AVA takes profession’s priorities to Parliament House – 15 October 2026
Advocating to government on behalf of the profession remains one of the AVA’s most important responsibilities. As part of our federal advocacy program, AVA President Dr Diana Barker, CEO Melissa
Productivity Commission – National Agreement on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (Interim Report)
The AVA has called on Jobs and Skills Australia to formally recognise veterinarians as essential workers in its new Regional Jobs and Skills Roadmap—highlighting the critical role vets play in agriculture, biosecurity and community wellbeing. Read how our submission puts veterinary services at the centre of regional sustainability.
An update from your ASAV President – October 2026
Welcome to all our new ASAV Members! It is lovely to have you join us and I am sure you will enjoy being part of our small animal community. Your
Editorial
ONE WELFARE When the veterinary profession was established by Claude Bougelat in 1761 It was expressly for the purpose of serving humanity and this still holds true today. The links
From the President – October 2026
Spring is now very much here! and EVA is on the move! Here is what’s happening across our community. Scone shines for the NSW state meeting On September 10 I
Australia’s most prestigious awards for veterinary professionals
The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is seeking an AVA Member to join the AVA Awards Committee. For more than 100 years, the AVA has represented the collective voice of the
A Message from VBG President Jason Chuck
Dear VBG Members, Spring is a natural time to think about the future, and for many of us that includes the future of our practices. This month I want to
New innovations – transforming the future of cancer detection
Every senior dog walking into an Australian clinic today carries a one in four chance of a cancer diagnosis somewhere in its future.1 Ask vets what makes them suspect cancer,
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
