CVS Australia has announced an innovative secondment program, offering Australian veterinary professionals a unique opportunity to work in the UK for up to two years. This initiative, which is believed to be a first for the Australian veterinary market, also allows UK colleagues to experience work in Australia. The program […]
Conference ends with workforce shortage relief in sight
The annual Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Conference wrapped up in late May with a panel session which brought together economists and veterinarians to discuss the landscape and emerging trends in the sector. Chaired by Moss Siddle and Paul Blanc, information presented showed that while recruiting continues to be a challenge […]
CANA calls for desexing, adoption and support amid surge in surrender of unwanted cats
National animal welfare charity Companion Animal Network Australia (CANA) is advocating for desexing, adoption and support amid a surge in surrenders of kitten and cats that are ‘no longer wanted’. “We are seeing a large spike in cats and kittens being relinquished to our member shelters around the country, intensifying […]
UK recognition for VET.CT founder
Founder and CEO of VET.CT, Victoria Johnson, has been named as winner of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the Bupa everywoman in Technology Awards 2024. The awards shine a spotlight on the tech industry’s most exceptional talent from the UK and beyond, bringing the industry together to recognise and […]
Heat stress from ocean warming harms octopus vision
While climate change has led to an increase in the abundance of octopuses, heat stress from projected ocean warming could impair their vision and impact the survivability of the species. “We found several proteins important for vision that were affected by thermal stress,” Qiaz Hua, a recent PhD graduate from […]