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Join the September yarn and help shape IDAA’s next strategic plan  

IDAA members are invited to join our September member yarn to help shape the association’s new strategic plan.  With support from the Australian Indigenous Governance Institute, this yarn will give members the opportunity to share what matters most for IDAA’s future, including how we continue to strengthen connection, support Indigenous oral health students and practitioners, … Read more

Members-only pre-conference gathering  

The 2026 IDAA Conference will be held in Boorloo (Perth) on 30 November 2026. This year’s theme, Be a good ancestor, Hold the line, invites us to reflect on the legacy we leave and our shared responsibility to drive lasting change in Indigenous oral health.  Ahead of the main program, IDAA members are invited to … Read more

Celebrating IDAA member Latisha Sykora during Dental Health Week  

During Dental Health Week, the Australian Dental Association’s My Smile campaign is focusing on the oral health of young Australians aged 18–25.  This year’s campaign encourages young people to build good early-care habits, seek reliable oral health information and visit a dentist before small issues become bigger problems.  We’re proud to see IDAA member and … Read more

Welcome Sophie, our new student representative

Sophie Butcher is our new student representative for 2026. Sophie joins Naomi, who is continuing as a student representative for a second year. Meet Sophie: As a proud Murrawarri woman born on Wiradjuri Country in NSW, I’m excited to step into the role of IDAA’s student representative for 2026. With such a small number of … Read more

Congratulations Dr Nicolas Reid on his new role

The Indigenous Dentists’ Association of Australia (IDAA) congratulates Dr Nicolas Reid on his recent appointment as Senior Dentist and Manager of the Oral Health Program within the Royal Flying Doctor Service (SA/NT). In his role, Dr Reid will provide clinical leadership and strategic oversight of remote oral health services across South Australia and the Northern … Read more

Join the IDAA as a Student Representative

The Indigenous Dental Association of Australia (IDAA) is calling for Expressions of Interest for Student Representative positions. Why You Should Apply This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your voice and ideas to strengthen the representation of First Nations people in oral health. As a Student Representative, you’ll help shape initiatives that support Indigenous dental … Read more

Reflection from Caleb Rice: 2025 Student Representative

Studying Oral Health has been such a rewarding and transformative experience. Over the past few years I’ve learnt not only the clinical skills needed to care for patients, but also the importance of culturally safe care, community connection, and working as part of a team, particularly through my involvement with IDAA and the Indigenous Allied … Read more

IDAA Co-President Wins University Award

We’re excited to share that Dr Jess Manuela has received the University of Adelaide’s Distinguished Alumni Award, Indigenous Tirkapena Award, on 4 December. This recognition highlights the genuine impact she’s making in dentistry and in her community. As Co-President of the IDAA, Jess continues to advocate for better outcomes and greater representation for Indigenous people in … Read more

UQ Indigenous Graduation Sashing Ceremony – Dental surgery graduates

Savannah Kanters, Tachae Douglas-Miller and Davis White are three newly qualified Indigenous Australian dentists who recently attended the UQ Indigenous Graduation Sashing Ceremony.  Savannah is a Djabugay and Iman woman from Woorabinda in Central Queensland, born in Rockhampton, who has always been a strong advocate for Indigenous oral health and culturally safe care. She will … Read more

Join the IDAA Board of Directors

The Indigenous Dental Association of Australia (IDAA) is calling for Expressions of Interest for Board Director positions. Why You Should Apply This is a unique opportunity to stand alongside passionate and dedicated people working to strengthen the voice of First Nations people in oral health. As a director, you’ll be helping to shape strategies, programs, … Read more

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