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The EduFest WA program is packed with industry innovators, forward thinking educators, community leaders, and inspiring young professionals all ready to share their insights, advice, and experiences for attendees looking to help their young people develop the skillsets and mindsets to thrive in our workforce. Our speakers include: 

Melissa Creagh

Melissa Creagh, Education Manager, Statewide Delivery at the Road Safety Commission, leads education and behaviour change initiatives that connect with schools and communities to support safer choices and create lasting positive change for young people across Western Australia.

Beth Cusack

Beth Cusack, a Generative AI educator, engineer, and advocate for neurodiversity, empowers students to understand, explore, and create with artificial intelligence through inclusive, ethical, and accessible learning experiences.

Melissa Van Dyk

Melissa Van Dyk, Program Coordinator for Years 7 and 8 at Rossmoyne Senior High School, empowers young people to lead wellbeing through student voice, authentic leadership, and whole-school initiatives that build confidence, connection, and lifelong personal capability.

Laura Haldane

Laura Haldane, Education & Engagement Lead at the Road Safety Commission, combines expertise in education, communications, and partnerships to engage communities, build meaningful connections, and inspire safer road behaviours across Western Australia.

Elouise Gaylard

Elouise Gaylard, a Science teacher, Quality Teaching Lead, and former STEM Coordinator, is passionate about preparing regional students for the future through authentic learning, community partnerships, and the development of critical thinking, communication, and confidence.

Matt Silvester

Matt Silvester, Manager Industry Engagement at Central Regional TAFE, connects education, industry, and government to strengthen regional workforce capability, create meaningful pathways, and equip young people with the skills and confidence to thrive in the future of work.

Scott Millar

Scott Millar, a globally recognised generational consultant, keynote speaker, and award-winning business leader, empowers organisations to navigate the future of work by fostering intergenerational collaboration and leveraging innovation and technology.

Gabrielle Trinca

Gabrielle Trinca, Head of Learning, Technologies at Guildford Grammar School, champions student-centred learning through design thinking, digital innovation, and real-world experiences that expand curriculum pathways and prepare young people for future opportunities.

Phil Wass

Education Leader with a passion for Instructional Leadership, Coaching, Capacity Building and Instructional Intelligence in schools.

More information coming soon!

Brant Edwards

Brant Smith, CEO of the Bunbury Geographe Economic Alliance and an experienced regional development leader, drives sustainable economic growth by connecting industry, government, and communities to create thriving regions for business, investment, and future opportunity.

Natalie Lloyd

Professor Natalie Lloyd, ECU South West Director, Regional Development, is a passionate regional education advocate who advances equity, industry engagement, and accessible university pathways to create meaningful opportunities for regional and remote students.

Jess Silva

Jess Silva, Regional Leader for WA at Questacon, is a STEM education specialist empowering teachers to deliver inclusive, project-based learning experiences that connect students with real-world science, technology, and innovation.

Maddie Ciullo

Maddie Ciullo, a passionate educator, curriculum innovator, and advocate for gifted education, creates engaging learning experiences that empower student agency, creativity, critical thinking, and every learner's opportunity to shine.

River Penn

River, Research and Partnerships Manager at Edexia, works with schools, educators and researchers to explore how AI can reduce teacher workload, support personalised learning and strengthen teaching practice while keeping professional judgement and student thinking at the centre.

Helen Barnes

Helen Barnes, an accomplished educational leader and school improvement specialist, empowers schools to achieve excellence through evidence-informed leadership, high-performing teams, and a steadfast commitment to improving outcomes for every student.

Lisa Longman

Lisa Longman, Director of Bloom: Centre for Youth Innovation, empowers the next generation of changemakers by blending entrepreneurial thinking with values-driven, sustainable impact across social and commercial sectors.

Joshua Guy

Joshua is the Secondary STEM Coordinator at Scitech, where he works to boost STEM engagement and confidence in young people.

Cecily Rawlinson

Cecily Rawlinson, Youth Pathways Coordinator at Bloom, connects innovation, education, and industry to create future-focused opportunities for young people, drawing on extensive experience in human-centred design, cyber capability, and stakeholder engagement.

We've got an action-packed program planned for EduFest WA and we hope we can see you there! Tickets are on sale now and selling quickly. Make sure to grab yours now!

EduFest WA

Join EduFest WA 2026

EduFest WA Perth:

Date: Thursday 17th September 2026

Venue: Bloom Centre For Youth Innovation, Crawley

EduFest WA Geraldton:

Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026

Venue: Geraldton Universities Centre

EduFest WA Bunbury:

Date: Monday 21st September 2026

Venue: 11 Money Street, Bunbury 

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