FAQs

We’re pleased to announce that the 34th National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’ will be co-hosted with TAFE Queensland at the Robina Events Centre.

Conveniently situated in the heart of Robina on the Gold Coast, the Robina Events Centre is state-of-the art event space which has been developed with sustainability in mind.

A portion of profits from Robina Events Centre are reinvested into new educational equipment, scholarships and sustainability focused community projects.

Registration for the 34th National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’ will open in April 2025.

If you'd like to be notified when registration becomes available, please complete this form.

Delegates will be able to register for the 34th National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’ on this website from April 2025.

This will be communicated via NCVER News and our social media channels. If you would like to be notified when registration becomes available, please complete this form.

For any questions or enquiries, please email events@ncver.edu.au or contact NCVER's Events and Marketing Officer Nicki Davidson on 08 8230 8451

Keynotes, presentations, forums, and workshops will be delivered in person, and delegates will once again have the opportunity to network with colleagues face-to-face. No sessions will be recorded.

NCVER is committed to supporting sustainability practice and reducing the impact of events on the environment.

Every little change we make as event planners and conference attendees is a step in the right direction. We encourage all attendees, sponsors, exhibitors and suppliers to also consider environmentally friendly options when attending a ‘No Frills’ conference.

Our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint include:

• Printed materials are kept to a bare minimum. Attendees are encouraged to use electronic resources such as referring to the event app or conference website.
• Sponsors and Exhibitors are encouraged to exercise environmental values and practices in their participation.
• Provide exhibitors with trestle tables rather than booths.

What you can do:

• If budget allows, when booking your flight, choose to offset your carbon footprint.
• Choose to follow the waste separation instructions at the venue and at your accommodation.
• Bring a reusable bag to carry your conference materials in.
• Recycle where possible.
• Go paperless where you can and make use of the event app.
• Use a reusable water bottle and refill from dedicated water stations.

One of the reasons we have chosen to host the 2025 ‘No Frills’ conference at the Robina Events Centre is because of their strong sustainability focus. The Robina Events Centre takes pride in reducing their carbon footprint and ensuring that each event they host is eco-friendly. From utilising energy-efficient technologies to sourcing locally-sourced and sustainable products, they are dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment.

To further their commitment to sustainability, they have taken various steps to reduce their carbon footprint and minimize their impact on the environment. The Robina Events Centre is equipped with energy-efficient lighting, recycle and compost waste, and work with local suppliers who share their commitment to sustainability.

Abstracts for the 34th National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’ can be submitted here from 25th November 2024 to 7th March 2025.

Abstract submissions are open until 7th March 2025.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application from 24^th March 2025.

Yes, all presenters must register for the conference as a full paying delegate.

Information on registration package fees will be available in April 2025. If you'd like to be notified when registration becomes available, please complete this form.