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The national contribution made by the veterinary profession is reflected in this year’s Australia Day Honours with four Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) members receiving awards.

Dr Mark Lawrie, AVA President, said: “We are very proud of the achievements off these four outstanding individuals.

“Their contributions highlight how important veterinarians are to our agricultural industries in preventing and responding to disease, and to Australian communities.”

The AVA members who have received Australia Day Honours are:
Dr Helen Scott-Orr received a Public Service Medal for outstanding public service to agricultural and veterinary science, particularly in the area of animal disease control.

Dr Hugh Millar received a Public Service Medal for outstanding public service to the general public and livestock industries as Chief Veterinary Officer, Victoria.

Dr Ted Fisher was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in the General Division for service to veterinary science, and to the community of Gympie.

Dr Julian Mullins was recognised for over 50 years of work in veterinary science.

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