2025 WA Annual Maths Conference
The Mathematical Association of Western Australia hosted the 2025 WA Annual Maths Conference at the Crown Convention Centre, Burswood, from 19–21 November, marking a wonderful celebration of mathematics education across the state. 
The annual conference brought together teachers from early childhood, primary, secondary and post-secondary education, supporting them in expanding their professional knowledge, practice and engagement in mathematics education. All three days welcomed educators from K–12+, with Wednesday dedicated to Leaders.
This year’s conference theme highlighted the vital role educators play in fostering deep mathematical understanding. The conference equipped teachers with practical strategies, innovative resources and research-informed approaches that helped create engaging and meaningful learning experiences. With a strong focus on building teacher confidence and capacity, sessions explored ways to spark curiosity, develop problem-solving skills and guide students beyond rote learning toward genuine understanding.
As participants connected, collaborated and inspired one another, the event truly celebrated the shared commitment to transforming mathematics education across Western Australia.
Dr Matt Sexton
Dr Matt Sexton is the Director of the Mathematics Teaching and Learning Centre (MTLC) and Senior Lecturer at Australian Catholic University (ACU). Before working at ACU, Matt was a classroom teacher and numeracy coordinator in primary schools, as well as enacting the role of education sector mathematics consultant.
In 2024, Matt was awarded the Early Career Research Award at the MERGA conference for an outstanding paper and presentation that focused on his PhD about the leadership activity of mathematics leaders in schools.
With a passionate commitment to building relationships through school-university partnerships, Matt works closely with schools, often teaching mathematics lessons and working with students, teachers, and mathematics leaders in school settings. Matt’s academic interests include mathematics leadership practice in schools, the development of teachers’ mathematical pedagogical reasoning, and pedagogical practices that engage students in mathematics learning.
Dr Matt Sexton delivered Thursday’s Keynote: Moving from “Should” to “Could”: Seeking Opportunities to Enact Professional Agency in Mathematics Education.
Dr Matt Sexton’s keynote presentation was sponsored by Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Professor Amie Albrecht
Amie Albrecht is a Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of South Australia. She teaches secondary mathematics curriculum to pre-service teachers and focuses on developing mathematical thinking and positive attitudes toward mathematics.
Her award-winning teaching and research explore authentic mathematical practices in curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment, as well as teacher development through professional learning.
Previously, her work as a mathematician centred on real-world applications, including railway scheduling and energy-efficient driving strategies. Amie connects with educators across Australia and globally through workshops, her blog (amiealbrecht.com), and social media (@nomad_penguin / @nomadpenguin).
Professor Amie Albrecht delivered Friday’s Keynote: Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Why Pedagogical Pragmatism Matters.
