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After a long hiatus due to COVID restrictions, EVA will host their next round of state meetings in Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania this December. Join us for dinner and drinks, thought-provoking presentations, and the chance to kick back and catch up - we can't wait to make you welcome!

You're invited to attend the Annual Meeting of the AVA Sunshine Coast Branch, with guest speak Dr Mike Shipstone, Thursday 11 November, 7.00pm - 7.30pm, to be held at Beerwah Golf Club.

The Annual Meeting of the AVA Brisbane Veterinary Practitioners Branch will be held Tuesday 9 November, 6.45pm - 7.15 pm, at Garden City Library.

The extensive research phase of the AVA Veterinary Wellness Project is now complete. SuperFriend, the AVA's partner in the development of the Veterinary Wellness Strategy, has now released a stakeholder report - detailing the findings of the extensive research activities undertaken.

The Australian Reproductive Veterinarians special interest group of the AVA will be holding their Annual General Meeting via Zoom, Tuesday 7 December.

Under the Victorian Government mandatory vaccination COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions, veterinary staff should now have received their first vaccination dose. Find out more about the vaccination requirements of workers, working with clients, managing your workplace and pet grooming guidelines here.

The WA Government has announced a requirement for mandatory vaccinations in certain businesses. Find out more here.

The Queensland government has set its agenda for relaxing its borders. Find more about how these changes may affect you or your business here.

It's National Agriculture Day on the 19th November, and the theme this year is 'Celebrating the fabulous and fulfilling career opportunities on offer in agriculture'.

The latest edition of the AVA Digest is out now! The AVA digest is published every two weeks and features news, stories and industry updates from around the profession. See below for a taste of what's in this special second edition for Mental Health Month.

Ever Wondered if Unusual Pet Veterinary Practice is for you? If you are considering working with unusual pets, join us for a special panel presentation and Q&A developed with the Student Vet in mind.  Eminent Australian Unusual Pet Vets, Dr Lizzie Selby, Dr Alex Rosenwax, and Dr Deborah Monks will speak to the topic of “My Unusual Pet Vet Career”.