This award is to recognise the contribution that a practice has made to students, universities and/or young veterinarians in mentoring young vets and offering support and learning opportunities. In essence they are “the reason I am still in the cattle vet industry”
For Both Awards
Citation of no more than 300 words (this will be edited by the AVA and checked by the nominee prior to publication in the Awards brochure).
Criteria
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Be a current/active AVA/ACV member
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Not be a member of the ACV/AVA executive
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Not have received this award previousl
Timeline
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Nominations open on Monday 24 November 2025
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Nominations close on Sunday 1 February 2026
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Winners notified in early March 2026
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Awards ceremony on Tuesday 24 March 2026
Awards Inclusions
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Access to conference sessions Tuesday and Wednesday
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Ticket to Gala dinner
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Individual trophy/plaque to take home
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Travel support up to $500