PETAA 2026 Leading with Literacy Conference

The Primary English Teaching Association Australia (PETAA) presents their 2026 'Leading with Literacy' conference, bringing together literacy educators from across Australia for an inspiring program of keynotes, workshops, and professional networking. This flagship annual event features an exceptional lineup of internationally renowned speakers including Nell Duke, a leading researcher in literacy education; Deslea Konza, an expert in reading instruction and intervention; Steve Graham, a world authority on writing instruction; and Helen Adam. The conference addresses the full spectrum of primary English and literacy teaching, from evidence-based reading instruction to writing pedagogy, oral language development, and the integration of digital literacies. PETAA's conference has earned a devoted following among Australian primary educators, with attendees consistently praising it as a career-reinvigorating experience that reconnects them with their passion for teaching. The event takes place at Novotel Parramatta in Sydney, with options for in-person attendance, live online participation, or on-demand viewing after the event. For primary English and literacy educators seeking professional development grounded in current research and delivered by the field's leading voices, PETAA's annual conference is one of Australia's premier professional learning events.