VINE Calendar

Fortinet K-12 FortiOS Workshop
2024-10-02 - 2024-10-03 | 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.

MIGW24 Games Education Symposium
2024-10-03 - 2024-10-04
Designed for Secondary and Tertiary students, educators, careers advisors, games studios and industry to come together to explore the most topical issues and exciting opportunities impacting games, education and careers of the future. Be part of the conversation to unpack career challenges, understand opportunities, explore innovative thinking, and consider unique pathways to accelerate industry possibilities.
Join us for this free two-day symposium dedicated to games and education hosted across 2 iconic Melbourne venues.

Government schools: Q&A School Saving Bonus & Campion Webinar
2024-10-16 14:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar, Australia
At Campion we want to make sure school resource ordering is easy for families and as admin-light for schools as possible. Please join us for a Q&A session on School Saving Bonus and how we see it working with Campion.

What we know
Using SSB with Campion for online ordering
Using SSB for Campion for in-store ordering
School, Campion & SSB – how it will work

We will discuss what we know about SSB and then open for a Q&A, with a goal to share knowledge.

Non-Government schools: Q&A School Saving Bonus, Cost of Living Support & Campion Webinar
2024-10-17 14:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar, Australia
Given the cost of living crunch, at Campion we want to make sure back-to-school is easy for families. Please join us for a Q&A session on School Saving Bonus and cost of living initiatives:

SSB for non-government schools – what we know
School, Campion & SSB – how it will work
Cost of living initiatives for families needing support
Q&A / knowledge share

2024 Security Conference
2024-10-24 09:30 - 2024-10-25 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Panorama Retreat & Resort (formally Country Place), 180 Olinda Creek Road, Kalorama, Victoria, 3766, Australia
VINE Security 2-Day Event
October 24th/25th, 2024
Panorama Retreat & Resort, Kalorama
VINE is proud to partner with Gold Security Sponsor, Centorrino Technologies and Partner Security Sponsor, HPE Aruba Networks to announce VINE’s security 2-Day Event for schools on 24 and 25 October, being held at Panorama Retreat and Resort. Based on feedback from our members, many have expressed interest in attending for just one or both days, or without accommodation. In response, VINE has restructured the conference to make more accessible to our members and will run as two separate days. Under this new format, attendance for day visitors will be free.
We are pleased to offer the following options:

Attend Day 1 only (free of charge)
Attend Day 2 only (free of charge)
Attend Day 1 & Day 2 no accommodation required (free of charge)
Attend Day 1 & Day 2 with Drinks/Dinner/Accommodation @ discounted $275 per person

To register, please indicate on the FORM which option you will be attending. As spaces are limited, we kindly request that you RSVP only if you are certain to attend, no later than Tuesday, 15th October.
Security Conference Agenda
Day 1: Thursday 24th October

