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Exciting biosecurity initiatives announced

24 May 2024
Two Biosecurity Queensland initiatives were recently announced by Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner.

If you suspect an emergency animal disease

24 May 2024
If you suspect an emergency animal disease, phone the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries call centre on 13 25 23 or BSL on 07 3708 8762.

BSL – your partner in animal disease diagnostics and surveillance

24 May 2024
Queensland’s Biosecurity Sciences Laboratory (BSL) provides world-class testing and diagnostics for animal pests and diseases of terrestrial and aquatic livestock, bees and wildlife.

Ehrlichia canis is no longer nationally notifiable

24 May 2024
‘Infection with Ehrlichia canis’ has been removed from the national list of notifiable animal diseases and canine ehrlichiosis is no longer considered a notifiable incident in Queensland. Disease management is now focused on tick prevention and early detection and treatment.

Board Communique - May 2024

24 May 2024
This is the first Board Communique for 2024. It is being shared with AVA Members and Staff to increase transparency and encourage information sharing across the AVA.

Avian Influenza (bird flu) update 23 May 2024

23 May 2024
Current situation – 23 May 2024 We are investigating poultry deaths at an egg farm near Meredith. Diagnostic testing at CSIRO’s Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness at Geelong has confirmed H7N3 high pathogenic avian influenza.

Avian Influenza (bird flu)

22 May 2024
Current situation – 22 May 2024 We are investigating poultry deaths at an egg farm near Meredith. Preliminary tests have confirmed the presence of avian influenza.

NSW Local Land Services (LLS) Board Elections

22 May 2024
Voting in the NSW Local Land Services local board election is now open. This is your opportunity to ensure your LLS board reflects the needs of landholders and the broader community.

Enhancing passive surveillance in NSW Project and Survey

22 May 2024
NSW Veterinarians are invited to participate in a research study that aims to understand current passive livestock disease surveillance practices, the application of syndromic surveillance and evaluate the effectiveness of recent emergency animal disease (EAD) training and education activities for private and government veterinarians and para-veterinarians in NSW.

President’s message from Dr Diana Barker – May 2024

17 May 2024
The AVA is our professional association and as such it is incumbent on us to help shape the Association’s vision and drive better outcomes for our profession.

 

 

Australia's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Beth Cookson discusses the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment’s Pacific Engagement Program. Read all CVO columns.

 

Your Profession, Your Voice - AVA Advocacy Updates

The latest round up on key national and division advocacy activities, and the latest news in public affairs. Read more.

 

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