First up is Brisbane, taking place from 31 July – 1 August at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, followed closely by Melbourne on 28 – 29 August at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

With just weeks to go, educators across Australia are finalising their plans to join this unmissable event. At the heart of the Summit is its free-to-attend Expo, an immersive experience designed to connect teachers, school leaders, and education professionals with the tools, technologies, and insights shaping our classrooms and schools.

Step onto the Expo floor and prepare to touch, test, and try the newest innovations in teaching. From virtual reality to sensory supports, adaptive technology, robotics, literacy resources, and STEM programs, the Expo is designed for educators to engage directly with products, ensuring every tool fits their unique classroom needs.

Rather than simply browsing a catalogue or website, you’ll have the chance to see how each solution works in action – and envision how it can empower your students’ learning journey.

One of the major highlights across both Brisbane and Melbourne will be the live VR demonstrations from Mindflight7. Join the team at the National Education Summit for an immersive exploration of how Virtual Reality (VR), embedded with AI, is redefining 21st-century teaching and learning.

Across both days at each show, Mindflight7 will be delivering demonstrations designed to showcase the power of immersive learning experiences to deepen engagement, support diverse learners, and align with curriculum priorities across various disciplines.

Discover how these cutting-edge technologies can inspire, engage, and transform your learning environment – whether you teach STEM, humanities, vocational education, or cross-curricular programs.

This year’s Melbourne Expo will also feature inspiring live demonstrations, exclusive competitions, and giveaways for attendees. Whether it’s exploring new phonics programs, testing interactive learning displays, or experiencing coding robots hands-on, teachers can walk away with practical resources and fresh ideas to bring back to their schools immediately.

There’s something deeply energising about seeing education innovation in real life – and the Expo’s curated showcase promises just that.

On the Expo Floor, the National Education Summit Melbourne also offers a wealth of free professional development (PD) sessions for all attending educators.

Led by renowned education experts, thought leaders, and practising teachers, these sessions provide targeted learning on key issues in Australian education today.

Topics covered include inclusive education strategies, classroom management, literacy and numeracy intervention, digital learning, and wellbeing for both staff and students.

The Expo’s sessions are designed to equip teachers with actionable insights and strategies they can implement straight away – with the added bonus of earning valuable PD hours to contribute to their professional learning plans.

Importantly, these sessions take a pick-and-choose approach, allowing attendees to tailor their own learning journey based on their interests, subject areas, and professional goals.

Whether you’re a beginning teacher keen to build classroom confidence or a seasoned school leader exploring whole-school wellbeing frameworks, the free programs available in Melbourne offer practical takeaways to support your daily practice.

For many educators, the Summit is also an opportunity to collaborate and connect. With teachers gathering under the one roof, the Expo becomes a vibrant hub of ideas, discussions, and professional networking.

You’ll meet like-minded educators facing similar challenges, share experiences, and gain fresh perspectives to reinvigorate your teaching approach.

This year’s Summits are shaping up to be one of the most dynamic yet. Whether you’re eager to experiment with the latest tech, gain actionable strategies from education experts, or simply connect with fellow teachers and leaders, the National Education Summit’s free Expo promises an experience that is both inspiring and empowering.

You’ll walk away equipped with ideas to transform your classroom practice – and the confidence to implement them.

So, mark your calendars:

  • Brisbane: 31 July – 1 August, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
  • Melbourne: 28 – 29 August, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Both Summit programs are open to all educators, from early childhood through to secondary and leadership roles, making them an ideal PD and resource opportunity for your entire teaching team.

Registrations for the Expo and Seminar program are essential but completely free. Secure your spot today and join Australian educators stepping into the future of teaching and learning. Prepare to explore, engage, and be inspired.

For more information and to register for free, visit www.nationaleducationsummit.com.au.