Meet the board


Board functions

In Australia, the veterinary profession (vets) is governed by a Veterinary Board or Council. They protect the health and wellbeing of animals and the public.

In Canberra, the ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board (the Board) is governed by the Veterinary Practice Act 2018 (the Act).

The Board provides relevant, accurate and up-to-date advice. It helps the public and vets on matters relevant to the profession.

The Board has 7 members appointed by the Minister for City Services including:

The Board oversees the Act and registers suitable qualified vets and specialists, allowing them to practice in the ACT. The Board is also in charge of:

The Board can take disciplinary action against vets who may be in breach of the Act.

On the Resources page you can learn more about:

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ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board

President - Dr Deborah Neutze
Deputy President - Dr Amanda-Lee Charman

Members
Dr Peter Gibbs
Dr Melanie Latter
Dr Mark Schipp

Community Representative
Ms Alison Archer

Non-Vet Member
Dr Kate Chetty

Secretariat
Registrar - Ms Lisa Johnson
Director, Boards & Committees - Ms Erin Barker
Business Coordinator - Ms Kayla Grannall

View the ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board biographies (PDF 254.2 KB)

Code of conduct

The Veterinary Practitioners Board (the Board) of the ACT is established to assist the Minister with the administration of the relevant legislation in relation to the veterinary practitioners profession in the ACT. The Board is required to act diligently in all its dealings and comply with the various legislation, policies and procedures that govern such boards in the territory.

Members of the Board will be required to sign a Code of Conduct on appointment with undertakings to ensure they behave ethically, honestly and with integrity at all times. It is incumbent upon all members of the board to fully understand and adhere to the responsibilities outlined in this document.

Meeting dates

The Board meeting dates in 2024 are as follows:

Recruitment

For current Board vacancies please visit the Recruitment page.

Contact details

Phone: 02 6207 0012
Email: TCCS.vetboard@act.gov.au
Mail:
Registrar
ACT Veterinary Practitioners Board
GPO Box 158
Canberra ACT 2601

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

To see how we are building stronger relationships with the Traditional Custodians of the ACT view the Reconciliation Action Plan.