Dinner
5-7 pm, 7@Avondale (the refurbished cafeteria)
Pre-purchase tickets for meals or purchase at the door.

Opening reception
7 pm, Ella Hughes Chapel
Networking and light refreshments with welcome message and devotional by Vice-Chancellor Professor Malcolm Coulson and musical items by Dr Rick Ferret (1984) and vocal ensemble Covenant Quartet. Host: Melanie Windus (Alumna of the Year 2023).

Welcome morning tea
9.30 am, Avondale University Church

Sabbath school
9.45 am, Ella Hughes Chapel
Featuring: Avondale Seminary Head, Dr Wendy Jackson. Host: Dr Barry Oliver (Alumnus of the Year 2023).

Worship service
11 am, Avondale University Church or live stream
Featuring: Dr Bruce Manners (1974), Avondale Singers, Avondale Symphony Orchestra, The Promise and presentation of Avondale Alumni awards. Click here to sing with the singers or to play with the orchestra during the service. 

Lunch
12-2 pm, 7@Avondale
Pre-purchase tickets for meals or purchase at the door.

Honour year reunions
2.30 pm. See below for venues and hosts.
The heart of Homecoming. Connect with your classmates.

“Sunnyside” tour
3 pm, 27 Avondale Rd, Cooranbong
Built in 1896, the historic home of Seventh-day Adventist pioneer Ellen G White reveals more about this remarkable woman of faith who translated God’s love into a practical experience and sense of community.

“From Cooranbong Kid to Californian Cardiac Surgeon”
4.30 pm, 7@Avondale Board Room
Dr Don Wilson (1954) can spin a good yarn. This is a fascinating 30-minute illustrated presentation where you’ll learn more about his life—and the people he’s met.

Dinner
5-7 pm, 7@Avondale
Pre-purchase tickets for meals or purchase at the door.

Concert: A Touch of Country
7 pm, Avondale University Church
Gospel music with a touch of country. Featuring: Dr Rick Ferret (1984) and friends, including vocal ensemble Covenant Quartet, singer and songwriter Smiley Martin and Chris Means (electric bass). Presented by Avondale Conservatorium. Pre-purchase tickets or purchase at the door.