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For R U OK? Day, which was held on 8 September 2022, the AVA put together a video of our veterinary colleagues sharing stories about times they have been supported, and times when they have supported others.

The AVA will be making a submission with feedback on combining the laws relating to animals, plants and pests currently provided across multiple pieces of legislation into a single Biosecurity Act.

The NSW Department of Education is conducting a survey to learn more about the extent and causes of skills shortages in NSW, especially in regional areas.

For R U OK? Day 2022, Dr Olivia (Liv) Oginska shared her experience on the importance of psychological safety.

Flynn's Walk is a charity devoted to highlighting the challenges veterinary professionals face. Having previously held events in Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane, this month they will be heading to Sydney for the very first time.

Zoos Victoria’s Wildlife Health and Welfare Advisor and veterinarian Dr Leanne Wicker recently featured on DFAT's Pandemic Warriors series that aired on the ABC.

The AVA has been hard at work lobbying the Federal Government to wipe the HECS debts of veterinary graduates living and working in rural and remote areas.

Researchers are recruiting dogs newly diagnosed with B-cell lymphoma to evaluate the anti-cancer drug, Monepantel (MPL).

In support of R U OK? Day, which is coming up on 8 September 2022, he AVA are putting on a special webinar and we are putting out a call for what you are doing on R U OK? Day.

During August, veterinary clinics around the country celebrated dental month, taking the opportunity to promote the importance of dental health in pets. However, president of the Australian Veterinary Dental Society, Dr Rebecca Nilsen, wants vets to rethink their approach.

We interviewed Peter Baines OAM, Kirrily Dear and Dr Nick Mabbott for insights into leadership, productivity and what they'll be speaking about at the 2022 Veterinary Business Group (VBG) Summit.