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The VIC Central Highlands Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across the Central Highlands region of Victoria, which includes Ballarat, Daylesford, and surrounding rural communities. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in mixed, small animal, and large animal practices. The region is known for its agricultural base, equine industry, and scenic landscapes, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.

Local Areas In The Branch

  • Ballarat
  • Daylesford
  • Creswick
  • Bacchus Marsh
  • Surrounding districts

Branch Rep
Robert Page

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The VIC East Gippsland Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across the eastern region of Victoria, including coastal towns, alpine areas, and rural communities. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in mixed, small animal, and large animal practices. East Gippsland is known for its dairy and beef industries, as well as tourism and wildlife care, making this branch vital for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Bairnsdale & Surrounds
Bairnsdale

Coastal & Lakes Towns
Lakes Entrance
Paynesville
Mallacoota

East Gippsland Towns
Orbost
Cann River
Bruthen

Surrounding rural areas


Branch Rep
Dianne Phillips

The VIC Geelong Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across Geelong and surrounding coastal and rural communities in Victoria. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in small animal, mixed, and large animal practices. Geelong is a major regional centre with strong links to agriculture, equine industries, and companion animal care, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Geelong City & Suburbs
Geelong
Belmont
Highton
Newtown

Surf Coast & Bellarine Peninsula
Torquay
Barwon Heads
Ocean Grove

Rural Surrounds
Breakwater
Armstrong Creek
Corio

Nearby areas


Branch Rep
Belinda Haebich

The VIC Metro Melbourne Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across Melbourne’s metropolitan area, including inner-city suburbs and outer urban regions. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in small animal, mixed, and specialist practices. Metro Melbourne is a major hub for veterinary services, catering to a diverse population and companion animal care, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare in urban environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Inner Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
East Melbourne
West Melbourne
St Kilda Road

Inner North & East
North Melbourne
Fitzroy
Richmond
South Yarra

Inner South
St Kilda
Prahran
South Melbourne

Outer Metropolitan Areas
Northcote
Ivanhoe
Glen Waverley
Carnegie
Brighton East

Surrounding metropolitan suburbs


Branch Rep
Jennie Heslop

The VIC North Eastern Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across the North Eastern region of Victoria, including major centres such as Wangaratta, Wodonga, and Benalla, as well as surrounding rural communities. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in mixed, small animal, and large animal practices. The region is known for its strong agricultural base, dairy and beef industries, and proximity to alpine areas, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Wangaratta & Surrounds
Wangaratta

Nearby Regional Centres
Wodonga
Benalla
Mansfield

Bright & Alpine Region
Bright

Other North Eastern Towns
Yarrawonga
Rutherglen
Myrtleford

Surrounding rural areas


Branch Rep
Suffien Suharju

The VIC Peninsula Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding coastal and rural communities in Victoria. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in small animal, mixed, and equine practices. The region is known for its vibrant coastal lifestyle, equine industry, and agricultural enterprises, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Mornington & Surrounds
Mornington

Nearby Peninsula Towns
Mount Eliza
Frankston
Rosebud

Southern Peninsula
Sorrento
Portsea

Other Peninsula Towns
Langwarrin
Flinders

Surrounding rural areas


Branch Rep
Jacqueline Bowden

The VIC South Gippsland Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) represents veterinarians working across the South Gippsland region of Victoria, including coastal towns, dairy farming communities, and rural areas. This branch provides professional support, continuing education, and networking opportunities for practitioners in mixed, small animal, and large animal practices. South Gippsland is renowned for its dairy industry, beef production, and scenic coastal landscapes, making this branch essential for promoting animal health and welfare across diverse environments.


Local Areas In The Branch

Leongatha & Surrounds
Leongatha
Korumburra

Coastal & Nearby Towns
Wonthaggi
Inverloch
Foster

Other South Gippsland Towns
Meeniyan
Koonwarra
Toora

Surrounding rural areas


Branch Rep
Chris Heislers