“What we do in childhood can reflect who we really are. As a boy I was always looking under rocks or had my nose to the ground. I was fascinated by nature.” For Paul Ramos, becoming a zoologist was only the first step on the path to a career in […]
Animal welfare award for Sue Foster
Sue Foster has received the 2020 David Bayvel Award for Excellence in Animal Welfare. The panel was unanimous in its decision and President of the ANZCVS Animal Welfare Chapter, Di Evans, praised Foster’s contribution to the field. “Foster has worked tirelessly for many years in highlighting the welfare issues associated […]
Researching the relationship between performing euthanasia and veterinarian wellbeing
Why and Why Now? Please note that this article discusses the topics of suicide and euthanasia. Please read with caution and if you or anyone you know needs help, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. Whilst the prevalence of mental health issues in […]
Alex Hynes: from shy kid to Bondi Vet
Shy is not a word anyone would associate with Alex Hynes on Bondi Vet: Coast to Coast. On screen every Friday night she comes across as being confident, approachable and professional, at ease in front of the camera and with the wide variety of people and pets she meets. As […]
Face to Face: Wild, wild life: from volunteer to visionary
Anne Layton-Bennett talks to Greg Irons, director of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Greg Irons is one of those fortunate people who always knew what he wanted to do when he grew up, and that it would involve animals in some way, shape or form. Animals fascinated him, and while his parents […]