9.30
Arrival and check in

10.00
Session 1: Cybersecurity Frameworks and Assessments – Security ISS

11.00
Morning Tea & Networking activity

11.30
Session 2: When you trust your security controls but they fail you – Spartan Security

12.30
Lunch

1.30
Session 3: Panel – Cyber Incident – Lessons Learned – Adam Centorrino

2.30
Session 4: Policy and Compliance – NetStrategy

3.30
Session 5: Cyber Insurance and War Stories – Triskele Labs

5.30
Drinks

6.30
Dinner

Day 2: Friday 25th October

9.00
Arrival and check in

9.30
Session 6: Network and Perimeter Security – HPE Aruba

10.30
Morning Tea

11.00
Session 7: Workshop: Securing your MS365 tenant – Melbourne High School – Lachlan Gilbert and Kuldeep Rajput

12.00
Session 8: Training and Simulation

1.00
Lunch

2.00
Session 9: A view from the CIO Craig Wishart KPMG

3.30
Session 10: Real-World Insights and Future Trends – Cisco/MWTG

4.30
Wrap Up

Digital Innovation and Educational Futures
2024-10-29 09:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Latrobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia
The VINE Teaching & Learning sub-committee invite you to Digital Innovation and Educational Futures professional learning event on Tuesday 29 October 2024. Host at the Digital Innovation Hub at @La Trobe University, it’s an opportunity for educators and ICT leaders to come together to share and explore technological opportunities to support students redefine their futures.
Presentations include David Kellermann (highly requested follow up to his VINE presentation in 2022), Steve Brophy and students from Ivanhoe Grammar School bringing to life their partnership with La Trobe University, and opportunities for attendees (YOU) to share ideas via 7-minute Teach Meet style presentations or by leading a 30-minute interactive breakout workshop.
Spots are limited! Free for VINE members and member schools. Click here to register now.
With support from our 2024-25 Teaching and Learning Sponsors: Cisco (Platinum), Sentral (Gold), Pixevety (Partner) and Xuno (Streaming).

Fortinet Threat Hunting Workshop
2024-10-29 12:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Fortress Melbourne, Shop 25/23 Caledonian Ln, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Threat Hunting using MITRE ATT&CK™ TTPs to Identify Adversarial Behaviors
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, many breaches go undetected by traditional security measures that purely hunt for threats based on IOCs such as hashes, IPs and domains. To effectively address this challenge, organisations need to adopt a proactive approach that involves hunting for threats based on the Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) that threat actors use.
The Threat hunting challenge is set up with several exercises set around the technical goals the adversary is trying to achieve (ATT&CK™ Tactics), for example, Initial Access, Persistence, Privilege Escalation, Command and Control. Participants will be asked to detect any techniques being used by an adversary to achieve these goals.
Attendees will learn:
• What is the MITRE ATT&CK framework and how it can be used
• What are the TTPs that the threat Actor uses to carry out a breach
• How to use FortiEDR Threat Hunting capabilities to uncover threats on the network
• How to use FortiSIEM analytics to discover attacker behaviour based on attack techniques
• How to use FortiDecepter to find attacker activity and shorten attacker dwell time

Nueva Presents: Cyberscape 2024
2024-10-30 09:15 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia
Securing the Future: Building a Resilient Digital Strategy
We are thrilled to have Todd Nightingale, CEO of Fastly, sharing his insights on the future of cybersecurity, alongside Markus Wagner, CIO of AFLW, who will dive deep into leadership and success in the tech world. This is an event packed with invaluable perspectives that you won’t want to miss!
Join us for a day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and expert-led sessions on the latest cyber threats and solutions. Discover how to safeguard your organisation in today’s complex digital landscape.

Topics of discussion include:

Creating a Cybersecurity Culture (Cybersecurity leadership and governance, Human-Centric cybersecurity, Developing cybersecurity talent)
Incident Response and Recovery (Crisis Simulation/Tabletop exercises, Securing the supply chain, Building a resilient cybersecurity framework)
The Future of Cybersecurity (Zero trust architecture: Redefining Security, Data privacy and protection)
Navigating the Cyber Threat Landscape (Ai and Machine learning in cybersecurity, Cybersecurity compliance and regulatory challenges, Cybersecurity in the cloud)

AI-Powered Wellbeing (Practical PD to boost wellness in Australian schools)
2024-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
Can artificial intelligence truly have a positive impact on our wellbeing? If you think AI is all about tech and automation… think again!
AI has the power to lighten your workload, reduce stress, and support healthier habits.
At AI-Powered Wellbeing, you’ll join Meg Durham and Dr Nici Sweaney to discover how new technologies are transforming the way educators approach their own wellbeing. You’ll also get a sneak peek into Toddle’s new innovation—the Student Wellbeing and Pastoral Care module—a user-friendly tool designed to streamline school-wide wellbeing initiatives.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to adopt a more balanced, thoughtful approach to your daily routine!

