Paige Bentley

Paige Bentley is a 24 year old Emergency Vet Nurse from Brisbane whose life has been shaped by compassion, resilience and a commitment to advocacy. From a young age, Paige knew she wanted to work with animals, dedicating her career to caring for and protecting those who cannot speak for themselves. After spending four years in General Practice Veterinary Nursing, Paige pursued her dream role in Emergency and Critical Care, where she now helps save lives during some of their most critical moments.

Beyond her professional achievements, Paige is passionate about mental health advocacy. Having experienced bullying throughout high school and battled her own mental health challenges, she understands the importance of support, kindness and perseverance. Her journey has taught her that even in the darkest moments, there is hope and strength to be found. Through Miss Universe Australia, Paige hopes to use her voice and platform to amplify voices that deserve to be heard, inspire others, advocate for animal welfare and remind people that they can overcome anything life places in their path.