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The Australian Veterinary Association is seeking nominations for two Director positions - one Veterinary Director and one Independent Director. Nominations close 5pm Sunday 8 March 2026.

Vets Beyond Borders (VBB) currently has a range of volunteer opportunities available across the Pacific for veterinary professionals ready to make a meaningful contribution to animal welfare in underserved communities.

Australia’s cattle veterinarians are gearing up for the 2026 Australian Cattle Veterinarians (ACV) Conference. Scheduled for 23- 25 March 2026 at the Royal International Convention Centre in Brisbane, also known as the Ekka Showgrounds, this year’s conference promises science, collaboration, and community.

For veterinary medicine students across Australia, placement scholarships open the door to exploration and opportunity. These programs provide a fantastic chance to see new parts of the country and uncover incredible, previously undiscovered career paths in veterinary practice.

The AVA congratulates 6 veterinarians who have been recognised in the 2026 Australia Day Honours for their exceptional contributions to veterinary science, education, and the broader community.

Joining the ASAV means becoming part of a strong, supportive community of small animal veterinarians dedicated to advancing the profession. For nearly 60 years, the ASAV has championed the role of small animal veterinarians by providing high quality education, practical resources, professional collegiality, and a powerful voice in advocacy and policy. Membership offers ongoing support at every stage of your career, helping you stay connected, informed, and confident in a constantly evolving profession.

January marks One Health Awareness Month - a global initiative that highlights the vital interconnection between human, animal and environmental health. The approach recognises that the wellbeing of people cannot be separated from the health of animals and the ecosystems we share.

Australia’s summer of fires and floods has again highlighted the vital, often unseen role veterinarians play in disaster response and recovery.

Welcome to 2026! It’s a big year for THRIVE with our flagship Cultivating Safe Teams program expanding to pilot the next tier to the program, CST Action, and the return of the AVA | THRIVE Community Wellbeing Survey to deliver updated data on the state of mental health and wellbeing of the veterinary sector.

Skills Insight has opened consultation on proposed updates to Australia’s veterinary nursing training products, including the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing. These changes will shape how veterinary nurses are trained, supported and recognised into the future — and AVA members are encouraged to have their say.

“Divisions give us a voice in decisions that directly affect how we practise in our state or territory.” Nominations are now open for members to be involved on our Division Committees. Divisions represent AVA members within each Australian state or territory, advocating on issues that affect the veterinary profession at that level. Whether it’s workforce shortages, mental health, regulation, licensing, or education pathways. Divisions are the conduit between local members, government stakeholders, and Veterinary Registration Boards.