Lunch and Learn - How to Succeed in AI without Really Trying

Date

18 Jun 2026

Duration

One 45-minute face-to-screen session. 12:30PM - 1:15PM (AEST)

Event type

Events

Location

Australia wide (Virtual)

Max Capacity

150 seats

Generative AI can sometimes feel a bit like magic... until it gives you something wildly confident, yet completely wrong. This session is about getting the benefits of tools like Copilot and other Gen-AI systems without needing to become an AI specialist, prompt engineer, or digital detective.

We’ll look at how and where to use these tools effectively in everyday work, how to customise them to get better results, and how to sense-check what they produce before you rely on it. Along the way, we’ll cover practical tips, useful habits, and a few simple tricks that can make AI much more helpful, and much less chaotic.

Whether you’re just curious about Gen-AI or already using it and wondering if there’s a better way, this session* will help you work smarter, avoid common pitfalls, and build confidence using AI in a practical APS context.

*Please note this event will be recorded. You can view this video and other MasterCraft Series events here.

Presenter

Berin Denham

Berin is Copilot Champion at DEWR and former Innovation Lead at the Department of Education. A self-professed AI nerd, he has delivered more than 60 Copilot training sessions to over 3,000 attendees, helping public servants build confidence with AI and apply it in practical, effective ways.

With a background in singing and dancing, Berin is also a seasoned performer who brings energy, clarity, and humour to every session. He is passionate about making AI approachable, useful, and much less intimidating for everyday work.

Facilitator

Anthony Dusan, APSC

Participant benefits

Gain a better sense of how and where to use Copilot and other Gen-AI tools effectively.
Learn practical techniques for customising AI tools and prompts to improve results.
Develop the skills to critically assess AI-generated content before using it in your work.

Suitable for

All Staff

Category and User level

This learning experience aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.

Price

Free of charge.

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