Perspectives & Expertise

We are frequently invited to provide commentary, contribute to publications, and speak at events and conferences. Here, we share our insights and expertise with a global audience.

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Podcast

March 2025 – Amanda chatted to Dale Sidebottom and Paul Campbell from The School of Play on Energetic Radio for a fantastic conversation about organisation, time management, and stress reduction for students. 

Episode #353.

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Podcast

February 2025 – Amanda chatted to Phil Murdoch on The Tattooed Teacher Podcast and explored various strategies including teaching time management, the impact of digital technology on students’ understanding of time, and the challenges faced by neurodivergent learners.

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Starting High School: A Practical Guide for Families

December 2024 – Amanda was interviewed for this article for students starting high school for the first time providing tips on creating an effective study space and managing independence.

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Back to school for 2025

December 2024 – Amanda was was recently featured in the Officeworks Back to School magazine, sharing her expert advice for students getting ready to go back to school (see pages 18 & 21)

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Senior High School: A Practical Guide for Families

December 2024 – Amanda was interviewed for this article for senior high school students providing  tips on creating a supportive environment and effective study space.

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September 2024 – Amanda was interviewed by Casey Neill from the Star News Group and this article appeared in various editions of the Kids Today publication across Melbourne and Geelong. 

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Book Launch

May 2024 – Amanda celebrated the launch of her first book – Conquering Time Management & Organisation a life skills handbook.

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Dystinct Magazine

Amanda had an article published on 24 May 2024 where she discussed the complexities of transitioning from primary to secondary school, providing insights, addressing common concerns, and advocating for a collaborative approach to support students’ success.

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Podcast

August 2023 – Executive Functioning for the Yarra Vally Grammar staff community about supporting all learners at YVG

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Fashion Journal

Amanda was interviewed and quoted in this article in June 2021 about ADHD and Executive Dysfunction.

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NAPO Conference April 2021

Student Organizing – The What, Why and Is It For You (online due to covid).

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The Age Newspaper

Amanda was quoted in this article on Saturday 13 February 2021 about potentially going back to learning @ home with Lockdown #3 in Victoria and it’s likely impact.

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Amanda’s Story

Angela Raspass published in May 2020 Amanda’s story on her website titled – ‘On a mission to set school students up for success’

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Podcast

Podcast with Rob Cugno from Future U Coaching April 2020 – Amanda reflects on her career to date and now on her role loving what she does as an Academic Life Coach!

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The Age Newspaper

Amanda was quoted in this article on Saturday 18 April 2020 in relation to Learning @ Home which started for her family the same week.

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Podcast

Schooling @ home – Keeping calm and organised during CODVID-19.

This is a podcast Amanda did with the Victorian Parents Council to support students with their learning @ home.

Lots of useful tips and strategies included.

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Facebook Live

LEARNING @ HOME with Amanda & Martine Oglethorpe – 19 May 2020

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Facebook Live

LEARNING @ HOME with Amanda & Kate Gladdin (nee Fitzsimons) – 22 April 2020

National Education Summit/Conference in Melbourne

Amanda is a regular presenter  at the at the National Education Summit/Conference in Melbourne amd has spoke on the following topics:

  • 2024 – Diverse Learners Symposium – Unlocking the key to executive functioning – supporting students in the classroom and beyond
  • 2019 – The importance of teaching students organisation and time management
  • 2018 – Special Needs Symposium – The Importance of Organisational and Time Management Skills for Students