SAVEM’s Role
SAVEM is a Tier 2 Response and Recovery agency, deploying into all hazards emergencies in South Australia. Our Mission is to assess, rescue, triage, treat, shelter and return to owners, habitat or suitable long-term care, animals of all species.
In response to an Emergency incident where SAVEM’s veterinary expertise is required, SAVEM is Activated by Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA). PIRSA leads the Agriculture and Animal Services Functional Support Group in the South Australian State Emergency Management Plan (the SEMP). After briefings and clearance by the Control Agency (the SA Country Fire Service for bushfire) SAVEM is deployed into the incident ground according to the terms and conditions required by the Control Agency. We collaborate with other similarly accredited agencies, such as the RSPCA, to respond to animal welfare issues in-field, and on request will support and assist PIRSA’s veterinary officers in incidents involving livestock.
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Latest News
ANZAC Day and War Animal Day
On ANZAC Day, we are reminded of the service of animals in war. The first International War Animal Day took place on 24 February 2024, recognised in Australia, New Zealand, United States, Canada, France and the UK. The sacrifice of millions of animals who served – and...
Fit, willing and able: National SES fitness for role program
SAVEM training is aligned with the requirements of many other emergency services. An article in Fire Australia, Issue 4, 2023, pages 38-39, outlines the Fitness for Role program developed by the SES, the National Council for Fire and Emergency Services (AFAC), Natural...
Training 2023 completed
SAVEM Training for 2023 concluded on 3 December, with a finale of Christmas cake and (non-alcoholic) drinks. A number of courses were run during the year by the diligent and hard-working Training Team, including SAVEM Level 1, Exercise In-Tent, Exercise Respond, Radio...
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