Women called on to ‘March Forward’ in Strathbogie Shire event

March Forward will strive to call individuals, businesses and communities to action for them to take bold steps towards lasting, national and global change.

The event will involve a special afternoon tea, dubbed ‘Ladies Who Shoot Their Lunch’, which is to feature a lineup of noteworthy guest speakers.

The impressive lineup will include Alexandra Parker, a renowned photographer and film director, state Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland and Tegan Clydesdale, a dedicated Fowles winemaker.

Strathbogie Shire Mayor Claire Ewart-Kennedy said the event would provide an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges they faced.

“International Women’s Day is a time to acknowledge the incredible contributions of women in our community and beyond,” Cr Ewart-Kennedy said.

“Our event will bring people together to inspire action and create conversations that drive real change.”

The event will be held at Fowles Wine on Friday, March 7 from 2pm to 4pm.

Transport will be available from Violet Town, Euroa and Nagambie; however, bookings are essential as places are limited.

“As mayor, I am immensely proud to lead a council comprising four female and three male councillors, reflecting a gender ratio that surpasses the state average,” Cr Ewart-Kennedy said.

“In the 2024 local government elections, women constituted just over 43 per cent of elected councillors in Victoria, falling short of the state’s 50 per cent target for 2025.

“Our council not only exceeds this average, but also benefits from a workforce where women represent half of our employees, aligning with the broader trend in Victoria.

“We encourage everyone to join us in celebrating women’s achievements, learning from their experiences and committing to actions that push us closer to true gender equality.”

For more information on the event, and to secure your place, visit tiny.cc/z0w8001