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The Australasian Veterinary Boards Council's
purposes include:

  • Providing a forum for discussion, advice and co-operation among the veterinary boards in Australia and New Zealand
  • Encouraging the standardisation and quality assurance of veterinary services to the community in all jurisdictions
  • Assuring and promoting uniform educational standards through accreditation of veterinary schools, the Australasian Veterinary Examination, assessment of veterinary qualifications for migration and assessment of specialist qualifications

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December 18, 2025

AVBC Approves New Corporate Structure to Support Governance and Education

The Australasian Veterinary Boards Council Inc (AVBC) has unanimously approved a transition to a company limited by guarantee, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s evolution as the peak body for veterinary education standards across Australia and New Zealand.
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December 16, 2025

Migration Skills Assessment Fee Changes, effective 30 January 2026

From 30 January 2026, the AVBC migration skills assessment fees will increase to align with changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
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July 1, 2025

Important Information about the AVE Preliminary (MCQ) Examination and AVE Eligibility Applications

The acceptance of further AVE eligibility applications has been paused as the available places in the 2026 MCQ examination have now been allocated. Please keep an eye on the AVBC web site for information on the submission of future AVE eligibility applications.
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