Shows
Outdoor Industry Connect & Share ForumsThe Future of Outdoors NSW & ACT: 2025-2028 Strategic Plan UnveiledSend us a textThe outdoor industry stands at a critical crossroads, captured perfectly in the metaphor shared during this episode: "We are year nine students... struggling with what we're going to do in the future." This moment of adolescent uncertainty hides tremendous potential, as our sector evolves from its foundational years toward maturity.Diving deep into the newly launched Outdoors NSW & ACT Strategic Plan for 2025-2028, this episode unveils the vision, mission, and strategic priorities that will guide the organisation through its next growth phase. From advocacy and capacity building to industry sustainability, the...2025-06-0644 min
Professional Learnings NSWPPA Educational LeadershipNSW Department of Education Sports Unit: Part 4 of 4 : Breaking Down the School Sports Unit: Policy, Protection, and Practical SolutionsNavigating school sports policy doesn't have to be overwhelming. The final episode of our four-part series with the NSW Department of Education School Sports Unit reveals the practical solutions and expert guidance available to school leaders across the state.Meet Lucette King, a Sport Policy Advisor with an impressive 30-year tenure in the School Sports Unit. Her extensive experience has positioned her as a crucial resource for principals seeking to untangle complex policy requirements while still providing meaningful sporting opportunities for students. King specializes in finding workable solutions in the grey areas between rigid policies and practical...2025-05-2927 minProfessional Learnings NSWPPA Educational LeadershipNSW Department of Education Sports Unit: Part 3 of 4: The Brain-Sport Connection: How Physical Activity Boosts LearningThe connection between physical activity and brain development isn't just anecdotal—it's backed by compelling scientific research that should revolutionize how we think about sport in schools. When students exercise, their brains produce more BDNF enzyme, which supports memory formation, reduces anxiety, and significantly enhances learning capacity. One study showed students who participated in high-intensity fitness before tutoring improved their test scores by over 20%, compared to just 3.87% improvement in students who received tutoring alone.James Boyer from the NSW School Sports Unit explains that timing matters: "If we do physical activity just before we want to learn so...2025-05-2937 minProfessional Learnings NSWPPA Educational LeadershipNSW Department of Education Sports Unit: Part 2 of 4: Movement, Learning, and Inclusion: The School Sports Unit's MissionPhysical activity isn't just about fitness—it's a powerful tool for learning, inclusion, and creating positive school environments. This compelling episode takes listeners behind the scenes with the NSW Department of Education Sports Unit, revealing innovative approaches that benefit every student.Anthony Moyes opens with a passionate explanation of how the Sports Unit supports students with disabilities through four key programs. Despite one in five students having some form of disability, many schools mistakenly believe they don't have eligible participants. Moyes shares how over 500 schools now participate in boccia and ten pin bowling competitions, benefiting thousands of st...2025-05-2938 minProfessional Learnings NSWPPA Educational LeadershipNSW Department of Education Sports Unit: Part 1 of 4: The Hidden Educational Powerhouse: Physical Activity in School LeadershipThe vital connection between educational leadership and physical activity takes center stage in this compelling conversation with the NSW Department of Education's School Sports Unit. As school leaders navigate competing priorities, understanding the wealth of support available through structured sporting pathways becomes essential for student wellbeing and academic success.Andrew Hooper, who bridges the Primary Principals Association and Primary School Sports Association, reveals how these organisations collaborate to deliver Australia's longest-running gifted and talented program. With over 125 years of history, the PSSA offers critical support for principals implementing effective sport programs, from legal guidance to skills development...2025-05-2932 min
Teach NSW PodcastS2 E5: On effective strategies to support EAL/D learners in NSW public schoolsDid you know that nearly 40% of NSW public school students come from an English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) background?In this episode, we are joined on the couch by Rosie, EAL/D Education Leader, to shine a spotlight on the critical role teachers play in supporting students from diverse language backgrounds.Curious about what day-to-day teaching in an Intensive English Centre (IEC) looks like? From empowering students with ‘survival language’ to building academic language skills, you’ll hear about the differentiation that is embedded into an IEC’s learning programs.In the w...2025-05-1535 min
Teach NSW PodcastS2 E4: On kick-starting your teaching career in NSW public schoolsReady to step into your teaching era with confidence? Tune in as we are joined on the couch by Lauren, Chief Education Officer, Teach NSW, as she shares her essential ‘how-to-guide’ for launching your teaching career with the NSW Department of Education.In this episode, we cover the roadmap to success as a future teacher, from applying for a scholarship and ways to experience teaching before you graduate, to advice on acing your practicum placements and a step-by-step guide to gaining your approval to teach.Preparing to enter the classroom? Lauren discusses how and where to f...2025-05-0154 min
