An evening with Dr Gary Stager - a night schoolED Event
2023-08-17 17:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | RACV Club, CBD, 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
In this intimate gathering, Dr. Stager will passionately advocate for student agency and teacher empowerment, taking you on an unforgettable journey. Don’t let this unique opportunity pass you by – come and share in the excitement as we embrace the transformative power of education together.

CoET Term 3 Meeting
2023-08-18 08:00 - 13:00 | VIC

Edu-Tech Pre Conference Workshop - Computational learning adventures - craft, coding, and creativity
2023-08-23 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl., South Wharf, Victoria, 3006, Australia
Gary Stager, Founder & CEO, Constructing Modern Knowledge
This hands-on workshop helps educators respond to the growing calls to teach computing and computer science for all children at a time where there is literal clarity on what that means, but there are already millions of BBC micro:bits in schools. Never before has so much power been accessible to children at such a low price. Participants will gain experience programming the micro:bit and model strategies for teaching physical computing. We will also explore and use a variety of programming environments, similar boards, and extensions. A small mountain of materials will be available for use. This workshop is hands-on and welcomes all experience levels. Projects from the new “Invent To Learn Guide to the micro:bit” will be shared in addition to discussions of how the micro:bit may be used to most effectively teach powerful computational ideas from math, science, physical computing, and computer science. This approach animates project-based learning, democratizes experience, and appeals to a diverse population of students than when we reduce robotics to competitive combat.

EduTECH
2023-08-24 - 2023-08-25 | MCEC Melbourne, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
EduTECH is Australia’s largest education event, bringing together the entire education ecosystem to discuss, debate, and evaluate the future of education.
The event features 5 pre-event workshops, 10 paid conferences, 4 partner conferences, 10 free expo seminars, 8 breakout seminars, 450 speakers, 400 exhibitors, 75 startups, and 10,000 education and training leaders.
EduTECH also offers unrivalled networking opportunities through the EduPARTY networking drinks and the Ed-Innovation Celebration Gala Dinner, hosted by the very funny Dave Hughes.
VINE Members refer to e-mail for 50% discount tickets!

TechConnect: An Evening of Networking with Edunet
2023-08-24 16:30 - 19:00 | The General Assembly, 29 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
You are invited to join us at TechConnect, an exciting networking evening hosted by Edunet! This event aims to bring together educators, technology enthusiasts, and industry professionals for an evening of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking.
Registration is Free | 4:30pm – 7pm The General Assembly, South Wharf Promenade
Hosted by Edunet, one of Australia’s most trusted partners for Technology in Schools. This event is being held on the evening of Thursday 24th August.
TechConnect will provide a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about advancing education through technology. Whether you are seeking innovative solutions, exploring partnerships, or simply looking to expand your professional network, this event is designed to foster meaningful connections.

Electrifying Children's Mathematics with Gary Stager
2023-08-28 09:30 - 15:30 | Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership, 41 St Andrews Place, East Melbourne, VIC, 3002, Australia
The Electrifying Children’s Mathematics provocation workshop moves beyond the goal of engaging children in learning mathematics by providing educators with authentic mathematical thinking experiences.

LawSense School ICT Law 2023
2023-09-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Online, Online
Responding To Reforms, Managing Data Collection, Access, Retention & Data Breaches – Live Online & Recorded
Program
12.00 LawSense Welcome
12.05 Chairperson’s Introduction
Ally Eddy, Information Technology Manager, Santa Sabina College; President, MITIE Inc.
12.10 Examining Potential Reforms and Other Changes and What You Should Be Considering
Privacy Reforms and Impacts on School Policies and Planning

Exploring proposed reforms to privacy legislation applicable in schools

Examining potential impacts on school policies and exploring what schools should be considering now
Exploring how regulator focus is changing and what to expect regarding enforcement of privacy compliance

Insurance Requirements – What Will They Require Next?

Examining the current risk posture of cyber-insurers regarding schools and reviewing insurer requirements
Exploring how insurers’ attitude to schools is evolving and exploring further requirements that may be imposed, including regarding admin privileges and other access in schools

Nathan Donovan, Director, Donovan Winkler Lawyers
1.20 Break
1.30 Potential Regulatory Reforms & School Impacts – Artificial Intelligence

Outlining current and emerging technologies particularly relevant to schools
Understanding relevant existing law and regulation, including obligations regarding academic integrity
Exploring how laws and policies regarding AI may evolve and examining considerations for schools

Veronica Scott, Partner, KPMG Law
2.20 Break
2.25 Chairperson’s Remarks
Diana Murase, Head Strategy and Transformation, Scotch College; Vice President, VINE
2.30 Data Retention and Destruction: Balancing Different Risks and Obligations to Help Implement Effective and Legally Defensible Frameworks, Policies and Practices

Outlining key laws applying to document retention and destruction in schools

Exploring how obligations can conflict in practice

duty of care liability
Royal Commission recommendations
privacy obligations regarding disposal/destruction of data
data retention risks
insurance requirements

Exploring approaches to balancing and resolving tensions between different obligations and risks for your school
Examining templates provided by Archivists organisations and modifying these to optimise your document retention and destruction practices, risk management and compliance
Learning from case studies and scenarios

Hayden Delaney, Partner, HopgoodGanim Lawyers
3.30 Break
3.40 Managing Privacy Risks and Data Breaches Involving Third Party Suppliers/Contractors
Optimising Accountability and Management of Supplier/Contractors

Examining the liability exposure of the school for the actions of third-party suppliers, including use of indemnity and other clauses in supplier contracts
Implementing best practice in arrangements with suppliers to ensure compliance by the school and to optimise the school’s legal position, including:

accountability of suppliers/contractors regarding privacy and data protection
response to an incident

Dealing with circumstances where the supplier will only provide limited information or where there are multiple related entities involved

Best Practice Management of Data Breaches Involving Third Party Suppliers

Examining mandatory reporting of requirements for data breaches – when and how you must report and remediation. What are your obligations versus that of a third-party supplier?
Managing communications avoiding increased exposure to legal liability from your communications regarding the incident
Learnings from recent incident case studies

Jason Symons, Partner, Mills Oakley Lawyers
4.40 Closing remarks from The Chair
4.45 Close Event

ASBA2023 - Innovate Motivate Integrate
2023-09-24 - 2023-09-27 | Melbourne Convenction Centre, Australia
The Association of School Business Administrators Ltd (ASBA), will come together in Melbourne for the Twenty-Second Biennial ASBA National Conference, to be held 24 – 27 September 2023.
ASBA is the peak body representing eight-chapter associations of business managers from non-government schools throughout Australia and New Zealand.
The ASBA2023 National Conference Committee is confident that our conference will provide vibrant networking opportunities for delegates, exhibitors and sponsors. It is also a wonderful opportunity for delegates to see current trends and view products and services from a range of businesses supporting the education sector.
We believe ‘Innovate, Motivate, Integrate’ are all critical elements pertaining to the future of education and we bring you this theme for ASBA2023, in Melbourne.

Fortinet Training - K-12 Education Workshop
2023-09-27 - 2023-09-28 | Cliftons Freshwater Place, L18, 2 Southbank Blvd, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Australia
The Fortinet Education Workshop is an interactive, beginner friendly solution-based workshop designed to educate participants on the value of the Fortinet solutions. No pre-requisites, no experience necessary.
This in-person 2-day workshop will introduce the Fortinet Security Fabric, and specific details about how Fortinet can help address the security concerns that education institutions need to be aware of. Followed by a hands-on lab activity that provides students with an opportunity to experience the Fortinet solution in action.

Note there are still 4-5 spots available!

Lab Requirements

Please bring your laptop
Account on NSE Training Institute log in

Agenda Day 1:

Initial Configuration
Firewall Policies
Web filtering
Application Control
Antivirus
IPS

Agenda Day 2:

SD-WAN
SSL VPN
IPSEC VPN
Virtual Domains
High Availability
FortiAnalyzer DemoEdge Wired and Wireless

Please Bring Your Laptops

Security Event
2023-10-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Hillcrest Christian College, 500 Soldiers Rd, Clyde, Victoria, 3978, Australia
Join us for an extraordinary day dedicated to fortifying your school’s cybersecurity defences. Our agenda is packed with expert insights, cutting-edge strategies, and practical solutions to help you navigate the complex threat landscape.
This event is your passport to a safer and more secure educational environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to level up your school’s cybersecurity defence’s. Register today and join us for a day of empowerment, innovation, and protection.
Click for Agenda.
REGISTER NOW

Australian Cyber Conference
2023-10-17 - 2023-10-19 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl., South Wharf, Victoria, 3006, Australia
The Australian Cyber Conference 2023 – Melbourne will provide business leaders with insights and best practices taught by the industry’s top experts through keynotes, panel sessions and live, in-person demonstrations.
Attending this conference will enable you to hear from industry experts to help you better understand and manage current threats, as well as identify and prepare for emerging challenges. An interactive format of workshops, plenary sessions and the opportunity to network with industry practitioners in the field of cyber security is a must for all organisations in the current business environment.
Delegates range from company directors and managers to public servants, lawyers, risk professionals, software architects, and technical security specialists. They come from a broad range of industries from education to finance, government, healthcare, manufacturing, mining, transportation, and utilities.
AISA’s focus groups, conferences, presentations, and networking events, cater to a large range of specialisations.
The diverse nature of our audience enables a variety of perspectives and subjects for discussion at each of our events. Most importantly, our conferences help to independently promote awareness and understanding of cyber security issues in the community.

Salesforce for K-12 Education Webinar
2023-10-18 09:30 - 11:00 | Online link available after registration
Salesforce is proud to partner with the Victorian ICT Network for Education (VINE) to showcase the latest innovation in scaling impact for K-12 institutions using AI, Data and CRM.
You’re invited to join us for this webinar to understand how Salesforce can help schools and private institutions drive student and operational success, with a 360 degree view of each constituent.
During the webinar you will:

Discover the emerging technologies and trends that are impacting the K-12 sector across Australia and New Zealand
Learn about our solution ‘Salesforce for Education’
See what’s possible in personalising the learner journey to drive improved learning outcomes and experiences through the use of technology.

Click the event website button to register.

Microsoft – Defender Experts
2023-10-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Microsoft Southbank Offices, Level 5, 4 Freshwater Place, Southbank, Victoria, 3006, Australia
Defender Experts:

Threat Hunting and Managed XDR
Improving efficiency and augmenting Security Teams
Threat hunting scenario walkthrough
How it Works, Onboarding process, and Pre-requisites

REGISTER HERE

VINE Security Conference
2023-10-26 08:00 - 2023-10-27 17:00 | Panorama Retreat & Resort (formally Country Place), 180 Olinda Creek Road, Kalorama, Victoria, 3766, Australia
VINE is proud to partner with Fortinet to launch their first security conference for schools. Top
industry experts will provide technology leaders in schools with insights and best practice on how to
better understand and manage current threats and prepare for emerging threats in the security
landscape. The conference will be highly interactive and workshop focussed, so you can learn from
the experts and your peers and take some practical tools back to your School.
Only 30 places available. All information regarding agenda, payment and accommodation details can be found here.
REGISTER NOW

The Classroom Revolution: Promethean's Modern Solutions Presented by Edunet
2023-11-01 12:30 - 14:30 | Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields, 1 English Street, Essendon Fields, 3041, Australia
The Classroom Revolution: Promethean’s Modern Solutions Presented by Edunet
In an era where education is rapidly evolving, “The Classroom Revolution” offers a deep dive into Promethean’s cutting-edge solutions, proudly presented by Edunet. This event is more than just a showcase; it’s an invitation to experience firsthand the transformative power of modern classroom technology. Attendees will:

Engage with the latest tools designed to enhance student engagement and participation.
Discover strategies to seamlessly integrate technology into daily lessons, making teaching more efficient and impactful.
Network with fellow educators, sharing insights and best practices for the digital age.
Benefit from expert-led sessions that will empower them to drive change in their own institutions.

Join us and be part of the movement that’s reshaping the educational landscape for the better.
This is an open invitation to all schools (Public, Catholic and independent) to join us on Wednesday 1st November 2023. We encourage schools to bring representatives from leadership, teaching an ITC.
A complimentary lunch will be provided on arrival.

HP – Go Beyond Ultimate Surf Experience
2023-11-02 08:30 - 15:00 | URBNSURF Melbourne, 309 Melrose Dr, Melbourne Airport, VIC, Australia
🌟 HP Presentations & Exclusive Q&A: Immerse yourself in captivating presentations by HP, including a unique Q&A session with surfing legend Steph Gilmore.
🌊 Ride the Waves: Learn to surf on land and hit the water. Experience custom waves tailored to all skill levels.
🍽️ Lunchtime Feast: Savor a mouthwatering lunch provided by Three Blue Ducks.
🎵 Live Entertainment: Groove to the tunes of live acoustic music in The Court.
Don’t miss this incredible surf adventure! Whether you’re a seasoned surfer looking to catch the perfect wave or a newcomer eager to learn, Surf Academy promises an action-packed day by the sea.
We look forward to sharing this unforgettable day with you. Let’s ride the waves of excitement together!
Please RSVP here!

Fortinet K-12 Education – User Group
2023-11-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Fortinet Melbourne Office, Level 22, 500 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Join us for a K-12 Education User Group

Thursday, 2nd November 2023 | 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Fortinet Office
L22, 500 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

You are invited to the Fortinet K-12 Schools User Group Event.

Join us for an insightful and interactive gathering where K-12 Schools using Fortinet solutions can connect, learn, and collaborate.

Teaching with Tech
2023-11-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Camberwell Grammar, 55 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
This instalment of Teaching with Technology to be held at Camberwell Grammar School, has two main objectives:

Unpacking professional learning frameworks for scaling teacher capacity in the use of technology for learning.

Unveiling the VINE/Leon Furze collaboration on the use of GAI in K-12 school contexts.

The day also includes opportunities to network with peers doing similar work at other schools, get involved in panel sessions on the key themes of the day, and learn a few impactful ideas/techniques from Stuart Deane.
Agenda
Please register here!

CoET Term 4 Meeting
2023-11-17 08:00 - 13:00 | VIC

DigiCon 2023
2023-11-21 - 2023-11-22 | ACMI, Federation Square, Flinders St, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Unlocking the educational potential of video games and digital technologies

ACMI proudly presents DigiCon, the ultimate conference for education, technology, and gaming enthusiasts! DigiCon brings together the DLTV annual teacher conference, the Games for Change Asia Pacific festival, and ACMI’s Games in Education Teacher Summit.
This two-day event is dedicated to advancing and sharing innovative practical knowledge of using video games and emerging technologies in education, health, civics, and society. Be part of the movement advocating for the use of these technologies for the greater good.
DigiCon welcomes primary and secondary teachers, serious game developers, academics, and anyone passionate about implementing games and tech to bring positive change to our world. Don’t miss out on this transformative experience at DigiCon!

Fortinet K-12 Education Workshop
2024-01-17 - 2024-01-18 | Cliftons Freshwater Place, L18, 2 Southbank Blvd, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Australia
Join us for a 2-Day Education Workshop

17th – 18th January 2024 | 9am – 5pm
Cliftons – Freshwater Place
L18, 2 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006

The Fortinet Education Workshop is an interactive, beginner friendly solution-based workshop designed to educate participants on the value of the Fortinet solutions. No pre-requisites, no experience necessary.

This in-person 2-day workshop will introduce the Fortinet Security Fabric, and specific details about how Fortinet can help address the security concerns that education institutions need to be aware of. Followed by a hands-on lab activity that provides students with an opportunity to experience the Fortinet solution in action.

