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Growing up in Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital city, Natasha had wanted to be a doctor, but unfortunately realised the sight of blood grossed her out. Changing direction to focus instead on the objective beauty of numbers that are both less gory and prone to giving her a physical response was a logical pivot.

Natasha was destined to complete tertiary studies overseas and approaching the completion of high school her shortlist came down to the UK or Australia. After visiting the UK, she found the weather was far too grey and cold when compared with the milder Zimbabwe temperatures. From hearing positive news about the climate and friendliness of Aussies, Natasha successfully applied for Accounting at Deakin in Burwood, Melbourne.

Natasha’s positive outlook and open curiosity have been great assets enabling her to build a new community in Australia and navigate the initial challenges of living independently and establishing new friendships and networks.  The relaxed setting has been a welcome change without the formality of addressing people as ‘Mrs’ or Mr’, though the use of more casual language, even in professional settings, has taken some getting used to.

Insightful, vibrant, always smiling and positive, Natasha is excited to be working with Martin and Martin to practice all that she has learnt from her Accounting degree. Extra special is that the Martin & Martin office is so lovely and conducive to absorbing and learning from the experienced team that work with her and the interesting clients that Martin & Martin service.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce with Distinction

Area of expertise

Accounting & Finance

Likes

I like cooking in my free time, and I also enjoy trying out different cuisines

Dislikes

Eggs

Favourite Quote

“Sometimes you just have to put on lip gloss and pretend to be psyched”
— Mindy Kaling

Tea or Coffee?

Chai latte is my go-to hot drink

Studied accounting because…

I have always loved accounting since high school and I also figured if I could understand where all the money goes, maybe I could finally figure out where my own money keeps disappearing to.

My comfort food

Carrot cake, I love a good fluffy carrot cake with cream cheese icing

Cannot do without

Music, because I always listen to music when working out, cooking and working

Best advice I have been given

to always be yourself no matter the environment you are in