2025 Webinar series

The Animal Research Review Panel (ARRP), in partnership with NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, is hosting three webinars in 2025 to help educate and raise awareness of the welfare of animals used in research.

Webinar 1: Understanding the importance of animal research

3 June 2025

The Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for scientific purposes (the Australian Code) promotes the ethical, humane and responsible care and use of animals for scientific purposes.

Webinar presenters:

Assoc Professor Alexandra Whittaker: The perspective of the Australian public on animal use for scientific purposes: survey findings
Bella Lear: Could it be a communications problem?
Dr Mary Bate: Animal Ethics Committees – Expectations of a funder

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Webinar 2: Methods of euthanasia and managing adverse events

26 August 2025

Webinar presenters:

“Humane Killing and Euthanasia of Research Animals” presented by Dr Suzanne Fowler, Chief Science Officer RSPCA Australia
“Following up on adverse incidents with regard to reporting” presented by Dr Sarah Leonhard, Senior Animal Welfare & Veterinary Officer, Garvan Institute of Medical Research

Webinar 3: Meeting the needs of animals in research

25 November 2025

Webinar presenter:

“Meeting the needs of cats and dogs living in institutions - more than just "socialisation" and "enrichment" presented by Georgie Caspar, Senior Manager of Animal Care at RSPCA NSW
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