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The AVBC is undertaking a review of the AVBC Accreditation Standards and is seeking comment on these draft accreditation standards and draft accreditation methodology. Feedback to inform the AVA submission to the AVBC is due by 9.00am Monday 29th August 2022.

We are inviting members and interested stakeholders to form the veterinary wellness steering group that will help to deliver AVA's THRIVE wellness initiatives.

Member feedback is sought on the draft NSW Biosecurity and Food Safety Strategy 2022-2030. The draft Strategy aims to better protect the state’s economy, environment, and community against growing biosecurity and food safety threats.

The AVA has been invited to provide comment on proposed regulatory amendments in relation to stray stock and unattended animals including penalty infringement notice amounts, notice periods, and monetary caps under which items may be quickly disposed of.

The AVBC is undertaking a major review of accreditation standards for Day One Competencies in new graduates. AVA member feedback is sought to inform our submission.

The Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC) seeks members' opinions regarding the registration of veterinary nurses.

The Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 (BAM Act) is the foundation that protects Western Australia's environment, agricultural resources and the lifestyle that Western Australians enjoy. It governs WA’s responses to plant and animal pests, weeds and diseases, the use of agricultural and veterinary chemicals, and the safety and quality of our agricultural products.

On 18 June 2022, the Veterinary Practice Act 2021 (Act) commenced and Tranche 1 of the Veterinary Practice Regulations 2022 were proclaimed. Tranche 1 provides the initial framework of essential regulations to support the operation of the new Act. The more substantive changes will occur when the Tranche 2 regulations are proclaimed. It is expected that Tranche 2, will be proclaimed later this year to be in effect for the beginning of 2023.