News

Read about recent events, essential information and the latest community news.

98th NZVA AGM: Annual report and proposed constitution changes available

The 98th Annual General Meeting of the New Zealand Veterinary Association will take place via zoom on 16 June 2021 at 5pm.

Posted in NZVA news; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Exclusive member benefit: NZVA Animal Welfare Hub!

We are excited to announce your latest NZVA member benefit, the Animal Welfare Hub! The Animal Welfare Hub has all the resources you need to keep yourself well informed about animal welfare science and to effectively lead conversations about animal welfare with clients.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Member benefit, Animal welfare; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Retired Network Gathering – Wellington

A small group of Retired Network members met at the Foxglove Bar, Queens Wharf, Wellington on Wednesday 14 April. This was a chance for members to engage with new and old colleagues. Stories were told, memories revived, rumours dealt with and new contacts made.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Members; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Wiggles strike a sour note with veterinarians

23rd April, 2021 Saturday 24 April marks World Veterinary Day and this year New Zealand veterinarians find themselves facing another year of significant stress and challenging workloads. There are m…

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Vets, Covid-19, Member welfare; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA accepts live export ban is consistent with animal welfare science

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is not surprised by the government’s decision to ban live exports by sea and believes the two- year transition period is pragmatic for businesses in the sector.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Animal welfare; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

1972 Reunion

A good turnout of 35 people enjoyed a memorable reunion at the end of March in Whanganui which was organised by Dave and Lorraine Taylor.

1964/65 Reunion

Last month, a reunion of the veterinary students’ intake of 1964 and 1965 took place.

NZVA Awards 2021

Each year, the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) proudly recognises significant accomplishments, exemplary leadership and tireless commitment to our veterinary community. Nominations are now …

Request for samples for molecular survey of the canine parvovirus 2 (CPV-2) in New Zealand

During 2021, MSD Animal Health and Massey University are collaborating on a parvovirus study: ‘A Molecular Survey of Canine Parvovirus 2 (CPV-2) in New Zealand’. The aim of this study is to estimate the relative prevalence of parvovirus subtypes in naturally infected New Zealand dogs.

Posted in Other; Tagged Companion animal, Vets; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Theilera equi response

A declaration of New Zealand’s freedom from the equine blood disease Theilera equi was recently posted on the World Organisation for Animal Health’s (OIE) website.

Posted in Other; Tagged Equine; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read