VINE 2026 – AI in Victorian Schools
2026-03-31 09:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Michael’s Grammar School, 25 Chapel Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182, Australia
In 2023, VINE partnered with Leon Furze to develop and launch The VINE Generative Artificial Intelligence Guidelines based on the Australian Framework. They were published under a Creative Commons licence and written for a fictional “VINE School” so that member schools could contextualise and adapt immediately within their learning communities.
We’ve decided it’s time for an update to further support schools interrogate and structure their exploration of Gen AI, organised around three interconnected pillars:

Teaching and Learning

Ethics and Wellbeing

Privacy and Security

On Tuesday 31 March 2026, we’re launching Version 2 of the Guidelines with an action-packed day facilitated by Leon and various educators from Victorian schools. It’s an opportunity for teachers, Digital Learning Coordinators, ICT Managers, Business Managers and Senior Leaders to come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with Gen AI in Schools and develop strategies for governance and effective use.

TIME

PRESENTATION

9:00am – 9:30am

Registration

9:30am – 9:45am

Welcome & Opening Provocation

9:45am – 10:15am

AI Industry Insights from CISCO
Rose Skandari, Field CTO AI Solutions

10:15am – 10:45am

Keynote Presentation & Guidelines Launch
Leon Furze, Author & Consultant

10:45am – 11:15am

Morning Tea

11:15am – 12.15am

Workshop Activity #1 – Teaching and Learning
Workshop Activity #2 – Ethics and Wellbeing
Workshop Activity #3 – Privacy and Security

12:15pm – 1:00pm

Lunch

1.00pm – 1.30pm

Special Guest in Conversation

1.30pm – 2:15pm

Responsible AI in Practice: A Schoolbox Perspective
Scott Newman, Product Owner

2:15pm – 3:00pm

AI to Solve Real-World School Problems: Cool.org Workshop
Helen Masters, Education Manager

3:00pm – 3:20pm

AI in Action: Streamlining Teaching & Learning with Copilot Agents
Victoria Spicer-Stuart, Head of Teaching and Learning – Digital Practice

3:20pm – 3:40pm

Honouring Community Voice in Shaping AI Adoption
Shandor Biczok, AI Learning Specialist

3:40pm – 4:00pm

Reflections & Wrap Up

VINE 2026 – Tech Talk
2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Toorak College, 73-93 Old Mornington Rd, Mount Eliza, VIC, 3930, Australia
VINE Tech Talk is a collaborative day for school tech staff to connect, share insights, and explore emerging trends in the school IT sphere. The event features a mix of keynote presentations, real‑world case studies, and panel discussions focused on topics such as processor platforms (Intel vs Snapdragon), implementation experiences of Windows Arm (Snapdragon) devices into schools, server infrastructure comparisons between on‑prem and cloud (including VMWare alternatives), a passwordless authentication story, and modern device security methods.
Alongside technical sessions, attendees will have opportunities to engage with sponsors, tour the campus, participate in the VINE AGM, and network with peers, before the day concludes with a VINE door prize giveaway.
Tech Talk – Agenda

9.00am
Registration & Coffee

9.15am
Welcome to VINE Tech Talk – housekeeping
Welcome to Country and acknowledgement of land

9.25am
Sponsors Spotlight

9.35am
Tour of Toorak College

10.15am
Keynote: Intel vs ARM
Edunet presents a processor showdown as Intel and Snapdragon go head‑to‑head, where x86 tradition meets ARM innovation in a battle for performance, power, and what’s next in computing.

11.00am
Morning Tea

11.30am
ASI: Catholic Deployment of ARM Devices + Application Compatibility & Printing Update

12.00pm
Panel: Schools practical use with ARM in the fleet: Kosta @ Loreto, Aaron @ St Andrews, Graeme @ Peninsula

12.30pm
VINE AGM

1.00pm
Lunch

2.00pm
John, Tintern Grammar : Passwordless in Schools

2.40pm
Novo3 : VMWare vs Azure Local vs Cloud – What the latest take for schools today

3.10pm
Compnow : Device Security – Authentication App locker Endpoint architecture

3.50pm
VINE door prize giveaway

4.00pm
Day Concludes

2026 VINE Tech Talk
Wednesday, 15 April
9am to 4pm
Toorak College
73-93 Old Mornington Rd
Mount Eliza VIC 3930

Please register by Friday, 10 April to secure a spot.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

ISNSW ICT Conference 2026
2026-04-29 - 2026-05-01 | Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, 2684 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, Queensland, 4218, Australia
Centorrino Technologies will be attending the ‘ICT Conference: engagED – Where innovation meets education’ – and the CT team would love you to stop by the booth for a chat if you’re planning to be there.
This 3 x day conference brings together ICT leaders from independent schools to explore how innovation, strategy and collaboration are shaping the future of education.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday 29th April – Friday 1st May 2026
📍 Location: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, QLD
👋 Booth Number: #81

Lunch and Learn - Interactive Panels from Promethean - Presented by Edunet
2026-05-01 12:00 - 14:00 | WestWaters Entertainment Complex, 20 Lake Street, Caroline Springs, Victoria, 3023, Australia
This event will demonstrate the latest in classroom AV technology and is designed for School Leaders, Edtech Specialists, and IT leaders

Our industry‑leading partner, Promethean, continues to advance the way schools think about classroom technology and long‑term sustainability.
In this exclusive Lunch & Learn, you’ll discover how modern Interactive Flat Panels (IFPs) are transforming learning environments, not just through improved usability and teaching outcomes, but through greater affordability and longevity compared to traditional display technologies.
Join us on Friday, 1st May to explore the latest innovations in classroom display tech, understand the long‑term cost benefits of moving away from projector‑based setups, and speak directly with Promethean and Edunet experts about what this means for your next technology refresh.
A complimentary lunch will be provided on arrival.
Who should attend: School leaders, ICT managers and IT administrators.

NovoCon26 - Edge of Tomorrow
2026-05-27 13:00 - 2026-05-29 13:30 | yarra valley lodge, 2 Heritage Ave, Chirnside Park, VIC, 3116
Tickets are now available for the Novo3 Education Conference, NovoCon26. This year’s theme, “Edge of Tomorrow,” promises to explore the rapid advancements in educational technology and their transformative impact on learning environments.
“It was a great event and I am looking forward to the next one.”
Where and When? Taking place on 27-29 May 2026, at Yarra Valley Lodge where you will enjoy an exciting agenda of presentations, networking opportunities, vendor engagement and entertainment.
“The presentations were informative, engaging, and full of valuable insights — I came away with plenty of ideas and inspiration.”
Why Attend? NovoCon26 is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, gain valuable knowledge, and be part of a community that is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance education. Whether you are an educator or technologist, there is something for everyone at NovoCon26.
“Great opportunity as a newcomer to the industry to meet with peers.”
How Much? A ticket to the Novo3 Education Conference is just $550 ex GST, which includes the full conference experience, two nights’ accommodation and food. After completing the booking form, an invoice will be sent to you for payment.
Find Out More. Visit the NovoCon26 website and find out more about the Conference and Agenda.
We look forward to welcoming you to NovoCon26 and exploring the future of education together.
The Novo3 Team

Fujifilm Business Innovation – Onsite Session at DMS Facility (Best Practice Records Digitisation)
2026-05-28 10:00 - 12:30
Tour of the Fujifilm DMS Facility.
The session is designed to be informative and practical, drawing on real‑world experience working with schools, colleges, and education authorities across Australia.
What will be covered

Common challenges schools face with paper‑based student and administrative records
Compliance and retention considerations specific to education
How digitisation can improve security, access, and operational efficiency
What a safe and structured digitisation process looks like in practice
A guided walkthrough of our secure DMS facility, including scanning, chain‑of‑custody, and quality controls
Open discussion and Q&A with our education and records specialists

Who should attend

Business Managers
ICT & Digital Transformation Leaders
Records & Compliance Managers
Operations and Administration Leaders

Location
213-215 Robinsons Rd, Ravenhall VIC 3023
Please contact your Fujifilm account manager if you are interested in attending.

