On behalf of AVEA, I'm delighted to share our 2025 Annual Report with you. As climate change continues to threaten animal health and welfare – from record ocean temperatures devastating marine life to extreme weather impacting livestock and wildlife – the veterinary profession is stepping up with practical solutions and powerful advocacy. Here's what we
Christmas is only 31 sleeps, but there is little time to sleep on climate. The Government aims to pass its environmental law reforms by the end of the year. In its current form, the proposed legislation does not protect nature. The draft legislation fails to consider climate pollution or require decision-makers to consider the impact
Christmas is only 31 sleeps, but there is little time to sleep on climate. The Government aims to pass its environmental law reforms by the end of the year. In its current form, the proposed legislation does not protect nature. The draft legislation fails to consider climate pollution or require decision-makers to consider the impact
Climate and sustainability have been recurring news features this month, from the Government’s announcements regarding our international commitments to the release of helpful reports confirming that veterinary professionals genuinely want to know their clinic is practicing sustainable medicine. The recently released National Climate Risk Assessment reveals the urgent challenges ahead: even at 1.5°C warming, heat-related
Climate and sustainability have been recurring news features this month, from the Government's announcements regarding our international commitments to the release of helpful reports confirming that veterinary professionals genuinely want to know their clinic is practicing sustainable medicine. The recently released National Climate Risk Assessment reveals the urgent challenges ahead: even at 1.5°C warming, heat-related
Impact of weather events on veterinarians AVEA’s Drs Jeannet Kessels and Helen Scott-Orr recently spoke with The Guardian about the impact of Australia’s worsening natural disasters on the profession. “Vets carry on, even while their own clinics are under water” acknowledged Dr Kessels. Recognising that rural vets bear the brunt, unnatural weather events are adding pressure to
Impact of weather events on veterinarians AVEA's Drs Jeannet Kessels and Helen Scott-Orr recently spoke with The Guardian about the impact of Australia’s worsening natural disasters on the profession. "Vets carry on, even while their own clinics are under water" acknowledged Dr Kessels. Recognising that rural vets bear the brunt, unnatural weather events are adding
From court victories to local actions, we share our July update As veterinary professionals, we understand that animal, human and environmental health are interconnected and we must take action to prevent climate change. Now international law does too: on Wednesday the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered a watershed decision that fundamentally reshapes climate law.
From court victories to local actions, we share our July update As veterinary professionals, we understand that animal, human and environmental health are interconnected and we must take action to prevent climate change. Now international law does too: on Wednesday the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered a watershed decision that fundamentally reshapes climate law.
Celebrating progress for animals, people & planet: the latest from AVEA Thank you to all who have already supported our End of Financial Year fundraising appeal. It’s not too late to make a donation before June 30 and claim your tax deduction this financial year. Donate today As we continue to lead the way in creating a healthier,
