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Vets welcome rural bonding scheme

Media Release Tuesday 18 November 2008   A voluntary rural bonding scheme for veterinarians, promised today by incoming Minister for Agriculture, Hon. ... More »

Welcome to VetSpace

The NZVA is proud to bring you VetSpace, the new online hub for the wider New Zealand veterinary community. ... More »

Editors Picks

Interview with Richard Laven about recently published NZVJ Article

Richard Laven was interviewed about his recently published New Zealand Veterinary Journal paper "A review of the potential impact of increased use of housing on the health and welfare of dairy ... More »

Risks to humans of leptospirosis from sheep confirmed

Media Release 24 September 2008 Meat workers are exposed to leptospira from handling sheep carcases, a large scale study by Massey University researchers has confirmed. ... More »

Profiles

Companion Animal

Companion Animal
Aims and objectives To support and encourage the good health and welfare of companion animals in New Zealand and promote their value in society. To support and represent the interests of the m ... More »
 

Wildlife Society

Wildlife Society
The Wildlife Society of the New Zealand Veterinary Association is one of the NZVA's specialist branches. Objectives To enhance veterinary contributions to the welfare and manageme ... More »
 
Interview with Richard Laven about recently published NZVJ Article

Interview with Richard Laven about recently published NZVJ Article

Risks to humans of leptospirosis from sheep confirmed

Risks to humans of leptospirosis from sheep confirmed

Events and CPD courses

Making Sense of Science

Making Sense of Science
A Short Course in Critical Appraisal and Evidence Synthesis The ability to read, understand and critically appraise research and scientific literature is fast becoming an essential skill for medica ... More »
 

Veterinary Radiology Workshop

Veterinary Radiology Workshop
This popular 1-day workshop is led by tutors, Angela Hartman, Mark Owen with input from Chris Warman. Click here for the registration form Register today to ensure your place! ... More »
 
VetScholar Online Courses

2008 CA Internal Medicine Oncology & Hot Topics

2008 CA Internal Medicine Oncology & Hot Topics
This course is tutored by Dr Mark Robson, Dr Elizabeth Dill-Macky and Dr Greg Ogilvie. ... More »
 

2008 Vet Nurse Oncology & Anaesthesiology Key Concepts

2008 Vet Nurse Oncology & Anaesthesiology Key Concepts
Two 6- week modules starting in June, presented by Dr Roz Machon and Carla Dawson. ... More »
 

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