Frequently Asked Questions

HTAV Annual Conference: Legacy and Innovation
Thursday 7 and Friday 8 August 2025
Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn

The HTAV Annual Conference, themed Legacy and Innovation, will feature an impressive range of workshops, lectures and practical seminars that will provide ideas for engaging classroom strategies, activities and pedagogy to help build on the learning outcomes of students.

We look forward to welcoming you to the conference!



How do I register for the conference?

You can register online through our website. Here are some step-by-step instructions which may be helpful. Please follow the instructions under the appropraite heading, depending on your circumstance.

REGISTER MYSELF ONLY.

  1. Enter your details in the Personal Details tab. If you are logged into the HTAV website with your unique login and password, your details will automatically populate. Please ensure your email address is correct as you will be emailed access details closer to the event date. Click Save and Continue.
  2. Select your session preferences. Click Save and Continue.
  3. Select any social events you will attend. Click Save and Continue.
  4. Check your order details. When ready, click Continue to Payment Gateway.
  5. Select your preferred payment method. You will need to agree to the Terms and Conditions to complete your registration. Click Next: Payment Details.
  6. Add your payment details. Click Submit Order.

Your attendance is secured, and you will receive email confirmation shortly. Closer to the event date, you will receive confirmation of your session preferences and the event details via the email address provided at registration.

REGISTER MYSELF AND ONE OTHER or A GROUP OF OTHER PEOPLE.

  1. As the person paying, enter your details in the Personal Details tab. If you are logged into the HTAV website with your unique login and password, your details will automatically populate. Click Save and Continue.
  2. In the next tab, click the Add me as a Group Member button to be added as an attendee. Then enter the Name and Email Address of those you wish to register. Click Add Group Members.
  3. Attendees will now be listed under the Current Group Members heading. Click on the first name and a pop-up box will open. Complete the tab details, clicking Save as you go. Please ensure the email addresses provided are correct as attendees will be emailed access details closer to the event date. Once you have completed each tab, click Save and close the pop-up box. Complete this step for each additional attendee. Once completed, click Save and Continue.
  4. Check your order details. When ready, click Continue to Payment Gateway.
  5. Select your preferred payment method. You will need to agree to the Terms and Conditions to complete your registration. Click Next: Payment Details.
  6. Add your payment details. Click Submit Order.

The attendance of yourself and your colleagues is secured, and you will receive email confirmation shortly. Closer to the event date, each attendee will receive confirmation of their session preferences and the event details via the email address provided at registration.

REGISTER ONE OTHER PERSON or A GROUP OF OTHER PEOPLE ONLY.

  1. As the person paying, enter your details in the Personal Details tab. If you are logged into the HTAV website with your unique login and password, your details will automatically populate. Click Save and Continue.
  2. In the next tab, enter the Name and Email Address of those you wish to register. Click Add Group Members. DO NOT click the Add me as a Group Member button or you will be added as an attendee. There is no way to undo this without contacting HTAV.
  3. Attendees will now be listed under the Current Group Members heading. Click on the first name and a pop-up box will open. Complete the tab details, clicking Save as you go. Please ensure the email addresses provided are correct as attendees will be emailed access details closer to the event date. Once you have completed each tab, click Save and close the pop-up box. Complete this step for each additional attendee. When ready, click Save and Continue.
  4. Check your order details. When ready, click Continue to Payment Gateway.
  5. Select your preferred payment method. You will need to agree to the Terms and Conditions to complete your registration. Click Next: Payment Details.
  6. Add your payment details. Click Submit Order.

The attendance of your colleagues is secured, and you will receive email confirmation shortly. Closer to the event date, each attendee will receive confirmation of their session preferences and the event details via the email address provided at registration.



Why haven't I received the member discount?

There are a few reasons why you haven't received the member discount at checkout:

  • you are yet to log into the HTAV website
  • you are yet to be added as a member to the school membership
  • your membership may not have been renewed.

Please contact membership@htav.asn.au and we can check on your membership status and assist with your login.



I've forgotten my password for the HTAV website. What do I do?

Please use the forgotten password feature located in the top right-hand corner and follow the prompts. Your username is your email address.

If you are unable to reset your password, please contact membership@htav.asn.au for assistance.



Are there any registration discounts?

Yes, we offer an earlybird discount of $80 for registrations completed by the earlybird end date. Dates can be found on the conference webpages.



What payment methods are accepted?

We accept various payment methods, including credit/debit cards and school purchase orders. School members, please log into the HTAV website to pay with a purchase order number.



Is there a cancellation policy?

Cancellation of a registration must be received in writing. Our terms are:

Cancellation less than 7 days before the event No refund
Cancellation at least 7 days prior to the event, but still receive all conference materials and handouts 50% refund
Cancellation at least 7 days prior to the event, do not choose to receive conference materials and handouts 75% refund


If cancellation within 7 days of the event is due to unavoidable family or personal circumstances, including ill health supported by a doctor’s certificate, the Events Manager may offer a refund at their discretion.

Full terms and conditions are available: Events Terms and Conditions



How do I choose which sessions to attend?

We recommend reviewing the session descriptions and selecting workshops that align with your interests and professional learning goals.

Download the descriptions: Session Descriptions and Presenter Biographies



Will meals be provided during the conference?

Yes, morning tea and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions when you register.



What accommodations are available for attendees with disabilities?

Hawthorn Arts Centre is wheelchair accessible, with ambulant toilets available. A lift is available to access level 1.

Reserved disability parking spaces are in the public car park behind the Hawthorn Arts Centre.

If you have any special needs or mobility issues, please contact Myra Karantzas (HTAV Events Manager) via email at m.karantzas@htav.asn.au.



What should I bring to the conference?

We recommend bringing a notebook, pens and any materials relevant to your sessions. Some workshops may require you to bring a device that connects to the internet. These workshops have been labeled.



Will there be networking opportunities?

Yes, there will be multiple opportunities for networking throughout the conference, including scheduled breaks and social hour.



How can I contact the organisers if I have further questions?

You can reach us at events@htav.asn.au or call us at 03 9417 3422. We’re happy to help with any questions you may have!

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We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. The HTAV Office is located on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. These lands were never ceded. We pay our respect to their ancestors and Elders, past and present.

Please note: Members of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities should be aware that the HTAV website may include images or names of people now deceased.