Victorian Principals Association - CONNECTED - UNITED - EMPOWERED

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Shannon Cormack from Biyala Primary School to explore the incredible journey of opening a brand-new school and the leadership lessons that come with building something from the ground up. Shannon shares the excitement, challenges, and realities of creating a school community from day one, from shaping culture and building trust to establishing a vision t...

Matt doesn’t sit behind a desk, because leadership at Keilor Views Primary School isn’t something hidden behind an office door. At a school where everyone is empowered, everyone is a leader, and every voice matters, Principal Matt Borg has helped build something truly special, a thriving school community grounded in respect, connection, and belonging. For many families, this isn’t just a school; i...

Paul Kenna is a name synonymous with commitment, leadership, and service within Victorian education.  After an extraordinary 51 years serving the education system, Paul’s journey stands as a remarkable example of dedication to students, staff, schools, and the community. Throughout more than five decades in education, including many years as an outstanding principal. Paul has led with integrity, c...

We are absolutely delighted to welcome a truly inspiring leader in education, Lynn Ordish, Principal of Mossgiel Park Primary School. Lynn is the kind of principal who doesn’t just lead a school; she shapes a community. Over the years, she has built Mossgiel Park into a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where students thrive, staff feel empowered, and families feel genuinely con...

Welcome to the Victorian Principals Association Podcast — the voice of school leadership across Victoria. In this episode, we’re shining a light on the dedicated professionals who stand beside our principals every day — the VPA Member Advisors. Joining us are Geoff Agnew, Meenah Marchbank, Deborah Patterson, and Jo Menzel — experienced leaders who bring deep knowledge of education, governance, lea...

We are delighted to welcome you to our first episode of 2026, where we’re bringing together school leadership voices from across the country for a special national round table discussion on the year ahead. Joining us today are four outstanding leaders who represent principals at both state and national levels through AGPPA. We’re joined by Pat Murphy, President of QASSP in Queensland; Andrew Dalgl...

In this special end-of-year episode of the VPA Podcast, President Andrew Dalglish takes a moment to say thank you to principals and school leaders across Victoria for their dedication, leadership and commitment throughout 2025. Andrew shares a Christmas message, wishing everyone a safe, restful and joyful holiday season, also welcoming a very special guest to say a few words. The episode wraps up...

In this episode, we sit down with two of Wirrigirri Primary School’s driving forces — Principal Bec Spink and Assistant Principal Toby Russo — to explore the heart, culture, and direction of one of Victoria’s most exciting new schools. Bec brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep commitment to building a school where every child feels known, safe, and inspired. Toby adds a dynamic persp...

Michael McLean is a very humble human, one who will sit on the leaf blower and always be seen greeting his families at the front gate. A unique story of leadership that started in business and progressed to being names as Winner of Outstanding Primary Principal of the year for 2025. Listen in to his journey and and the connection and engagement happening at Kerrimuir Primary School.

Relationships are at the heart of teaching, learning and community at Elwood Primary School, Nicole Richards was recognised as Finalist in the Outstanding Primary Principal of the year awards. Listen in as she talks about her school with passion and heart. Ari Peters also joins us, Assistant Principal and highly respected leader in her own right. 

A Youth Justice Facility may not be where you expect to find hope and 'Unconditional Positive Regard', that is what we are shining a light on and have discovered. A school that's far from what's known to mainstream society and one that's doing unbelievable things to support young people on their journey when they find themselves on the wrong side of the law. Congrats to Parkville College on sharin...

Welcome - Andrew Dalgleish introduces the VPA podcast - learn a bit about the association and the President. An informative chat about the education system, challenges, exciting times and the future of the association.