NSW Local and Shire Council Events for 2008 International Women's Day

COUNCIL	POSITION	PHONE	PROJECT NAME	BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Albury City Council	Team Leader Community Development	02 6023 8272	Silver Ribbon Women's Breakfast	An awards breakfast for woman volunteer of the year.
The Council of the Municipality of Ashfield	Community Worker, Facilities & Programs	02 9716 1866		Painting, drawing and writing workshops compiled into display units which will be permanently installed in a public walkway.
Auburn Council	Multicultural Community Development Officer	02 9735 1288	International Women's Day Breakfast	A quilting project inviting women to design patches representing the theme and breakfast for up to 100 women with a guest speaker.
Ballina Shire Council	Economic Development Officer	02 6686 1419	…of Salt & Earth… The Heritage of Women's work in the Ballina Shire	A luncheon to profile the heritage of women's work in the Shire over the past 100 years with guest speakers and a display of artefacts held by local heritage groups.
Balranald Shire Council	Director Corporate Services	03 5020 1300		Art exhibition at the Art Centre, and entertainment, guest speakers and BBQ dinner for the community at the River Bend.
Bankstown City Council	Community Development Officer	02 9707 9637	Sisterhood Synergy	A day of activities for women, primarily mothers, to promote mental, physical and emotional well-being.
The Council of the Shire of Baulkham Hills	Community Development Officer- Projects	02 9843 0455		Series of activities to recognise, acknowledge and thank women in the Hills area.
Bega Valley Shire Council	Manager Community and Cultural Services	02 6499 2164	International Women's Day Luncheon- Celebrating Women of the Bega Valley	A luncheon with guest speakers to promote the outstanding contribution women make to the Bega Valley Shire.
Bellingen Shire Council	Disability Support	02 6657 2896	WOW - Work of Women	Woman of different generations will be invited to a breakfast to speak on the roles they have played in paid and unpaid work.
Blacktown City Council	Safer Communities Coordinator	02 9839 6523	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast and presentation of awards to recognise women who have contributed towards improving workplaces and working conditions.
Bland Shire Council	Community Relations Officer	02 6972 3645	Far from the Farm - Workshops	Workshops to produce a book on the changing face of women in rural farming communities particularly those who have had to find work to support the family because of drought.
Blue Mountains City Council	Cultural Development Coordinator	02 4780 5462	"Celebrating 100 Years of International Women's Day" Conference	Two day conference called Women Speaking Out … Rights, Justice and Dignity, to celebrate women's activism and build a better future for women and the community.
Bombala Council	Economic Development Officer	02 6458 3555	Platypus Country Women - Working and Improving our Rural Community	Two days of celebrations with workshops, displays, presentations and creative activities and a lunch  for vounteers and farming women
Boorowa Council	Finance & Administraion Manager, also currently Acting General Manager	02 6385 3303	Women - Making a Difference	Luncheon to celebrate local women's active involvment in the community and presentation of an award for Boororwa's Most Inspiring Local Woman.
The Council of the City of Botany Bay	Deputy General Manager	02 9366 3666	A Woman's Tale - 100 years of women who have made a significant contribution to our city	Production of a booklet showcasing women who have made significant contribution to Botany Bay.
Bourke Shire Council	Manager of Corporate Services	02 6830 8000	Bourke's International Women's Day Breakfast	A breakfast meeting for local women to gather and reflect on the meaning of IWD in the context of their own lives.
Broken Hill City Council	Community Services Assistant	08 8088 0004	Tales Through the Times	A morning tea when retired women will be invited to share stories of their working past and display of a story board in the city library.
Burwood Council	Community Worker Generalist	02 9911 9941	The International Women's Day 3 C's Event - Craft, Culture and Cuisine	Workshops, stalls, guest speakers and other activities which reflect the diversity of culture and enable women to network.
Byron Shire Council	Community Projects Officer	02 6685 9343	Northern Rivers IWD Centenary Celebration	A day of celebrations with information stalls, entainment, lunch with keynote speaker, and a debate on women's progess over 100 years.
Camden Council	Community Projects Officer	02 4645 5050	Camden Women's Achievment Evening	Facilitation of the Camden Champions - Women's Awards and presentation evening.
Campbelltown City Council	Community Development Coordinator	02 4645 4903	Choices - A young woman's event	A festival for young women with workshops, stalls and keynote speaker on developing and maintaining healthy relationships.
City of Canada Bay Council	DCO - Generalist	02 9911 6579	"Women Shaping the Future"	Breakfast meeting with a keynote speaker and a forum on future plans for the community.
