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Advancing Anaesthetic Care: Animal Welfare Trust Funds Opioid-Free Sterilisation Research
The AVA Animal Welfare Trust is supporting University of Melbourne final-year veterinary student Valencia Park in research aimed at improving anaesthetic care for dogs undergoing sterilisation in resource-limited veterinary settings.
What could $10,000 change in your practice?
What could $10,000 change in your practice? For Dr Lentswe Rampa and the team at Eli Waters Animal Clinic in Harvey Bay, the answer came on four wheels. The veterinary
AVA lodges submission on APVMA Fees and Charges framework
The AVA has lodged its submission on the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority’s (APVMA) proposed Fees and Charges framework for 2027-28, highlighting the need to balance sustainable regulatory funding
AVA Member Hub – SSO is live
AVA Member Hub: you can now log in from the website Have you forgotten your password to the AVA Member Hub once too often? Here is a piece of great
Thinking About Practice Ownership? Start Here
Thinking About Practice Ownership? Start Here For many veterinarians, owning a practice is a long-held career ambition. It’s an opportunity to build something of your own, shape the care you
#1 Recommended Pet Food Brand by Aussie vets
#1 Recommended Pet Food Brand by Aussie vets In a world driven by trends and marred by misinformation, three in four pet owners (74%) turn to their veterinarian for
Trazocalm®: Supporting Calm Post-Operative Recovery in Dogs
Trazocalm®: Supporting Calm Post-Operative Recovery in Dogs Successful recovery following orthopaedic surgery extends beyond the procedure itself. While clinicians focus on wound healing, analgesia and rehabilitation, behavioural factors also
Financing the future of veterinary care
Financing the future of veterinary care As new technologies continue to reshape veterinary care, choosing when and how to invest in it has become as important as the investment
Consultation: NSW Biosecurity Strategy
The NSW Government is currently seeking feedback on their Biosecurity Strategy. The draft Strategy is currently open for feedback from the public. The draft NSW Biosecurity Strategy presents a new
Board Communique July 2026
AVA Board Communique – July 2026 The AVA Board met on 16 July 2026 to consider key strategic, operational and governance matters. Discussions focused on the successful launch of the
Expressions of Interest – AVA Historical Items Working Group
Help preserve the AVA’s history The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is seeking Expressions of Interest from members to join the Historical Items Working Group. The AVA holds a significant collection
Help Shape the Future of Companion Animal Health – ACAHF Seeks Directors
The Australian Companion Animal Health Foundation (ACAHF) is inviting expressions of interest from passionate and experienced professionals to join its Board as honorary Directors. As Australia’s leading charitable foundation dedicated
Animal Health Australia (AHA) seeking independent Non-Executive Directors
Animal Health Australia (AHA) is inviting applications for 3 independent Non-Executive Director positions as part of its planned board renewal and succession process. AHA is Australia’s trusted national animal health and biosecurity
Get Involved: New CPD guidelines for veterinarians in Victoria
The Veterinary Practitioners Registration Board of Victoria (VetBoard Victoria) is seeking feedback on its draft Guideline 10 – Continuing Professional Development (CPD), which proposes a significant shift towards reflective, outcomes-focused professional development
Supporting tomorrow’s veterinary leaders today.
Building strong, sustainable careers in the veterinary field requires intentional effort and support at every stage of the journey. That’s why Guild is proud to sponsor the 2026 AVA Student
