The Veterinary Voice when Australia Votes

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has identified five urgent priorities to strengthen animal health, biosecurity, public safety, and the wellbeing of Australia’s veterinary workforce. Targeted support in these areas is essential to ensure a sustainable, resilient veterinary sector.

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 has released its 2024 Queensland State Election Platform. Key issues are: Enhanced biosecurity and funding for emergency animal disease; Rural and regional veterinary workforce support ; Support for veterinary students; Support the provision of public good by veterinarians ; Mental health support for veterinary professionals

Ahead of this ACT Election, the AVA is calling on the next Territory Government to support and/or address the following key areas: Sustainability of the veterinary workforce; Mental health support for the veterinary profession; Support for veterinary care for persons experiencing vulnerabilities; Increased support for ACT government veterinarians; Support for veterinary public good activities.

The AVA's submission details the priorities for the government to improve accessibility and availability of veterinary services to the community.

The AVA has released its 2023 NSW State Election Platform calling on the next State Government to support and/or address the key areas impacting the veterinary profession.

The AVA has released its Election Platform for the 2022 Victorian State Election.

The AVA is lobbying members of parliament and parties ahead of the South Australian State Election.