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Salty & sweet: a life spent helping out crocs

May 29, 2018May 25, 2018adminLeave a Comment

Every veterinarian signs up for lifetime learning, but those undertaking wildlife work must be particularly committed. Annabelle Olsson has made a career juggling full time work and study, and in the process, has refined crocodile treatment. Olsson graduated from the University of Sydney in 1985. She worked for a few years in general practice in […]

Lort Smith plans bushfire triage workshop

November 15, 2013November 15, 2013adminLeave a Comment

Fire-related injuries in veterinary practice are generally an uncommon occurrence – with the significant exception of vulnerable animals during bushfire season. Bushfires are becoming an increasing threat to vulnerable communities across Australia, with veterinarians dealing with increasing challenges from the 2009 “Black Saturday” bushfires in Victoria to the current disasters in New South Wales. A […]