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This week, AVA representatives briefed the committee undertaking the NSW Government’s inquiry into the veterinary workforce shortage in NSW.  

AVA Head of Veterinary and Public Affairs Dr Cristy Secombe and NSW Division President Dr Zachary Lederhose were invited to present to the Inquiry Committee Members as part of this briefing. The presentation included some background on the veterinary workforce shortage in Australia, a summary of the main factors driving the shortage and proposed solutions. 

This inquiry was announced following the AVA’s NSW Election Platform advocacy on key priorities pre- and post NSW election, including  rural and regional workforce issues.  

The AVA continues to drive advocacy on this extremely important issue. Currently the AVA are undertaking a consultation process with members and key stakeholders to inform the AVA representations to the inquiry. Member feedback will inform a comprehensive AVA submission and representations to the inquiry. 

To read more please click here.

For further information from the Upper House NSW Parliamentary enquiry into Vet Shortages please click here.