Building Cyber Resilience: The Essential Eight Approach
2024-11-07 13:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
Join us for a virtual workshop where we’ll explore practical strategies and actionable insights to fortify your networks, build robust cybersecurity strategies, and implement effective cybersecurity frameworks.
This workshop will cover:

Mastering the Essential Eight framework
Techniques used by cybercriminals, particularly ransomware attackers, using real-world examples.
Implementing effective security controls such as multi-factor authentication, patching, and robust backup strategies.
Measuring and improving your security posture with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
The human element of cybersecurity.

Speaker: Cornelius Mare, vCISO @ Fortinet

Discover the Future of Classroom Learning with Promethean Panels
2024-11-13 12:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park, 38 Dalmore Drive, Scoresby, VIC, 3179, Australia
Join us for an exclusive lunch-and-learn event on Wednesday, 13th November from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm to explore the latest interactive panels from Promethean, including the V9 and LX series.
Designed for school leaders and IT professionals, this event offers a deep dive into how these innovative panels can transform classroom learning and enhance student engagement.
Enjoy a presentation showcasing key features and benefits, followed by a hands-on experience with the panels, giving you the chance to see the technology in action.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your school’s learning environment!

Novo3 presents AI (Aruba Innovation) in Networking 2024
2024-11-14 15:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Dexus Place, North Tower, Level 6/80 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Novo3 and HPE Aruba Networking are excited to invite you to an exclusive event designed specifically for education leaders and IT professionals. Learn how Aruba’s latest innovations are shaping the future of educational networks, improving security, performance, and management through AI driven solutions.
This event will cover the latest advancements at HPE Aruba Networking, and how you can optimise network management and security for schools. Our experts will provide insights and updates into why Aruba is a leader in the education space, and how you can leverage our technology to improve your schools’ infrastructures.
Event details
The information sessions will commence at Dexus Place.
North Tower, Level 6/80 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Thursday 14 November
3:00pm – 5:30pm
Please join us after for social food and drinks at The Duke of Wellington.
2/146 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Meet at the Rooftop Bar from 5:30pm onwards.
What to expect
Session 1: What does the future hold for HPE Aruba Networking?

The latest company news from HPE Aruba Networking.

How HPE Aruba Networking supports Australia’s EDU sector.

The Top 3 key concepts to come out of HPE Discover Las Vegas 2024.

Session 2: How is Aruba leveraging innovation to drive education solutions?

Why Aruba Central? Supercharge your network with expanded AI, upgraded security, and unrivalled connectivity through a refreshed user interface.

Strengthen your network defences with Aruba’s Alphabet Soup: ZTNA + SWG + CASB + SSE + SD-WAN = SASE (Secure Access Service Edge).

What’s new in the zoo? Updates to the Aruba portfolio of software and wired and wireless network hardware. ClearPass, CX switching and WiFi7.

Guest speakers
Hear from industry professionals Sydney Ediriweera, a well-versed IT sales professional with over 30 years of experience, as well as Johnny Vo, Partner Systems Engineer specialising in enablement and solution selling.

REGISTER HERE

Compass Webinar: How to better manage student information in the Cloud
2024-11-20 13:30 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar, Australia
We’re inviting you to join our webinar, Switching for Success: How to better manage student information in the Cloud, as you consider an alternative solution to your legacy systems.

20 November at 1.30pm AEDT
Click here to register

In this webinar, you’ll get an up-to-date look at our powerful platform, including our intelligent data management features, and hear how we can guide you through a smooth and gradual transition to Compass.

In an impactful 90 minutes our team will cover:

Our ecosystem and integrations with your existing system
Our holistic data structure for a complete view of your students
How you can improve parent engagement and user experience
How we guide you through effective change management
Our personalised approach to onboarding and implementation
Our roadmap and future enhancements for independent schools
A dedicated Q&A session to address all your questions

Register now to learn how you can make a smarter decision for a successful switch.
Can’t attend live? Register anyway to watch on-demand.

