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The AVA works with members on submissions to local, state and federal governments. This is a chance for AVA members to help shape policies which affect the veterinary profession. See below for the latest submissions, and to have your say.

 

 

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Victorian Biosecurity Strategy Submission

16 Aug 2023
The AVA acknowledges the wide stakeholder engagement involved in the process of developing the consultation draft of the Victorian Biosecurity Strategy (the Strategy), including with the veterinary profession, and commends Agriculture Victoria on the approach taken for its development.

Inquiry into the Inspector-General of Live Animal Exports Amendment (Animal Welfare) Bill 2023

14 Aug 2023
In the AVA’s previous submission (March 2023), we expressed our support for strengthening of the current live animal export regulatory framework, as well as independent oversight of this, given the risks to animal welfare inherent in the trade.

AVA advocacy on National Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements

07 Aug 2023
The AVA are making several representations at the national level advocating for veterinary care to disaster impacted owned animals to be an eligible measure for funding assistance in the national Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

Public consultation: draft revised Guidelines on compounding of medicines

24 Jul 2023
The Pharmacy Board of Australia recently undertook a public consultation on their draft revised Guidelines on compounding of medicines.

AVA submission to the Inquiry into veterinary workforce shortages in NSW

21 Jul 2023
The AVA has provided a comprehensive submission to the Inquiry into veterinary workforce shortages in NSW, including 16 recommendations.