Australian Capital Territory

Following the recent consultation on the Restricted Acts of Veterinary Science under the Veterinary Practice Regulation 2018, the AVA has received notification that the Minister has decided that the carrying out of a dental procedure on a horse that involves using a power tool will remain a Restricted Act of Veterinary Science.

The AVA played a crucial role in influencing the outcome of the ACT's new regulatory framework for medical gases by providing input and recommendations that highlighted the unique needs of veterinary facilities.

The ACT Government have opened a call for expressions of interest for positions on the ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board.

The AVA has provided a submission to the Review of Veterinary Practice in the ACT raising several concerns for the ACT Government consideration.

In April, the ACT Division Committee met with the ACT Chief Pharmacist, ACT Chief Veterinary Officer, and the ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board.