Teach NSW PodcastS2 E2: On the importance of filling your cup inside and outside the classroomTune in as we are joined on the couch by Raphaelle, Senior Education Officer, Early Career and Talent Programs. With years of experience as a PD/H/PE teacher and across various leadership roles within schools, Raphaelle now develops school-based induction programs and mentoring support systems to set beginning teachers up for success in NSW public schools.In this episode we dive into Raphaelle’s insights and advice on using reflection as a powerful tool for growth, and the profound impact of mentorship and finding your ‘marigold’ (hint: it could be the teacher next door).Other...2025-03-2744 min
Outdoor Industry Connect & Share ForumsDestination NSW Unveils Free Resources to Help Outdoor Businesses Capture the Tourism MarketSend us a textA goldmine of opportunities awaits outdoor businesses ready to expand into tourism markets, as revealed in this information-packed forum featuring Destination NSW's Sandy Wilkins. For operators seeking to diversify revenue streams or navigate seasonal fluctuations, the NSW First program offers a comprehensive framework of free support to develop, promote, and sell experiences to visitors.The secret to success? It's about understanding where your business sits on the tourism journey. Whether you're just starting out or ready to tackle international markets, the program provides targeted workshops, resources, and one-on-one mentoring tailored to...2025-03-1439 min
NSW DPI AgronomyMeet NSW DPIRD's up and coming scientists and their cool research!Introducing some of NSW DPIRD's young researchers and the projects they are looking into:Nicole Dron:Heat tolerance in pulses.Grain protein in pulses, why does it matter?Intergrated disease management (IDM) in in faba bean.Nitrogen fixation.Sam Blanch:Charcoal rot in summer crops.Net form net blotch in barley.Mitch Clifton:Long coleoptile wheats.2025-02-2448 min
The Business of DairyTips and tricks for dairy developments in NSW Are you a farmer or interested party looking to undertake a development on your dairy farm? Planning farm developments is complex and involves planning and assessment requirements which can be tricky to navigate. This month my colleague Zita Ritchie discusses the recent release of the NSW Dairy Development Guidelines with Clare Fitzpatrick who is a renowned and respected planning consultant within the dairy industry. The guidelines are designed to help anyone involved in decision making around planning, design, construction and operation of a dairy development. They also contain an excellent farmer checklist highlighting key areas to...2025-01-3131 min
Teach NSW PodcastSummer Series Episode 1: On the range of roles available with the NSW Department of EducationThis week we are joined on the couch by Yvette Poshoglian, Education Specialist, Technology 4 Learning, as she takes us through the varied roles that have marked her career path in education and beyond.
After working in the arts and publishing industry, Yvette discovered her passion for teaching and took the leap to retrain, supported by a scholarship from the NSW Department of Education.
She shares how becoming a teacher was the first step to a career that would spark her interest in children’s writing, help her harness students’ creativity in the classroom and, most recen...2025-01-0838 minThe Business of DairyUps & Downs of NSW Dairy Farm Monitor 2023-24The 13th year of the Dairy Farm Monitor Project in NSW was one in which strong milk prices managed to hold gross farm incomes relatively stable. Increases in operating costs reduced average Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) relative to the previous year, with the most noticeable impact coming from purchased feed costs.On average, profits for the 36 NSW Dairy Farm Monitor Project (DFMP) participants remained strong at $2.12/kgMS and above the long-term average of $1.36/kgMS, for the fourth consecutive year. This translates to an average return on total assets of 4.5%. This month I discuss the ups a...2025-01-0132 min
Teach NSW PodcastS1 E23: On Our Plan for NSW Public Education featuring Murat DizdarFor the Season 1 finale of the Teach NSW Podcast, we are joined on the couch by a very special guest, Murat Dizdar, Secretary of the NSW Department of Education.In this episode, we explore Murat’s 27-year education journey, from pre-service teacher and classroom teacher to school principal and his current executive role. We also recognise his other significant titles, including reigning egg and spoon race champion at Summer Hill Public School.We’ll uncover the early years, from Murat’s favourite subjects at school and the teachers who inspired him, to his ‘greatest mistake’ when decid...2024-12-1643 min
Teach NSW PodcastS1 E21: On inquiry-based learning and developing critical thinking skillsThis week, we are joined by Alice Vigors, a relieving principal in a NSW public school with 15 years of experience in education. On the couch, Alice shares her professional journey into leadership roles with the NSW Department of Education and how she has pursued other passion projects including @thinkingpathways.In this episode we dive into the power of inquiry-based learning by exploring how it can foster creativity, critical thinking and collaboration in the classroom. Alice gives practical advice on how she implements this approach to challenge student learning, encourage questions and develop problem-solving skills. Get ready to...2024-12-0641 min
Teach NSW PodcastS1 E15: On why literacy is everyone's business and key strategies for the classroomOn the couch, we chat with Alessandra, Literacy Adviser 7 - 12, Secondary English and EAL/D teacher, and self-confessed bookworm. Alessandra fell in love with language and has dedicated her career to literacy, and more recently, helping to guide teaching practice in this area. Her key message: literacy is everyone’s business.We talk about strategies for embedding literacy across various subjects and curriculum areas, especially when it comes to the critical tasks of reading, comprehension and building a student’s vocabulary.Looking for practical tools and resources? We have you covered. You’ll hear ab...2024-08-2943 min