EduXchange Conference
2024-11-25 16:00 - 2024-11-29 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
All of your favourite PD providers… all in ONE place!?
5-day virtual event, 25+ giveaway prizes, 10+ PD providers
Get your FREE pass today for the EduXchange Conference: A virtual PD expo for sharing, learning, and leading in Australian schools.
Engage in free, practical sessions with Cool.org, Next Learning, PESA, The Wellbeing Distillery, Think Forward Educators, Dr Simon Breakspear, Seven Steps to Writing Success, Pivot Professional Learning, PWRD Leadership, The Next Word & ClickView
Mark your calendar: 25-29th November, 2024 | Daily at 4:00 pm AEDT
Join us live and earn your CPD certificate. Can’t make it? Register anyway and you’ll receive the recordings after the event!
Let’s close out the school year with a bang! 🎇

FortiGuard Labs - Looking to 2025: Navigating Increasingly Dangerous Cyber Seas
2024-12-04 13:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online, Online
In this special end of the year webinar, join three panelist from the FortiGuard Labs team – Aamir Lakhani, Jonas Walker and Glenn Maiden to assess the current state of cyber security.
The team will discuss trends in the threat landscape including rapid weaponisation and the use of AI. The changes in cybercriminal attack behaviour and the rise of Nation State threats – including cyber-attacks and cyber enabled attacks.
During the webinar, we’ll cover:

Cyber predictions in 2025 and beyond
Key threat trends across industries and APAC
Cyber tactics & techniques of cyber adversaries to look out for
Cyber security best practices to adopt

Can’t attend? Register anyway to receive the recording and watch it at your convenience.

Toddle Demo Day: AI Tutors
2024-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
We’re excited to invite you to Demo Day 3.0 as we unveil AI Tutors on Toddle.
Come see how the all-new AI Tutors on Toddle can make learning more personalised and immersive than ever before.
Imagine:

Engaging 25 learners in 25 different ways with only a few minutes of prep.
Designing deeply immersive learning experiences—like practicing probability through a game of Battleship or debating Hamlet’s dilemma with Shakespearean characters.
Gaining clarity on exactly how to better support each student at a glance.

Join us on December 5 to see how AI Tutors make this possible!

FORTINET APAC DEMO DAY
2025-02-06 13:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
In today’s world of sophisticated ransomware, AI-driven campaigns, and determined threat actors, overcoming these Security Operations hurdles is key to minimizing your risk of cyber breach. A centralized approach and maturity pathway to advanced threat detection, investigation, and response is crucial.
Join us to learn how Fortinet SOC Platform solutions deliver a unified threat response to meet the evolving needs of any organization while providing a seamless pathway toward increasing levels of security maturity. From the small IT/Security team looking for a turnkey Fortinet-focused solution to a dedicated SOC team ready for the full power of SIEM and SOAR. Fortinet SOC Platform suite is designed to meet your needs today and tomorrow.
Key takeaways:

Detect and Respond in Seconds with centralized visibility and automated incident management
Optimize Operations with AI-driven Automation for rapid results across analyst activities

AGENDA

Thursday, February 6, 2025

1:00PM AEDT / 3:00PM NZDT

Welcome Message and Security Operations at the Speed of AI
1:00 PM – 1:15 PM
AEDT

Demo 1 – Accelerate Network Threat Detection & Response with FortiEDR, FortiDeceptor & FortiSOAR
1:15 PM – 1:30 PM
AEDT

Demo 2 – Threat Detection at Cloud Speed with FortiCNAPP & FortiSOAR
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
AEDT

Demo 3 – AI- Driven Data Protection & Insider Risk Management with FortiDLP
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
AEDT

Register here: <https://events.fortinet.com/secops_demoday/7527729?i=1rkU5W1m22zz_Ujza2bBjGegbks0G3E4>

AISNSW Cyber Security Symposium 2025
2025-02-21 08:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Google Sydney, One Darling Island, One Darling Island Road, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009, Australia
Empowering Schools for Cyber Resilience
Our 2025 Cyber Security Symposium is just around the corner and I’m very excited about the line up of sessions and speakers: Explore Program
Seats are limited and time is running out, don’t miss out on this vital opportunity—register today! Register Now
This is your chance to elevate your school’s cyber resilience and connect with leaders from schools and industry. Learn how to safeguard your school’s digital future!
Register now to attend either in person or participate live online
Google Sydney One Darling Island, One Darling Island Road, Pyrmont and online!

