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NSW Division President Update - December 2023

01 Dec 2023
This month NSW Division held our annual face-to-face committee meeting at the AVA offices at St Leonards. We have continued our advocacy this month on pounds, and we need your input to protect our ability to prescribe drugs to our patients in NSW.

WA Division President Update - December 2023

01 Dec 2023
A huge thank you to all those involved with this year’s WA Division Conference held earlier in November. I believe we’ve found the sweet spot for conference topics combining progressive medicine that can be implemented across general practice. While we love to change up the location of the cocktail party every year, I think anyone who attended would agree the food and service at Sailing for Oranges in Fremantle will be a hard act to beat.

Industry Advisory Group for Veterinary Nursing in Western Australia (IAG WA) – call for EOI

01 Dec 2023
The Industry Advisory Group for Veterinary Nursing (WA) was re-established in 2023 under the direction of the National Industry Advisory Group for Veterinary Nursing (NIAG).

The Queensland Small Business Commissioner (QSBC)

01 Dec 2023
The QSBC provides practical information, support and assistance to help Queensland small businesses thrive.

NT Small Business Support resources

01 Dec 2023
As veterinary practices operate, in the majority, as small businesses across Australia, the AVA is reaching out to the Small Business Commissioners and other relevant government departments to engage them in discussions around the challenges facing the veterinary profession as part of the small business sector.

Thank you to Australia’s outgoing Chief Veterinary Officer – Dr Mark Schipp

01 Dec 2023
On behalf of all AVA members we wish Dr Schipp the very best for his retirement, and we are thrilled that his involvement with the AVA will continue next year.

…and it’s goodbye from him

29 Nov 2023
Australia's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Mark Schipp signs off after 30 years with the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture.

President’s message from Dr Diana Barker – November 2023

24 Nov 2023
The AVA invests substantial resources and funding to champion improvements in our profession. I urge each of you to participate in the 2023 Workforce Survey - a crucial initiative aimed at capturing the insights and perspectives of every member of our profession.

AVA represented at the NSW parliamentary inquiry into pounds in New South Wales

17 Nov 2023
The AVA is calling on the NSW Government to develop a consistent state-wide policy for local government and veterinary practice interactions in stray dog and cat management.

Changes to AVA Member HR Services from 2024

17 Nov 2023
An overview of the popular AVA Member HR Services provided by Liquid HR, and the changes for 2024.

 

 

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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