Veterinary Voices
Veterinary Voices celebrates all that's great about working in the veterinary industry in New Zealand.
Each week Julie South (of VetStaff - New Zealand's only recruitment agency specialising in helping veterinary professionals find jobs they're excited about going to on Monday mornings) catches up with industry professionals who join her in celebrating life as a veterinary professional in New Zealand.
Get ready to hear how "veterinary" is a great career choice and how New Zealand is a great place to live and work as a veterinary professional.
Together with her guests, Julie South is on a mission to celebrate positive, dynamic and healthy workplaces where everyone loves going to work on Monday mornings.
Episodes
220 episodes
Navigating Veterinary Registration in New Zealand: Insights for Overseas-Qualified Vets
This episode focuses on the essential steps required to become a registered veterinarian in New Zealand, emphasising the importance of understanding the registration process for overseas applicants. Key topics include language proficien...
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Episode 219
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19:37
Building Your Dream Veterinary Team in 2025 - What Was and What Can Be - ep. 218
As we venture into 2025, understanding recruitment dynamics is critical for veterinary clinics facing staffing challenges. Today Julie South looks into the current landscape of veterinary employment in Aotearoa New Zealand, emphasising ...
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Episode 218
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12:25
Reforming Equine Dental Care and the Role of Legal Expertise in Veterinary Regulation
Equine dental care in New Zealand is facing a crossroads, and Registered Veterinarian Dr Helen Beattie is here to shed light on the pressing need for regulatory reform. The current landscape allows non-veterinarians to perform comp...
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Episode 217
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35:00
Every Cat in a Lap: How Change Starts in Your Vet Clinic | Dr Helen Beattie - pt 2
Today host Julie South, uncover some of the complexities of national cat management in New Zealand in this second of three part series with Dr Helen Beattie. As a dedicated advocate for responsible cat ownership, Dr Helen shines a light...
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Episode 216
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29:20
Changing the Fate of Animals: Advocacy, Ethics, and the Future of Live Exports with Dr. Helen Beattie
What if you could change the fate of thousands of animals with just your voice? Join Julie South this week as she chats with Dr Helen Beattie, the pioneering founder of Veterinarians for Animal Welfare Aotearoa (VAWA).&nbs...
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Episode 215
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30:29
Embracing Cultural Narratives: The Journey of Māori Veterinarians in New Zealand - Dr Jane Jones - Qualitative Research - pt 2
Join Julie South for the second thought-provoking conversation she has with Dr Jane Jones, as they uncover the nuanced experiences of Māori veterinarians and veterinary nurses in New Zealand. Discover how Dr Jane's collaborative re...
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Episode 214
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32:03
The Artist in Scientist's Clothing: Companion Animal Veterinarian Dr Jane Jones
Dr. Jane Jones, a pioneering voice in veterinary narratives, invites us into her world as she navigates the complexities of qualitative research in veterinary science.With a unique focus on the experiences of Māori veterinarians and vet...
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Episode 213
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33:34
First Impressions Matter: How to Shine in Your Veterinary Interview - ep 212
In this episode of Veterinary Voices, host Julie South delivers invaluable insights for new veterinary graduates (vets and nurses) preparing for their first job interviews. With career expo season in full swing across...
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Episode 212
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10:24
Navigating New Zealand's Evolving Immigration System: Insights for the Veterinary Industry and Beyond
Episode 211 of Veterinary Voices, hosted by Julie South, features an in-depth conversation with Catherine Neazor Brady, a seasoned New Zealand licensed immigration consultant.
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Episode 211
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24:08
Beyond Traditional Vet Nursing: Exploring Equine Therapy Research with Kristina Naden, RVN BVN
In this interesting episode of Veterinary Voices, Julie South catches up again with Khristina Naden, Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Nursing at Otago Polytech, where she demonstrates how a veterinary nursing qualification can evolve into ground-b...
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Episode 210
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19:20
10 "Culture" Questions to Ask at a Job Interview
Unlock the secrets to finding your ideal veterinary clinic job by asking smart "Culture-based" questions at your job interview.Today Julie South guides you through smart questioning techniques that reveal a clinic’s true culture and val...
