

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Industry & Educator Roundtable: Connecting Curriculum to Industry Context
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am – Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Let’s connect education and industry to spark curiosity, build capability, and create real opportunities for our students.  Join us .About this EventConnecting Classrooms to the Coast’s Manufacturing IndustryJoin the Sunshine Coast Manufacturing Hub for a high-impact Industry / Educator Roundtable Working Breakfast, designed to strengthen connections between local manufacturing and the Queensland Curriculum – Industrial Technology &amp; Design (ITD).This session features a unique opportunity for educators to engage directly with local manufacturing industry representatives across key sectors including Building Supplies, Aviation/Aerospace, Health &amp; Medical, and Food &amp; Beverage. Industry leaders will share what they manufacture locally, how manufacturing is evolving through automation, robotics, sustainability and digital systems in their enterprise, and what workforce capability challenges and opportunities they see for the future.A key highlight of the morning will be an industry panel discussion, where panellists will provide real insights into:What industry want from educators in entry-level workersThe core skills required for students entering manufacturing pathwaysWhere industry can better support schools to increase student engagement and participationEducators will also participate in an interactive curriculum mapping roundtable, working alongside industry representatives to co-design classroom-relevant learning ideas, assessment project concepts, and practical ways to integrate real-world manufacturing.This workshop is ideal for school educators seeking stronger local industry connections, authentic manufacturing contexts for teaching, and new ways to build student pathways into one of the region’s most important and future-focused industries.Date: 31st March, 2026Time: 7.30am - 9.30amVenue: Maroochydore Surf ClubRSVP - COB 27th March, 2026Complimentary Breakfast - please advise dietary requirements when registering your seat.Panelists/ Industry Representatives AttendingWill Smart – Smartline MedicalWill Smart is a leader in medical manufacturing, specialising in innovative healthcare solutions and precision production. He brings valuable insight into quality systems, regulatory environments, and workforce skills needed in advanced health manufacturing.Melitta McDonald – Country ChefMelitta McDonald represents the Food &amp; Beverage manufacturing sector, with experience in large-scale food production and workforce development. She offers practical perspectives on supply chains, quality standards, and career pathways in modern food manufacturing.Tim Kelly – MEFSC (Manufacturing Excellence Forum Sunshine Coast)Tim Kelly supports manufacturing growth across the Sunshine Coast through industry engagement and capability development. He brings deep insight into regional workforce needs, advanced manufacturing trends, and building strong education–industry partnerships.John – MegabeamJohn leads innovative manufacturing operations at Megabeam, specialising in automation-driven production and high-performance engineering solutions. He contributes expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies and real-world workforce pathways.More information please contact: Principal Capability Development Officer - Melissa Neumann - melissa.neumann@nrmmrrd.qld.gov.auPlaces are limited. Please book your seat early!A certificate of particpation for PD will be provided.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/maroochydore/industry-and-educator-roundtable-connecting-curriculum-to-industry-context/100001980694589837
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Maroochydore
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Maroochy Surf Club
- **lat**: -26.6560187
- **long**: 153.1034838
- **full address**: Maroochy Surf Club, 36 Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore, Australia

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (https://allevents.in/org/department-of-regional-development-manufacturing-and-water/21266971)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am (+10:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Maroochy Surf Club, 36 Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore, Australia
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Business, health-wellness, Workshops, food-drinks
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Industry & Educator Roundtable: Connecting Curriculum to Industry Context ?
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