Wagga Veterinary Hospital named as vet practice of the year at gala awards

GapOnly® celebrated industry excellence at an awards ceremony last week to reveal the category winners for the inaugural GapOnly® Veterinary Awards, including a standalone category to recognise female veterinarians, to coincide with International Women’s Day.

The GapOnly® Veterinary Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals and practices across the country who have positively impacted industry, community and patient care outcomes.

Last Friday night over 100 people from across the veterinary community came together at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) at Wagga Wagga to recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals and practices within the veterinary field.

The GapOnly® Veterinary Awards span four award categories, including a category for Woman Veterinarian of the Year to coincide with International Women’s Day.

Veterinarian and General Manager of GapOnly®, Dr Maria Neale, said GapOnly® was proud to host the industry event to recognise innovation and positive impact within the veterinary industry and broader community.

“It was an honour to bring together some of the brightest minds in the industry, and to network with, and celebrate the change-makers in our industry who are dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their people.

“With females representing nearly three quarters or 71% of the veterinarian workforce*, we wanted to acknowledge the dedication and contribution of female veterinarians with a standalone category.

“We received over 100 submissions across the four categories, and the judging panel were truly impressed by the volume and high quality of work highlighted in the entries. It was a unique opportunity to recognise and celebrate the accolades of the finalists and winners last night,” Dr Neale said.

Winners of the 2025 GapOnly® Veterinary Awards: