PRESS RELEASE: Lort Smith Animal Hospital Honoured with Community Category Award at City of Melbourne’s Melbourne Awards
Melbourne, [Sunday, Nov 10] – Lort Smith Animal Hospital is proud to announce its recognition as the winner in the Community category at the prestigious City of Melbourne’s Melbourne Awards, celebrated last night at the historic Melbourne Town Hall.
The award acknowledges Lort Smith’s longstanding dedication to animal welfare and its support for Melbourne’s pet owners. For over 85 years, Lort Smith has provided excellent veterinary care, shelter, and adoption services, focusing on making healthcare accessible to animals from all walks of life and owners of diverse backgrounds.
With a mission to improve animal health and happiness, Lort Smith’s programs extend beyond conventional veterinary services. Their programs provide vulnerable individuals and families access to crucial resources for their pets, strengthening the human-animal bond across the community. This award reflects Lort Smith’s impact as a provider of veterinary services and as a critical advocate for animal welfare and community wellbeing in Melbourne.
“We are incredibly honoured to receive this award and are proud to represent a community that values compassion and care for animals,” said Frances Mirabelli, CEO of Lort Smith Animal Hospital. “This recognition from the City of Melbourne reaffirms our commitment to providing high-quality, accessible care for pets and support for pet owners, regardless of their circumstances.”
The Melbourne Awards, hosted annually by the City of Melbourne, celebrate outstanding contributions in business, community, sustainability, and the arts, recognising the city’s changemakers who enhance Melbourne’s livability, culture, and community spirit. This year’s awards, presented at the iconic Melbourne Town Hall, brought together leaders and innovators across the city.
The Community category honours organisations and individuals whose efforts create a meaningful impact on the lives of Melbourne’s residents. Lort Smith’s award underscores its role as a vital part of Melbourne’s fabric, championing the importance of animal welfare in a thriving, compassionate society.
For more information on Lort Smith Animal Hospital and its community programs, visit www.lortsmith.com
Lort Smith offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at meeting the diverse needs of Melbourne’s pet-loving community. From its flagship hospital in North Melbourne, equipped with state-of-the-art clinic, emergency, and surgery services, to its campus in Campbellfield, home to its Shelter and Adoption Centre, outpatient clinic and community dog park, Lort Smith remains at the forefront of animal healthcare.
Furthermore, Lort Smith’s extensive outreach programs, including Pet Therapy initiatives across Melbourne hospitals, aged care homes, and youth justice facilities, exemplify its commitment to serving the broader community
