Regional vet shortages fuel push for student placement support (opens original article in a new tab)

Rural Australia faces severe veterinarian shortages, prompting calls for financial support for student placements to attract professionals to regional areas. A review is examining ways to expand financial aid programs for vets.

• Veterinarians in rural Australia face long job vacancies, with 44% of roles taking over a year to fill
• AVAs calls for financial support for student vets during placements to attract them to rural areas
• Scholarships and financial incentives are seen as crucial to overcoming barriers for students entering rural veterinary practice
• A review is underway to expand financial support programs to veterinary professionals