Media Releases

The AVA has strongly endorsed the Tasmanian Government's move to ban the use of prong collars on dogs.

The AVA is disappointed that our proposal to wipe the HECS debts of veterinary graduates who live and work in rural areas was not included in the Budget. 

New biosecurity measures on pet food vital as mandatory Australian pet food standards remain in limbo.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is calling on the next Victorian State Government to support three key areas important to the veterinary profession: essential veterinary services for the public good are resourced to become sustainable, mental health of the veterinary profession is protected, and animal care and protection legislation is modernised.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Veterinary Wellness Roundtable will be held during mental health month, on the 26th of October 2022.