The Australian Veterinary Association
Veterinary ServicesNew South Wales, Australia51-200 Employees
The Australian Veterinary Association is the national professional association for veterinarians in Australia, representing thousands of members since 1921. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, it operates within the veterinary services sector to provide professional standards, advocacy, and educational resources for veterinarians. In May 2026, leadership changes saw James Gilkerson appointed Vice President and Dr Margaret Reilly appointed Board Chair. The association announced an all-inclusive membership model to be launched in June 2026. Its work spans professional advocacy, development of practice guidelines—including a new equine-specific module for antimicrobial prescribing—and educational events such as the AVA Conference 2026 in Brisbane, as well as involvement in World Veterinary Association activities.