Upcoming Online Events
Webinar | Excellence Awards Series 2025 – Admissions Event Award
Join us for our next instalment of the Excellence Webinar Series where we will be showcasing the 2024 Admissions Event Award winner.
This is an excellent professional development opportunity to learn about best practice, share the challenges and achievements.
Helen Bohm from Scots PGC will share insights about Little SCOTS, their new education and transition program for Parents and kindergarten aged students to assist in the next step in their educational journey. It is designed to foster a sense of community amongst the parents and help reduce anxiety about the beginning of their schooling at SCOTS PGC.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday 12 August 2025
Time: 1:30–2:15pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free for Members. $75.00+gst for Non-Members
For our New Zealand & Asian colleagues GST is not payable.
Thank you to our 2024 Excellence Awards Partner Global Philanthropic for facilitating this session.
Webinar | Untangling CRICOS: A Beginner’s Guide to International Student Enrolment
Are you curious about welcoming international students to your school but unsure where to start? Untangling CRICOS is a practical introduction for those new to the world of international education.
This seminar will clearly explain:
- Who qualifies as an international student (and who doesn’t)
- A snapshot of what’s involved in becoming a CRICOS-registered provider
- How your school can begin engaging with international students through study tour programs—even before registration
Participants will receive:
- Helpful guides and resources
- Information on where to find trusted advice and support
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore an exciting enrolment pathway and build your school’s international presence with confidence.
Event Details
Date: Thursday 14 August 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free for Members. $75.00+gst for Non-Members
For our New Zealand & Asian colleagues GST is not payable.
Webinar | Excellence Awards Series 2025 – Marketing & Communications Campaign Award
For our next episode of the Excellence Series, we are joined by the winner of the Marketing & Communication Campaign Award.
Amanda Peake from Queen Margaret College will share insights about their QUEENDOM campaign and how it set a new standard in admissions marketing by replacing traditional uniform imagery with authentic, relatable visuals and messaging that resonate with the true decision-makers — the students — while also appealing to the purchasers — parents and grandparents, resulting in a highly successful enrolment drive.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday 26 August 2025
Time: 1:30–2:15pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free for Members. $75.00+gst for Non-Members
For our New Zealand & Asian colleagues GST is not payable.
Thank you to our 2024 Excellence Awards Partner Global Philanthropic for facilitating this session.
To Register / Find Out More: CLICK HERE
International Conversations | International Student Recruitment: Navigating Student Wellbeing, Welfare and Establishing a Competitive Advantage
Join us for a practical and open conversation on all things CRICOS. Whether you’re new to the space or looking to sharpen your approach, together in this session we will explore key obligations in caring for overseas students, and how to deliver an outstanding student experience within the CRICOS framework.
This session will cover:
- What parents are looking for and understanding culture differences.
- Building a strong welfare framework for your institution.
- Preparing for the challenges of caring for students
Together we’ll unpack the realities of compliance and share lessons from across the sector. Bring your questions, your challenges, and your curiosity — this is a space to learn, share and connect.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025
Time: 12:30–1:30pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: This is a Member Only Event and is Free to attend
Presenters
Trish Cartwright, Admissions Professional / Consultant
Jiani Chen, Local Marketing & International Program Manager, Stella Maris College, Manly
Register Here / Find Out More: CLICK HERE
Regional Conversations | Events Without the Fuss
Creating meaningful, engaging school events doesn’t have to mean big budgets or high-end suppliers. In this session, we’ll share clever ideas and practical strategies for delivering impactful events with limited resources — from rural school fairs to community showcases and donor gatherings.
Join your regional and remote colleagues to swap tips, troubleshoot challenges, and celebrate the creative ways we bring people together. Whether you’re working solo or with a small team, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired, connected, and confident that great events don’t have to come with big-city bells and whistles.
Come along and join us for some unique ideas on how to run Events Without the Fuss.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 17 September 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: This is a Member Only Event and is Free to attend
Presenters
Tina Fleming, Member Relations Manager, Educate Plus
Lyn O’Neill, School Marketing Professional
Residential College Conversations | Stewardship with Soul: Building a Culture of Gratitude in Residential Colleges
True stewardship goes beyond the annual thank-you letter. In residential colleges, it’s about creating genuine moments of connection that show donors the real impact of their support.
Simple, thoughtful touch points—like student-led stories, video messages, or informal thank-you events—can make all the difference.
When students are involved in sharing their experiences, it not only brings gratitude to life but also builds a stronger, more connected community.
Focus:
- Student involvement in stewardship (ie. storytelling)
- Authentic donor stewardship strategies
- Creating meaningful touchpoints beyond the annual thank-you letter
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 24 September 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00pm AEST. Please check your local times.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Cost: This is a Member Only Event and is Free to attend
Presenters
Susan McGinley, Director of Advancement, The Women’s College
Amelia Zaraftis, Director of Advancement, Burgmann
Register Here / Find Out More: CLICK HERE
NSW/ACT Chapter Summit 2025
We invite you to join together with fellow NSW/ACT Chapter colleagues for the MAKE TOMORROW, Creating the future together, Summit, a two-day professional development opportunity that will bring together Advancement Practitioners from across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, all dedicated to shaping the future together.
The Summit, with sessions in Admissions, Alumni & Community Engagement, Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, Leadership and People & Culture, will be more than just a learning experience—it will also be an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share insights with professionals who, like you, are passionate about building a better tomorrow.
Don’t miss this opportunity … Let’s Make Tomorrow —together.
𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday 23 and Friday 24 October 2025
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: Novotel Sydney Olympic Park