Constitution Vote 2025
Our Constitution is the foundation of everything we do. As part of the AVA’s 2025–2028 Strategic Plan, we are making important updates in response to member feedback, shaping a governance framework that reflects how we work today and positions the profession for the years ahead.
The member vote on the proposed Constitution will take place on: Thursday, 30 October 2025 at 1:00pm (AEDT). Register here by Wednesday, 29 October 2025 at 5:00pm (AEDT) to attend and vote on 30 October 2025.
Can't attend the meeting?
If you have submitted your completed Proxy Nomination form to secretariat@ava.com.au by 1:00pm (AED) on Tuesday 28 October 2025, your nominated proxy will vote on your behalf based on the options you have submitted:
OPTION 1 GENERAL PROXY: If you know someone who will attend and you would like them to vote at their discretion, you can choose a General Proxy.
OPTION 2 SPECIAL PROXY: Your vote will be recorded exactly as you instruct and can't be changed. Mark For or Against for each Special Resolution.
Reference documents:
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- Notice of Meeting - 30 October 2025
- Proxy Nomination Form - the window for proxy nomination closed at 1:00pm (AEDT), 28 October 2025
- Current version of the AVA Constitution (September 2024)
- Proposed AVA Constitution (October 2025)
- Side-by-side explainer: Compares the September 2024 Constitution with the October 2025 proposed clauses for member vote
- FAQs: Your questions answered about the proposal and what the changes mean for members
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- Division and Branch Handbook (Updated Nov 2024)
- Special Interest Group and Other Groups Policy
- PAC Charter
- Sector Director nomination process
- Sector Director Position Descriptions - Cattle, Equine, and Small Animal
- Board Skills Matrix example
- Independent Nominations Committee Terms of Reference
- Independent Nominations Committee Position Description - AVA Member Representative, Independent
