Phoebe has developed a strong reputation for delivering advanced physiotherapy services to rural communities with professionalism and compassion. Her leadership as a small business owner extends to building team capacity, implementing evidence-based practice frameworks, and fostering service access in regional settings often underserved by metropolitan systems. This commitment reflects a deep understanding of the operational, clinical, and human aspects of regional allied health delivery.
2. Industry Endorsements
Phoebe’s leadership is widely recognised within her community and industry. She is currently Vice President of the Goondiwindi Hawks Australian Rules Football Club, an appointment that underscores her standing within both the sporting and regional leadership sectors. In this role, she has demonstrated strategic thinking, governance skills, and a deep commitment to community development through sport.
As a clinician, Phoebe is held in high esteem by peers and clients alike, with consistent referrals from local GPs, specialists, and allied health professionals in southern Queensland and northern NSW. Her reputation for integrity and excellence in physiotherapy has led to sustained trust within the broader healthcare network.
Phoebe also maintains a respected public presence through her engagement with local schools, rural health awareness campaigns, and regional sporting events, where she frequently volunteers her clinical expertise. Her sporting background—having represented Brisbane Girls Grammar in the 1st VIII rowing squad—continues to inspire her passion for performance, teamwork, and leadership, values she carries into her professional and community work.
3. Industry Training and Knowledge Sharing
Beyond her clinical and management roles, Phoebe is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of practitioners. She actively supports placements and graduate development within her clinic, offering guidance, supervision, and feedback for aspiring physiotherapists. Her team culture prioritises shared learning, evidence-based improvement, and patient-centred care—hallmarks of a knowledge-rich work environment.
Phoebe frequently delivers health education to schools and community groups, supporting local wellness literacy. Her work enhances understanding around rural women’s health, injury prevention, and active ageing. This proactive engagement reflects her strong belief in accessible, community-driven health solutions.
Phoebe Nixon exemplifies what it means to serve rural Australia with professionalism, leadership and passion. Her ongoing impact across health, sport, business and education strongly supports her appointment as Secretary of the Industry Professor Association.
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As CEO of Industry Professor Association, I have a passion for education and learning that leads towards a productive outcome for Industry. The Industry Professor Association is a non-profit organisation that recognises industry expertise and experience and helps members gain the ultimate recognition of their Industry career. We also help organise their industry expertise by converting it into digital learning products and sharing it with a learner hungry world.
As a previous Head of School – Southbank Institute of Technology, it gave me great insight into educational design, corporate client learning needs, government policy and strategies. My goal was to meet the needs of industry in regards to providing graduates who were highly trained in practical skills and employability skills. Whilst meeting the learning style of a generation that is highly engaging with communication channels, and immersed in collaboration to gain learning at their time, place and pace.