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Keynotes include Professor Br David Hall fms, Dallas McInerney, Daniella Falecki, Danielle Cronin, Dr Neil Carrington, Dr John Lee.

Secondary Principals, Primary Principals, School Leadership teams and System Leaders, are welcome to attend. 

Date: 7-10 July 2026

Location: Hyatt Regency, 161 Sussex St, Sydney, NSW 2000.

For more information and to register, click here.

National Careers Week is a valuable opportunity for Catholic schools across NSW to inspire students to explore future pathways and connect their learning to meaningful careers.

National Careers Week (11–17 May 2026) provides an opportunity for Catholic schools across NSW to strengthen student aspirations and connect learning to meaningful future pathways.

Careers education plays a vital role in supporting young people to make informed decisions about their futures. This week offers a timely opportunity for schools to highlight the breadth of pathways available and promote the value of purposeful work and lifelong learning.

Schools are encouraged to plan and deliver activities that connect students to the world of work and future opportunities. These may include:

• guest speakers from industry and the local community
• alumni panels sharing post-school journeys
• career exploration activities embedded in the classroom
• workplace learning experiences and virtual industry tours
• resume writing and interview skills workshops

These experiences support students to better understand the diverse pathways available through further education, training, and employment, while strengthening connections between curriculum and future careers.

Catholic Schools NSW continues to support high-quality careers education through Vocational Education and Training (VET), School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs), and strong partnerships with industry.

NESA recently released the updated NSW Non-government Schools Not For Profit Guidelines.

The updated Guidelines align with the recommendations from the Review of Section 83C and related provisions of the Education Act 1990 (NSW) report and changes to the Education Regulation 2017 (NSW) (Regulation) that took effect in December 2025. For more information about the amendments to the Regulations, see Updates to the Education Regulation for non-government schools | NSW Government.

What are the Guidelines?

The Guidelines provide direction for schools to comply with their not for profit requirements set out in section 83C of the Education Act. The Guidelines set out, among other things, how compliance with not for profit requirements is assessed and the process for seeking a review before final decisions are made regarding potentially non-compliant activity.

What are the changes?

The updated Guidelines have a new structure and design and feature additional examples to help schools understand how to comply with their requirements under section 83C. The Guidelines also clarify the types of records that may support compliance and provide clearer explanations of how the not for profit requirements are assessed in practice.

What does the update mean for schools?

Schools should promptly review the Guidelines (alongside the Education Act and Regulations) to ensure compliance with the not for profit requirements.

Where are the resources available?

The Guidelines are available on the NSW Government website and can be accessed here:

https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/not-for-profit-school-regulation/not-for-profit-guidelines

For enquiries and support, email NESA’s Regulation of Non-Government School Funding Directorate at: ngs83cenquiries@nesa.nsw.edu.au

Scholarships and Awards

Applications closing soon! 2026 Schools Plus Teaching Awards (Ref: 87/26)

Applications close soon for the 2026 Schools Plus Teaching Awards, a national initiative celebrating teachers who are making a meaningful impact in some of Australia’s most disadvantaged communities.

The Schools Plus Teaching awards recognise educators who extend far beyond everyday teaching responsibilities. From helping students overcome learning barriers to creating supportive classrooms for learning, these teachers play a crucial role in helping young people thrive. In many cases, they are a consistent source of guidance and encouragement, influencing students’ lives in ways that reach well beyond academic achievement.

Not only does the award acknowledge the individual, but also their knowledge and experience on best practice and innovation. 

Important dates for 2026:

• Applications close Friday8 May 2026, 5:00pm AEST.
• Recipients announced: June 2026 
• Awards ceremony: 15 September 2026 at Parliament House, Canberra 

Teachers are encouraged to apply and be acknowledged for the difference they make every day.

To learn more about the award, and to apply go to: Schools Plus Teaching Awards - Australian Schools Plus

Don't miss your chance! Apply for the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships now (Ref: 86/26)

Successful applicants will receive $15,000 to complete a 5-week study tour within Australia or abroad. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the most acclaimed schools and centres for teaching and training and collaborate with professionals in a key focus area to inspire positive outcomes for students in NSW schools.

If you are a current temporary or permanent teacher or in an early childhood centre in a Catholic school in NSW, you may be eligible to apply.

The NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships include: 

• Premier's Anika Foundation Youth Depression Awareness Scholarship
• Premier's Creativity across the Curriculum Scholarship
• Premier's Early Childhood Australia Education Scholarship
• Premier's Economics and Business Educators NSW Commerce Scholarship
• Premier's Hicksons Lawyers Rural and Remote Education Scholarship
• Premier's History Teachers' Association History Scholarship
• Premier's NESA Quality Teaching Scholarship
• Premier's Reserve Bank of Australia Economics Scholarship
• Premier's Teachers Mutual Bank Aboriginal Education Scholarship
• Premier’s University of New England STEM and Technology Scholarship
• Premier's University of Sydney Mathematics Scholarship
• Premier's Vocational Education in Schools Scholarship
• Premier's Western Sydney University Inclusive Education Scholarship

Apply for the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships here

Applications close Friday 15 May 2026, 11:59 pm (AEST).

For further information, please visit the NSW Premier's Teacher Scholarships webpage

View the Frequently Asked Questions, or contact the program team via premierscholarships@det.nsw.edu.au or (02) 7814 3820.