2026 HTASA State Conference
The HTASA Conference Committee is pleased to announce the opening of registrations for our 2026 State Conference: Accepting History. The conference will be held on Friday, 22 May 2026 at the Education Development Centre, Hindmarsh.
Registration bookings can be made via Humanitix: https://tinyurl.com/2026HTASA
Keynote Speakers
In 2026, we are pleased to welcome the following keynote speakers to the HTASA State Conference.
Dr Catherine Kevin
Dr Catherine Kevin earned her PhD in History from the University of Sydney in 2004. She has held notable positions at SBS Television and the Menzies Centre for Australian Studies at King’s College London. Since 2007, she has been a member of the Flinders University History Department. Catherine specialises in Australian and feminist history, focusing on gendered violence, the politics and experience of the reproductive body, and Indigenous–settler relations. Her work contributes significantly to both academic discourse and classroom practice.
Rachel Perkins
Rachel Perkins is an influential cultural leader dedicated to preserving Aboriginal cultures and amplifying Indigenous voices across Australia. A proud Arrernte and Kalkadoon woman, she is a renowned filmmaker with a 30-year career. She founded Blackfella Films and has produced award-winning dramas and documentaries, including The Australian Wars in collaboration with Culture is Life. Rachel’s work promotes cultural preservation, education, and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Workshop Offerings
The HTASA Committee strives to ensure all workshops offered through our training and conferences are relevant, engaging, and appropriate for teachers across all year levels, sites, and sectors. We extend our sincere thanks to all presenters who make this possible.
In 2026, we are offering three workshop streams. Workshop schedules can be accessed here: 2026 HTASA State Conference Workshop Overviews
During the booking process, delegates will be required to select workshops to ensure appropriate allocation of spaces and resources. Please share this information with interested members at your site.
Discounted Registration Rates
HTASA recognises the financial constraints faced by many schools. In 2026, we are offering:
Conference Timing
Following feedback from members in 2025, the Conference Committee has scheduled the 2026 State Conference on a Friday. Additionally, holding the conference in Term 3 was not feasible for some schools.
We understand this timing may not suit all sites every year; however, we aim to accommodate as many members as possible by alternating scheduling where possible.
We thank you for your continued support of HTASA and look forward to welcoming South Australia’s History teachers to our annual event.
