Rural Women's Network
The Rural Women's Network (RWN) is a state-wide government program within Industry & Investment NSW.
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 wanting to receive 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.
Applications for the 2011 Award are now open and close 15 October 2010. Make a difference and inspire others in your community.
Alison is passionate about the beef industry. She has an Angus Stud enterprise and runs a consultancy business providing specialist services to beef producers. She was runner-up in the 2010 NSW RIRDC Rural Women’s Award and is the youngest female to be appointed as a Councillor to the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.
IN THIS SECTION
- About RWN
Background and description of the role of the RWN, staff profiles and NSW Rural Women's Council (RWC). - Projects and activities
Current and past projects, including Hidden Treasures, Daring to Dream, SOFT and Time Out 4 Blokes courses. - 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
The No.53 edition of The Country Web is now available. This edition's theme is ‘Celebrating Creativity’. In this issue we look at some of the creative and inspiring initiatives and events happening across NSW. You can also read about inspiring rural women who share their stories and tell us how they got started with their creative pursuits.
Recent News Releases
- 23 Aug 2010Reveal treasures before September 1
- 02 Aug 2010NSW Rural Women’s Award entries open - Make a difference and inspire others in your community [67.7 KB PDF]
- 22 Jul 2010NSW Rural Women’s Council provides a strong voice for regional issues
- 10 May 2010Hidden Treasures – women volunteers recognised in rural NSW [56.9 KB PDF]
- 15 Jun 2009Local woman’s drive wins leadership place