Hear Us Roar: Take your seat at the Conversation at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference 2025

Early childhood professionals across South East Queensland are being invited to take their seat at the conversation and “Hear Us Roar” at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference (MBELC), returning to UniSC Moreton on Saturday, 15 November 2025.

Hosted at one of the region’s most inspiring education venues, this year’s theme Hear Us Roar celebrates the passion, professionalism, and powerful collective voice of the early learning sector. The conference promises a full day of professional learning, networking, and inspiration for educators, teachers, and leaders who are shaping the future of early education.

With the support of major sponsors Sesame Lane, University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay, Northside Cleaning Supplies, and TAFE Queensland the MBELC Committee has secured substantial financial backing that helps to keep ticket prices low while delivering a high quality professional learning experience.

Investing in Professional Growth

The MBELC is an opportunity for early childhood professionals to invest in their development, build connections, and engage in conversations that matter. The 2025 program features keynote presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to inspire reflection, innovation, and renewed purpose across all levels of the sector.

Attendees can look forward to:

• Keynote presentations from sector leaders and UniSC academics.
• Interactive workshops exploring topics from child safeguarding and Aboriginal perspectives to nutrition, play, and educator wellbeing.
• Networking opportunities with peers and local organisations shaping the future of early learning.
• A swag bag filled with resources and sponsored gifts.
• Lunch and refreshments included in the ticket price.

Support Through Kindy Uplift

Approved Kindergarten providers can consider using Kindy Uplift funding to support their teachers’ attendance at the conference. With sessions focused on pedagogy, wellbeing, inclusion, and quality practice, the MBELC aligns strongly with Kindy Uplift’s goal of enhancing outcomes for children through targeted professional learning. It’s an ideal way for services to invest funding into evidence-based opportunities that build teacher capability and confidence.

A Stellar Line-up

This year’s MC is Julie Cross, known affectionately as Sparkles, whose energy and inspirational message will set the tone for a day of empowerment and connection.

Keynote presenters include:

• Dr Shannon Hodges, Associate Professor, UniSC Finding Your Why: Creating Meaning and Purpose in a Challenging Profession
• Melinda Miller, Director, Learning First Five Early Learning Connecting with Passion and Purpose with Your Environments

Workshop presenters represent some of the most respected names in early learning, including Bravehearts, Curiosity Approach, Kids Dig Food, The Banyans Health and Wellness, Triballink, and TAFE Queensland.

Convenient and Accessible

Located next to the Petrie train station and offering free onsite parking, UniSC Moreton provides a modern and accessible venue ideal for a day of collaboration and learning. Its light filled spaces and professional facilities perfectly capture the spirit of innovation and connection that define the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference.

Strengthening the Sector

Now in its fifth year, the MBELC continues to strengthen the early childhood workforce across the Moreton Bay region and beyond. It provides a vital platform for educators and teachers to share practice, explore new ideas, and raise their collective voice in shaping the future of early learning.

Secure Your Seat

Early bird tickets are now available offering exceptional value for a full day of learning, inspiration, and connection.

Early Bird Tickets closing 12th October, oder your tickets here.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that celebrates the passion and professionalism of our sector. Join the conversation. Hear us roar.