Rural Women's Network
The RWN works in innovative ways to share information and promote action on rural women's issues, often in partnership with individuals, groups and non-government and government agencies. More about us.
The Rural Women's Network offers a FREE email subscription list to anyone interested in receiving regular items of interest relevant to the rural sector.
It is as simple as completing the on-line form with your name and email address.
IN THIS SECTION
- About RWN
Background and description of the role of the RWN, staff profiles and State Advisory Committee (SAC). - Projects and activities
Current and past projects, including Daring to Dream, SOFT courses, Older Women Out There, events and publications. - Annual NSW Women's Gathering
- RIRDC NSW Rural Women's Award
Applying for the Award and profiles of past winners. - Publications and resources
Books, magazines, leaflets and more. - The Country Web
A newsletter for rural women and their families. - Updates
An electronic newsletter released each month. - Calendar of events
Listing of RWN and other community events. - Support services and help lines
Quick reference for support agencies and programs. - Grants, funding and scholarships
Grant, funding and award opportunities. - Useful links
Large range of websites, grouped by topic. - Contacting RWN
FEATURES
2009 Rural Women's Award Winner
Kim Currie from Orange in the state's Central West was recently named the 2009 RIRDC NSW Rural Women's Award Winner at a special Gala Dinner held at Parliament House Sydney on 9 March. Kim's award recognises her commitment to improving agri tourism and using farmers markets and other initiatives to boost awareness of food production efforts in NSW.
Edition No. 49 of The Country Web is now available. This edition's theme is 'Food (for thought)'. It provides a small 'taste' of the many different aspects of food. We hope it encourages you to think more, or in different ways, about food and the role it plays in our lives.