Future Skills Summit
2026-06-04 09:30 - 12:30 | RMIT Building 14, Level 4, 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
We know education leaders are asking how to prepare students for a workforce that’s changing faster than ever. Join the Apple team
for a conversation that connects thought leadership, industry insight and the latest technology.
Nicole Dyson, founder of Future Anything, will share how schools can make future-focused learning practical and measurable, drawing on her experience working with over a million students. Then hear directly from local industry leaders on the skills and mindsets they’re hiring for today, giving you a clear line between workforce needs and curriculum decisions.
You’ll also get hands-on with Mac, built for on-device Al, where students can run powerful Al workflows privately and on-device.
And with the new MacBook Neo, that capability now begins at a breakthrough price, making it even more accessible for students.
You’ll leave with:

A practical framework for future-focused learning from Nicole Dyson
Industry perspective on workforce requirements and what it means for your school
Hands-on experience with on-device Al workflows on Mac
A clear picture of how Apple can support your school’s next chapter

Who should attend:

This session is designed for middle and high school teachers and leaders.

Register here.

VINE 2026 – Women in Tech – Working Well
2026-06-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Melbourne Girls Grammar, 86 Anderson Street, South Yarra, Victoria, 3141, Australia
Event details and registration information will be shared soon – stay tuned!

VINE 2026 – Technology Showcase - 2027 Devices and "Cool tools"
2026-06-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak, 10 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak, VIC, 3142, Australia

Leadership Roundtable 2026
2026-06-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Bossley Private Dining, Cnr Little Bourke & 186 Exhibiition Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
AI is already in our schools, but successful adoption is a people and change leadership challenge, not just a technology one.
ASI Solutions invites school leaders and change adoption specialists to an exclusive Leadership Roundtable, focused on moving beyond AI experimentation to achieve real educational and operational impact.
📅 Thursday, 25 June 2026
🕛 12:00 PM | 2 hours (Lunch provided)
📍 Bossley Private Dining, Melbourne
This invitation‑only session is designed for practical discussion, peer insights, and clear takeaways for leaders navigating AI‑led change in education.
Register your interest today!

VINE 2026 – SISapalooza III – Build, Buy, Bridge. Data Strategy in the age of AI
2026-07-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Trinity Grammar School, 40 Charles St, Kew, Victoria, 3101, Australia

VINE 2026 – TeachMeet Online #1
2026-08-06 16:00 - 16:30 | Online, Online

VINE 2026 – TeachMeet Online #2
2026-08-13 16:00 - 16:30 | Online, Online

Edunet Education Tech Expo 2026
2026-08-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Caulfield Racecourse, Gate 2, Station Street, VIC, 3145, Australia
Not your average Tech Expo! The Edunet Tech Day is a destination for discovery.

Friday, 14th August 2026
Caulfield Racecourse (Concourse Level)

10am – 3pm
Free to attend

Join Victoria’s leading education technology event and explore the future of teaching, learning, and school IT — all in one place.

Gain hands-on experience in our interactive ‘Learning Spaces’ and connect with 30+ industry leaders who are providing the building blocks for student success.

Whether you are a school leader, ICT professional, or educator, this event offers the practical insights and professional network you need to navigate the evolving world of education technology with confidence.

VINE 2026 – TeachMeet Online #3
2026-08-20 16:00 - 16:30 | Online, Online

VINE 2026 – TeachMeet Online #4
2026-08-27 16:00 - 16:30 | Online, Online

Wellbeing in the Age of AI Conference
2026-09-14 | St Leonard’s College, 163 South Road, Brighton East, Victoria, 3187, Australia
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how young people learn, connect, and see the world. But as technology accelerates, one question matters more than ever: how do we protect and strengthen our children’s wellbeing in an AI-driven age?
Wellbeing in the Age of AI brings together leading thinkers in education, psychology, and ethical technology to explore how schools, families, and communities can respond with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
This one-day conference on Monday 14 September 2026 is designed for educators, school leaders, wellbeing professionals, and parents seeking practical, evidence-based insights into:

Student mental health, identity, and resilience in digital environments
Ethical and compassionate approaches to AI in education
Restorative and relational practices that strengthen school culture
Supporting young people to navigate online risk while building agency and independence

Keynote speakers:

Adam Voigt – Rebuilding Connection and Culture in a Changing World
Michael Carr-Gregg – Young People, Mental Health and Life Online
Dr Raffaele Ciriello – Compassionate and Ethical AI: What Education Needs to Know
Kristy Elliott – Restorative Practices for Wellbeing-Focused School Communities

Register here.

VINE 2026 - Strategy and Leadership
2026-09-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Haileybury College, Keysborough, 855 Springvale Road, Keysborough, Victoria, 3173, Australia

VINE 2026 - Security Event
2026-10-01 09:00 - 16:00
