Philippa has been involved with Science Teachers Association of NSW for the last 25 years and is currently the co-ordinator for the Young Scientist Award Scheme. She recently retired from the AIS where she had spent eight years as a teaching and learning consultant. During this time, she was closely involved with the development of the current science and technology syllabus as well as providing expert guidance for the new draft syllabus. Philippa has run numerous courses, as well as providing in school professional learning, in science and technology.