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Wanaka August '26
Join us on August 09
World-class veterinary education? Sure, we have that—but it hits different when your classroom view is Lake Wānaka and the lure of the Southern Alps!
This is Vets On Tour, a boutique continuing education conference with a side of adventure. From 09-14 August 2025, we're heading to the stunning Edgewater Resort and Conference Centre in Wānaka, New Zealand, for our annual education migration.
Expect cutting-edge veterinary insights delivered by top-tier speakers. Then, trade the lecture hall for mountain hikes, ski runs, or simply soaking up the magic of New Zealand’s South Island.
When the sun sets, get ready to mingle over mulled wine, local cuisine or get rowdy at our (in?)famous fancy-dress party.
And again this year, we’re levelling up: Vets On Tour is teaming up with The Vet Vault, Australia’s favourite veterinary podcast, to bring you even more engaging content and lively discussions.
This is Vets On Tour, a boutique continuing education conference with a side of adventure. From 09-14 August 2025, we're heading to the stunning Edgewater Resort and Conference Centre in Wānaka, New Zealand, for our annual education migration.
Expect cutting-edge veterinary insights delivered by top-tier speakers. Then, trade the lecture hall for mountain hikes, ski runs, or simply soaking up the magic of New Zealand’s South Island.
When the sun sets, get ready to mingle over mulled wine, local cuisine or get rowdy at our (in?)famous fancy-dress party.
And again this year, we’re levelling up: Vets On Tour is teaming up with The Vet Vault, Australia’s favourite veterinary podcast, to bring you even more engaging content and lively discussions.
Location
Edgewater Resort
54 Sargood Drive, Wānaka, New Zealand
54 Sargood Drive, Wānaka, New Zealand
Date & Time
August 9, 2026, 6:00 PM, 6:00 PM - August 14, 2026, 7:00 PM
Edgewater Resort
We have negotiated special room rates at the spectacular Edgewater resort, which is the venue for the Conference, in the spectacular ( all but distracting visually ) Pavilion Theatre. You can access our exclusive booking form via the button below
Speakers
And of course we will have our usual lineup of wonderful speakers sharing their wisdom throughout the week .........
Dr Karen Tobias
DVM MS Dacvs
DVM MS Dacvs
Professor & Surgeon
University of Tennesee
College of Veterinary
medicine
University of Tennesee
College of Veterinary
medicine
Dr. Tobias is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She completed an internship at Purdue University and a surgical residency and master’s degree at the Ohio State University. Dr. Tobias served as a clinical instructor at the University of Georgia and a tenured faculty member at Washington State University and is currently a professor of small animal surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Tobias is an author or coauthor and editor of 3 textbooks, including Veterinary Surgery: Small Animal, and has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications.
Dr Rachel Korman
BVSc MACVS FACVS
BVSc MACVS FACVS
Director / Feline Specialist
Cat Specialist Services
Brisbane
Dr. Korman’s childhood love for cats led her to veterinary medicine, and early on, it was clear that feline care was her calling. After graduating from the University of Queensland in 2000, she worked in small animal and feline-only practices across Australia and the UK.
She received a Senior Clinical Training Scholarship from the Feline Advisory Bureau (now International Cat Care) at the University of Bristol, where she researched feline infectious and haematological diseases, and in 2018, became a Fellow of the Feline Medicine Chapter of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists and a registered Feline Medicine specialist.
She received a Senior Clinical Training Scholarship from the Feline Advisory Bureau (now International Cat Care) at the University of Bristol, where she researched feline infectious and haematological diseases, and in 2018, became a Fellow of the Feline Medicine Chapter of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists and a registered Feline Medicine specialist.
Dr Claire Sharp
BSc, BVMS, MS, DACVECC
BSc, BVMS, MS, DACVECC
Associate Professor
Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Specialist
Murdoch University
Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Specialist
Murdoch University
Dr Claire did her veterinary training at Murdoch, graduating with a BSc, BVMS(Hons), in 2002. After a few years in private practice in Canberra, Claire moved to the USA to pursue her specialty training. A Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship at Oklahoma State University (2004-2005), followed by a Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Internship at the University of Missouri (2005-2006).
Claire then stayed on at the University of Missouri to complete her Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Residency and a Masters degree in Veterinary Clinical Sciences (2006-2009). Thereafter she became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care and took a faculty position at the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in North Grafton, Massachusetts where she worked from 2009-2015. Claire returned to Murdoch for an academic position in July 2015.
Claire then stayed on at the University of Missouri to complete her Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Residency and a Masters degree in Veterinary Clinical Sciences (2006-2009). Thereafter she became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care and took a faculty position at the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in North Grafton, Massachusetts where she worked from 2009-2015. Claire returned to Murdoch for an academic position in July 2015.
Daily Schedule
| 7:00 am
Coffee and morning lectures
Rise and shine tourers ! We kick off the day in the Pavilion with our morning lecture to get the brain ticking. Coffee and juice is served. Try not to be distracted as the sun rises over the sbow capped mountains
| 8:00 am
Free time
Time to explore the wonders of the Otago region. Whether you are heading to ski fields at Cardrona or Treble Cone , enjoying stunning hikes like Roy's Peak (for epic views) or explore Mount Aspiring National Park, or other activities ranging from mountain biking in winter to kayaking, jet boating on the lake (like Wanaka River Journeys), cycling scenic trails (Wanaka & Hawea Trails), visiting Puzzling World for illusions, tasting local wines at the countless vineyards, or just relaxing by the lakefront reading a book. You have 8 hours to take in your favourite activities.
| 4:00 pm
Light bites and Evening Lectures ( til 7pm )
We are back to Edgewater Resort and the Pavilion for more educational content from one ( or more ) of our wonderful speakers. We will be serving light snacks from 3.45pm plus tea / coffee and juice.
Conference Location
Edgewater Resort, Wanaka
54 Sargood Drive, 9305
New Zealand
Nestled amidst natural surroundings, Edgewater Lake Wānaka provides the perfect backdrop for productive and memorable executive gatherings to larger conference occasions.
54 Sargood Drive, 9305
New Zealand
Nestled amidst natural surroundings, Edgewater Lake Wānaka provides the perfect backdrop for productive and memorable executive gatherings to larger conference occasions.
News & Updates
This year ....
Join us for a local Pinot at our registration drinks
Sunday 9th August 6pm in the Pavilion
More info to come shortly