DATTA WA

03/03/2026

Back by popular demand — Jewellery PL with Phil Christmas (Only 8 places!). Join us on 19 March 2026, 3:30–6:30 pm at Woodvale Secondary College to make a ring or pendant, learn 3D printing & casting, and discover cost-saving electroplating techniques. Perfect for makers and jewellery enthusiasts. Book quickly — limited spots!

$25 per person - Secure your place: https://wix.to/Qimvqaz

17/02/2026

Beyond Tools Educators Event - Wednesday 18th February

Please support the Associations supporters!

ATTENTION EDUCATORS
Nibbles & Drinks Provided + Raffle & Giveaways on the night
DEMO’S Latest school range of wood carving, metal working
machinery & handtools Kapex, dust extractors & sanders
CNC, CO2 Laser Machine
23 EXHIBITION DVE, MALAGA
9209 7400
RSVP [email protected]

Wednesday 18th February 4-6pm

08/12/2025

Congratulations to Phillip Christmas. Phil has received the DATTA WA Leadership in Education Award for 2025. Phil is recognised nationally for his craftsmanship, but equally for his generosity as a mentor. His leadership has supported greater opportunity, access, and gender equity in this unique and important context.

Phil Christmas - Woodvale Secondary College

I graduated from ECU in 1991, fortunate to learn from exceptional lecturers like Andy McEwan and also supportive peers. My teaching career began at Ravensthorpe District High School, which gave me both a strong foundation and a wife. In 1996 I moved to Woodvale SC, where Charlie Tetlow introduced me to teaching Jewellery—my passion ever since. Since 2002 I have taught Jewellery almost exclusively from Years 9 to 12. I am grateful to the many giants who shaped my practice, including Ken Sampbell, Peter Forrest, Ken Westover, Roland Penno, Bill Vos, Paul Moro, and technicians Frank Thomas and David Castledini. Seeing students enter the Jewellery Industry or go on to ECU to become Technologies teachers has been a profound reward. I aim to share all I’ve learned and hope one day a former student will take my place. Outside school, I enjoy my kelpies, time in the shed, and worshipping Jesus at Bassendean Church of Christ. The love of my life and an amazing strengthener is my wife of 29 years, Karen.

08/12/2025

Congratulations to Carl Scarfone. Carl is the DATTA WA Secondary Educator of the Year for 2025. A very worthy recipient doing great things in his school to the benefit of both his colleagues and students at Swan Valley Anglican Community School.

Carl Scarfone – Head of Department: Technologies
Carl Scarfone is an innovative educator dedicated to preparing students for a rapidly changing world. As Head of Department, he leads curriculum design and fosters learning that emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and digital fluency. Carl has played a key role in embedding the SVACS Learner Profile within the Technologies learning area. He has actively contributed to the School’s New Metrics for Success Research Practice partnership with Melbourne Metrics at the University of Melbourne. This has been evidenced through his engagement with the implementation of the Australian Learner Competency Credential into Vocational Education and Training programs. He also champions VET, overseeing pathways through Certificate II in Furniture Making and Certificate II in Engineering, equipping students with practical skills and industry readiness. Beyond the classroom, Carl promotes Esports as a platform for teamwork and digital citizenship, leading student participation and achieving success in The Fuse Cup, an international Esports competition for schools.

03/12/2025

Check out current vacancies at SEDA College WA. Contact SEDA College WA to know more about current vacancies at SEDA College WA

18/11/2025

Job Opportunity - St John Bosco College in Piara Waters
Seeking Technologies Teacher (Woodwork/Metalwork) – Term 1, 2026 start (Ongoing)
https://www.stjohnbosco.wa.edu.au/employment/

10/11/2025

Its the final week for DATTA WA Conference Tickets - sales will close at 5pm on Friday 14/11.
Get in now to secure your place!

*Student registration – available for those studying who hold a current Student Identification Card. To be eligible you will need to upload a copy of your student ID card or a written statement from your supervisor verifying your student status during the registration process.

07/11/2025

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School L...

06/11/2025

A big thank you to the guys at Felder Group last night. we were given a great demonstration of the Preventative Contact System installed on their K series Table Saws (note this video shows the bigger Kappa series machine). This is worth a look for all schools - drop away blade on contact and able to be reset straight away without any destruction of parts, loss of time or need for replacement of any parts. Ground breaking and really we should all be asking why our schools haven't got this machine or planning to buy one. Its a no brainer.

Felder will work with schools to make sure you have the right set up you need. They will also be at the Conference this year, so have a chat with them about the what they can do for your school.

https://www.felder-group.com/en-au/products/table-saws-c1947/sliding-table-panel-saw-k-740-s-p4129461?vid=3966825

Check out the video and images below for the demonstration

23/10/2025

Join us at Felder Group Education Showcase https://wix.to/rEin8aC

23/10/2025

Premier's Science Awards 2025: STEM Educator of the Year (Schools) Finalist

Lets all show our support for Stuart - he was our DT Educator of the Year in 2024!

https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-energy-and-economic-diversification/premiers-science-awards-peoples-choice-award

VOTE NOW!

Stuart Carr is a Design and Technologies teacher at Applecross Senior High School, where he leads innovative, hands-on STEM programs that inspire students to solve real-world problems.

Stuart’s teaching empowers students of all abilities to engage meaningfully with STEM – through hands-on engineering challenges, inclusive design projects, cross-age primary partnerships and real-world applications that connect learning to life beyond the classroom.

A recipient of the 2024 Best Design and Technology Teacher in WA award, Stuart also supports staff development through workshops on inclusive technologies and digital tools, helping to build a more future-ready, collaborative school community.

23/10/2025

FOR SALE - CR Clarke Thermoforming station.

Our forming station has been in storage for a couple of years due to changing projects in the workshop and it’s now time for it to find a new home for others to create exciting things with!

No issues with the machine, heating element and vacuum all work the last time it was checked over. Comes with some plastic for the thermo forming as well as instruction manual and a few odds and ends.

Pickup from Guildford Grammar School. Machine is on wheels and will need a trailer or similar to transport.

More info on the machine can be found at
https://www.crclarke.co.uk/products/911-thermoforming-centre

call Aidan on 0429 611 058

$3500 ono