Again this term, I have attended a number of PPC meetings both in person and via zoom. Impressive  to say the least. I am in awe of the strength and energy displayed by colleagues across the state. Never has it been more important to prioritise your attendance at these meetings. The collective genius in the room and the commitment to Public Education is so apparent. The workforce fatigue is also very real and just below the surface. What I am noticing though is the strength of the conversations being had and the opportunities created to check in on each other and share the stories that are solved or in fact normalised.

Rising issues that are PPC specific is critical. These issues will be directed to the relevant Chairpersons and in many instances directly dealt with by the Executive and myself with relevant DoE contacts and personnel. Remember to seek support early if required – a phone call or an email early allows things to be addressed.

On behalf of the NSWPPA State Executive we truly appreciate the opportunity to work with your and tap into the issues and celebrations in your area. Never hesitate to reach out to us. Some of the best opportunities to solve emerging issues are in the casual conversations had when meeting together.

Greg McLaren and I had the opportunity to spend time with our Deniliquin PPC colleagues. It was a meeting packed with quality. Last week Michael Trist and I met with the Armidale PPC at Inverell. What a fabulous part of the world and what a collegial and committed group of colleagues. Our regional and rural colleagues travel incredible distances to connect for these meetings. Thank you for making us so welcome. These groups operate with such purpose, commitment and energy was a credit to these colleagues individually as well as collectively. Again, a huge thank you to those who had such a distance to travel.

The executive and I have also spent time with the Sutherland PPC , Queanbeyan PPC, Central Coast PPC, Penrith |Blue Mountains PPC and this week we will be travelling to the North Coast Conference.  Connecting with colleagues is an instant injection of wellbeing.