New South Wales

Information about NSW flood response activities, support available, how to provide support, links to resources for treating flood impacted animals, and a point of contact AVA Liaison Officer if you have any flood concerns or seeking support.

The AVA provided a submission on the Draft Report: Rehoming Companion Animals in NSW as part of the Rehoming Practices Review. Veterinary practices are often the entry point for strays in the rehoming process and should be considered as part of the NSW Rehoming Practices Review.

The President of the NSW Division, Dr Diane Ryan, provides her report for the month of November.

From the 1st November 2022, the supply of plastic single use cotton buds and bowls is banned in NSW. Exemptions apply for scientific and medical purposes including veterinary medicine or at veterinary practices.

Find out how mentally healthy your veterinary practice is with the NSW free Workplace Wellbeing Assessment Tool that surveys workers and provides tailored actions to improve workplace wellbeing.