Increasing awareness and participation in the CDBS is a key advocacy focus for ADIA. It is encouraging to see a united call from respondents for increased awareness of the CDBS across the board, as well as a strong focus on equitable access to care for rural and remote children and priority populations.

The recommendations also include establishing a definition of children with 'high care needs' and increased benefits for that group, along with inclusion of treatment in a hospital setting and treatment provided under general anaesthetic.

The report is timely given the current Senate Select Committee Inquiry into the Provision of and Access to Dental Services in Australia. (Read the interim report here.)

ADIA continues to advocate for increased awareness of the CDBS for eligible children in Australia. Any developments on the report recommendations and the Senate Select Inquiry will be shared via this update as they become available.

If you would like any more information or have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to do so by email.

ADIA is excited to welcome you to the picturesque Gold Coast this October for our first leadership conference since 2018.

Take advantage of discounted early bird registration, open for two more weeks!

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Here's why you should attend Leading with Vision:

1. Lift your business game with insights from Wizard Home Loans founder and CEO, Mark Bouris AM
2. Connect with potential clients, partners, and staff
3. Elevate your professional brand with celebrity publicist and eckfactor founder, Karen Eck
4. Team bonding opportunities available on the Gold Coast
5. With the conference within 30 mins of all major attractions, why not bring your family for an extended holiday getaway?
6. Elevate your sales skills with The Sales Doctor, Ingrid Maynard
7. Gain the tools you need to achieve your goals in an unforgettable presentation by former Olympic gymnast, Brennon Dowrick OAM
8. Welcome Reception and Networking Dinner
9. Be inspired by triple Olympian Lisa Curry AO
10. Gold Coast 5-star location at RACV Royal Pines Resort

And if you're still not convinced, we're offering:

• Complimentary childcare from ADIA
• Exclusive discounts for extended dates on room rates at RACV Royal Pines Resort

Significant discounts for multiple registrations, so your whole team can attend.

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TGA Fees and Charges Updated for 2023-2024

Earlier this year, ADIA shared the proposed changes to TGA fees and charges for the new financial year via this update. These changes were open to consultation, which ADIA participated in. Late last month, the 2023-2024 fees and charges were released.

I am pleased to report that many of the proposed increases were reduced or removed following consultation, with most increases in line with inflation.

As a reminder, the proposed changes are summarised below. You can view the entire consultation paper here.

Source: TGA fees and charges proposal 2023-24 Consultation Paper

The Changes by Category

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members who provided feedback during the consultation process. Your input allows us to best represent your interests with the TGA and other stakeholders.

The vast majority of charges have an increase of 5.2% on last year's costs. You can view a side-by-side comparison of 22-23 and 23-24 charges via the button below.

To view this year's fees and charges document in full, click here.

To view the 2022-2023 document, click here.

View side-by-side comparison

If you would like any more information or have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to do so by email.

Featuring a three-time Olympian, one of Australia’s biggest business names and the consultant that Oprah calls on, Leading with Vision is the place to be to learn about resilience and branding and gain market insight.

The 2023 Leading with Vision conference will be held this October in Gold Coast, bringing together leaders from across the country in sales, training and culture. ADIA is running the conference in partnership with Assistive Technology Suppliers Australia (ATSA).

Leading with Vision, the first ADIA conference  since 2018, represents a significant opportunity for dental industry professionals to gain fresh insights, connect with industry leaders, elevate their businesses and strengthen their teams.

Particularly of note is the conference’s strong lineup of some of Australia’s leading speakers, including Wizard Home Loans founder Mark Bouris AM, triple Olympian Lisa Curry, and other leaders in sales, training and culture.

Along with the main program, delegates can head to the Gold Coast a day early to participate in expert masterclasses, featuring The Sales Doctor, Ingrid Maynard, and Karen Eck of eckfactor. Ms Maynard, who has spent more than 25 years guiding Australian organisations to improve their sales performance, is presenting on discovering what customers value in you. Ms Eck, a publicist for a range of world-class names, including Oprah Winfrey, National Geographic and CNN, is presenting on building your professional brand for career success using the power of visibility.

Leading with Vision also includes a number of social networking events, including a Welcome Reception on Sunday evening and a Networking Dinner on Monday night.

Registration for Leading with Vision is now open. An early bird discount applies until 31 July of $200 off per registrant. Find out more and register today.
 

Leading with Vision
Sunday 8 – Tuesday 10 October 2023
RACV Royal Pines, Gold Coast
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