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The WA State Government has requested an Independent Review of Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) to ensure the racing industry has a framework for long-term financial sustainability. The AVA is preparing a submission to the review and is seeking feedback from members to inform our response.

The Victorian Government is seeking feedback on proposed regulations supporting the new Authorised Pet Rehoming Organisation (APRO) scheme. The AVA is inviting members to share their views to help inform its consideration of the consultation. Members can provide feedback directly to AVA or respond through the government consultation, which closes on Monday 16 March 2026.

The AVA has launched a major national advocacy initiative — Managing Medicines and Poisons: A Path to Reform for Veterinary Practice in Australia — to tackle long-standing inconsistencies and impracticalities in how veterinary medicines and poisons are regulated across states and territories. Your insights will directly influence the AVA’s advocacy to legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders — and help shape a system that supports veterinary teams, protects animals, and serves our communities.

Agriculture Victoria is publicly consulting on the draft implementation plan for the Victorian Biosecurity Strategy. The AVA is preparing a submission on the draft plan and is seeking feedback from members to inform our response.

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.

The South Australian Government is consulting on key elements required to implement the new breeder licensing scheme under the Dog and Cat Management reforms.

Racing Queensland (RQ) is seeking stakeholder feedback on a suite of proposed amendments to the Australian Rules of Racing that have been approved by the Racing Australia Board for consultation. Several of the proposed changes raise important issues for equine veterinarians, particularly in relation to animal welfare, veterinary oversight, and the interface between clinical decision-making and racing regulation. The AVA is seeking member input to inform the development of its submission to this consultation.