Hill's & MSD Animal Health
Veterinary Nurses Weekend 2026
31 July - 2 August 2026
Join us for our annual weekend of great CPD, networking, and of course a bit of fun & creativity!
This year’s event will be held at the magical Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge in Muldersdrift, but will also be a hybrid event so that EVERYONE has access to CPD with our great line up of speakers!
Mark the date in your calendars and rosters!
The event will be live streamed for virtual (online) viewing for those that are unable to attend in person. You will also be able to register for the online event and watch the replay at a later stage.
Nestled within the sprawling Cradle Moon Conservancy, our collection of 50 rondawels offers a diverse array of luxurious retreats. Each abode blends seamlessly with the surrounding wilderness, presenting guests with a choice of unique accommodations ranging from traditional charm to modern elegance. As you select your haven, prepare to immerse yourself in the tranquil embrace of nature, where every moment unfolds amidst the lush landscapes and untamed wildlife of the conservancy. Whether you seek serene moments by the lakeshores or thrilling encounters with Africa’s iconic creatures, our rondawels ensure an unforgettable journey into the heart of the continent’s untamed beauty.
Guest accommodation consists of two bedroom thatched rondawels in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind.
Each rondawel has a tea and coffee station. The en suite bathroom offers shower facilities. Underfloor heating in the bathroom and bedroom help to keep the cold at bay. Each rondawel has a veranda on which guests can enjoy their sundowners while watching a glorious African sunset.
Limited WiFi is available, We do not have TV’s in our Rondawels, but you are welcome to join us in our TV Lounge.
Experience Cradle Moon
All activities can be booked on-site at reception.
- MTB (own Bike) – R50 pp
- MTB (hire a Bike) – R500 pp
- Hiking – no Guide – R50 pp
- Guests are welcome to hike on their own on the Marked Routes ONLY (5km and 9km)
- Canoeing/Paddling (only allowed from sunrise to sunset) – R50 pp
- R100 for canoe hire
For more information, click here.
SATURDAY, 01 AUGUST 2026
| 08:30 | Registration | |
| 09:00 | Being the wingman for your surgeon | Dr Brandan Janssens |
| 10:00 | How to run a superior Vaccination Clinic | Dr Mats Abadzidis |
| 11:00 | TEA/COFFEE BREAK | |
| 11:30 | Tubes: No Need to Panic | Dr Brandan Janssens |
| 12:30 | Feeding Critical Care patients | Dr Guy Fyvie |
| 13:00 | LUNCH | |
| 14:00 | Oncology Perspectives | Dr Brandan Janssens |
| 15:00 | Workshop: Enhancing leadership through effective working styles | Ms Desiré Rees |
| 16:00 | TEA/COFFEE BREAK | |
| 16:30 | Radiation Compliance | Sr Cornelia Hanekom |
| 17:00 | Leadership in practice is not about being the boss | Ms Desiré Rees |
| 18:00 | Online event closes | |
| 18:45 | DINNER | |
| 19:30 | Sip & Paint | Ms Candice Christie |
SUNDAY, 02 AUGUST 2026
| 08:00 | Registration | |
| 08:30 | Dust your super hero cloak off: You are not just a vet nurse | Sr Cornelia Hanekom |
| 09:15 | From Itching to Thriving: Practical Dermatology and Nutrition Strategies for Veterinary Nurses | Dr Karien Brink |
| 10:30 | TEA/COFFEE BREAK | |
| 11:00 | MSD Product Showcase | Dr Mats Abadzidis |
| 11:30 | Regaining your sanity in an insane existence | Sr Cornelia Hanekom |
| 12:15 | Vet Ecosystem | Ms Khanya Khumalo |
| 12:30 | Dermatology Panel discussion | Dr Guy Fyvie, Dr Karien Brink, Dr Mats Abatzidis |
| 13:00 | LUNCH & DEPARTURE | |
