Future Tech Quest at Good Shepherd!

In partnership with ShareRing and the Age Assurance Technology Trials.

Over two exciting days, our library transformed into buzzing innovation hubs as students took part in the Future Tech Quest, a unique, hands-on opportunity to collaborate, create, and compete in the world of digital problem-solving.

The Tech Quest is a collaborative, project-based learning experience where students worked in teams to design and pitch their very own “Me Module” – a digital solution to a real-world challenge. From idea to pitch, students explored the full journey of innovation, supported by staff and real-world experts from ShareRing, an Australian-based tech company leading the way in online safety and digital identity verification.

As part of the Age Assurance Technology Trials, an Australian Government initiative designed to enforce age restrictions on social media, students engaged directly with ShareRing's cutting-edge tools, learning firsthand how technology can be used to protect young people online. Students were guided through a secure digital registration process temporary IDs provided for the event, ensuring a safe and educational experience for all.

Teams brainstormed, built, and pitched their solutions, and the creativity on display was nothing short of inspiring. From tackling mental health in the digital age to reimagining how we verify identity online, students showcased bold ideas and brilliant teamwork.

Well done to the winning team: Gemma N, Maya S, Natalia L and Lillian A, who designed an app to identify online cat phishing. Each member walked away with a brand-new iPad, and their app will go into development to be made available to the public!

Every participating student will receive a certificate of participation, celebrating their contribution to innovation and online safety in the digital world. A huge thank you goes out to our friends at ShareRing, the dedicated staff, and of course, our incredible students for making the Future Tech Quest a huge success.

Here’s to the next generation of digital problem-solvers!