VINE Industry Event 2024
2024-02-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Scotch College, 1 Morrison St, Hawthorn, Victoria, 3122, Australia
VINE, along with our event sponsors Palo Alto Networks, is excited to invite you to join us at Scotch College for an enjoyable evening of socialising, networking, entertainment and the launch of the 2024 VINE Calendar including our new program!
This event will bring together member schools, current VINE sponsors, and industry vendors, offering a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals.
To ensure your evening is even more enjoyable, we will have special guest speaker John Silvester – Senior crime reporter for The Age and writer of Award winning Naked City column and appears on 3AW as crime commentator ‘Sly of the Underworld’. There will also be finger food, drinks, 4 x $250 door prizes and a monster raffle with amazing prizes and all proceeds going towards The Smith Family.
A school tour of Scotch College will also be available prior to the event!
Members – Please refer to your e-mail from admin@vine.vic.edu.au to register to attend.

Cyber Talent Burnout and the Human Impact
2024-02-28 15:30 - 16:30 | Webinar, Australia
Sophos and Tech Research Asia (TRA) have collaborated again to bring you the fourth edition of the Future of Cybersecurity in Asia Pacific and Japan report.
Based on a comprehensive study of 900 business decision makers across APJ, this report is different to previous years as it focuses primarily on cybersecurity burnout and fatigue and their impact on employees and the organisations in which they work. It includes revealing insights into regional and country-level statistics.
Join Tim Dillon, Founder & Director of Tech Research Asia (TRA) and Aaron Bugal, Sophos Field CTO as they share their insights on this topic covering:

The key issues shaping the cybersecurity environment for businesses in the coming 12 months.
The impact of data privacy and cybersecurity breach legislation on driving higher levels of cybersecurity understanding at board and senior leadership levels.
The secret to having an effective incident response plan.
The factors leading to burnout and fatigue and how companies can help address this issue.

Fighting Ransomware - A Deep Dive into the Changing Ransomware Landscape in 2024
2024-03-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Webinar, Australia
Ransomware attacks, encrypting data for ransom, have surged into a $1 billion industry. Sophos’ CryptoGuard technology identified a 62% YoY increase in intentional remote encryption attacks last year.
In remote encryption attacks, adversaries leverage a compromised and often under protected endpoint to encrypt data on protected devices connected to the same network.
Join Sophos’ Vice President of Threat Intelligence and leading anti-ransomware expert – Mark Loman – for an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and challenges of ransomware and gain valuable insights into securing your systems against remote attacks. Mark will share his expertise, backed by Sophos’s industry-leading knowledge.

Talking Tech
2024-04-10 09:15 - 15:30 | Melbourne High, Forrest Hill, South Yarra, Victoria, 3141, Australia
The VINE Talking Tech event is an opportunity for all education ICT System Admins, Technicians and support staff to be released from your dungeons, and come together for some networking, hear from some great guest speakers, tour a school, chat to like-minded people and peers focusing on a more technical level across a range of topics, as well as some great coffee and food. The VINE AGM will also be held during the day, where we will hear about some changes to the VINE Committee and how you may like to nominate to join the VINE Committee. Stay to the end for your chance to win some cool door prizes, and maybe even make a few new friends. Hope to see you there!
Agenda
Register here

ICT Strategy in Education: Drive innovation and get the buy-in of key stakeholders
2024-04-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Online link available after registration
Schools must keep up with the evolving landscape of new technologies while addressing the operational needs of the institutions.
Join Jo Fursternberg, Matt Henrich, and Kieran Bailey as they share their experience in leading ICT Strategies in schools. During this webinar, they will dive into how to go from ICT strategy to an actionable plan that has the support of the school board, teachers, and parents, while making a measurable impact.
In this webinar, we will cover:

Defining and measuring ICT maturity and success
Prioritising, identifying opportunities of innovation while balancing risks.
Winning the support of key stakeholders, parents and students.
Finding the balance between innovation and day-to-day operational responsibilities
What exciting developments can we expect for the future of education?

