Meet Our Expert Physios
At Cairnhill Physiotherapy, our team are passionate about enhancing your well being and keeping you moving. We pride ourselves on our professional and friendly approach and are always seeking to keep up to date with the best progressive treatment strategies.
As a patient of ours, you will receive an exceptional standard of quality treatments to get the best results for you.
Millie Askin
Associate Physiotherapist/Pilates InstructorMillie graduated from the Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science (physiotherapy) in 2023. During her final year she spent eight-weeks on placement at Cairnhill and is now excited to be part of the team as a new graduate physiotherapist.
Millie graduated from the Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science (physiotherapy) in 2023. During her final year she spent eight-weeks on placement at Cairnhill and is now excited to be part of the team as a new graduate physiotherapist.
Millie’s pathway to becoming a physiotherapist stems from an active upbringing in Taranaki. Growing up she was involved in many sports, but competitive dancing took up most of her free time until the age of 18. This ultimately grew her interest in all thing’s health, fitness, and well being.
Millie has a real passion for helping others. She’s likes to use a hands-on approach combined with education and exercise prescription to help individuals meet their rehab goals and most importantly get back to the things they enjoy.
During her studies she spent a lot of time getting experience working with various sports teams in the community. Some highlights being volunteering with the University of Auckland Varsity senior rugby teams and the Auckland under 85kg rugby team.
Outside of work Millie enjoys keeping active, whether this been through attending the gym or getting outside for a run or walk with friends.
Keefe-Jordan (KJ) Durney
PhysiotherapistAfter 7 years of working as a swim coach, Keefe-jordan (KJ) wanted to seek out alternative avenues to assist other people in their wellbeing. Physio seemed like the perfect pathway, especially when growing up within a family heavily involved in the healthcare system.
After 7 years of working as a swim coach, Keefe-jordan (KJ) wanted to seek out alternative avenues to assist other people in their wellbeing. Physio seemed like the perfect pathway, especially when growing up within a family heavily involved in the healthcare system.
In his pursuit of wanting to help his community, KJ graduated in Physiotherapy from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in 2022. He continued to foster his strong passion for movement and fitness, completing his New Zealand certificate in exercise (Level 4) through the New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness. As a physiotherapist, KJ utilizes a hands on approach in his practice. He primarily focuses on exercise based rehabilitation, educating his patients in order to exceed their goals.
KJ has had experience working within a variety of sporting communities, such as the Takapuna RFC U85s and assisting in the University of Auckland interfaculty tournaments. He is currently a physiotherapist with the Auckland University Rugby club and has also been named as the NZ Lacrosse Men’s U20 team, who will travel to the World Championships in South Korea in August 2025.
Outside of the workplace KJ enjoys working out at the gym, spending his time in the surf and seeking out the perfect coffee.
Harley Matthews
Senior Physiotherapist & DirectorHarley began working at Cairnhill Physiotherapy in 2007 after graduating from AUT. Since then, Harley’s passion for musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy has led him to complete post graduate studies in Western Acupuncture and Sports & Exercise Medicine.
Harley began working at Cairnhill Physiotherapy in 2007 after graduating from AUT. Since then, Harley’s passion for musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy has led him to complete post graduate studies in Western Acupuncture and Sports & Exercise Medicine.
He has a special interest in treating patients recovering from shoulder injuries and surgery, as well as those with sporting injuries.
Harley has worked with numerous teams from various sports ranging from school and club level, up to Auckland and National representative teams. For the last 4 years, Harley has been the physiotherapist to the Blues A and under 20’s teams during their season and also provides cover for the Blues medical team. He has covered shows with Nitro Circus, USA vs Canada Ice Hockey and has worked with Guns N Roses, Kelly Rowland, Foo Fighters, salute, BBNO$ and Linkin Park during their Auckland concerts. He has also worked with Global Presidents of worldwide Hotel chains.
Anna Bannatyne
Associate PhysiotherapistAnna brings a background in sports performance and rehabilitation, backed by two years of experience working with the men’s Takapuna AFC team to keep players performing and over 9 years as a player with the Premier Women’s side at Somerville Hockey Club.
Anna brings a background in sports performance and rehabilitation, backed by two years of experience working with the men’s Takapuna AFC team to keep players performing and over 9 years as a player with the Premier Women’s side at Somerville Hockey Club.
As a high-level hockey player herself, she has a deep understanding of the demands of the sport and a specialist interest in managing hockey-related injuries — particularly lower-back and hip injuries. Her treatment approach combines effective hands-on therapy with personalised, progressive exercise programs, ensuring every patient receives care that’s both targeted and genuinely effective.
Currently completing her Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, she integrates advanced clinical knowledge with practical, real-world experience.
Whether you’re an athlete or simply want to move comfortably again, she’s dedicated to helping you get back to what you love.
Elizabeth (Liz) Gounder
Massage TherapistElizabeth has over 10 years experience in soft tissue therapy. She completed an MBA and worked in the corporate field for many years before moving to Melbourne, Australia in 2010 and training as a Remedial Massage Therapist.
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