DECEMBER 2018 2 9 It has been a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding year for members of the VIC/TAS Chapter. It was wonderful to see more than 120 members attend the International Conference in Auckland. Those who attended were treated to an extraordinary array of wonderful speakers, networking opportunities and social interaction. We were so pleased to see more than 80 members attend the Wednesday night cocktail event held at the Bluestone Room. What a way to meet new members and catch up with old friends. As well as the International Conference, this year has brought with it many highlights; . . A record number of sponsors, despite it being a non- State Conference year. Thank you to our sponsors. . . A wonderful Regional SIG at Loreto Ballarat covering four pillars led by Judy-Ann Quilliam. . . A thoroughly informative session on the mentoring program being conducted at Monash University attended by 30 members. . . A great event covering all aspects of LinkedIn held at Carey Grammar and attended by over 60 members. In 2019 we look forward to our extremely popular State Conference to be held on Monday 24th and Tuesday 25th June. The Conference will include a range of practical presentations, including those who were selected as award finalists at the recent International Conference. The State Conference will also feature interactive sessions, similar to SIG’s where delegates can learn from each other rather than just one presenter. Additionally, stay tuned for the early 2019 announcement of two remarkable individuals who will be our keynote speakers . Next year will also feature another Regional SIG, another opportunity to meet all of our sponsors early in the year and further “Open” mornings at schools that you may not have had the opportunity to view first hand. A special thanks to our Committee members for such a productive year. Thank you Maria Mercuri, Laura Maasburg, Adam Liddiard, Laura Bird, Judy-Ann Quilliam, Michelle McKay, Karen Whitten, Di Lacey and Rosie Nelson for your support. We continue to try to push the boundaries and make your membership valuable, relevant and productive. Please contact me russelldavidson@haileybury.vic.edu.au if you are interested in joining the Committee, wish to speak at the Conference or if you have ideas that can assist our members. I would be very keen to hear from you. RUSSELL DAVIDSON F.EDPLUS VIC/TAS CHAPTER PRESIDENT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS HAILEYBURY COLLEGE VIC/TAS Chapter News Above L-R: International Conference welcome drinks; Woodleigh School showcase their latest Marketing Campaign at Conference ‘Breakfast Blitz’; VIC/TAS members networking at International Conference drinks. Below L-R: VIC/TAS committee member Judy- Ann Quillam presenting at International Conference; VIC/TAS members enjoying Conference Gala evening.