Dental Hygienists Association Of Australia Limited - Dhaa Ltd.

The professional body representing Dental Hygienists and Oral Health Therapists in Australia

The Dental Hygienists’ Association of Australia (DHAA) is one of the largest professional bodies in the Australian dental industry. Representing over 1200 oral health practitioners who practice dental hygiene in Australia, the National Association and Australian State and Territory Branches are all working in a coordinated manner for the strengthening and continuing development of the profession and advocating for preventive oral health.

The National Association was formed in 1991 and the Board meets to address issues relating to the uniformity of practice and training throughout Australia, and to plan for the continuing growth and application of the profession.

National Executive:
CEO - Dr. Melanie Hayes
President - Kathryn Novak
Vice-President - Tabitha Acret
National Treasurer - Cheryl Day
National IT Administrator - Josh Galpin
Executive Officer - Patricia Chan

Board of Director Representatives:
ACT - Kathryn Novak
NSW - Ian Epondulan
QLD - Jo Purssey
WA - Rhonda Kremmer
TAS - Danielle Gibbens
VIC - Dr. Melanie Hayes
SA - Alison Taylor
NT - Leonie Brown