A cutting-edge canine mannequin, recently introduced at TAFE NSW Kingscliff, is providing veterinary nursing students with an invaluable, hands-on learning experience. The lifelike mannequin, imported from the US – and affectionately named Barbara – allows students to practice essential clinical skills in a safe and controlled environment. Gemma Holland, a […]
Exciting Speakers Announced for the 2024 National Greencross Clinical Symposium
The upcoming Greencross National Symposium and Leadership Conference on the Gold Coast is bringing together some of the leading experts in veterinary medicine to share their knowledge and insights. We’re thrilled to highlight just a few of the amazing speakers set to present: Dr. Charles KuntzRegistered Specialist of Small Animal […]
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 […]
AVA Survey in to unpaid work now open.
The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has launched a survey in collaboration with the University of Melbourne to identify the amount of unpaid work done by veterinarians. In 2003, “pro bono” veterinary services by privately owned veterinary practices were approximated at $30m, up from $17m in 1999. The anonymous survey has […]
Greencross announces award winners
The Greencross Pet Wellness Company has announced the award winners from its 2023 National Clinical Symposium and leadership conference. Held at the Royal Pines Gold Coast, this year’s symposium was the largest event in the company’s history, bringing together more than 1600 vets, vet nurses, Petbarn and Animate team members, […]