2024 Technology Showcase
2024-04-23 09:30 - 17:00 | St Michael’s Grammar School, 25 Chapel Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182, Australia
The VINE Technology Showcase is back for 2024.
Vendor talks, hands-on product showcase, prizes galore and drinks to round out the day! The showcase will be held face-to-face at a new venue, St Michael’s Grammar School, 25 Chapel Street, St Kilda.
Agenda

Time
Activity

9.30 am – 10.00 am
Registration

10.00 am – 10.10 am
Welcome

10.10 am – 10.30 am
St Michaels

10.30 am – 10.45 am
MyCISO

10.45 am – 11:00 am
Lenovo

11:00 am – 11:15 am
STM

11.15 am – 11.45 am
Morning Tea

11.45 am – 12.00 pm
HP

12.00 pm – 12.15 pm
Novo 3/Arctic Wolf

12.15 pm – 12.30 pm
Microsoft

12.30 pm – 12.45 pm
CompNow

12.45 pm – 1.00 pm
CTRL

1.00 pm – 1.15 pm
PC Locs

1.15 pm – 2.00 pm
Lunch

2.00 pm – 2.15 pm
Acer

2.15 pm – 2.30 pm
Empyrean

2.30 pm – 2.45 pm
Edsmart

2.45 pm – 3.00 pm
Apple

3.00 pm – 3.15 pm
Fortinet

3:15 pm – 3:30 pm
Centorrino

3.30 pm – 3.45 pm
Afternoon Break

3.45 pm – 4.00 pm
Sentral

4.00 pm – 4.15 pm
Dell

4.15 pm – 4.30 pm
Edunet

4.30 pm – 4.45 pm
Pixevety

4.45 pm – 5.00 pm
Wrap up and prizes

5.00 pm – 6.30 pm
drinks and nibbles!

Please Register to attend here!

Edunet's Education Tech Expo
2024-04-26 10:00 - 14:30 | Nossal High School, 40 Sir Gustav Nossal Bvd, Berwick, 3806, Australia
The 2024 Edunet Technology Expo is an event that showcases the future of education technology, offering attendees the opportunity to explore new hardware and software solutions, and network with other educational leaders.

Designed for IT Leaders, School Leadership, and Business Managers, it aims to enhance student engagement, foster creativity, and improve academic performance through the latest ed-tech resources. The Expo features expert talks, demonstrations, and opportunities to compare ed-tech trends, making it a must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in educational technology.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the latest ed-tech trends and compare the available options. Register now and get ready to be inspired!

Event Highlights:

Date: Friday 26th April 2024
Location: Nossal High School, Berwick VIC
Features: Expert talks, interactive demonstrations, networking opportunities, and more.

P.S. Don’t miss out on the giveaways, lunch and the free coffee cart

Pub Meetup with Gary Stager
2024-05-06 19:00 - 23:30 | Mitre Tavern, 5 Bank Place, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Gary Stager is back in Melbourne and would love to meetup with any educators interested in knocking back a cold stubby or partaking in a parma Monday, 6 May from 7 PM at the historic Mitre Tavern in the CBD. If you’re never been to the Mitre Tavern before, it’s a hidden gem in the middle of the city.
You may learn more about Gary Stager here.

In order to help the pub reserve space, please use this link to “grab a free ticket” and indicate that you plan to join us. Bring a colleague! The more the merrier.

SISapolooza – Student Management Showcase - EVENT FULLY BOOKED
2024-05-23 09:30 - 17:00 | Trinity Grammar School, 40 Charles St, Kew, Victoria, 3101, Australia
The Victorian ICT Network for Education (VINE) and Association of School Bursars and Administrators (ASBA VIC) are pleased to present an opportunity for schools to:
Explore the Future of School Management Systems
You can look forward to a great day with an opening keynote from Mike Parker to set the scene and then each vendor will present their solution covering features, road maps and school case studies with an opportunity for Q&A.
Vendors include Atturra*, Compass, Scyne*, Sentral, Synergetic, TASS & Veracross (*Microsoft Dynamics)
EVENT FULLY BOOKED
