Animal Health Australia

20/08/2025

🐄🐑🐖 Biosecurity protects Australia’s animals, farms, and future.
Whether you're a livestock producer, vet, or pet owner - your actions matter.

✅ Isolate new animals
✅ Report unusual signs of disease
✅ Keep facilities clean and secure

This National Biosecurity Week, learn how simple steps can protect animal health across the country.

🔗 bioweek.org.au

19/08/2025

Help strengthen Australia’s emergency animal disease preparedness 💪

We’re inviting livestock industry professionals to take part in the Liaison – Livestock Industry (LLI) workshop designed to enhance our collective readiness and response to emergency animal disease (EAD) events.

📍 30 October – Adelaide, SA

This workshop will explore detailed EAD response arrangements and equip participants with a clear understanding of the LLI role - its responsibilities, communication pathways, and how it supports coordination between industry and government during a crisis.

This is not general awareness training. It’s targeted, practical preparation for those who may represent their industry in a control centre during an EAD outbreak.

Nominations are open through your Peak Industry Body as one of AHA's livestock industry members. Together, we can build a more resilient livestock sector 🐮 🐑 🐤

🔗 For more information or to submit an expression of interest, visit animalhealthaustralia.com.au/lli/eoi-form

18/08/2025

Biosecurity benefits us all, and we each have a part to play in protecting Australia from pests, diseases, and harmful weeds. 🌱🐜

Join us for National Biosecurity Week from 25-31 August to raise awareness and showcase the collaborative efforts of government, industry, peak bodies and the community. Find out how you can get involved at bioweek.org.au

14/08/2025

🌱🐄 National Biosecurity Week 2025 takes place from 25-31 August and highlights the crucial role biosecurity plays in safeguarding our environment, agricultural industries, food supply, communities, and economy.

🎉Get involved! Celebrate National Biosecurity Week by registering your event at 👉 bioweek.org.au

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91T8eTHfR2c

National Biosecurity Week returns this August with practical ways every Australian can get involved. From classrooms to communities, it’s a national call to ...

12/08/2025

🚜 NSW farmers – we need your help!

Do you own one or more working dogs on your farm in New South Wales? 🐕

A DVM3 R&E student, supported by funding from the Australian Wool Education Trust, is conducting a short, anonymous survey to better understand how farmers manage the risk of hydatid disease on their properties.

Your input will help shape resources to support healthy farms and working dogs across the region.

🕒 It takes just 15–20 minutes to complete
🔒 Your responses are completely anonymous
📢 Please share with other NSW farmers—every response counts!

👉 Take the survey now: https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=MRYPC8DRPMDF3TNT

Survey closes 31 August 2025.

08/08/2025

Come and join the AHA team! 🤝

We have two exciting opportunities available:

🔹Technical Services Manager - play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and managing programs that support Australia’s livestock biosecurity system.

🔹Content Specialist - help shape and deliver AHA’s message across multiple platforms by crafting compelling content for a range of channels.

Find out more 👉 https://animalhealthaustralia.com.au/opportunities/

05/08/2025

🚨 Last chance to apply to be our Communications and Engagement Specialist!

If you're passionate about member communications, coordinating events, and fostering a strong sense of community among members, then we want to hear from you!

📢 Ready to make a difference? Apply before Wed 6 August at

Work with various teams to foster a collaborative work environment making a significant impact on member and stakeholder engagement & communications.

31/07/2025

🐄🐑🐓 From government, producers and vets to researchers and transporters — Australia’s biosecurity system is built on collaboration, care, and commitment.

The AHA Strategic Plan 2025–30 is our shared roadmap to a safer, stronger future.
It’s about protecting Australia’s livestock industries, our food security, and the wellbeing of animals across the country.

💬 Let’s work together to keep Australia’s biosecurity world-class.

📘 Discover the plan: animalhealthaustralia.com.au/strategy



Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry ACT Government Primary Industries and Regional Development Agriculture Victoria Agriculture Northern Territory Department of Primary Industries and Regions Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Queensland Agriculture Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania Australian Alpaca Association Australian Chicken Meat Federation Australian Dairy Farmers Australian Eggs Australian Horse Industry Council - AHIC Australian Lot Feeders' Association Australian Pork Ltd Cattle Australia Equestrian Australia Harness Racing Australia Sheep Producers Australia WoolProducers Australia Australian Meat Industry Council - National Australian Veterinary Association Australian Wool Innovation CSIRO Dairy Australia Meat & Livestock Australia Racing Australia Wildlife Health Australia Zoo and Aquarium Association

22/07/2025

🔍 Our 2025–2030 Strategic Plan is built around four key priorities:

✅ Prepare & Respond – act fast in emergencies
✅ Prevent – manage risks before they reach farms
✅ Partner – collaborate for stronger outcomes
✅ Perform – lead with excellence and integrity

These pillars guide our work toward a stronger, more resilient animal health system.

📘 Learn more: animalhealthaustralia.com.au/strategy



Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry ACT Government Primary Industries and Regional Development Agriculture Victoria Agriculture Northern Territory Department of Primary Industries and Regions Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Queensland Agriculture Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania Australian Alpaca Association Australian Chicken Meat Federation Australian Dairy Farmers Australian Eggs Australian Horse Industry Council - AHIC Australian Lot Feeders' Association Australian Pork Ltd Cattle Australia Equestrian Australia Harness Racing Australia Sheep Producers Australia WoolProducers Australia Australian Meat Industry Council - National Australian Veterinary Association Australian Wool Innovation CSIRO Dairy Australia Meat & Livestock Australia Racing Australia Wildlife Health Australia Zoo and Aquarium Association

15/07/2025

🚨 We’re proud to launch the Animal Health Australia Strategic Plan 2025–30!

Australia’s biosecurity challenges are evolving — and so are we.

This plan strengthens our ability to prepare, prevent, partner, and perform in the face of growing threats to animal health.

Together, we’re building a more connected, proactive, and resilient biosecurity system.

📘 Learn more: animalhealthaustralia.com.au/strategy



Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry ACT Government Primary Industries and Regional Development Department of Primary Industries and Regions Queensland Agriculture Agriculture Northern Territory Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania Agriculture Victoria Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Australian Alpaca Association Australian Chicken Meat Federation Australian Dairy Farmers Australian Eggs Australian Horse Industry Council - AHIC Australian Lot Feeders' Association Australian Pork Ltd Cattle Australia Equestrian Australia Harness Racing Australia Sheep Producers Australia WoolProducers Australia Australian Meat Industry Council - National Australian Veterinary Association Australian Wool Innovation CSIRO Dairy Australia Meat & Livestock Australia Racing Australia Wildlife Health Australia Zoo and Aquarium Association

02/07/2025

Connecting for a healthier future 🔗

AHA CEO Dr Samantha Allan joined experts from across the country at the first-ever One Health Symposium in Canberra on 25–26 June.

The event brought together voices from government, research, industry, and nonprofits to explore the big issues linking human, animal, and environmental health.

📸 Here she is with Dr Chris Baker from HASTE – a project focused on improving rapid decision-making during emergency animal disease outbreaks. Great to see national collaboration in action!