The trusted voice of Australia’s Veterinary Profession since 1921
Building a vibrant future for
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Real voices from veterinary professionals across Australia.
What Our Members Say
No matter what your interest is, you can find your tribe within the AVA. For me, it has mainly been the Veterinary Business Group. I love the camaraderie and the opportunity to meet so many talented, innovative, and lateral thinking vets.
Being part of AVDS has been incredible. I’ve met so many people who share the same passion – it’s made me feel far less isolated in the veterinary profession. I like to think of us as the “dental nerds” coming together.
I received support from experienced veterinarians who shared advice and placement opportunities. Meeting students from other universities was also great for exchanging ideas about veterinary school. I discovered a supportive community within AVA and feel privileged to be a part of it.
I received support from experienced veterinarians who shared advice and placement opportunities. Meeting students from other universities was also great for exchanging ideas about veterinary school. I discovered a supportive community within AVA and feel privileged to be a part of it.
I received support from experienced veterinarians who shared advice and placement opportunities. Meeting students from other universities was also great for exchanging ideas about veterinary school. I discovered a supportive community within AVA and feel privileged to be a part of it.
Learning & Events
Advance your career with CPD courses, webinars, conferences, and events across Australia.
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ASAV Webinar | Avoiding the ‘peek and shriek’ surgery – taking a systematic approach to exploratory laparotomies in dogs and cats | Dr Charles Kuntz
Small AnimalOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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The Equine Podiatry and Lameness Centre | Vet Farrier Symposium 2026 – Laminitis, Hoof injury/reconstruction and Rehabilitation
VetEd CPD (External Providers)21 CPD Points
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VBG | Lincoln Institute Partnership Webinar | Securing financial sustainability and prosperity in veterinary business | Dr Gary Turnbull
Upcoming Webinars (Live)Open for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand VBG and THRIVE Webinar | Inclusive Design and Accessibility in Vet Clinics: Simple Changes, Big Impact
On-Demand Webinars (Recorded)On-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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AVDS Case Discussions | Dental Bytes – Small animal dentistry | Dr Nicole Hoskin
DentalOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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AVAG Webinar | Acupuncture for Equine Pelvic & Hindlimb Lameness | Dr Lisa Walter
AcupunctureOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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AVBM Webinar | Early recognition of significant issues – the approach and management of behaviour problems in animals | Dr Sally Nixon
Australian Veterinary Behaviour MedicineOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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SCGV Webinar | Common cases for new vets | Dr Marisa West
Sheep Camelid and GoatOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand AVCB, AVAWE and UPAV Webinar | Your Pet, Our Pest: Inside Victoria’s largest illegal exotic animal trade network
Animal Welfare and EthicsOn-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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Darling Downs & South West Queensland Branch Meeting | Success in Rural Practice
Local In-Person CPDO’Shea’s Royal HotelGoondiwindi, QLDOpen for registration7 CPD Points
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On-Demand EVA Webinar | Guild Insurance | Key areas of risk for equine vets
EquineOn-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand ASAV Webinar | Haemangiosarcoma in dogs – treatments beyond surgery | Dr Penny Thomas
On-Demand Webinars (Recorded)On-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand CPV Webinar | Best practices in controlling coccidiosis using live vaccines
On-Demand Webinars (Recorded)On-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand ACV Webinar | What do you mean it’s not foot rot? | Dr Alexis Jennings DVM
CattleOn-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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NSW | Illawarra Branch | Enquires Now Open
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46th Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures
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SA | Rural Veterinarian Practitioners Branch | Enquiries Now Open
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AVAWE webinar | Dingoes, ethics and coexistence in modern Australia | Dr Bradley Smith
Animal Welfare and EthicsOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand AVBM Webinar | Pain and Behaviour: Case Studies | Dr Karen Kam
Australian Veterinary Behaviour MedicineOn-demandOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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VetPrac | Surgical Ophthalmology Workshop
Small Animal17 CPD Points
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WA | Southern Branch | Shape Your Branch Event
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ACT | Canberra & Surrounds Branch | Shape Your Branch Event
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ARV Webinar | The role of supplements, nutrition and omega fatty acids in improving reproductive outcomes in equine | Dr Zamira Gibb
EquineOpen for registration0.5 CPD Points
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On-Demand ASAV Webinar | Now what? Rebuilding the dog after the tumor’s gone | Dr Charlie Kuntz
On-Demand Webinars (Recorded)Open for registration0.5 CPD Points
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The profession we represent
Veterinary services are essential for Australia
Veterinarians safeguard Australia’s food security, biosecurity and animal health. They support the 73% of Australian households that own a pet, underpin a $32.2 billion agriculture industry and protect export markets worth billions to the national economy. Across 3,793 practices and a workforce of nearly 30,000 people, they serve every community in the country. The Australian Veterinary Association is their national voice, representing the veterinary profession for over 100 years.
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