Division News

AVA Victorian Division President Inspires Future Vets at the University of Melbourne Clinical Commencement Ceremony

The University of Melbourne recently celebrated its Class of 2027 at the Veterinary Clinical Commencement Ceremony, marking an important milestone as third-year veterinary students prepare to enter their final year […]

The AVA calls for greater recognition of veterinary professionals in SA’s suicide prevention plan

The AVA has lodged a submission to the review of the South Australian Government’s suicide prevention framework, calling for stronger recognition of veterinary professionals as a workforce at increased risk […]

H5 Bird Flu Preparedness for Veterinarians and Rehabilitators with Dr. Jayne Weller

The NSW government has organised two online workshops throughout October for private veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitators on H5 preparedness.     These workshops will focus on strengthening preparedness and prevention for […]

AVA ACT Committee Meeting Update

The AVA ACT Committee convened for an in-person meeting on 13 October, hosted by Dr Michael Hayward at Gungahlin Vet Hospital. Under the leadership of our new AVA ACT Division […]

AVA Response to the NSW Veterinary Services Bill 2026

The AVA’s response to the proposed NSW Veterinary Services Bill 2026 welcomes many of the reforms while highlighting areas that will require further consultation and careful implementation. The Bill represents […]

AVA advocacy secures 12-month transition period for compounded medicines changes in NSW

The AVA has secured a significant advocacy win, with the NSW Health Minister confirming a transition period of at least 12 months before new restrictions on the supply of emergency […]

NSW Veterinary Services Bill Introduced to Parliament

The NSW Veterinary Services Bill was introduced into the NSW Parliament last week, marking a significant milestone in the long-running reform of veterinary legislation in New South Wales. The introduction […]

AVA Advocacy at NSW Parliament Budget Estimates

Recently the AVA has advocated through several Shadow ministers to ask government ministers questions pressing for the Veterinary industry at NSW Budget Estimates (where Ministers are able to be quizzed […]

Call for Expressions of Interest – AVA WA Division Nomination to the Veterinary Practice Board of WA

The AVA WA Division is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified members who wish to be considered for recommendation by the AVA WA Division for appointment to the Veterinary Practice […]

Taking veterinary voices to Victorian Parliament | President Update – September

It has been a busy and important period for the AVA Victorian Division, with advocacy and collaboration firmly at the centre of our work. We recently held the first of […]