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The Joys of General Practice: Join us at the 51st ASAV Annual Conference – Together with VBG

The 51st ASAV Annual Conference will be held from Monday 17 to Thursday 20 August 2026 at the Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort at Twin Waters, Queensland. Across four days, more […]

Volunteer Veterinarians Needed in the Cook Islands

Vets Beyond Borders (VBB) partner organisation Te Are Manu (TAM) Veterinary Clinic in the Cook Islands is seeking additional volunteer veterinarians for placements throughout the remainder of 2026. >Located in […]

Consultation: Tranche 2 of the review of the Australian Standards for the Export of Livestock

The Federal Government is reviewing the Aust Standards for the Export of Livestock (ASEL) and are currently consulting on bedding and minimum feed requirements when exporting by sea, and minimum […]

Dr Diana Barker Announced as AVA President

The Australian Veterinary Association is delighted to welcome Dr Diana Barker as incoming President for 2026–2027. The announcement was made at the 2026 AVA Awards Gala Dinner, held during the […]

2026 AVA Award Winners

Congratulations to our 2026 AVA Award winners! The AVA Awards are a celebration of veterinary excellence and dedication to the profession, and this year’s recipients are worthy winners. Presented at […]

Why a specialist bank can help shape your veterinary practice

Practice ownership is both a professional milestone and a significant financial commitment. Whether purchasing your first clinic, buying into a partnership, or expanding your existing practice, these decisions are easier […]

Now you can find lymphoma earlier than ever

Cancer affects many of your patients, with one in four dogs facing a diagnosis in their lifetime1. In many cases, patients are not diagnosed until the later stages, when clinical […]

New Board – 2026

The Australian Veterinary Association has announced the results of its latest board elections, with two new directors joining the board and one re-elected to return for another term.

New AVA Division Presidents – 2026

AVA today announces the newly-elected State Division Presidents

Consultation – National Biosecurity Reforms

The Australian Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry are consultation on reforms for the National Biosecurity System in alignment with the National Biosecurity Strategy. AVA members are encouraged to provide feedback to help inform our submission.