New South Wales

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.

Brucella suis has been detected in two dogs located in the Lake Macquarie region of NSW. Veterinarians are advised to review their risk management systems, including the use of PPE to minimise the risk of transmission of Brucella suis to humans or uninfected animals.

The NSW Chief Veterinary Office is hosting a webinar on Japanese encephalitis for private veterinary practitioners in NSW on Wednesday 14th December from 7pm.

Information about NSW flood response activities, support available, how to provide support, links to resources for treating flood impacted animals, and a point of contact AVA Liaison Officer if you have any flood concerns or seeking support.

The AVA provided a submission on the Draft Report: Rehoming Companion Animals in NSW as part of the Rehoming Practices Review. Veterinary practices are often the entry point for strays in the rehoming process and should be considered as part of the NSW Rehoming Practices Review.