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Lack of access to MIQ endangers vets and animals
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is calling on the Government to take action when it comes to prioritising access to MIQ spaces.
After sustained but unsuccessful lobbying to achieve a commitment from the Minister for COVID-19 Response to allocate at least two rooms per week for vets entering the country, NZVA is concerned that lack of action is jeopardising the well-being of vets and the animals they look after.
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NZVA and NZVNA Conference: notice of cancellation
We regret to advise that the NZVA and NZVNA Conference scheduled for 18-20 November 2021 in Wellington has been cancelled.
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NZEVA member update: equine breeding under alert level restrictions
In this update:
- Equine thoroughbred breeding at Alert Level 4
- Equine breeding under Alert Level 3
- Reminder: COVID-19 member updates
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NZVA members COVID-19 update: 27 August 2021
In this update:
- Please be kind!
- An update on the upcoming thoroughbred breeding season
- Triaging process for regional border crossings
Reminders from previous updates:
- NZVA Veterinary Service Provision Advice - V11
- Press release on non-urgent veterinary appointments during the current lockdown
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NZVA members COVID-19 update: 26 August 2021
In this update:
- Border restriction information
- Press release on non-urgent veterinary appointments during the current lockdown
- NZVA Veterinary Service Provision Advice - V11
- Today’s VCNZ Update
Reminders from previous updates:
- VCNZ & NZVA statement on operating veterinary services at AL 3 and 4
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Non-urgent veterinary appointments on hold until COVID-19 levels reduce
According to two of Aotearoa’s key veterinary organisations, the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (VCNZ) and the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), COVID-19 restrictions have changed how animals, as well as people, receive healthcare.
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NZVA members COVID-19 update: 24 August 2021
In this update:
- Essential-care-only approach until Friday
- Business support and wage subsidies
- Update on Tracing Requirements
- Essential service providers’ vaccinations
Reminders from previous updates:
- Non-compliance with VCNZ expectations
- NZVA Veterinary Service Provision Advice - V10
- VCNZ & NZVA statement on operating veterinary services at AL 3 and 4
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