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Episode 209
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13:44
Beyond the Basics: Elevating Veterinary Nursing for Financial Success
In this episode of Veterinary Voices, host Julie South continues her in-depth conversation with Michelle Cameron, an executive member of the New Zealand Vet Nurse Association. Their chat goes into innovative ways Veterin...
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Episode 208
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25:50
Unlocking the Hidden Value of Veterinary Nurses: A Revenue Revolution - ep 207
Discover how to maximise the value of your clinic's Veterinary Nurses and boost your clinic's revenue in this ideas-packed episode of Veterinary Voices. Julie South catches up with Michelle Cameron, a New Zealand Registere...
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Episode 207
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23:24
Inside the New New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing with Kristina Naden
Welcome to Episode 206 of Veterinary Voices, hosted by Julie South. With listeners in 1,400 cities worldwide, Veterinary Voices is your trusted source for insights into New Zealand's dynamic vete...
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Episode 206
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19:54
Kristina Naden - New Diploma in Veterinary Nursing Q & A
Ever wondered how the New Zealand veterinary nursing curriculum is evolving to better prepare future professionals? Kristina Naden, RVN, BVN, NZCATT, MRurSci student - Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Nursing at Otago Polytechnic - g...
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Episode 205
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25:46
Avoiding Immigration Pitfalls: Expert Advice for NZ Veterinary Employers
In this episode of Veterinary Voices, host Julie South continues her informative conversation with Catherine Neazor Brady, a very experienced New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser.
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Episode 204
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21:26
From Visas to Vet Clinics: Unravelling the Complexities of NZ Veterinary Immigration
Catherine Neazor Brady - New Zealand licensed immigration advisor with over 20 years of experience in both recruitment and immigration - chats with host, Julie South of VetStaff.Catherine and Julie discuss the intricacies ...
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Episode 203
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19:37
Empowering Veterinary Nurses for Career Longevity - Laura Harvey - President NZVNA
Curious about why only 26% of Kiwi veterinary nurses plan to stay in their profession until retirement? Join Julie South as she catches up with Associate Professor Laura Harvey, the President of the New Zealand Vete...
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Episode 202
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34:11
Champions of Change: Leading the Future of Veterinary Practice in New Zealand with Kevin Bryant
Kevin Bryant, CEO of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), joins Julie South of VetStaff, us to share his passion and commitment to supporting veterinarians throughout their careers. From students to retirees, Kevin...
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Episode 201
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28:41
Paving the Path Forward with Veterinary Voices
Join Julie South in this milestone episode of the Vet Staff podcast as she reflects on an incredible journey spanning 199 episodes, five continents, 100 countries, and 1400 cities. From its humble beginnings during New Zealand's 20...
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Episode 200
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6:24
The Paradox of Slowing Down to Speed Up - Pomodoro on Steroids
What if the key to skyrocketing your veterinary practice's productivity lies in the counterintuitive strategy of slowing down? Today, Julie South takes you on a journey through the art of effective time management that i...
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Episode 199
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21:36
Privacy, Fairness, and References in New Zealand: What Every Veterinary Professional Needs to Know
How familiar are you with the "protective" laws involved in reference checking?Julie South from VetStaff explores the complexities of reference checks in New Zealand's veterinar...
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Episode 198
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24:17
Exploring the Pros and Cons of Locum Vet Work in New Zealand: Insights and Connections with the Veterinary Community
Ever wondered if a career as a locum vet or vet nurse in New Zealand could be your next big move...? This week VetStaff's Julie South explores the (sometimes) thrilling possibilities and (dreaded) daunting challenges of ...
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Episode 197
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Understanding and Overcoming Displacement Activities - ep 196
Can focusing on trivial tasks be sabotaging your productivity? Discover how displacement activities, those sneaky forms of procrastination, trick you into feeling accomplished while keeping you from tackling crucial tasks....
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Episode 196
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14:22
From Dreaded to Dynamic: Revamp Your Team Meetings
Ever wondered why some meetings feel like a waste of time while others drive real results? Discover the secrets to conducting powerful and efficient veterinary clinic meetings that will transform your practice's productivity. ...
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Episode 195
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