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FUR, FEATHERS, FANGS & FINS

 

This year ASAV will be celebrating our 50th ASAV Annual Conference from Monday 25 to Thursday 28 August in Cairns, the gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef located in tropical Far North Queensland.

But that's not all – for our 50th conference celebrations we’ve gone all out with a fantastic mix of topics and species, and we are teaming up with three other special interest groups.

The 4-day extravaganza will see us join forces with the Australian Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), the Australian Veterinary Conservation Biology group (AVCB) and the Unusual Pet and Avian Veterinarians group (UPAV) and therefore providing ample opportunities to create new connections as well as reunite previous ones.

Endocrine, immunity and dermatology are the focus of the small animal stream with the unusual pet and avian, dental and conservation biology groups joining us, there will be something for everyone.

As well as the lectures and scientific information at our conference, there will be workshops pre and post the 4-day conference program as well as a dedicated nurse’s stream. We will also hold our signature social events, including, exhibition welcome, happy hour, ASAV recent graduate dinner, and the prestigious ASAV Awards Gala Dinner. With over 350 veterinary professionals expected to gather under one roof at the Cairns Convention Centre, mark your calendars now!

This conference promises education, camaraderie, and fun and is your chance to learn, connect, and make lasting memories. We can't wait to welcome you to the 50th ASAV Conference together with AVDS, AVCB and UPAV - where fur, feathers, fangs and fins converge!

Exhibition and sponsorship bookings open now.

Registration opens May 2025.   

Further information coming soon, please contact events@ava.com.au for any conference enquiries. 

Why attend?

 

  • Immerse yourself in four days of cutting-edge presentations focusing on endocrine, immunity and dermatology topics, with the AVDS, AVCB and UPAV groups joining forces.

  • This collaboration aims to make the most of your valuable time, providing an economical solution for you and your team during these busy times.  

  • The opportunity to network with peers and industry in a collegial and supportive environment.  

  • A trade and industry show featuring many of your suppliers where you can find out about the latest products and innovations!  

  • VetEd points can be achieved over the whole week, and delegates can earn extra points by attending one of the masterclasses, sponsored breakfast sessions or workshops.

 

Exhibit at
FUR, FEATHERS, FANGS & FINS

 

For our supporters, sponsors, and exhibitors it will open new opportunities and reduce cost with stand build, freight, staff costs and less time out of the office. 

Thank you to our sponsors