2026 Individual registration SESSION SELECTION

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Registration

Welcome to the Design And Technology Teachers’ Association Queensland Conference 2026 online registration form.

If you have any difficulty or require assistance please contact the conference organiser at dattaqld@expertevents.com.au or +61 7 3848 2100.

A confirmation email and invoice will be sent to you within a few minutes of registering. If you do not receive this email, please first check your spam/junk folder then contact the conference organiser.

Registration fees can be paid by EFT or online by Visa or MasterCard. Simply select your preferred method of payment when you reach the payment page. If applicable, please ensure you forward your confirmation email and invoice to your accounts department for processing.

Delegate information

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First name, last name, organisation, and state/country will appear on your delegate name badge (department names will not be included).
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Have you attended a DATTA Queensland conference previously?

Yes

Permissions

Delegate list

I do NOT want my name, email address, organisation, state and country included in the delegate list which will be made available to attendees, sponsors and trade exhibitors.

Conference app

I do NOT want my name, position, organisation, state and country visible in the attendee list on the conference app which will be made available to all registered participants utilising the app.

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I accept that photos and/or videos taken during the conference to document and display the event experience, may include images of myself and that these images may appear in future promotional materials and in social media and websites.

Registration information

Registration fees are per person and are based on date of receipt of payment (not based on date of receipt of registration). All prices quotes are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of 10% GST.

Early bird registration fees are available up to Friday 8 May 2026 (midnight AEST). Standard fees apply from Saturday 9 May 2026.

Please note that DATTA QLD memberships will be cross-checked prior to the conference. Please only register at the member rate if your DATTA membership is financial. For membership enquiries please email membership@dattaqld.org.au. For more information on DATTA QLD membership visit: https://www.dattaqld.org.au/membership-application/.

Please select your registration type below.

Full registration

Member full registration (early bird) FULL

625.00

Member full registration (standard) FULL

730.00

Non-member full registration (early bird) FULL

835.00

Non-member full registration (standard) FULL

940.00

Student full registration (early bird) FULL

310.00

Student full registration (standard) FULL

375.00

Day only registration

Member Thursday registration (early bird) FULL

360.00

Member Thursday registration (standard) FULL

465.00

Member Friday registration (early bird) FULL

360.00

Member Friday registration (standard) FULL

465.00

Non-member Thursday registration (early bird) FULL

520.00

Non-member Thursday registration (standard) FULL

625.00

Non-member Friday registration (early bird) FULL

520.00

Non-member Friday registration (standard) FULL

625.00

Student Thursday registration (early bird) FULL

185.00

Student Thursday registration (standard) FULL

235.00

Student Friday registration (early bird) FULL

185.00

Student Friday registration (standard) FULL

235.00

Proof of current student enrolment

Networking session

Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm
When: Thursday 18 June 2026
Where: Kedron-Wavell
Tickets: Complimentary (includes beverages and light canapes)

To assist with catering, please RSVP your attendance below:

Attending FULL

Not attending FULL

Conference dinner

Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm
When: Thursday 18 June 2026
Where: The Sky Lounge, Kedron-Wavell, Chermside
Dress: Smart casual
Tickets: $75per person, includes three course dinner (alternate drop) and a drinks package

If you require your conference dinner ticket(s) to be invoiced separately from your conference registration, please contact Expert Events for assistance. If this is the case, please continue with your conference registration and do not select the Delegate dinner ticket tick box, as this will instead be added to a separate invoice.

Delegate dinner ticket FULL

75.00

If you would like to purchase a ticket to bring a guest to the dinner, please tick the box below then enter your guest's name and dietary requirements or other special requirements (please leave blank if not applicable).

Guest dinner ticket FULL

75.00

Session selection

Please refer to the conference program for further details on session times, details and rooms.

Thursday 18 June 2026

Conference welcome and formalities

Keynote presentation: AI to reduce teacher burnout

Attending

Not attending

Panel discussion: Title TBC

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Session 1

Session 1.01 AI in CAD & design: the future of 3D modelling in Design, Engineering and Technologies

Session 1.02 Pitching and story-telling (double session)

Session 1.03 Authentic engineering in junior secondary: bridge design, CAD and competition

Session 1.04 Strengthening valid and reliable assessment for Fashion

Session 1.05 Community of practice: manufacturing subjects

Session 1.06 Safety in metalwork - Cutting spark free

Not attending

Session 2

Session 2.01 Smarter curriculum design: using AI and pedagogical frameworks in Design and Technologies

