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Emergency Animal Disease Update (Foot and Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease) – what the AVA has been doing.

This two-hour discussion aims to provide you with an opportunity to connect with your peers over a light breakfast whilst discussing the latest hot topics relevant to veterinary business today.

The Queensland CVO Dr Allison Crook has contacted EVA to advise that a private veterinarian has diagnosed a positive Hendra case in a 21-year-old UNVACCINATED Arab X horse from the Mackay region, Qld, Thursday 7 July.

Animal Medicines Australia has recently launched the Vet-Med Disposal Campaign to help veterinarians, farmers and pet owners dispose of unwanted medicines safely.

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.

Information about response activities, support available, how to provide support, and links to resources for treating flood impacted animals.

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

The NSW veterinary practitioners board has introduced a 'Supply of pain management medication for animal husbandry procedures in production animals' policy, with updates guided by advocacy from the Sheep, Camelid and Goat Veterinarians special interest group.

Updated information for employers about COVID-19 from the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

World Zoonoses Day is on the 6th of July, and this year it is more relevant than ever. 2022 has already seen increases in the detection of two zoonotic diseases – Japanese encephalitis virus and Leptospirosis – in Australia. This has highlighted the vital role of veterinarians in protecting not just animals, but also the wider community.

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.