With thanks to our sponsors
Join us at the
QAMT 2026 State Conference
Saturday 11- Sunday 12 July – Face to Face
Queensland University of Technology, Gardens Point
Conference dinner – Friday 10 July, 5:30 for a 6pm start
Location: 66 on Ernest, South Bank, Register Here
Virtual Conference Friday 26th June Register Here
Rockhampton Satellite Conference Register Here
Sharing workshops with ICOTS -12th International Conference on Teaching Statistics – more information here
Keynote speakers
Dr Caty Morris Maths Senior Project Coordinator with the Computer Science and Education Research STEM PL Team |
Where’s the mankarr?: Connecting mathematics with culture through 9 rich contexts
Mathematics is embedded within, and shaped by, culture. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority (CCP) in the Australian Curriculum invites educators to engage with First Nations peoples’ knowledges, experiences, values and perspectives (ACARA, 2026). Through 9 rich contexts woven throughout the mathematics curriculum, the CCP provides powerful opportunities to connect concepts, contexts and content in ways that deepen learning and relevance for all learners.When mathematics is taught through culturally responsive contexts, First Nations learners are better supported to see themselves and their communities reflected in mathematics (and STEM) learning. At the same time, all students benefit from richer, more meaningful mathematical experiences. This keynote showcases classroom examples from the Maths in Schools project, funded by the Australian Government Department of Education including Where’s the Mankarr? from Martu Country in Western Australia, which explores statistics through the context of Caring for Country. I share my place as a non-Indigenous educator who has worked in this space for many years, and my role as an ally that continues to evolve. It requires ongoing reflection, accountability for my learning, and a commitment to advocating for culturally responsive mathematics education that supports equitable and positive outcomes for First Nations learners across Australia. |
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Dr John Eckersley Retired Geotechnical Engineer |
Sugar mill chimney footing–an applied maths illustration
Mathematical modelling by engineers helps designers to limit the risk of failure while also saving money. In this presentation, retired geotechnical engineer Dr John Eckersley outlines the mathematical details used to design the pile-supported footing for a tall sugar mill chimney against blowing over in cyclonic winds. This presentation illustrates the significance of mathematics and physics applied to a real-world engineering problem, including topics from senior Specialist and Methods subjects. |
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Kate Mason Primary teacher, Riverside Christian College and Anja Van Hooydonk |
My favourite maths tasks
Bill Simpson Closing Address |
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