- 25 – 27 SEPTEMBER 2025
- Crowne Plaza Queenstown, NZ
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Thank you for joining us at the Australasian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry’s 2025 Reconnext Conference!
What a fantastic few days it has been in beautiful Queenstown – reconnecting, learning, and sharing ideas with colleagues from across Australasia and beyond. The organising committee hopes you enjoyed the programme, the hospitality, and the opportunity to catch up with friends and peers in such a spectacular setting.
Our speakers, postgraduate presenters, and competition entrants all contributed to a rich and diverse programme – from the Colgate Graduate Speaker Award to the IADR Research Competition. Your participation and enthusiasm made this year’s Reconnext Conference a real highlight.
A heartfelt thank you goes to all our sponsors, whose contributions helped make this event possible. Your support enables us to deliver a high-quality educational and networking experience for the paediatric dentistry community each year.
We hope you enjoyed not only the learning but also the opportunity to unwind and experience all that Queenstown has to offer.
Thank you once again for being part of this year’s conference and for your ongoing commitment to the field of paediatric dentistry. We look forward to reconnecting with you at future AAPD events.
Ngā mihi nui,
Dr Katie Ayers
Past President, Australasian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
Why should you attend?
As the biennial conference for the Australasian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry, Reconnext offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into our professional niche.
Reconnext will allow you to Reconnect with industry peers. Rekindle and reinvigorate your passion for our profession. And Reimagine the exciting future that lies ahead for paediatric dentistry.
Latest industry insights
We have an incredibly rich program that covers diverse topics within paediatric dentistry. We’ll discuss advances in clinical practice and technology. Delve into the healthcare system and look at how it impacts our patients. And examine contemporary social questions, such as how to best support trans children and young people as healthcare professionals.
Learn from industry leaders
You will hear from the leading thinkers in paediatric dentistry, with our conference line-up including international as well as local thought leaders. These experienced practitioners and academic leaders will impart practical knowledge to improve your clinical abilities. As well as get you up to speed on what’s current in our profession – and prepare you for what’s on the horizon.
Connect with your peers
You will find ample opportunities for networking at Reconnext. This is an unmissable chance to build a meaningful professional network. Whether you’re looking to find professional mentors, meet fellow practice owners, or discover potential employers or upcoming talent to hire – you’ll make the right connections at Reconnext.
Earn 11 CPD hours
You’ll tick off a large block of your mandatory CPD hours by attending Reconnext, with the event offering 11 verifiable CPD hours. To maintain your registration, you must compete 60 hours of continuing education over a 3-year cycle. Averaged out per year, attending Reconnext will take you over half way toward the hours you need in one year.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr Joana Monteiro
Paediatric Dentist
Dr Patrick Ruck
Paediatric Dentist
PROGRAM & EVENTS
FRIDAY
reconnext scientific lectures
- Friday 26 September 2025
- 8.30am to 5.00pm
- Crowne Plaza Queenstown
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea included
SATURDAY
reconnext scientific lectures
- Saturday 27 September 2025
- 9.15am to 4.00pm
- Crowne Plaza Queenstown
- Morning tea and lunch included
THURSDAY EVENING
PRESIDENT'S COCKTAIL PARTY
- Thursday 25 September 2025
- Smart Casual
- 5.00pm to 7.30pm
- Crowne Plaza Queenstown, Balcony and Crowne I
FRIDAY EVENING
RECONNEXT Conference dinner
- Friday 26 September 2025
- Smart Casual
- 6.30pm to 10.30pm
- Cargo Collective Brew Hall, 172 Arthurs Point Road, Queenstown (Buses will depart the Crowne Plaza Queenstown at 6.00pm)
DATE & LOCATION
25 - 27 September 2025
Crowne Plaza, Queenstown
The conference will be hosted at the Crowne Plaza Queenstown, perfectly situated for both relaxation and exploration. Delegates will have the option of staying at the Crowne Plaza, ensuring direct access to all conference activities. For those seeking alternative accommodations, a list of suggestions can be provided upon request.