Session 2.03 Designing futures: interior design pathways and practical ideas for senior design classrooms

Session 2.04 Wear the future - sustainable fashion workshops

Session 2.05 Engaging students in the Trades and Design classroom: strategies for Success

Session 2.06 Visit the exhibition (self-guided)

Not attending

Session 3

Session 3.01 Why design is the most important subject in school

Session 3.02 Industrial graphics and drawing literacy: building the foundations for years 7–10 (double session)

Session 3.03 Shadow AI use and behaviour change

Session 3.04 Drawing for thinking: fast visualisation and communication techniques in design classrooms (double session)

Session 3.05 Innovative food and fibre curriculum linked resources for design and technology teachers

Session 3.06 Empowering Future Makers with xTool Laser Solutions

Not attending

Session 4

Thursday, June 18, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Session 4.01 Using learning boards to enhance engagement and understanding

Session 4.03 Teaching for thinking in Design and Technologies

Session 4.05 Challenging misconceptions about designing in food and fibre contexts

Session 4.06 Visit the exhibition (self-guided)

Not attending

Session selection

Please refer to the conference program for further details on session times, details and rooms.

Friday 19 June 2026

Day two welcome and formalities

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Keynote presentation: Teaching the verb, not the noun (practical strategies for Interdisciplinary Design Learning)

Friday, June 19, 2026 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Attending

Not attending

Session 5

Session 5.01 Six buttons, one vision: staying human in an AI-driven workflow

Session 5.02 Assessing Design and Technologies: using marking guides to build confidence and develop self-reliant learners (double session)

Session 5.03 Utilising The Woodwork Camp Resources in your school

Session 5.04 3D printing basics, Curriculum and beyond the classroom

Session 5.05 The future of trades: connecting Design and Technologies classrooms to real-world manufacturing pathways (double session)

Session 5.06 Safety in metalwork - Cutting spark free

Not attending

Session 6

Session 6.01 Gamify learning with Skill Trees

Session 6.03 From sketch to AI: using Vizcom to support contemporary design studio learning

Session 6.04 Design, build and control/program a WIFI robot

Session 6.06 Empowering Future Makers with xTool Laser Solutions

Not attending

Session 7

Session 7.01 Pedagogical enactments of Design and Technologies: a research informed framework for teaching aligned to the Australian Curriculum

Session 7.02 Authentic engagement in the Design Syllabus for Unit 4 subject matter, and skills in evaluating and refining within Internal Assessments

Session 7.03 Designing with AI — A cross-curricular game design task for Years 7–8

Session 7.04 From chatbots to phishing: engaging students with AI and cybersecurity

Session 7.05 Created by design: communicate like a human

Summary

Please check your details below. To make any changes, select the appropriate 'Edit' button to return and update the information, then select 'Return to summary' button at the bottom of that page to finalise your registration.

If all details below are correct, please select the 'submit' button at the bottom of the page to complete your registration.

Terms and Conditions of Registration and Attendance

Please click here to read the full Terms and Conditions.

Cancellations

Cancellations must be advised in writing to the conference organiser.

Registration cancellations received by 5pm on Friday 1 May 2026 will receive a refund of registration fees, less an administrative charge of $120.
Registration cancellations received after 5pm on Friday 1 May 2026 but prior to 5pm on Sunday 17 May 2026, will receive a refund of 50% of registration fees paid and 100% of any function tickets paid.
Cancellations received after 5pm on Sunday 17 May 2026 will not be eligible for a refund.

Registrations are transferable to a colleague at any time prior to the event provided the conference organiser is advised in writing.

I understand and agree to the Terms and Conditions

Payment

Registration fees may be paid by:

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) - Details provided on tax invoice.
Credit card - MasterCard or Visa only. Payments will appear as Expert Events on your credit card statement.

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Thank You

Thank you for registering to attend the DATTA Qld State Conference 2026. You should receive a confirmation email and invoice shortly (if this email does not drop into your inbox, please try checking your spam folder).

Please contact Expert Events on 07 3848 2100 or dattaqld@expertevents.com.au if you do not receive this or have any questions regarding your registration.

Accommodation:

This year to secure conference accommodation rates, delegates must booked direct through our partnered hotels. If you wish to book accommodation for 2026, visit the conference website for more details.

Accommodation availability and rates are subject availability at the time of booking, we strongly recommend securing your accommodation early to ensure availability and access to the best rates.

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