Canterbury City Council	Community Information Officer	02 9789 9441	Expanding Horizons - Women's Leadership Evening	Evening with guest speakers and panel to discuss leadership and barriers to leadership.
Carrathool Shire Council	Community Development Officer	6965 1306	International Women's Day Luncheon	Luncheon with guest speakers.
Cessnock City Council	PA to the Mayor	02 4993 4210	Cessnock City Council and Hunter Valley Wine Country Tourism Business Networking Breakfast	Business Networking Breakfast recognising the contribution of women to tourism.
Clarence Valley Council	Acting Manager, Social Planning and Community Development	02 6645 0008	Clarence Valley International Women's Day Activities	Variety of events around the valley including a morning tea, breakfasts, and a multicultural women's event.
Cobar Shire Council	Special Projects Officer	02 6836 5888	International Women's Day - Sharing Success in an Isolated Community Luncheon	Luncheon with guest speakers.
Coffs Harbour City Council	Community Services Manager	02 6648 4830	International Women's Day Breakfast and Photographic Exhibition	Breakfast and photographic exhibition of women in relation to 100 years of paid and unpaid work.
Conargo Shire Council	Grants Officer	03 5880 1200	100 Years of Working Women	A luncheon with guest speakers from diverse backgrounds presenting their stories of adventure, achievement and ambition.
Cooma-Monaro Shire Council	Community Services Officer	02 6450 1719	Re-connecting Rural Women	A creative writing project, followed by lunch and pampering sessions.
Coonamble Shire Council	Community Facilitator	02 6827 1900	Exhibition of art works by female artists in Coonamble	Art exhibition depicting women in paid and unpaid  work around the community.
Cootamundra Shire Council	General Manager	02 6940 2100	Celebration of Women's Achievements	An afternoon tea with guest speakers and entertainment.
Deniliquin Council	Community Support Officer	03 5898 3111	By Women - Film Festival and Writing Workshop	Free film night and writing workshop on "What I, as a woman give to Deniliquin and what Deniliquin gives to me".
Dubbo City Council	Manager Social Services	02 6801 4403	Dubbo International Women's Day 2008 "Celebrating and Honouring Women's Achievements"	A day in Victoria Park with a photographic display, guest speakers, entertainment and activities expo.
Dungog Shire Council	Community Projects Officer	02 4995 7777	Not Just a House Wife	A panel of women sharing stories of acceptance and discovery and dinner catered by the high school hospitality department.
Eurobodalla Shire Council	Senior Co-ordinator Libraries, Social Planning and Youth	02 4474 1333	Women: Celebrating the Creative Spirit	A series of events including talks by artists, poetry writing, performance and craft workshops.
Fairfield City Council	Community Projects Officer - Youth and Family	02 9725 0712		Photographic workshops for young women culminating in an exhibition.
Forbes Shire Council	Youth and Community Officer	02 6850 1300	Proud to be a Woman 2008	Five women featured over five weeks in the local newspaper and a brunch with games and guest speaker.
Gilgandra Shire Council	Economic Development Officer	02 6817 7878	International Women's Day Dinner	Dinner with guest speakers.
Glen Innes Severn Council	Team Leader, Aged and Disability Direct Care Services	02 6730 2430	Women's Work: International Women's Day Dinner	Dinner with guest speakers and light entertainment.
Greater Taree City Council	Manger Community Services	02 6592 5285	Strong Women of the Manning - Wonderful Women 2008 publlication     (Volume 3)	A collection of short biographies of local women to be made into a booklet which will be launched with a guest speaker.
Griffith City Council	Cultural Services Project Officer	02 6969 4819	A Night to Reflect…	A free film screening with supper, entertainment and guest speaker.
Gundagai Shire Council	N'hood Centre Coordinator	02 6944 0290	Mentoring our Future Community Leaders	Workshop to bring together local business and community leaders with young women in the community, and a breakfast with guest speaker.
Gunnedah Shire Council	Manager Community Services	02 6740 2259	Women's Gathering IWD 2008	A brunch with a play, guest speaker, exhibition and film.
Gwydir Shire Council	Youth & Family Services Coordinator	02 6724 2000	"The Journey Continues"	Lunch at Warialda Town Hall incorporating Mother of the Year.
Harden Shire Council	Planning Officer	02 6386 2305	Supporting you to support others	A series of workshops aimed at inner well-being, nutritional and mental health.
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council	Team Leader	02 6581 8027	Her story: A celebration of Aboriginal women's stories in the Hastings	Luncheon focussing on the tradition of story telling to provide an opportunity for Aboriginal and non- Aboriginal women to come together
Hawkesbury City Council	Manager - Children, Families and Youth	02 4560 4597	Two International Women's Day Breakfasts Across Hawkesbury - 100 Years of Women in Paid and Unpaid Work	Breakfast forums to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements of women in the Hawkesbury.
Hay Shire Council	Executive Officer	02 6993 1003	Shearing: Through the Eyes of a Woman	Evening function with light dinner and speakers including women shearers, cooks and roustabouts, followed by a light and sound show.
Holroyd City Council	Acting Social Planning Coordinator	02 9840 9915	Holroyd International Women's Day Luncheon	Luncheon forum with guest speakers to discuss issues relating to being an active woman.
Hurstville City Council	Curator/Manager	02 9330 6444	International Women's Day: Active Women with the Courage to Care	A tour and art workshops for female school students on the role of women in the prevention of bullying and harassment.
Inverell Shire Council	Executive PR Officer	02 6728 8276	Inverell's International Women's Day Bus Trip	Photo exhibition at Art Gallery, display at the library and lunch at a winery.
Jerilderie Shire Council	Executive Assistant	03 5886 1200	International Women's Day Oral Histories Forum - A Woman's Touch - Celebrating our Influence	Series of presentations in conjunction with an exhibition celebrating the influence of women on the region.
Junee Shire Council	Community Development Officer	02 6924 8114	Junee Volunteers to Celebrate International Women's Day	Presentations by local women on their roles in the community and skills used to balance work, family and volunteering.
Kempsey Shire Council	Community Project Officer	02 6566 3226	Outstanding Women of the Macleay Valley from Settlement to 2008	Nominations for Kempsey Outstanding Women and a photo exhibition.
The Council of the Municipality of Kiama	Community and Cultural Development Officer	02 4232 2758	Women of Kiama - Morning Tea	A morning tea with photographic and historical display to recognise the contribution of women in the area.
Kogarah Municipal Council	Community Projects Officer	02 9330 9455	Drumming Workshop and Women's Day Luncheon	Light lunch and drumming workshop targetting women volunteers.
Ku-ring-gai Council	Manager Community Development	02 9424 0829	Ku-ring-gai International Women's Day Project	Breakfast, luncheon to acknowledge volunteers, nominations for "Hidden Treasurers of Ku-ring-gai", presentations and displays of community service.
Kyogle Council	Community Projects Officer	02 6632 3518	Feeling Good's Great - Rewarding Our Volunteers	A lunch at the local gallery with guest speakers to celebrate the unpaid work women do and reward women.
Lachlan Shire Council	Grants Officer	02 6895 4444	Condobolin International Women's Day Luncheon and Sharing Our Stories	A showcase of local women who will be invited to share their life stories.
Lake Macquarie City Council	Community Planner Children and Community	02 4921 0373	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast with three guest speakers.
Lane Cove Municipal Council	Manager Community Services	02 9911 3592	Strike a Balance Seminar: Coming Together to Reflect on and Celebrate International Women's Day	Seminar with Willoughby Council on work/life balance and the way women maintain equilibrium in their life.
Leichhardt Municipal Council	Community Centres Co-ordinator	02 9367 9282	Women at the Forefront	An evening of conversation and entertainment for women by women.
Lismore City Council	Human Resources Officer	02 6625 0577	International Women's Day Celebration Learning and Networking Luncheon	An event on the river banks with guest speakers who will focus on learning and the power of networking.
City of Lithgow Council	Cultural Development Officer	02 6354 9999	Lithgow International Women's Day Celebration	A gathering of community members to share food, music, performance and stories with a 'thankyou board' for volunteers.
Liverpool City Council	Coordinator Community Development	02 9821 7756	Liverpool IWD Event	Range of activities over a week to recognise the conributions made by local women.
Liverpool Plains Shire Council	Community Services Development Officer	02 6746 3255	Annual International Women's Day Celebration	Luncheon to showcase organisations and how women have contributed to their success.
Maitland City Council	Community Planner	02 4934 9818	Workwise Maitland Women: Now and the Future	Project involving male and female high school students interviewing a range of women in the Maitland area.  Students will give a speech on their findings at a breakfast.
Manly Council	Events Coordinator	02 9976 1749	Manly- International Women's Day- Learn to Surf	Free surf lessons for women.
Marrickville Council	Strategic Community Project Officer	02 9335 2155	International Women's Day celebrations 2008	Workshops, information stalls and activities focusing on social inclusion and the strong role of women in the community.
Mid-Western Regional Council	Community Development Officer	02 6378 2720	International Women's Day Luncheon	Lunch with guest speakers relating to the IWD theme.
Moree Plains Shire Council	Projects Officer	02 6757 3210	Women of Moree - International Women's Day	Lunch with guest speaker and community activities at the Moree library.
