July President's Update

 

New sessions added to the 2026 ADAVB Convention & Exhibition Programme!

New sessions continue to be added to the 2026 ADAVB Convention & Exhibition Programme of Events regularly, with a diverse range of streams designed to engage everyone, from new graduates to the most seasoned dental professionals.

Don’t miss out on the premier dental event of the year, click here to secure your registration.


ADAVB Council updates, membership renewals, and acknowledging the hard work of our valued Committees!


We extend our sincere thanks to the outgoing Council members following the recent Council Election for the 2026/2028 period.

We are deeply appreciative of their service to the Branch over the last two years and the meaningful impact they have made in our work towards achieving the mission and goals of the ADAVB.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the incoming Councillors. We look forward to working together to deliver positive outcomes for our members in the years ahead.

Council changes for 2026/2028

Outgoing Councillors:

  • Dr David Curnow
  • A/Prof Neil Hewson - Currently on a leave of absence
  • Dr Dilhan Rajasingham
  • Dr Jonathan Teoh
  • Dr Adrienne Tracy

Incoming Councillors:

  • Dr Hayden Yikai Tan
  • Dr Jenny Fang Yu Liu
  • Dr Nathan Phung
  • Dr Sitanshu Arora
  • Dr Sofia Vorontsov

 

ADAVB Annual Committee Dinner

Thank you to those who joined us for the inaugural ADAVB Annual Committee Dinner on 12 June. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and to connect with new friends throughout the evening. Fantastic food and conversation were in abundance, and we are delighted that we will be able to deliver this meaningful acknowledgement of committees each year going forward.


ADAVB Membership Renewals

The membership renewal period for the 2026–27 financial year has now concluded. It was great to see such an enthusiastic uptake amongst our member base, highlighting the high regard held for the work of the ADAVB. Here’s to working together to achieve great things in the year ahead.
 

Coming Up:

2026 ADAVB Awards Night

Join us to celebrate the achievements of ADAVB members at the 2026 ADAVB Awards Night on 18 September. At this event, we will recognise the recipients of the:

  • 2026 ADAVB Awards
  • 2025 Student Prizes
  • 2026 50 years of membership
  • 2025 ADAVB BOQ Specialist CPD Practice Bursary
  • 2025 ADAVB BOQ Specialist Recent Graduate Bursary

The evening is a great opportunity to network with colleagues, and a sumptuous three-course meal and drinks will be provided to all those in attendance. Click here to learn more and register.

 

2026 Recent Grads and Students Committee Social Night

The RGSC Social Night 2026 will be taking place on 19 September after the 2026 ADAVB Convention and Exhibition, offering a great opportunity to unwind with your peers.

Join us at Kingpin Southbank and enjoy a night full of bowling, karaoke, great company and delicious food and drinks! Non-members are welcome, so feel free to bring along friends or partners. Click here to register.

 

Thanks for staying connected - I hope to catch up with you soon!