Kate Buchanan is a Geography and Humanities teacher at St Thomas More College. She has worked in Queensland schools for six years and has experience teaching Geography, History and Religion across Years 7–12. Prior to teaching, Kate was an urban planner and demographer. She has experience as a QCAA endorser and confirmer for Geography and as a committee member of the GTAQ. Kate is passionate about the importance of Geography as a discipline to help students understand the world and their place in it. 

Kathleen Collin has taught history to students across Years 7 to 12 in New South Wales and Queensland and has led Humanities faculties in Catholic and Independent schools. As a member of the Queensland History Teachers’ Association, she has delivered professional development opportunities for teachers and webinars for senior students. Kathleen has also been employed as a Confirmer and External Assessment Marker by the QCAA and NESA.

Benjamin Hegerty (lead author: History) is a History teacher and Head of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stuartholme School in Brisbane. He is an executive member and past Vice-President of the Queensland History Teachers’ Association (QHTA) and has contributed to the QCAA in various roles, as the Brisbane Central District Review Panel Chair for Ancient History, QCAA Subject Matter Expert for Ancient History, Lead Endorser and Lead Confirmer.  Ben was involved as a contributing author for the Cambridge University Press textbook, Senior Ancient History for Queensland.

Nina Holland has been a high school teacher since 2003, teaching humanities subjects Senior Geography and junior Humanities. Within this job, Nina has also created opportunities for teachers to network and share their knowledge through the development of the ‘Gold Coast GeoNet’. Nina is currently an Experience Senior Teacher with Education QLD and part of the GTAQ committed to Building Geography in Queensland as she is passionate about sharing more geography with more teachers. 

Richard Leo is a leading education professional with over 25 years of experience in both the higher education and secondary school sectors. He currently works as a National Research Coordinator for Together for Humanity, as well as a Research Assistant in the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) at the University of Queensland. Richard is also an Initial Teacher Education Practicum Facilitator at the University of Queensland. Previously, Richard lectured in higher education in the Education and History disciplines. He has also worked in schools in Tasmania, South Australia and Queensland, where he taught History and English and served as a Head of Department (HASS). Richard has published several articles and peer-reviewed book chapters in history, sustainable development and humanities education.

Jessica Prouten has been teaching in Queensland schools for over 15 years, teaching across a range of curriculum areas from History, to English, Business, Geography and Legal Studies. She has also been involved in designing ACARA-based programs stretching business down to the primary years. Jessica is currently a Head of Department at The Southport School and has been involved in the implementation of the new QCE. 

Alison Quin is descended from the Tagalak people of the Gulf Country of far north Queensland. Alison has worked in First Nations education through her career, starting as a high school teacher and moving into community-led education initiatives. Her vision is for all students in Australia to learn about and through the two knowledge traditions of this continent – First Nations and Anglo-Australian – to create a future that respects and empowers this Country and its many peoples. 

Natasha Rosky is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of experience teaching history in Australia and abroad. As the Head of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at The Southport School, Natasha is committed to instilling in her students a passion for history and the humanities. She is a skilled designer of inquiry-based assessments that effectively link theory and practice, and she has developed numerous resources to support students. Natasha is a reputable assessor and member of the Queensland History Teachers Association.

Emily Sill is a Head of Faculty in Business and Technology at Lourdes Hill College in Brisbane. She actively supports business education in Queensland and has taught Business, Economics and Mathematics for over a decade. Emily has developed resources to support students in Senior Business, is an experienced assessor, and is a member of the Business Educator’s Association of Queensland's executive team.