She is rumoured to have found love again following her split from Hollywood actor Zac Efron in April.
And Vanessa Valladares, 26, certainly had a spring in her step as she took her dog for a walk in Byron Bay on Monday.
Dressed in a strapless black top and blue jeans, the part-time model appeared to be in good spirits as she led her pooch down the footpath.
Who needs a Hollywood hunk, anyway? Zac Efron's model ex-girlfriend Vanessa Valladares, 26, took her dog for a walk and caught up with friends in Byron Bay on Monday
She was joined by a group of friends, who each took turns holding the leash as they made their way to a local café.
Vanessa completed her edgy look with a pair of black sneakers, silver rings and a grey cross-body satchel.
Showcasing her natural beauty, the brunette opted to go makeup free and swept her hair back into a no-fuss chignon.
Pounding the pavement: Dressed in a strapless black top and blue jeans, the part-time model appeared to be in good spirits as she led her pooch down the footpath
What are friends for? She was joined by a group of friends, who each took turns holding the leash as they made their way to a local café
Quirky: Vanessa completed her edgy look with a pair of black sneakers, silver rings, and a grey cross-body satchel
After arriving at the café, Vanessa and her pals ordered coffees and take-away food in eco-friendly carry bags.
The sighting comes weeks after Vanessa hinted she may have found love once again after her split from heart-throb Zac in April.
She posted a photo to Instagram of a shirtless hunk painting in what appeared to be her living room.
No makeup needed! Showcasing her natural beauty, the brunette opted to go makeup free and swept her hair back into a no-fuss chignon
Vanessa had earlier shared a picture of a canvas and some paints artistically placed around the lounge area.
She then showed a glimpse of her mystery male companion, who wore a bucket hat and grey jeans, painting a canvas pinned to the wall.
Vanessa also posted a sultry mirror