School Leaders Meetup: Brisbane
2025-02-28 08:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Star Brisbane, 33 William St, Brisbane City, QLD, 4000, Australia
Great things happen when bright minds meet.
We had over 500 school leaders at our previous meetups this past year, and the feedback was incredible.
That’s why we’re excited to kickstart 2025 with yet another edition of the School Leaders Meetup at The Star Brisbane.
Join Nicole Dyson, Amy Green, and 200+ forward-thinking leaders like yourself for a day of fresh perspectives on where education is heading.
Together, we’ll learn about:

Driving innovation in Australian schools
Leading a culture that prioritises wellbeing
Understanding applications of generative AI

Date & time: Friday, 28th of February, 2025 | 8:30 – 17:00 AEST
Location: The Star Brisbane
Get your free seat: https://hubs.li/Q02XTWdF0

Australian Privacy Act Changes: What Businesses Need to Know
2025-03-06 13:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | VIRTUAL EVENT, Australia
Recent changes to the Australian Privacy Act introduce significant new requirements for businesses. Are you prepared?
This webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate these changes confidently:
Compliance Deep Dive: We’ll break down the updated Act’s requirements, including data handling, privacy policies, and breach response.
Enforcement & Infringement Notices: Learn about the new enforcement mechanisms and how to avoid costly penalties.
Real-World Strategies for Businesses: Discover practical strategies to implement the necessary changes and ensure ongoing compliance.
Reserve your place now. Stay ahead of the curve and protect your business.

Compliance Deep Dive
1:10 PM – 1:30 PM

Welcome Message
1:00 PM – 1:10 PM

Enforcement & Infringement Notices
1:30 PM – 1:50 PM

Real-World Strategies for Businesses
1:50 PM – 2:00 PM

2025 VINE Launch Event
2025-03-06 17:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Scotch College, 1 Morrison St, Hawthorn, Victoria, 3122, Australia
We are delighted to invite all VINE Member schools to the annual 2025 VINE Industry Launch Event, taking place on Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 5:00-8:00PM at Scotch College, 1 Morrison Street, Hawthorn.
This exciting event will bring together VINE member schools, sponsors, and industry vendors in a relaxed and social atmosphere. Enjoy fantastic food, drinks, and the chance to win some incredible prizes!
Please confirm your attendance by registering at the link e-mailed to you by Monday, February 24, 2025. If you are not a VINE member and would like to become one, please join us at https://vine.vic.edu.au/join-us.

Cisco Security Assessment Workshop
2025-03-20 10:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | level 11, 101 Collins Street Melbourne, level 11, 101 Collins Street Melbourne, melbourne, victoria, 3000, Australia
Atturra and Cisco invite you to a Security Resilience Assessment Workshop from 10am to 2pm on Thursday 20th March. Lunch will also be provided at the Cisco office in Melbourne, level 11, 101 Collins Street Melbourne.
During the workshop, attendees will engage in a guided self-assessment of their security capabilities, providing a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth view of your current security posture. Each attendee will be given a comprehensive capability heatmap and details, providing valuable insights into your strengths and areas for improvement across crucial security pillars.
You’ll leave with a clear, actionable understanding of how your organisation measures up, with tailored insights shared confidentially with each attendee.
Security assessments are essential for measuring cybersecurity maturity. They help prioritise projects and set milestones by evaluating capabilities, technology, and risk management. Typically, they focus on specific programs or projects rather than covering the full threat landscape.
This workshop will evaluate your security posture across four critical pillars:

Zero Trust
Security Infrastructure
eXtended Detection and Response (XDR), and
Security Operations to leverage an updated CISA Zero Trust Model.

