Simone Billinghurst

Assistant Principal who loves her job. Passionate about Aboriginal Education. Living on Darug land. Working on Gundungurra land.

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Awesome day of learning.

[Kylie Captain @kylielcaptain]

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On Monday, my co-author Dr Cathie Burgess and I had the privilege of hosting our Leadership in Aboriginal Education professional learning day at the @australianmuseum

We were joined by leaders and passionate educators from across the nation. From Directors and Principals to Aboriginal Education Officers, all committed to leading Aboriginal Education with courage, truth, and heart. The Leader in All of Us! 🫶🏽

Together, we unpacked our ‘why’, explored research, best practice leadership and dreamed of the future we all hope to see for our nation. The conversations, reflections, and shared commitments were powerful.

A heartfelt thank you to our friends at the Australian Museum for your partnership and to Hayley and Sally for the incredible First Nations Gallery tour.

Here’s a glimpse of the feedback from participants:

“It was so inspirational and has lit a fire in me to be courageous and do more.”

“The balance between collaboration and explicit instruction was perfect.”

“Kylie and Cathie remind us of the ‘why’ and give context to what we need to do as educators.”

“I’m feeling empowered and supported to continue the journey with my school and community.”

It was a day filled with energy, excellence, and purpose, and a reminder that our future is in good hands with so many deadly educators leading the way.

If you’d like to be part of the next one, keep an eye out for our 2026 dates or send me a message to join the waitlist.

You can also explore more opportunities on my website:

https://t.co/ncGUNbelCJ

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🖤 Join the Excellence in Aboriginal Education Community

https://t.co/ZrZDvSISWm

💛 Register for the Dream Big Student Leadership Facilitator Training (online dates now open!) or enquire about a bespoke training for your school or area.

https://t.co/Pl92rtBfsr

❤️ Plan ahead for the Online Leadership Conference 2026

https://t.co/BAWM8ivTCY

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#aboriginaleducation #bethatteacher #education #dreambig

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Looking forward to this PL

[Kylie Captain @kylielcaptain]

🌟 Leadership in Aboriginal Education Professional Learning Opportunity 🌟

Places are filling fast!

Join us for Leadership in Aboriginal Education with Kylie Captain and Dr Cathie Burgess, held at the Australian Museum on Monday 27 October 2025, 9am–4pm and follow-up Zoom on Monday 24th November.

Based on the themes of the bestselling book Be That Teacher Who Makes a Difference & Lead Aboriginal Education for All Students, this immersive PD will explore:

✅ Evidence-based practices & leadership styles
✅ Relationship-based strategies for schools & communities
✅ Embedding holistic & relational curriculum and pedagogy
✅ Reflective discussion, key readings & takeaway tasks

Includes a copy of Be That Teacher who Makes a Difference and Lead Aboriginal Education for All Students, a comprehensive workbook, morning tea & lunch.

The Australian Museum | $490 inc GST
Limited places available – secure your spot today!

Register now at https://t.co/kC6T7QH0L3

#aboriginaleducation #teacherpd #professionaldevelopment #leadership #education

[Stronger Smarter Institute @StrongerSmarter]

This year’s theme reminds us of the importance of Indigenous voices in decision-making and leadership. When Indigenous knowledge systems are valued, respected, and embedded, everyone benefits.
#StrongerSmarter #WorldsIndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousKnowledge
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[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

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[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Enjoying getting to know my new Penrith Principal Network colleagues. #newschool2024

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@kylielcaptain Congratulations and well deserved.

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Love a great afternoon tea @bringellyps

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@ryannoonan5 Time to move on 👍

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@ryannoonan5 All of the above 😂

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@ryannoonan5 Yes totally agree. I’m doing the same.

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Super proud of the students of @Bringellyps representing our school at the Camden RSL Remembrance Day ceremony.

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

So glad to be a part of this Professional Learning.

[NSW DoE School Leadership Institute @NSWSLI]

A warm welcome back to Group 7 of our Growing Great Leaders program! Today our participants engage in goal theory and its impact on school improvement. Looking forward to working with our wonderful colleagues from @AucklandUni. #NSWDoEGGL

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Looking forward to this.

[NSW DoE School Leadership Institute @NSWSLI]

Registrations are open for our final Insights Series for Principals Keynote Edition for 2023! Join your colleagues in Reflecting on Leadership with international leadership expert @mattchurch
Date: 1 November.
Time: 9.30am
Find out more and register: https://t.co/JJ5rx1bd9J

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

So glad to be part of this program.

[NSW DoE School Leadership Institute @NSWSLI]

It’s been another great day of learning for our Growing Great Leaders Group 7 principals! We’ve explored relational trust, its determinants, and its impact on school outcomes. The commitment and passion of this group of school leaders is inspiring. #NSWDoEGGL

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Love my community. Working bee in the holidays #bringellyps

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@kylielcaptain Congratulations Kylie 👏

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

So much today for the Colour Run #bringellyps

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

Enjoying my day so far.

[NSW DoE School Leadership Institute @NSWSLI]

A warm welcome to our 44 principals and 11 facilitators to Day 1 of the Growing Great Leaders program! Over the next 3 days our participants will enjoy robust conversations on student-centred leadership with a focus on embedding evidence-informed theory into practice. #NSWDoEGGL

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@NSWSLI So happy to be here

[Simone Billinghurst @SimoneBillingh1]

@Wildraindreamer Way to go Trish 👍