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The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is pleased to announce that the full scientific program for the AVA Conference 2026 is now live, as the conference makes an exciting return to Brisbane for the first time since 2018.

Dr Sally Colgan has resigned from the Board of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) after more than five years of valued contribution to the Association and the veterinary profession.

Bringing together veterinarians from across Australia and New Zealand, the CPV Group provides members with opportunities to influence AVA policy, attend biannual scientific conferences, and connect with colleagues through the AVPA and beyond. Through these initiatives, the CPV continues to strengthen Australia’s poultry sector, promoting best practices in animal health, public health, and food safety.

The AVA are drafting a Commonwealth pre-budget submissions for the 2026/2027 financial year. AVA Members are invited to contribute by identifying possible priorities for inclusion.

Every year on 8 November, Human-Animal Bond Day celebrates and promotes the special bond between humans and animals. This day highlights not just companionship but how meaningful these relationships can be for emotional health, social connection, and community wellbeing.

The AVA NSW Division Committee is inviting AVA Members to get involved and help shape the future of veterinary practice in NSW. We currently have casual vacancies on the Committee and are seeking AVA members to join us.

The AVA is preparing a submission to the NSW Inquiry into licenses to harm native animals, and we are seeking AVA Member feedback to help inform our submission.

The NSW Independent Biosecurity Commissioner is seeking veterinary feedback on the NSW Cattle tick program.

At the Australian Veterinary Association’s AVA Awards presentation earlier this year, Dr Arran Hersburgh was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Don Kerr Student Award, which recognises exceptional commitment and academic achievement in cattle medicine.

International One Health Day shines a spotlight on the vital connections between people, animals, and the environment, promoting a collaborative, cross-disciplinary approach to tackling complex health challenges. This global initiative highlights how interdependence among all living systems demands joined-up solutions rather than isolated disciplines.

October marks both Mental Health Month and Safe Work Month - a time to reflect on how we can build healthier, safer workplaces. Within the veterinary profession, the THRIVE Cultivating Safe Teams (CST) AWARE program plays a vital role in creating a culture that supports psychological health and safety and helps workplaces meet their psychosocial safety legal requirements