During the assessment workshop, we will use tools to learn security resilience with zero-trust capabilities, help assess your environment and analyse your roadmap for capabilities.

EdTALK
2025-03-25 17:30 - 2025-03-27 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
EdTalk is a new webinar series designed to equip school leaders with the insights and strategies needed to navigate the rapidly evolving education landscape. In this three-part series, industry experts will explore how AI, data architecture and a connected ecosystem can drive better learning outcomes, improve administrative efficiency, and future-proof schools.
Each session offers practical, actionable takeaways that can be implemented immediately, helping school leaders make informed decisions in an increasingly digital world. With education technology advancing at an unprecedented pace, EdTalk provides a valuable opportunity to stay ahead, connect with thought leaders, and gain the knowledge needed to lead with confidence.
Held at 5:30-6:00 pm Mar 25 – 27
Presenters include:
EdTalk 1: Aleesha Bailey – Modernise your finance systems with cloud accounting and a connected ecosystem
EdTalk 2: Matthew Esterman – AI for school leaders – Leading and managing schools in the age of AI
EdTalk 3: Ant Mawer – Designing a modern information architecture for your school

ANZ Google Admin Security Workshop - Hosted by Edunet
2025-03-28 09:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Google Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Are you ready to become a Google Guardian?
We have heard from education leaders, admins and system leads who want some help to understand how to effectively manage their school Google account.
In this day long workshop you will learn how to manage your School’s Google account.
If you are the person who manages the admin console or you want to understand what can be done to effectively manage your school account then this is the workshop for you.
This training will empower you with the skills and knowledge to protect your school’s digital world.
The workshop will be facilitated both in person and online at the same time.
You will learn how to

safeguard your data,
outsmart cyber threats,
navigate the online landscape with confidence.

Get up-skilled and protect your school community, join the security superstars and work towards getting certified
Once you register the session link will be shared with you as well as the physical location
Sessions will run in Sydney on March 27th and Melbourne on March 28th

Next DC Data Centre Tour M2 Tullamarine
2025-03-28 11:00 - 13:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Next DC Data centre M2 Tullamarine, 75 Sharps rd tullamarine, melbourne, victoria, 3043, Australia
Atturra are running a tour of our amazing Next DC M2 Data Centre in Tullamarine along with a sit down lunch and a presentation on where we are at with our Synergetic replacement “Scholarion” explaining how Brisbane Grammar has progressed with rolling out 4 of the 12 apps within the Scholarian package.
11-12pm Tour of M2 Data Centre
12-12:30 Presentation on Scholarion SIS package
12:30-1:30 Sit down lunch provided

Talking Tech and AGM
2025-04-08 09:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Fortress Melbourne, Shop 25/23 Caledonian Ln, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Please find agenda below. The event will be held at Fortress.

9.00am
Registration & Coffee & Casual Gaming

9.30am
Welcome to VINE Tech Talk

9.50am
Sponsor Spotlight

10.00am
ESports in schools –
Australian Esports League (AEL) will be presenting, along with one of the schools they work with, about how to run Esports in your school.
Presenters from AEL
“Sarah Jae is a Director at the Australian Esports League, with nearly 8 years of experience in the esports industry, and is dedicated to empowering schools to engage with and thrive in the world of esports”
“Darren Kwan is the CEO of the Australian Esports League and President of Esports Australia, with nearly 15 years of experience in running esports, and is dedicated to building the esports infrastructure across Australia in preparation for the Esports Olympics in 2027”

11.00am
Morning Tea & Casual Gaming

11.30am
Network Optimisation and Tuning
Tips on getting the best performance out of our networks for different use case such as video streaming and gaming.

12.00pm
Network segmentation
How should we be configuring separation on our networks to maximise security and performance?

