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The AVA is thrilled to welcome The Unusual Pet Vets (UPV) to our growing list of AVA Employer of Choice (EOC) Accredited practices – a rigorous auditing process that recognises employers with exceptional standards of staff recruitment, engagement and retention.

The AVA is seeking nominations for its Board. Can you join a team of leaders and help to steer the profession in the right direction?

With only 1 week until nominations close for the 2024 AVA Awards, time is running out! We need you to help us identify and celebrate your colleagues whose achievements and service drive our industry forward.

Seeking Expression of Interests (EOI) to be AVA representative on the TAFE NSW Industry Collaboration Reference Group (ICRG) for the Animal Care & Management Sector.

Do you want to be able to provide support in a crisis? Learn how mental health first aid – like physical first aid – can make a big difference until professional help is available.

New guidelines have been developed by the WSAVA Professional Wellness Group to support the wellbeing of the global veterinary community.

Dr Allison Crook, Queensland Chief Veterinary Officer, was awarded the Public Service Medal for her outstanding public service during COVID-19 to animal welfare and the protection of biosecurity in Queensland.

Do you or someone you know have a passion for elevating veterinary science in Australia? We are taking expressions of interest for a new Editor-in-Chief.

In a media release, Victorian Division AVA President, Dr Cathy Deague called for the Victorian Government to reassess its stance on duck hunting and take the final step toward a complete ban.

Do you want to help shape the advocacy efforts of the AVA in your Division? This could be through: • Working on local veterinary, animal welfare, livestock, or companion animal legislation • Meeting with State and Territory Ministers and Members of Parliament • Exploring issues that face the profession and lobbying government for change • A range of other activities Then nominate yourself or contact us for more information.

The AVA is preparing a submission to oppose oxytetracycline rescheduling and encourages members to comment on these amendments by submitting a response to the TGA.