Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA) & Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures 2027

Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA) is the peak professional body representing equine veterinarians in Australia.

Founded in 1971 as a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), EVA provides continuing professional development (CPD), professional advocacy, clinical resources, and community support for veterinarians working with horses nationwide.

EVA operates as a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), representing the equine profession nationally.

The Equine Veterinarians Australia connects clinicians, researchers, industry, and equine veterinary professionals, ensuring that equine health and welfare in Australia remain at the highest standard. Its flagship event, the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures, has become the largest equine veterinary conference in the southern hemisphere.

A Brief History of EVA

EVA was formed in 1971, at a time when the Australian veterinary profession was expanding and equine practice was becoming more specialised.

As a special interest group within the AVA, the EVA gave equine vets a clear voice in national discussions while creating a professional identity of its own.

Over the decades, Equine Veterinarians Australia has launched its own journal, built strong connections with equine organisations across the country, and created educational events that attract international audiences.

Its mission remains consistent: to advance equine veterinary medicine and support the veterinarians who dedicate their careers to horses.

What EVA Does Today

EVA is central to equine practice for equine veterinary professionals in Australia, offering:

• Continuing Education & Events – including the annual Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures, workshops, webinars, and practical training sessions.
• Journal: The Australian Equine Veterinarian (AEV) – a peer-reviewed biannual publication featuring clinical reports, case studies, and updates relevant to practitioners.
• Apps & Tools – such as EVA Equine Forms (for pre-purchase exams, Hendra exclusion, and dental exams) and EVA Equine Techniques (a reference app of clinical procedures).
• Awards & Recognition – EVA celebrates excellence through awards at Bain Fallon, including the Patricia Ellis Award and Jane Axon Award.
• Student Engagement – The Australian Association supports the next generation of vets with prizes at universities, such as the EVA Prize at James Cook University.
• Advocacy & Representation – EVA works closely with government, industry, and horse owners to ensure equine welfare remains a national priority.

Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures 2027: EVA’s Flagship Event

The Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures are the highlight of Equine Veterinarians Australia’s annual calendar and one of the leading equine veterinary conferences in the Southern Hemisphere.

Bain Fallon 2027 Dates, Venue and Programme

• Dates: 18–22 July 2027
• Event: 47th Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures
• Venue: Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, Lovedale, New South Wales, Australia
• Presented with: Veterinary Business Group (VBG)

In 2027, the Veterinary Business Group will join Bain Fallon for two dedicated days focused on veterinary business management, including leadership, operational challenges and sustainable practice growth.

The scientific programme will include ophthalmology, racetrack medicine and current therapies. Confirmed keynote contributors include Dr Richard McMullen, Dr Patty Hogan, Dr David Byrne and Dr Evita Busschers.

Bain Fallon brings together equine veterinarians, veterinary nurses, industry suppliers and leading educators for a concentrated week of lectures, practical workshops, wet labs, networking and a major trade exhibition.

Who Bain Fallon is for:

• Full-time equine clinicians
• Practice owners
• Early-career equine veterinarians
• Veterinary nurses
• Vets seeking high-quality equine veterinary CPD in one focused week

What’s included:

International and Australian speakers, practical workshops, wet labs, a trade exhibition and social events. It is a valuable opportunity to update clinical knowledge, connect with colleagues and explore the latest diagnostics, therapeutics and services relevant to equine practice.

Why Bain Fallon Feels Different

Bain Fallon isn’t just another conference added to an already busy CPD calendar. It’s designed to bring everything together in one focused week.

For equine veterinarians, that matters.

Instead of spreading learning, networking, and industry updates across multiple events and months, Bain Fallon creates a single point in the year where the profession comes together. Clinical education, practical workshops, industry conversations, and social connection all happen in the same place, at the same time.

What makes it feel different is the environment. Conversations don’t stop when lectures finish – they continue in workshops, over coffee, during social events, and throughout the exhibition hall.

It’s where ideas are tested, experiences are shared, and professional relationships are strengthened, often just as much outside the lecture theatre as inside it.

For many equine veterinarians, Bain Fallon is the one week each year that delivers both high-level education and a genuine sense of professional community.

As usual, I attended the 2026 Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures. While the lectures were excellent, some of the most valuable moments happened between sessions.

Catching up with colleagues, meeting new equine veterinarians, and discussing the challenges facing the profession reminded her why Bain Fallon is much more than a conference. It’s where the equine veterinary community comes together.

Bain Fallon 2027 Location & Venue

Bain Fallon 2027 will be held at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley in Lovedale, New South Wales, from 18–22 July 2027.

The Hunter Valley venue provides accommodation, conference facilities, exhibition space and social settings in one location, making it easier for delegates to attend lectures, practical sessions, networking events and the trade exhibition throughout the week.

For the first time, the 2027 event will also include two dedicated days with the Veterinary Business Group, adding practical business education alongside the established equine clinical programme.

How EVA Connects to BEVA

EVA is part of the wider global equine-vet community through its links with the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) and collaborations with national associations such as NZEVA (NZ) and JSES (Japan).

If you’re already a member of EVA (through your AVA membership), you may also be eligible for BEVA Affiliate Membership, which provides discounted access to BEVA’s journals, CPD library, webinars, and reduced BEVA Congress rates.

Learn more about BEVA Affiliate Membership →

Why EVA Matters to Equine Veterinarians

Whether you are based in Australia or overseas, EVA offers:

• World-class CPD tailored to equine practice.
• Research and publications through The Australian Equine Veterinarian.
• Practical tools and apps designed for daily use in practice.
• Recognition and awards to highlight contributions to the profession.
• A supportive community linked into the global equine veterinary network.

EVA (Equine Veterinarians Australia) – Frequently Asked Questions

What does EVA stand for?

EVA stands for Equine Veterinarians Australia, the national professional body representing veterinarians who work with horses in Australia.

Is EVA part of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA)?

Yes. Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA) operates as a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), representing the interests of equine veterinarians within the broader Australian veterinary profession.

Who can become a member of EVA?

EVA membership is available to veterinarians with an interest in equine practice through their Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) membership. This includes students, recent graduates, and experienced practitioners working across all areas of equine veterinary medicine.

What is the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures?

The Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures are Equine Veterinarians Australia’s flagship annual conference and one of the largest equine veterinary CPD events in the Southern Hemisphere. The 47th Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures will be held from 18–22 July 2027 at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, Lovedale, NSW.

The event features international and Australian speakers, practical workshops, wet labs, a major trade exhibition and networking opportunities for equine veterinarians and veterinary nurses.

When is Bain Fallon 2027?

The 47th Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures will be held from 18–22 July 2027 at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley in Lovedale, New South Wales. Bain Fallon is usually held annually in July.

Do Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures count toward CPD?

Yes. Attendance at the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures contributes toward continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for equine veterinarians.

Is EVA relevant to veterinarians outside Australia?

Yes. While Equine Veterinarians Australia represents equine veterinarians in Australia, its educational events – particularly the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures – attract international delegates, and its publications and resources are widely referenced by equine practitioners abroad.

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This article was prepared by the team at The Equine Practice Company, which supports equine veterinarians globally through advanced CPD programmes, clinical education, and long-form professional training.