Media Releases

Veterinarians across Australia deliver compassionate, high-quality care which is tailored to both the animal and the owner’s circumstances, a concept known as contextualised care.

Veterinary fees reflect the true cost of delivering complex, high-quality medical care in a system that receives no government subsidies. The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is responding to recent commentary about the affordability of vet care, clarifying the many factors that drive these costs.

The Australian Veterinary Association is pleased to announce the election of Dr Gemma Chuck as President and Dr Diana Barker as Vice President of the AVA Board. The announcement was made during the AVA’s annual Gala Dinner at the 2025 AVA Conference in Sydney on Thursday night.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) congratulates Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, and the Albanese government on their second election victory.

The excitement is building as the veterinary profession counts down to the highly anticipated 2025 Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) National Conference, returning to Sydney for the first time in over 20 years, from 12–15 May.