Tina Traeger has a busy schedule operating Cleve Massage and Wellness Collective, but would not have it any other way. When not at work she is soaking up what the region has to offer.
What is the best thing about working at Cleve Massage and Wellness Collective?
Being able to improve people’s lives through the power of massage and connection. Treating the clients who do not get to experience touch in their day to day lives and helping those who had tried just about everything to help their bodies feel better. I enjoy making a difference to people’s lives.
What is the best thing about living and working on Eyre Peninsula?
The community and connection. Most people are happy to help wherever they can no matter the circumstance. I like how friendly people are and how welcoming communities are.
What three things would you take if you and the family were deserted on an island?
Something comfortable to sleep on, food and water, and we would be set!
Do you prefer summer or winter and why?
In between, when it is warm during the day but cool in the morning and evening. It’s the best of both.
What is the most unique/interesting problem that has been presented to you at work?
Oh so many. Every client that comes in is so different to the last and I just don’t know what is going to come through the door, it keeps me guessing. I do love the injuries and conditions where I get to learn more about the condition and try to work out what the cause of an injury is.
What time does your alarm go off and how does your typical morning unfold?
I don’t normally need an alarm with the kids. But if I do it is normally 6am. Typically, we get out of bed and make coffee/chia, while I unpack the dishwasher and pack the kids and my lunchboxes, then shower and get dressed for the day, before dropping the kids off to where they are going for the day, before heading into the clinic to start my work day.
Who would play you in a movie about your life?
Honestly I have never thought about it.
What is your idea of a perfect weekend on Eyre Peninsula?
Camping at a beach, probably Lincoln National Park with friends. Spending the days at the beach or exploring with walks and four-wheel-driving.
Favourite place to eat on Eyre Peninsula?
At the beach, eating freshly-caught seafood.
Last movie or show you streamed or saw and was it any good?
I think probably Friends, haha it’s a bit of a comfort show, that is my go to, so I don’t have to make a decision on a new show or movie.
Favourite musician?
I’m a bit of an everything, and don’t have one set favourite. Anything from the 2000s.
If you could do someone else’s job on Eyre Peninsula or Cleve for one day, what would you be doing?
I wouldn’t change to be honest. I love what I do and every day is different so I never get bored.
