2026 VCE History Conference - 27 Feb 26

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VCE History Conference
Friday 27 February 2026, 9.00am – 3.45pm
Novotel Hotel, Preston, 215 Bell Street, Preston

Earlybird registrations have ended.
Standard registrations must close Thursday 12 February 2026.

Final confirmation emails with session allocations and full event details will be issued once registrations close.


This HTAV professional learning conference is structured to support VCE History teachers to expand their own content knowledge, pick up classroom-ready tips and resources, think deeply about VCE assessment, and catch up with peers and mentors from all over Victoria.

Program booklet – download the program to support your PL application

Download the Session Description and Presenter Biographies
Check out the new venue!

Membership Categories Rates
Non-HTAV Member $612
HTAV Individual Member (metro) $399
HTAV Individual Member (country) $346
HTAV School/Organisation Member (metro) $479
HTAV School/Organisation Member (country) $426
HTAV Pre-service Teacher Member $186

*All prices are GST inclusive. For the full event terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy, please click here.
Country rates apply if the address provided is greater than 50 kms from the Melbourne CBD.

To get the discounted member rate, you must login at the top of this page
using your unique login details that are attached to an active HTAV membership.

If you're not yet a member, join HTAV today to unlock your special rate. It's always cheaper to become an Individual Teacher member and register to attend the conference. Plus, you'll receive all of the added member benefits.


Trouble logging in? Please contact Michelle Pitcher at membership@htav.asn.au.



Step-by-step Instructions

Having trouble registering? Download the registration instructions flyer.

Please note: The views and advice presented at HTAV events are not necessarily the views of HTAV. Teachers should use their professional judgement to decide whether to implement or apply what they learn.



Event Location: Novotel Hotel, Preston
Registrations Open: 10 Feb 26 9:30 AM
Registrations Close: 12 Feb 26 5:00 PM







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Sponsors & partners

  • Education Victoria - Sponsor Logo
  • National History Challenge - Sponsor Logo
  • Adobe sponsor

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