Net Z(ed)

Net Z(ed) – A Net Zero Education Collaboration to Inspire Our Future is Live!

We’re thrilled to announce that Net Z(ed)—our groundbreaking initiative connecting education, industry, government, and researchers—is now live! Net Z(ed) is a bold step towards helping teachers prepare young Australians for the opportunities emerging in our decarbonising economy and Net Zero future. This collaboration is built to ensure the next generation is informed, inspired, and ready to lead. Born in the …

WoW Gets a tick of Approval

St Pius X student workforce initiative brings ‘WoW’ factor to Port of Newcastle

A team of St Pius X year 10 students presented their winning Sustainnovation Challenge project to CEO Craig Carmody, Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Claydon MP, industry representatives, and Port of Newcastle employees today. The St Pius X students’ winning WoW (Women on Water) initiative aims to raise awareness and interest among young women in the maritime industry, something CEO …

Beyond NAPLAN – Building the Village to Empower Every Young Learner

The annual debate surrounding NAPLAN results has once again brought the shortcomings of our educational system into the spotlight. But this conversation, like a broken record, keeps circling the same point—often missing the mark. NAPLAN’s data tells us something crucial: it’s time to rethink how we assess our education system and, more importantly, how we support our young learners. The …

Sustainnovation Challenge Makes Waves at International Conference in Spain

When I first began to bring the Sustainnovation Challenge to life, I never imagined that just a few years later, my work would be on the agenda at an academic conference in Spain. The 2024 “People, Education, and Technology for a Sustainable Future” conference has given this initiative a global platform, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. A heartfelt thank …

Barriers to business recycling 2022: Student Pitches

Merewether High School – Pitch idea: OfficeGreen 2:59Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College – Pitch idea: ReBuildAbles 11:17Hunter School of the Performing Arts – Pub to Produce 18:30Newcastle Grammar School – EcoMed 26:10Judges wrap up 38:55 At our most recent City of Newcastle Sustainnovation Challenge we had students from across the city dive into the problems and challenges that the hospitality, construction …