Published - 15 October 2020 Fast-tracking innovative female founders When Gippsland microbiologist Emily Scholes entered Startup Gippsland’s 12-week Regional Incubator Program, she had no idea her fledgling business could soon be used to help … Read More coronavirus, entrepreneur, Rural women, science, start-up, technology Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 A voice for Aboriginal leadership A new advisory group of eight inspirational women is working to design a leadership program to advance the participation of Aboriginal¹ women across government, businesses … Read More Aboriginal, advisory group, inclusion, indigenous, leadership, Rural women Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 Entering a new chapter This time last year, Byaduk resident and fifth-generation farmer Jackie Elliott was welcoming almost 200 women from around Victoria to an inaugural event she organised … Read More International Day of Rural Women, magazine, Rural women Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 Open door to free services A growing network of specialist regional hubs are providing free community support for people experiencing or using family violence. The Orange Door is an Australian … Read More family violence, free services, Orange Door Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 Support to cut energy bill costs This year has presented many financial pressures for people across the state, who may be unaware of available support or effective ways to cut the … Read More bills, energy bills, financial support Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 Update: Events What are you doing to celebrate International Day of Rural Women in October? Why not get involved in a range of free virtual events recognising … Read More Events, International Day of Rural Women, Rural women Home, Newsletter
Published - 15 October 2020 Contribute to the magazine Do you know a remarkable rural woman who deserves to be recognised, or do you have an inspiring tale to tell from rural or regional … Read More magazine, Network Connect, writer Home, Newsletter
Published - 20 August 2020 Celebrating remarkable rural women Rural women rely on each other for connection, knowledge and support. This month’s Victorian Rural Women’s Network newsletter profiles remarkable rural women who continue to … Read More connection, coronavirus, leadership, online event, Rural women Home, Newsletter
Published - 20 August 2020 Apply now: Leadership and Mentoring Program 2021 The Minister for Agriculture, Jaclyn Symes, launched the 2021 Victorian Rural Women’s Leadership and Mentoring Program (the Leadership Program), supported by Agriculture Victoria and the … Read More agriculture, leadership, leadership program, Rural women Home, Newsletter
Published - 20 August 2020 Online cuppa connects rural women Hundreds of rural, regional and city-based women took the opportunity to connect and share ideas and experiences at the Victorian Rural Women’s Network’s free online … Read More connection, Country Cuppa, networking, online event, Rural women Home, Newsletter