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

By Billie Davern

Feb 20, 2025

Tegan Clydesdale of Fowles Wine will be speaking at a Strathbogie Shire International Women's Day event held at Fowles next month. Photo by Contributed

Next month, women are invited to 'March Forward' at an International Women's Day Event hosted by Strathbogie Shire Council.

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The event embraces the #AccelerateAction, while also celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, reaffirming the global push for gender equality.

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 Cr Claire Ewart-Kennedy said the event will provide an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges they face.

“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 neighbouring towns in 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