12.30pm
Lunch

1.30pm
VINE AGM

1.50pm
Monitoring and Alerting
What should we be monitoring, and how? Hear from some experts on products, practices, and solutions!

2.30pm
Teams Calling group discussion
Hear from a school who has recently implemented Teams Calling. Ask questions, contribute your own experiences to learn from each other.

3.00pm
Esports Area attendee gaming comp – Fortress Melbourne eSports Arena

Join us for a Group Competition with 10 players at a time are competing to win on the big stage! It’s going to be an absolute blast with exciting challenges and great team spirit. Don’t miss out on the fun!

4.00pm
Day close & VINE door prize giveaway

Agenda subject to changes
Please see your VINE E-mail with your link to register. If you would like to register and are not a VINE member, please Join Us @ https://vine.vic.edu.au/join-us

NovoCon25 - Technology in the Fast Lane
2025-05-08 10:00 - 2025-05-09 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | RACV Goldfields, 1500 Midland Highway, Creswick, VIC, 3363, Australia
Tickets are now available for the Novo3 Education Conference, NovoCon25. This year’s theme, “Technology in the Fast Lane,” promises to explore the rapid advancements in educational technology and their transformative impact on learning environments.
Where and When? Taking place in Creswick on 8 and 9 May 2025, we’ll start the conference with a visit to Ballarat Grammar School and then travel to the RACV Goldfields Resort to enjoy an exciting agenda of presentations, networking opportunities, vendor engagement and entertainment.
Why Attend? NovoCon25 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 NovoCon25.
How Much? A ticket to the inaugural Novo3 Education Conference is just $300 ex GST, which includes the full conference experience, accommodation and food. After completing the booking form, an invoice will be sent to you for payment.
Find Out More. Visit the NovoCon25 website and find out more about the Conference and Speakers.
We look forward to welcoming you to NovoCon25 and exploring the future of education together.
The Novo3 Team

‘Can schools achieve informed consent with digital technology?’ - a Digital Child x ACMI seminar
2025-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACMI, Federation Square, Flinders St, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Australian schools are now bursting with digital technologies. Digital platforms are used to enrol students, deliver learning content, and communicate with parents, and there is increasing use of facial recognition technologies and other ‘smart’ devices in classrooms.
This is indicative of the growing digitalisation of schools and society, but it introduces a range of questions and concerns. How can schools inform their community about the technologies that are being used? Can schools and education authorities access the personal information the technologies need to work?
On the one hand schools are responsible for educating students about using digital technologies, but on the other hand they must protect students’ and teachers’ digital privacy. How can schools achieve this balance, while ensuring that parents are not overwhelmed? What information, knowledge and understanding is necessary to achieve informed consent? – especially when data processing is often opaque and hidden from view.
In this panel discussion, we will discuss these competing tensions and ask with increasing demands for digitalisation, is it possible for schools to actually achieve informed consent?
Note: this event is in person and also online. If you select online attendance, you will be sent the webinar link closer to the event date.
Please join us immediately after the seminar for canapes and drinks, and the opportunity to chat to our panellists.
OUR PANELLISTS
Duane Cox, Chief Innovation Officer, Schoolbox
Duane brings forth a rich background in education, accumulating over a decade of experience as both an educator and a leader in educational technology. Duane has played pivotal roles in guiding and assisting customers through diverse phases of their educational technology journey for more than 10 years. With an educational leadership background and an understanding of various educational technology platforms, Duane is at the forefront of driving research in educational innovation.
Associate Professor Anna Bunn, Dean of Learning & Teaching (Faculty of Business & Law), Curtin University
Anna Bunn works with educators and school students to increase understanding of legal rights and issues in relation to the use of technology. Anna has written on the impact of technology on children’s development and their rights and has analysed some of the regulatory frameworks governing the use of children’s data. Coming from a legal background, but having researched children’s issues and rights, Anna brings both a legal and a child right’s focus to the Digital Child and aims to demonstrate how adequate regulation of technology is able both to protect and to empower children.
Simon Elvery, Parent and Journalist, ABC
Simon Elvery is a Brisbane based journalist and developer at ABC News Story Lab. His reporting focuses on technology and its effects on our lives with a particular focus on algorithmic decision-making and privacy. He is a parent of two primary schoolers.
Koren Irving, School Leader, St Joseph’s College, Geelong
With 20 years of experience in education across government, independent, and Catholic sectors in Geelong and Melbourne, Koren brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this seminar. Her career spans 15 years in primary education, where she has served both as a classroom teacher and a specialist, and five years in secondary education. Koren has held various leadership roles, including eLearning Leading Teacher, Science and Technology Coordinator, Teacher Librarian, and currently, Innovative Learning Coordinator (Technology). She is passionate about leveraging innovative technology to enhance learning experiences.
EVENT CONVENER:
Associate Professor Luci Pangrazio
Associate Professor Luci Pangrazio is an expert in datafication, young people’s digital and data literacies, and digital cultures. Her role as Chief Investigator in the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child focusses on the datafication of young children’s technology use – what data are being collected, how it’s being used, and the implications.
Luci’s passion and interest in data is reflected in her extensive research experience and publications. She is currently Chief Investigator on an ARC Discovery Project examining the use of digital data in schools and ways to improve its capture and use. As an Alfred Deakin Postdoctoral Fellow, Luci is also working on a project to investigate new ways to understand digital data. Luci recently led a project with the Universidad de ORT (Uruguay) to design an app to develop children’s data literacies. In 2019, Luci’s book on young people’s literacies in the digital age was published by Routledge.

