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HEUG ANZ 2025: Higher Education Strategy and Innovation on the Gold Coast | Featuring Prof. John Dewar AO

  • 1.  HEUG ANZ 2025: Higher Education Strategy and Innovation on the Gold Coast | Featuring Prof. John Dewar AO

    Posted 09-24-2025 07:33 PM

    Join us on the Gold Coast for HEUG ANZ 2025, where we'll deliver a dynamic program focused on leadership insights, sector strategy, and innovation in higher education. This year's conference brings together thought leaders, practitioners, and technology experts to explore how institutions are navigating change and shaping the future of the sector.


    Keynote Address: Professor John Dewar AO
    Emeritus Professor, La Trobe University | Partner, KordaMentha
    Professor Dewar will open the conference with reflections on trust, leadership, and transformation in a time of sector-wide change.

    Panel Session: Riding the Wave of Change
    Technology, trust, and the future of universities - a conversation with sector leaders on how institutions are responding to evolving policy, funding, and digital landscapes.


    Program Highlights Include:

    • One Policy, Many Paths: How Universities are Navigating Commonwealth Prac Payments
      Featuring a case study from the University of Newcastle
      Senior leaders will share strategies, challenges, and lessons learned in implementing Commonwealth Prac Payments across their institutions. This session includes a real-world case study from the University of Newcastle, showcasing rapid rollout and sector-wide collaboration - with key takeaways for future initiatives.

    • From Parallel Paths to Shared Purpose – UniSA & Uni Adelaide Merger
      Lessons in communication and cultural alignment two years into a major institutional transformation.

    • From Insight to Action – Oracle Fusion AI in Finance
      Learn how embedded AI is helping finance teams automate decision loops and shift focus to strategic priorities.

    • Presented by Oracle: Autonomous Finance – Reimagining Finance Operations
      Discover how AI is transforming finance roles from transactional execution to strategic oversight through Oracle Fusion Applications.

    • The Human-AI Partnership – Oracle Cloud HCM
      See how AI can help HR teams deliver human-centric experiences and empower staff through intelligent automation.

    • Identify a Resilient Approach to Your ERP
      Explore five strategic approaches to ERP transformation and how institutions can build agility and maturity into their long-term planning.


    Pre-Conference Event
    CMS User Group Global Community Forum
    Held the day before HEUG ANZ kicks off
    πŸ”— Register separately

    This half-day forum is ideal for curriculum management professionals – from daily CMS users to senior leaders. Preview new features, share best practices, and help shape the future of curriculum systems.


    Accommodation Offer – Mantra at Sharks
    Travelling to the Gold Coast? Mantra at Sharks is offering a 10% discount for HEUG ANZ attendees.
    To book, contact the hotel directly and quote "Griffith University":
    πŸ“§ mantra.res@southportsharks.com.au
    πŸ“ž 07 5603 3200
    πŸ“ Melia Ct, Southport QLD
    Note: Discount only available via direct booking (not online).


    Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and lead.
    πŸ‘‰ Register now and join us on the Gold Coast



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    Brittany Moon MBA
    HEUG Executive Director
    Higher Education User Group
    bmoon@heug.org
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