Richard Wild

Graduated Sydney University Veterinary School 1974. 1975 to 1982 Mixed rural clinical practice Cooma NSW (Australia)
1983 to 1993 veterinarian with the Australian Commonwealth government Department of Primary Industries (Canberra) - animal health and welfare, veterinary public health and market access. 1993 to the present, New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries, various operational management roles in the South island leading teams of up to 50 veterinarians. Currently manage the MPI Verification Services animal welfare programme oversighting the work of 200 veterinarians on animal welfare issues. Closely involved in developing legislation as well as the practical implementation of animal welfare standards within New Zealand predominantly for livestock. Work closely with livestock industry organisations on implementing animal welfare standards in NZ. Was on the Board of the New Zealand Veterinary Association for over 12 years, President of NZVA 2009/2010/2011. Awarded an Honorary degree from Massey University Veterinary School in 2013. Currently chair the New Zealand Animal Welfare Network Aotearoa (AWNA) on behalf of NZVA. The network brings together over 40 organisations that have an involvement with animals - companion, livestock, wild or feral.
Have recently semi-retired and working 3 days per week for MPI.
I am a very fit 71 year old, am President of the local tennis club and am volunteering at the Christchurch Wildlife Veterinary Hospital. I have a broad interest in the One Health concept and how the veterinary profession can contribute to the wide range of challenges that we face that fit within the One Health umbrella.