CELEBRATING WOMEN
International Women's Day 2025 Event Series!
Join us for an Inspiring Weekend in Mudgee
Friday 7th - Sunday 9th March 2025
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Get ready to "March Forward" with an incredible lineup of events in beautiful Mudgee, celebrating women’s achievements, fostering connections, and inspiring change. With a packed schedule from a lively trivia night to an elegant long lunch and boutique markets, this is your chance to join a vibrant community of women and allies honoring International Women’s Day 2025.
JOIN US FOR...
3 Incredible Events in 2025
TRIVIA NIGHT
Friday 7th March
Roth's Wine Bar
6pm - 9pm
Join us for an entertaining night of trivia celebrating female icons, innovators and trailblazers at Roth's Wine Bar.
Test your knowledge, enjoy delicious wines and share some yummy pizzas and plates with friends old and new.
Ticketed Event
IWD FABULOUS LONG LUNCH
Saturday 8th March
The Barn @ Blue Wren
12pm - 4pm
Join us on International Women's Day for our infamous Fabulous Long Lunch - a three course sit down lunch served with local Mudgee wines and inspiring speakers.
This year's theme yet to be announced by the UN, but trust us when we say we'll be joined by some amazing speakers!
Ticketed Event
THE VINEYARD SOCIAL
Sunday 9th March
Burnbrae Wines
10am - 2pm
Wrap a weekend of celebration strolling the grounds of Burnbrae Wines enjoying live music, boutique markets, workshops and delicious local food.
This event is an open event for all to women to attend, and holders of a "Weekend Ticket" will receive complimentary Coffee & Pastry on arrival.
Free To Attend
Why Attend?
Be Inspired by Leading Voices:
Our IWD Fabulous Long Lunch keynote speakers, Shelly Horton and Lisa Cox, bring unique stories of resilience, empowerment, and advocacy. These speakers are not only role models but true champions of women’s empowerment and gender equality.
Celebrate in Good Company:
Get the girls together - friends, family, or colleagues - and enjoy a weekend of meaningful connections and shared experiences.
Soak Up the Charm of Mudgee:
Known for its stunning landscapes, boutique wineries, and warm hospitality, Mudgee is the ideal setting for a relaxing and rejuvenating celebration.
Meet your Fabulous Long Lunch Speakers...
Lisa Cox
Keynote Speaker
Lisa Cox is an award-winning corporate advertiser, author, TEDx speaker, and internationally acclaimed disability advocate.
Known for her rousing public speaking style and insightful business acumen, Lisa is changing social attitudes towards disability, and helping reshape the way it’s represented in the industries that shape our perceptions
Shelly Horton
Keynote Speaker
TV personality Shelly Horton turned her struggle with perimenopause into a mission to educate others, helping to break the stigma and silence surrounding
menopause in the workplace.
After nearly quitting her job due to symptoms like anxiety and depression, she found relief through a knowledgeable GP and now co-leads "Don’t Sweat It," a program designed to empower women to thrive in their careers during menopause.
Rebecca Saunders
Host & Emcee
Serial entrepreneur, veteran business coach and Mudgee local Rebecca Saunders is an expert in helping isolated regional business women feel and stay connected.
She founded The Champagne Lounge as a safe space for regional business women to connect, support and celebrate without fear of judgement.
What attendees say about our events...
"Inspiring! What a wonderful event it was, can't wait until next years one. I already have some friends lined up who also want to attend!"
"It was the most wonderful day. I met some fabulous people, listed to very inspiring women and enjoyed the break from my everyday work life to feed my soul and my imagination. Can't wait for next year!"
"It simply flew past - catching up with old friends and clients, meeting new people, the great chats, the food, wine and the speakers kept me entertained for hours. Time flies when you're having fun!"
"It was great! Perfect mix of information and networking while also being a celebration of women in business."
"It was a really nice afternoon. It was lovely to mix with people I didn’t know as everyone was so friendly. Rebecca made me feel welcomed and the guest speakers shared great insight into their entrepreneurial journeys."
"A welcoming, connected and inspiring afternoon"
"Amazing! Met so many people, met people I knew online IRL and had a great few days in Mudgee"
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Thank You!
We couldn't put on these fabulous events without the help of the following organisations and local businesses
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Local Partners:
Want your brand to be front and centre for over 150 women at our Fabulous Long Lunch in Mudgee?
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