2025 AVA Conference starts on Monday 12 May!
08 May 2025
With just 4 days remaining until the veterinary profession’s most anticipated event of the year, excitement is building for the 2025 AVA Conference, taking place 12–15 May at ICC Sydney.
The AVA Conference offers flexible registration options-including multi-day, single-day, social events, and hands-on workshops-so you can tailor your experience to your needs. A single or multi-day pass unlocks access to 12 months of video proceedings for all available sessions, that’s more than 100 hours of CPD.
If you choose not to register ahead of time, simply visit the registration desk at the ICC Sydney with on-site registration available each morning.
Monday Highlights
Research Day - Stay at the forefront of veterinary science by attending Research Day, where the latest studies and breakthroughs will be presented and discussed by leading researchers and clinicians.
THRIVE Veterinary Wellness Symposium - Kick off your conference with the THRIVE Veterinary Wellness Symposium, focusing on mental health, workplace wellbeing, and inclusivity. Learn strategies to create a supportive environment for yourself and your colleagues.
Welcome Reception and Exhibition Opening - be among the first to check out the huge trade exhibition at this fun social event.
Alumni Social Events - catch up with old friends, or make new ones at the James Cook, Charles Sturt and Murdoch University Alumni events.
Tuesday Highlights
Conference Program – Over 50 sessions including 4 on ‘Wildlife and Exotics’, and more than 20 on ‘Small Animal/s’.
Plenary Session – Join Steve Joslyn, Dr Diana Barker, Tom Brownlie, Sarah Webb and Dr Peter Reid for the Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Practice Panel, where they will explore the real-world integration of AI in veterinary practice—beyond the hype and hesitation.
Social Events – Enjoy Alumni Events or head to Happy Hour in the Exhibition Hall
Wednesday Highlights
Conference Program – over 50 sessions including ‘A review of treatment options for common arrhythmias in dogs and cats’ and ‘How to approach sinusitis in the horse’
Plenary Session – Mark McKeon will present ‘Get in the Go Zone’ from 12pm-1pm
Social Events – Choose from Happy Hour from 5pm-6pm or the AVAG Dinner at the Adria Bar Restaurant
Thursday Highlights
Conference Program – over 50 sessions including 8 on ‘Equine’ and 5 on ‘Cattle’
Ben Cunneen Memorial Plenary – From war zone to One Health: a veterinary voyage of adventure with Dr Kendall Crocker
AVA Awards Gala Dinner – a memorable night of celebration, as we recognise our 2025 AVA Award winners.
Friday Highlights
Special Interest Group Workshops - engage in a day of practical, small-group learning: