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The AVA provided a submission to the Tasmanian Government for their consultation on the reform of dog welfare regulations. AVA policies and subject matter expertise were utilised to advocate for changes that prioritise humane, evidence-based standards and practices. The submission highlighted the need for aligning regulations with contemporary science, emphasising animal welfare as a key priority.
APVMA Voluntary Recall Notice: Troy Laboratories has initiated a voluntary recall for ilium Methadone Injection batch number 240720
The AVA is looking for members interested in becoming academic editors (AEs) and joining the editorial board of the Australian Veterinary Journal (AVJ).
Dr Colgan reflects on the highlights of 2024 including advancing constitutional reforms, strengthening advocacy, and increasing engagement with members through surveys and forums to shape the strategic direction for 2025-2028.
The AVA has once again demonstrated its commitment to advancing animal welfare and the essential role of veterinarians in welfare discussions through its submission to the NSW Draft Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation 2025.
Australia's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Beth Cookson reflects on the ongoing global threat of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1, which has caused significant losses worldwide but is yet to reach Australian shored. The Federal Government is investing over $100 million to strengthen preparedness, surveillance, and biosecurity measures, including through initiatives like Exercise Volare.
The AVA has provided a pre-budget submission for the 2025-26 NSW Government budget. The AVA makes 13 recommendations to the NSW Government to support NSW veterinarians.
The Australian Government Small Business Cyber Resilience Service offers free, tailored, person-to-person support to help small business improve their cybersecurity and recover from cyber incidents. This service provides a vital resource for veterinary businesses that may not have the technical expertise or resources to tackle these challenges on their own.
This week Dr Michael Ferguson welcomed Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW Tara Moriarty to his veterinary clinic in Wauchope, NSW. It was a good opportunity to share with the Minister his experience of recruiting veterinary professionals to rural and regional NSW.
Following a successful seminar in May this year, members of the Mid North Coast Branch gathered again last month for a social event in Port Macquarie.

 

 

Australia's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Beth Cookson discusses the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment’s Pacific Engagement Program. Read all CVO columns.

 

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