Security and AI
2025-06-11 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Urban Alley Brewery (12 Star Circus, Docklands), 12 Star Circus, Docklands, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Join Data#3 and Cisco in Adelaide, Brisbane, or Melbourne*, for a unique VR-powered security event, explore the AI threat landscape and how Cisco AI Defense helps secure your organisation’s future.
What to expect: AI is not only transforming business, it’s also transforming risk. From model backdoors to data extraction attacks, the new AI threat landscape demands a new kind of defence.
Join us at a Zero Latency VR venue near you for this interactive event where you’ll:

Hear the latest insights from Cisco’s AI Threat Report 2025
Learn about Cisco AI Defense, a powerful new solution to secure AI at scale
Put your reflexes to the test in the immersive Space Marine VR experience
Network with peers and security specialists

Register

VINE 2025 Technology Showcase
2025-06-13 | Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak, 10 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak, VIC, 3142, Australia
Agenda: This year we have device vendors showing their product lines for 2025/2026 alongside Learning Management System (LMS) vendors. LMS vendors have been specifically asked to explain how their system handles the assessment workflow from the teacher, student and parent perspective. This will provide showcase attendees with a consistent comparison point to review products. There will also be an expo space where attendees can interact with vendors and one another over break periods and we’ll have the usual prize draws to round out the day – you have to be in the room to win!

June 13 is a student-free day at Loreto Toorak and as such there will be ample on site parking for those attending. There is also easy access to the school via train and tram.

Microsoft Surface
SchoolBox (LMS)
Sentral
Centorrino Technologies
SEQTA (LMS)
Morning Tea
Apple
Toddle (LMS)
HP
Cisco
Compass (LMS)
Atturra
Lunch
Lenovo
Compnow
Dynabook
Microsoft Teams as an LMS (presented by Using Technology Better)
Edunet
STM
Canvas (LMS) Just Added!
Wrap and prizes
Drinks

Register Now for the VINE 2025 Technology Showcase

When: Friday, June 13 2025. 9:30am to 4:00pm
Where: Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak
Address: 10 Mandeville Cres, Toorak VIC 3142
Parking: Free onsite parking.
Public Transport: There are also good public transport options:
Train: Toorak Station is on the Frankston Line and is 400m from the school reception.
Tram: Route 72 (Camberwell/Melbourne Uni), stop 38
