On 24 May 2025, the Taree region was devastated by one-in-500-year flooding event, that caused catastrophic damage to two local AIDA members dental clinics:

Manning Valley Dental, 1 Manning Street, Taree NSW – owned by Dr. Rupesh Phirangi

Prakhya Dental, 24 Pulteney Street, Taree NSW – owned by Dr. Phani Prakhya

The Manning River is flooding at a level never seen before at Taree, surpassing the previous 1929 record of six metres early that morning—and the waters are still rising.

For the first time in nearly a century of combined service, both clinics were inundated by floodwaters that reached waist height. The damage was catastrophic—dental chairs, sterilisation rooms, x-ray machines, IT systems, and clinic infrastructure were all submerged and likely unsalvageable. These practices now face closure while repairs and recovery are assessed.

These two clinics serve as critical dental care providers for a 100km radius—supporting patients from nearby towns and remote communities who rely on their services for oral health and emergency care.

️ Why We Need Your Help

While both practices are doing everything they can to recover, the road ahead is long and costly. Your support will help:

Replace essential dental equipment

Restore and refurbish clinic facilities

Support staff wages and job security during downtime

Reopen access to essential health services for the community

Every contribution—no matter how small—brings these practices one step closer to reopening. If you are unable to give, simply sharing this fundraiser with others can make a big difference.

Photos of the damage are available to show the full extent of the devastation.

⚠️ Transparency & Disclaimer

Please note:

This GoFundMe has been privately established to support the impacted clinics and their teams.

AIDA is not collecting or managing any funds associated with this initiative.

AIDA supports this cause as part of our commitment to community and peer support, but all donations go directly to the affected clinics.

Transparency remains a top priority where donations are involved, and regular updates will be provided through the fundraiser.

In times like these, our collective strength is what helps rebuild hope. Thank you for standing beside our members, their staff, and the patients who depend on them.

With gratitude,

AIDA

Dr. Sandeep, and I am a practicing dentist based in Canberra. I’m also a proud member of the Australian Indian Dental Association (AIDA).

My Relationship to the Parties I’m Raising Funds For

As a fellow AIDA member, I am raising funds on behalf of two of our members—Dr. Rupesh Phirangi of Manning Valley Dental and Dr. Phani Prakhya of Prakhya Dental—whose clinics were devastated by the unprecedented floods in Taree, NSW on 24 May 2025. All funds raised will be distributed directly to support these affected members.

Funds will be used to buy equipment/ Consumables or Rebuild the practice

1) My name is Dr. Sandeep, and I am a practicing dentist based in Canberra, Australia. I’m also a proud member of the Australian Indian Dental Association (AIDA)—a professional community of Indian-origin dental practitioners dedicated to supporting one another and giving back to the broader community.

‍‍ My Connection to the Recipients

This fundraiser is being launched on behalf of two fellow AIDA members:

Dr. Rupesh Phirangi – Owner of Manning Valley Dental, Taree NSW

Dr. Phani Prakhya – Owner of Prakhya Dental, Taree NSW

2) All funds raised will go directly to Dr. Rupesh and Dr. Phani, and will be used specifically for:

Replacing essential dental equipment and consumables

Refurbishing and repairing damaged clinic infrastructure

3) Purpose and Community Impact

These two clinics are not just businesses—they are essential healthcare providers serving communities within a 100km radius. Many patients in nearby towns and rural areas depend on these practices for emergency care, routine dental services, and continuity of treatment. Their temporary closure has left many without options.

This fundraiser aims to help these dentists recover, rebuild, and reopen as quickly as possible—for the sake of their patients, staff, and the greater Taree community.

4) How I’m Connected to Donors

I am reaching out to:

Fellow dental professionals across Australia

AIDA members and affiliates

Friends, patients, community members, and partners who support regional healthcare

The broader public who wish to support local clinics and small healthcare businesses in need

We are sharing this campaign via email, WhatsApp, social media platforms, and community networks to reach as many people as possible.