Charles Sturt University (CSU) has been recognised for its efforts to address the shortage of veterinarians in rural and regional Australia, with praise from Dr Norm Blackman, former Senior Advisor in the Office of the Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Dr Blackman hailed the innovative veterinary science program, which began in 2005, while speaking at a cocktail function hosted by the Charles Sturt Veterinary Science Foundation in Wagga Wagga for local veterinary practitioners and industry representatives.  Director of Veterinary Science at CSU, Professor Kym Abbott commended Dr Blackman’s dedication to the industry. He also presented certificates of appreciation to Dr Brian Munro and Dr Doug Bryden for their contributions to the Charles Sturt Veterinary Science Foundation.