Mosman Municipal Council	Admin Team Leader	02 9978 4095	Mosman Celebrating 2008 International Women's Day	Evening networking function with guest speakers.
Murray Shire Council	EconomicDevelopment Officer	03 5884 3302	The Work Life Balance for Women	A speaker and light lunch aimed at motivating, connecting and educating women and men in the community.
Murrumbidgee Shire Council	Manager of Finance & Administration	02 6968 4166	Murrumbidgee Shire's International Women's Day Dinner	Dinner with guest speakers and a film screening.
Muswellbrook Shire Council- Upper Hunter Regional Library	Regional Library Manager	02 6543 1913	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast with guest speakers to celebrate how women have worked in the community over the last 100 years.
Narrabri Shire Council	Community Development Officer	02 6799 6887	The International Women's Day Careers Festival	A Careers Day for women looking for a job or career with female speakers from a variety of occupations.
Narrandera Shire Council	General Manager	02 6959 5500	Commitment of Women Growers Narrandera	Luncheon for retired and working women and volunteers with games, trivia and guest speakers.
Narromine Shire Council	Aboriginal Women's Support Worker	02 6889 4932	Narromine Celebrates International Women's Day 2008	Breakfast in the park with guest speakers with display of profiles of local women.
Newcastle City Council	Strategic Events Coordinator	02 4974 2859	From Strength to Strength	A brunch to celebrate the volunteers and past workers of the Hunter Women's Centre recorded on a quilt.
North Sydney Council	Manager, Library Services	02 9936 8410	International Women's Day Inter-School Challenge	A quiz on women in history and contemporary society for school students at the Stanton Library.
Oberon Council	Corporate Community Planner	02 6336 1100	Dinner and Discussion- If it takes a village to raise a child- do we need more Hilary's?	A dinner to celebrate the contribution the past six women councillors have made to the community.
Orange City Council	Community Development Coordinator	02 6393 8607	Orange International Women's Day Celebration Breakfast	Breakfast with panel of guest speakers.
Palerang Council	Manager Executive Services	02 4842 9224	Gundillion Recreational Reserve Trust Women's Lunch and Celebration	Lunch at Gundillion with guest speakers focusing on paid and unpaid work in a range of countries.
Parkes Shire Council		02 6862 3233	International Women's Day Luncheon with a Guest Speaker	Luncheon with guest speaker.
Penrith City Council	Community Development Officer -Generalist	02 4732 7809	IWD - 100 + Years of Women in Penrith	A series of events culminating in a large celebration of 100+ Years of Women in Penrith.
Pittwater Council	Community Development Office	02 9970 1171	Pittwater International Women's Celebration - Learn to Surf	Free surf lessons for women.
Port Stephens Council	Cultural Development & Events Officer	02 4980 0121	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast to announce the Port Stephen's Woman of the Year and guest speaker.
Queanbeyan City Council	Councillor	02 6297 5063		Breakfast with guest speaker
Randwick City Council	Co-ordinator	02 9399 0941	4th Annual Women Together Art Competition and Exhibition.	Art competition and workshops culminating in a morning tea to present awards to the winners.
Richmond Valley Council	Community Projects Officer	02 6662 1342	Poster Girls	Women who have been nominated for undertaking service in their communities will be rewarded with a trip to see the launch of a new poster and other cultural activities.
Rockdale City Council	Community Development Facilitator	02 9562 1862	St George Young Women's Festival 2008	Festival incorporating performance, arts and crafts demonstrations, community and health information and workshops for young women 12-25 years.
Shellharbour City Council	Economic Development Manager	02 4221 6041	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast for female business and community leaders with guest speaker.
Shoalhaven City Council	Community Worker - Generalist	02 4429 3128	IWD Celebrations Shoalhaven 2008	A series of events including a bushwalk, dinner, performance night, photographic exhibition across the region.
Singleton Shire Council	Community Services Manager	02 6578 7311	Women Achieving their Ultimate Goals	Guest speakers on emotional, physical and financial goals.
Snowy River Shire Council	Community Development Worker	02 6451 1500	"100 years 100 voices"	Women from small towns, villages and rural properties will singing workshops and perform at an IWD breakfast.
Strathfield Municipal Council	Events Coordinator, Community Services Facilitator	02 9748 9999	International Women's Day- Celebrating 100 years of active women in paid and unpaid work	Range of activities including display at library, henna tattoos, drumming work, art competition for primary school students.
Sutherland Shire Council	Manager Community Services	02 9710 0524	International Women's Day Breakfast	Breakfast with speakers from local government, volunteer networks, local health services and chambers of commerce.
