Advocacy News

Get involved: AVA submission to the WA Cat Act Review

The Western Australian Government is undertaking a statutory review of the Cat Act 2011 and is seeking feedback from veterinarians, animal welfare organisations, local governments and the wider community. The review covers […]

AVA Submission: Championing a modern, sustainable veterinary regulatory framework for NSW

The AVA has lodged a comprehensive submission to the NSW Government’s review of the Veterinary Practice Regulatory Framework, advocating for reforms that strengthen animal welfare, support veterinary teams, and future-proof […]

PetFAST reporting

PetFAST is a system to track health problems in dogs and cats that are suspected of being associated with pet food, treats and pet meat. It is designed to identify […]

The cost of veterinary care

A response to public comments about “exorbitant vet bills” A resource has been developed for AVA members to utilise for communicating a balanced insight and provide perspective around the cost […]

After-hours safety of veterinary staff – risk mitigation strategies

Veterinarians are obliged to provide afterhours (AHs) services at their practices or access to afterhours services, depending on the state or territory in which they work. The AVA has collected some […]

After-Hours Services Models Print

Photo supplied with permission Wauchope Veterinary Clinic team. The ongoing challenges surrounding emergency and after-hours (ER-AHs) veterinary care are a global concern, and we have the opportunity to learn from […]

Updated AVA Pet Insurance Guidelines to help vets navigate pet insurance conversations

The AVA has released updated Pet Insurance Guidelines to support members when discussing pet insurance options with clients, while meeting their legal obligations under the Corporations Act and Veterinary Practice regulations. With […]

2023/24 AVA Workforce Survey Report Released

  The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has released its seventh Veterinary Workforce Survey report. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth look at the current landscape of the veterinary profession and […]

New AVA White Paper: A Roadmap for a Sustainable Veterinary Workforce

This week, the AVA is proud to release a major white paper: Destination Thriving: A Roadmap for the Australian Veterinary Workforce, laying out the critical reforms needed to secure the future of […]

AVA response to targeted consultation on Victorian medicines legislation

The AVA has lodged a submission to the Victorian Government’s preliminary, targeted, consultation on their sunset review of the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Regulations 2017, highlighting the need for a more practical, veterinary-specific approach to medicines and poisons regulation.