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The Australian Veterinary Association launches national psychological health and safety program to positively impact industry mental health and wellbeing.

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The peak professional body for veterinarians, the  Australian Veterinary Association (AVA),  announced the THRIVE Cultivating Safe Teams pilot program during their annual conference in Adelaide this week. “The importance of psychological health and safety in the workplace cannot be underestimated. Mentally healthy people and workplaces are good for animal welfare, staff productivity, staff retention and … Continued

The Duck Stops Here: Economic Benefits from Vic Duck Shooting Ban

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Victoria’s parliamentary inquiry into native bird hunting arrangements will hold hearings today, with The Australia Institute appearing at 11.30am. The Australia Institute’s submission outlines the economic case for a ban on duck and quail hunting. Key points: Just 11,000 Victorians hunted ducks in 2022, representing 0.17% of the population. Polling shows that 88% of Victorians are concerned about the … Continued