Social Program

Monday 17 August

Welcome and Exhibition Opening Night
 

Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Location: Exhibition Hall, The Wandiny Room
(Complimentary for all registered delegates)
Cost: $160 for non-delegates & guests

Kick off the conference in style with a relaxed and vibrant evening of connection, conversation, and celebration!

Reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, and explore the exhibition space, featuring leading companies from across Australia showcasing the latest in veterinary products, services and innovations.

Start your Passport Competition journey for a chance to win some fantastic prizes, all while enjoying drinks, canapés, and the warm buzz of our professional community coming together. 

This is your perfect chance to ease into the week, catch up with friends old and new, and get inspired for the days ahead!
 

Tuesday 18 August

Happy Hour - Cheers to Connections!
 

Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Location: Exhibition Hall, The Wandiny Room
(Complimentary for all registered delegates)
Cost: $110 for non-delegates & guests

Unwind, mingle, and raise a glass with us at this relaxed networking event. Enjoy complimentary drinks and canapés as you connect with colleagues, engage with our incredible exhibitors and sponsors, and soak in the atmosphere.  

It’s the perfect way to wrap up the day - spark conversations, discover opportunities, and toast to shared passions in great company! 

Tuesday 18 August

Beach Party 

Time: 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Location: Novotel, Lorikeet Beach
Cost: $90 for delegates and $130 for non-delegates & guests

Experience the relaxed ambiance of Lorikeet Beach at our Beach Party.

Dress in your best casual beach attire and enjoy an evening of delicious food, refreshing drinks and lively music.

This promises to be a memorable night filled with great company and good vibes.

Tuesday 18 August

ASAV Recent Graduate Evening 

Time: 6.45pm - 9.45pm  
Location: Novotel, Arrivals Lounge
Cost: Complimentary for recent graduate delegates and $140 for delegates & guests 

Calling all graduates from the classes of 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 – it’s time to celebrate! 

Join us for a night of laughter, shared stories and reconnecting with your fellow recent grads as we raise a glass to your early achievements in the veterinary profession. 

This special event begins with an hour of drinks kindly sponsored by Bank of Queensland and continues with a delightful dinner generously sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition.

We look forward to celebrating your achievements and milestones as you navigate the early stages of your veterinary careers!

Proudly sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Bank of Queensland.

Wednesday 19 August

ASAV & VBG Awards Gala Dinner 

Time: 7.00pm - Late
Location: Minyama Rooms 3 + 4 
Cost: $200 for delegates & guests and $1,800 for tables of 10

This special night honours the outstanding achievements within our veterinary profession, as we present the ASAV & VBG Awards celebrating excellence, leadership, innovation and dedication.

Reconnect with colleagues, honour our profession’s finest, and let your hair down for a night of celebration, connection and dancing.  

Stay tuned for further details on this year’s Gala Dinner theme!

Proudly sponsored by Guild Insurance and Vets Choice.

Thursday 20 August

Farewell Drinks

Time: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Location: TBC
Cost: $65

Wrap up an incredible week with a relaxed evening filled with good vibes and great company.

Enjoy cold drinks, roaming canapés, warm memories, and plenty of smiles as we raise a glass (or two) to new friends, lasting connections and unforgettable moments.

More details coming soon!