Council of the City of Sydney	Manager Aged, Disability and Food Services	02 9246 7822	Documentary Launch	Launch of a documentary exploring the history and current practice of feminism in Sydney through the eyes of women activitists.
Tamworth Regional Council	Community Planning and Development Officer	02 6767 5474	"An evening with…"	An evening for women at the Tamworth Regional Library and Art Gallery with guest speakers.
Temora Shire Council	Community Services Officer	02 6980 1100	International Women's Day Dinner and Exhibition of Services Available to Women in Temora Shire.	Dinner with guest speaker to showcase local services in the community .
Tumut Shire Council	Corporate Planner	02 6941 2501	The Women's Antique Roadshow	Antique Roadshow where participants have the opportunity to bring along a prized possession, have it appraised and learn how it related to the role of women.
Upper Hunter Shire Council	Manager, Community Services	02 6540 1141	Acknowledging the contributions of women in the community	An evening function with guest speakers to celebrate the important contributions women make in the community and a display of story boards of local inspirational women.
Upper Lachlan Shire Council	General Manager	02 4830 1000	Women Nurturing our Community	Buffet lunch with local guest speakers to talk about their life experiences and how their contribution has made a difference.
Uralla Shire Council	General Manager	02 6778 4606	Women Celebrating	Luncheon to celebrate the input of women in the economic, social and community welfare life of the community.
Wagga Wagga City Council	Community Development Officer	02 6926 9600	Achievement in the World of Women	Open day at Wagga Wagga Women's Health Centre with guest speakers, a Sudanese choir and BBQ.
The Council of the Shire of Wakool	Snr Finance Officer	03 5887 5007	Rural Women- Standing Tall & Being Counted	A celebration of the achievements of past, current and future volunteers with information on services and support groups.
Walgett Shire Council	Manager Corporate Services	02 6828 6122	A Celebration of Women - Walgett Shire Luncheon	Luncheon to announce 5 winners who have made a significant contribution to the community.
Warren Shire Council	Manager Health and Development	02 6847 6600	International Women's Day 2008	A community event for women, promoting women, family and safety with guest speaker.
Warringah Council	Events and Cultural Coordinator	02 9942 2603	Women and Surfing	Free surfing lessons for women and an exhibition on the first woman surfer.
Warrumbungle Shire Council	Director Community Services	02 6849 2000	Mendooran Performance and Luncheon - The Official Warrumbungle Shire International Women's Day Celebration 2008	Lunch and entertainment at Mendooran.
Waverley Council	Director, RCCS	02 9286 7799	Women by the Waves Breakfast hosted by the Mayor	Forum with guest speakers to acknowledge the achievements of women locally and in the wider community.
Wellington Council	Manager Economic and Strategic Services	02 6845 2099	Wellington International Women's Day	A forum where women speakers will tell their inspirational stories.
Wentworth Shire Council	Executive Assistant	03 5027 5002	IWD 2008 Celebrating 100 Years of Active Women in Paid and Unpaid Work	Light lunch at a woolshed decorated by TAFE students with stalls and guest speakers.
Willoughby City Council	Policy & Projects Officer	02 9777 7970	"Striking the Balance" a seminar reflecting on and celebrating international Women's Day	A seminar with Lane Cove Council on work/life balance incorprating a guest speaker, information and entertainment.
Wingecarribee Shire Council	Community & Cultural Development Officer	02 4868 0855	Wingecarribee Women's Expo	An expo in Bowral incorporating an art exhibition, concert, health activities, guest speakers and stalls.
Wollondilly Shire Council	CPO	02 4677 1150	International Women's Day Breakfast and Expo 2008	Breakfast with guest speaker and entertainment for business women and volunteers, and a Health and Well-Being Expo.
Wollongong City Council	Events Coordinator	02 4227 7104	International Women's Day Illawarra month of activities in March 2008 to celebrate 100 years of IWD	Funding will be used to promote a series of events which will include a luncheon, women's awards and discussion forum.
Woollahra Municipal Council	Manager Community Development	02 9391 7176	Celebration of Women's Achievements	An event to celebrate women's achievements at the Council Chambers.
Wyong Shire Council	Community Development Worker	02 4350 5524	Across the Generations: Women and Girls Together	Breakfast with guest speakers focussing on 'mentoring', displays and performances.
Yass Valley Council	Customer Service Manager	02 6226 9222	Yass Valley Outstanding Women of the Year 2008 and exhibition of "Extraordinary Women of the Yass Valley over the last 100 years"	Nominations for Yass Valley Outstanding Women of the Year and announcement of the winner at the Yass Show where there will be an exhibition of biographies and photos of those nominated.