The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe
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Join the NZVA
Strengthen your future with the NZVA. When you become a member, you'll get access to a vibrant, supportive community as well as fantastic benefits and opportunities throughout your veterinary career.
Vet Support
Vet Support is our dedicated website designed to empower veterinary professionals. By integrating individual and team wellbeing, Vet Support is the trusted, go-to platform for mental health and wellness resources in the veterinary profession.
Companion Animal Veterinary Refresher Scheme
A comprehensive online course available in modules covering many aspects of companion animal practice.
2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference
The 2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference will be held at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre in June 2025. Watch this space for more details as they are announced!
NZVA news
Vet association supports petition to ban public sale of fireworks
The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) supports the petition to ban the public sale of fireworks that is expected to be presented to Parliament today.
Outstanding service by vets recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
Two veterinarians recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours, Professor Emeritus Joe Mayhew and Dr Richard Wild, are outstanding leaders in the profession, says the New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA).
Progress towards getting new medicines into vet clinics welcomed
The NZVA welcomes the target set by Ministers for reducing the queue for approving new animal medicines. However NZVA Chief Executive Kevin Bryant says it will take more than a target to get products into vet clinics.
Calls to prioritise animal welfare in an emergency
Veterinarians are calling for new legislation to ensure animal welfare is integral to emergency planning, and that vets are recognised as a vital part of emergency response.
Upcoming courses and events
Companion Animal Veterinary Refresher Scheme
Comprehensive online course available in modules covering many aspects of companion animal practice.
Available all year
2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference
Registrations open on 27 February!
4–6 June 2025
Lifestyle Block Medicine
An overview of handling, management and examination of common lifestyle block species including goats, pigs, and camelids.
Available Monday 5 May 2025
Mentoring for Success
Supporting mentors and mentees to have successful mentorship partnerships
Available all year
