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The AVA is seeking Expressions of Interest from members interested in hosting AVA client-sponsored webinars throughout 2026.

The final report from the 2025 South Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Veterinary Mental Health and Wellbeing highlighted the value of industry-led initiatives that build leadership capability and workplace culture.

More than 250 cattle-sector veterinary professionals travelled from across Australia to attend the event, delivered in partnership with the Australian Reproduction Veterinarians (ARV) and Australian Veterinarians in Public Health (AVPH) – making it one of the largest conferences ever hosted by the Australian Cattle Veterinarians (ACV).

The AVA is preparing a submission for the review of Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA). The AVA is aware that there are currently a number of errors in the definitions and welcomes further comments from members to assist in developing the submission.

The AVA is preparing a submission for the WA Parliamentary Inquiry looking at the affordability and accessibility of veterinary care.

This year’s stellar line-up of international and local experts is set to deliver a program that appeals to all areas of the veterinary community, and with access to video proceedings for 12 months afterwards, your learning doesn't stop in Brisbane.

Tasmania’s new rental laws remove “no pets” barriers, recognising the vital role of companion animals and ensuring owners no longer have to choose between a home and their pet.

The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has announced significant changes to the regulation of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs), marking an important step forward for animal welfare, environmental protection and public safety.

This issue showcases 10 papers across production animals (sheep), equine and small animals.

World Parasite Awareness Day on Friday 20 March is a timely reminder of the critical role veterinarians play in protecting animal health, public health and production systems through proactive, evidence-based parasite prevention.

Early-bird registrations are now open for the 2026 AVA Conference, and this year’s equine stream is shaping up to be one of the most compelling yet.