Next round of vet visits to communities

The 2026 West Arnhem Vet Program is off to a strong start, with successful visits already completed in Maningrida and Jabiru, and the next round of veterinary visits now coming up across the region
Throughout the year, veterinarians and veterinary students from the University of Melbourne will continue travelling to West Arnhem communities to provide essential animal health services.
These visits play an important role in improving animal health and welfare.
The program is strongly supported by Local Authorities across the West Arnhem region, who recognise the imaportance of maintaining healthy dog populations and supporting residents to care for their animals.
As part of the program, surgical desexing and parasite control are funded, with additional treatments and vaccinations also available at standard professional rates.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the upcoming visits when the veterinary team arrives in their community. By working together, the program helps ensure animals across West Arnhem remain healthy, cared for, and an important part of community life.
The veterinary team will visit communities on the following dates:

Gunbalanya
• 29 June – 3 July
• 21 September – 25 September

Maningrida
• 6 July – 10 July
• 10 August – 21 August
• 14 September – 18 September

Warruwi
• 6 July – 8 July
• 14 September – 16 September
• Third visit date to be confirmed

Minjilang
• 9 July – 10 July

Jabiru
• 2 – 4 July (includes Manaburdurma)

Please help spread the word to your family and friends about the upcoming vet visits in your community.