Welcome to our website
The Home Economics Institute of Australia Inc. (HEIA) is the peak professional body for home economists in Australia. HEIA advocates for the interests of professionals working in education, industry, community health, consumer affairs and family and household management. We inform and educate both members and the broader community about the vital role of home economics in modern life. Through a range of resources, professional development opportunities, and events, HEIA supports the growth of home economics education and practice. We also work to influence policy and raise awareness, advocating for the recognition and advancement of home economics across Australia.
Thank you for visiting our website – we keep you updated here with the latest news and events.
You can also now easily sign up and renew your membership online.
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Early release alert! Celebrate World Home Economics Day with our tea towels!
13th December 2025
Get in early! To help schools and members prepare for World Home Economics Day on 21 March, we are r... [more] -
Rosie Sciacca's AI in the classroom series recordings available
04th November 2025
There has been phenomenal interest and amazing feedback from participants about Rosie Sciacca’... [more] -
Money smarts
17th August 2025
With the rising cost of living on everyone’s minds, building strong financial skills is more i... [more]
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Industry 5.0 Food and Textile Design Education seminar
Join your fellow Home Economics peers in Tasmania for a day of exploration and learnings as we forecast into the fifth industrial revolution, where technology and ethics come together to foster a more sustainable and technologically productive future for food and textiles. The day will consist of a gathering of educators and industry professionals who will engage within a range of interactive workshops and talks coming away with practical educational strategies. See More |
10 April 2026 |
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HEIA(Q) state conference 2026
Save the date -HEIA(Q) have set the date for their 2026 annual conference at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. More details to come. See More |
31 July 2026 |
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HEIA national conference 2027
Something exciting is coming your way! It's our 2027 national conference in Sydney. Get ready for fresh ideas, bold thinking, and inspiration! Keep 4–7 July 2027 free in your calendar. Full details regarding speakers and opportunities to present concurrent sessions will be shared as they come to hand, but we promise it is an event you will not want to miss. Stay tuned! See More |
4 July 2027 - 7 July 2027 |
