Louise graduated from the University of Queensland with her BDSc in 1996. After working in north Queensland and the Northern Territory, Louise relocated to Ipswich with her family in 2003. She enjoys working with children and those who are anxious. She has spent time in the Army Reserve and working in remote areas of Australia. When not driving her children to their various commitments, Louise volunteers as a Breastfeeding Counsellor with the Australian Breastfeeding Association. She also holds a BSc and is a qualified Lactation Consultant. Louise likes to keep fit with running and attending the gym.