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GWIC introduces two new Greyhound Racing Local Rules in NSW 31 January 2022
The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission has introduced two new Local Racing Rules to:
- mitigate the welfare risks involved in breeding older greyhounds; and
- provide notice to the industry that greyhounds which have been subjected to the procedure known as firing will not be permitted to race.
Breeding exemption applications LR58A
Under the Greyhound Racing Rules, participants are prohibited from breeding female greyhounds that have reached the age of 8 years, or have already had 3 litters, unless they have been granted an...
NSW DPI - West Nile Virus- Kunjin Strain Cases in NSW 28 January 2022
CVO Bulletin
West Nile Virus
Recent testing at Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute (EMAI) has diagnosed West Nile virus – Kunjin strain (WNVKUN) in four foals in two distant parts of the state. Two foals showing severe neurological signs have recovered with appropriate supportive care. The other two are still undergoing treatment.
WNV is a mosquito borne virus belonging to the genus Flavivirus. A strain of WNV, WNVKUN is endemic in parts of Australia and has been present for many years. Only occasional cases are ...
Seeking Australian veterinarians for antimicrobial prescribing research 12 January 2022
Survey
Researchers at The University of Melbourne are seeking Australian veterinarians to participate in a research project exploring: What factors influence the antimicrobial prescribing behaviours of veterinarians in Australia?
For more information about the study and how to participate see the attached letter from Dr Mark Schipp, Australian Chief Veterinary Officer and the Researches.
The questionnaire...
Important message for veterinary students and employers 23 December 2021
Registration as a veterinarian
Only a registered person is able to refer to themselves as a veterinarian and perform restricted acts of veterinary science. As many veterinary students are aware, there is an exemption from registration for students completing the requirements for a course accredited by the AVBC.
Importantly, this exemption does not apply to students who have completed the requirements of the course and are awaiting their results.
It is possible to employ veterinary students awaiting their final results prior to becoming graduands but not as veterinarians and they...
Office Closed 23 December 2021
The office of the Veterinary Practitioners Board will be closed from Friday 24 December 2021 to Friday 7 January 2022.
Happy Christmas and best wishes for a safe and healthy 2022.
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 22 November 2021
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) aims to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and to encourage best practices among the general public, health workers and policy makers to avoid the further emergence and spread of drug-resistant infections.
The WAAW 2021 campaign calls on stakeholders, including policymakers, health care providers, and the general public to recognize that everyone can be an AMR Awareness champion. Participants are encouraged to spread awareness about what AMR is, share stories about its consequences, and demonstrate how the actions of individuals, families,...
NSW DPI COVID-19 Update 04 November 2021
From Monday 1 November there are no longer any restrictions for travel within NSW for fully vaccinated people. Restrictions on travel remain for people who are not fully vaccinated. More details here
Vaccinations and the workplace
The below information has been provided by ...
Annual General Meeting 2021 04 November 2021
You are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the veterinary profession in New South Wales from 7.00 pm Tuesday 16 November 2021.
The AGM will be held using virtual technology.
If you would like to attend this event please RSVP by close of business Monday 8 November 2021.
This event will provide attendees with 2 structured CPD points.
Annual General Meeting
- Agenda
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NSW DPI: COVID-19 Update 14 October 2021
Reopening Updated Information for Industry and Businesses
As NSW starts to reopen this week having reached the 70 per cent double vaccination target, the new Public Health Order introduces significant changes to the COVID-19 controls in place.
Changes from Monday 11th October include:...
NSW Government: COVID Update 11 October 2021
Roadmap and COVID Safety Plans
Changes to the roadmap this week now mean more businesses can reopen with increased capacity limits from Monday 11 October.
The 3 stages of reopening NSW are:
- 70% full vaccination target reopening starts for people who are fully vaccinated or have a medical...