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With just over a month to go until Newcastle transforms into a hub for cattle veterinarians, the AVA speaks to committee members and convenors about what they’re looking forward to most.

We’re kicking off our brand-new SIG in the Spotlight series with an insightful conversation with Veterinary Business Group (VBG) President, Janet Murray.

Eight early career veterinarians have been announced as the successful candidates for a first of its kind scholarship program in regional Victoria.

With ongoing uncertainty about the future of HomeSafeID microchip registry, veterinarians and pet owners should take immediate steps to safeguard pet registration records.

In October 2024, the Federal Government announced a transition package of $139.7 million for the phase out of live sheep exports by sea. The package includes $45.5 million for programs to be co-designed with the industry to assist sheep producers and the associated supply chain in preparing for the phase out. AVA has been invited to nominate representatives to participate in the co-design workshops.

Changes proposed in the draft Regulations include granting the WA Veterinary Practice Board extended powers to authorise individuals to perform acts of veterinary medicine, and other procedures are proposed to no longer be classified as acts of veterinary medicine.

AVA President Dr Sally Colgan provides a summary of the AVA's conversations in Canberra, as they met with key decision-makers to highlight critical issues and advocate for urgently needed investment in the veterinary sector.

Your AVA membership entitles you to a substantial discount on conference registration, which can be further discounted by taking advantage of early bird savings up to 25% before 31 March. 

The AVA have developed and sent to WA Parliamentarians the AVA 2025 WA Election Priorities. AVA Members are encouraged to talk to local MPs and candidates about the issues facing the veterinary profession at this coming WA State election.

The AVA is proud to announce that the AVA Conference Research Day Awards will be named after 2 female pioneers of the veterinary profession, Emeritus Professor Mary Barton AO and Associate Professor Daria Love.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is once again preparing to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership with the 2025 AVA Awards nominations now open.