New Zealand Veterinary Nurse Journal

The New Zealand Veterinary Nurse Journal (NZVNJ) is produced exclusively for veterinary nurses and technicians in New Zealand. The NZVNJ is a highly regarded journal. It is the only publication produced exclusively for veterinary nurses in New Zealand.

Circulated to NZVNA members electronically and made available through Sciquest, the NZVNJ is a high quality quarterly publication, produced in full colour, and offers our members:
• Product knowledge
• Clinical articles and case studies
• Up-to-date product information
• Industry, ethical and legal information
• HR and other practice management support tools
• Career professional development and education opportunities
• Seminar dates and much more.

If you would like to submit an article or advertise in the New Zealand Veterinary Nurse Journal please email journal@nzvna.org.nz

NZVNA E-News

Distributed quarterly to over NZVNA members, non–members and industry supporters, the NZVNA’s eNews aims to provide readers with:
• Up-to-date news from across the sector
• Relevant and meaningful articles and information directed toward members and organizations across the industry.

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NZVNA Blog

Swapping scrubs and a stethoscope for the classroom

News Published: 20th August 2025
I started my veterinary nursing journey as a student in 2006, after three years of university and still no idea what I wanted to do with the rest of my life. At the time, mum was a nurse and dad was a…

From Scrubs to Strategy: My Journey Beyond the Clinic

News Published: 11th June 2025
I often reflect on how my journey in veterinary nursing began back in 2007 — a young girl fresh out of Christchurch, full of heart and determination to care for animals. What I didn’t know then was ju…

From Curiosity to Calling: My Journey in Animal Health and Education

News Published: 25th May 2025
If you'd told 18-year-old me that one day I'd be juggling veterinary nursing, pet grooming, education, and governance work — while coordinating national programmes and lecturing on everything from vet…