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Designing maternity care around First Nations women is working. The data proves it

The data proves it. Babies are healthier, mothers are safer, and the gap in outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous families starts to close.

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The Science-backed sleep therapy that rewires your brain for rest

Marilla Ackerman on single women buying homes

More women than ever are buying homes on their own, but the industry still pictures her as half a couple

Microsoft’s ANZ President Jane Livesey on the skills leaders need now for AI transformation

Australia beat England to win ‘truly special’ Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup

‘Something has to change’: Sam Kerr calls for urgent investment in the A-League Women

DISSH’s parental leave policy recognises a truth most employers still ignore

Meet the 19 ventures sharing $400,000 to connect women, investors and opportunity

In the ultramarathoning world, it’s women leading into the great ‘beyond’

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

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Pipeline visibility is the missing piece in Australia’s clean‑economy agenda

Australia’s clean economy will fall short if women-led companies remain overlooked from first pitch to the growth capital needed.

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Why are women leaders still expected to absorb workplace harm?

Women are still being told to “put their big girl pants on” and push through burnout. The real problem may be the workplace systems failing them.

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Black excellence in business: How Mundanara Bayles is redefining success

Guided by generations of strong Aboriginal leadership, Mundanara Bayles has built a career dedicated to empowering First Nations people.

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‘Something has to change’: Sam Kerr calls for urgent investment in the A-League Women

Sam Kerr has spoken out about the lack of investment in the women’s A-League, saying “something has to change”.

Employers

DISSH’s parental leave policy recognises a truth most employers still ignore

As an employment lawyer, I was genuinely caught off guard when a friend recently sent me DISSH’s Paid Parental Leave Program to review.

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Meet the 19 ventures sharing $400,000 to connect women, investors and opportunity

NSW grant funding will support women, climate startups and innovation events bringing founders, investors and opportunities together.

In the ultramarathoning world, it’s women leading into the great ‘beyond’

Australia’s AI plan will fail women unless it’s designed with them in mind

Women spent years learning not to apologise at work. Now AI is undoing it all.

After losing on birthright citizenship, Trump looks to ban pregnant women from entering US

Victoria bans the misuse of NDAs in workplace sexual harassment cases putting victim survivors back in control

The hidden risks of grey‑market peptides – why women face greater danger

Historic $1 million gift to turbocharge Pink Elephants’ miscarriage support

It’s been a wild 15 years of paid parental leave. We must protect what’s been achieved

Australia just hit the six-month paid parental leave milestone. We’re not going back

I was surveilled for defending Victoria’s forests. There’s been no apology, and still no accountability

I’m a mother, a paediatrician, an Australian. Don’t tell me I don’t belong.

IBA hits a new milestone with three new women on the board

Jodie Harrison: Why we’ve provided a 50% uplift in funding for domestic and family violence programs in NSW budget

A ‘Beautiful heart’: 23yo Mallorie Jane Roberts remembered as man charged with her murder

Murder of 6 childcare workers in Germany

No terrorism here. Just six child welfare workers murdered for ‘family reasons’

Alex Andrews appointed CEO of cultured meat startup Vow

The glaring hypocrisy behind the Karl Stefanovic ‘free speech’ outrage

IBA hits a new milestone with three new women on the board

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Black excellence in business: How Mundanara Bayles is redefining success

How Harriet Messenger helped build Husk Distillery into a regional success story

Why Australia’s top business leaders say now is exactly the right time to invest in your team

THE CONNECTIONS HUB

The Connections Hub is a dedicated space exploring loneliness and how women are building meaningful connections in today’s social climate.

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THE BUSINESS HUB

The Business Hub spotlights the realities, challenges and opportunities facing women leading small and medium businesses across the country.

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THE SAFETY IN NUMBERS HUB

Safety in Numbers is our dedicated platform, designed to humanise global gender data and showcase the impact of collective leadership.

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podcasts

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

Justice Navi Pillay on The Women’s Agenda Podcast.

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Free RMIT tech intro workshop: SheHacks

06 Jul 26

Join industry-leading women from RMIT’s School of Computing Technologies for a free hands-on workshop exploring AI and IT careers.

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Coaching through rapid change – Sydney Leading edge

06 Jul 26

Join leaders in Sydney for an immersive session on building coaching capability, navigating change, and leading with greater clarity and impact.

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Creating safer tech workplaces for women

06 Jul 26

A free online 4-module workplace health & safety course for women and gender diverse professionals working in Australia’s tech & IT sectors.

Designing maternity care around First Nations women is working. The data proves it

Latest news

The Science-backed sleep therapy that rewires your brain for rest

More women than ever are buying homes on their own, but the industry still pictures her as half a couple

Microsoft’s ANZ President Jane Livesey on the skills leaders need now for AI transformation

Australia beat England to win ‘truly special’ Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup

‘Something has to change’: Sam Kerr calls for urgent investment in the A-League Women

DISSH’s parental leave policy recognises a truth most employers still ignore

Meet the 19 ventures sharing $400,000 to connect women, investors and opportunity

In the ultramarathoning world, it’s women leading into the great ‘beyond’

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

Pipeline visibility is the missing piece in Australia’s clean‑economy agenda

Why are women leaders still expected to absorb workplace harm?

Black excellence in business: How Mundanara Bayles is redefining success

‘Something has to change’: Sam Kerr calls for urgent investment in the A-League Women

DISSH’s parental leave policy recognises a truth most employers still ignore

Meet the 19 ventures sharing $400,000 to connect women, investors and opportunity

In the ultramarathoning world, it’s women leading into the great ‘beyond’

Australia’s AI plan will fail women unless it’s designed with them in mind

Women spent years learning not to apologise at work. Now AI is undoing it all.

After losing on birthright citizenship, Trump looks to ban pregnant women from entering US

Victoria bans the misuse of NDAs in workplace sexual harassment cases putting victim survivors back in control

The hidden risks of grey‑market peptides – why women face greater danger

Historic $1 million gift to turbocharge Pink Elephants’ miscarriage support

It’s been a wild 15 years of paid parental leave. We must protect what’s been achieved

Australia just hit the six-month paid parental leave milestone. We’re not going back

I was surveilled for defending Victoria’s forests. There’s been no apology, and still no accountability

I’m a mother, a paediatrician, an Australian. Don’t tell me I don’t belong.

IBA hits a new milestone with three new women on the board

Jodie Harrison: Why we’ve provided a 50% uplift in funding for domestic and family violence programs in NSW budget

A ‘Beautiful heart’: 23yo Mallorie Jane Roberts remembered as man charged with her murder

No terrorism here. Just six child welfare workers murdered for ‘family reasons’

Alex Andrews appointed CEO of cultured meat startup Vow

The glaring hypocrisy behind the Karl Stefanovic ‘free speech’ outrage

Biggest ever coal proposal puts NSW economy at risk

DISSH’s parental leave policy recognises a truth most employers still ignore

Women spent years learning not to apologise at work. Now AI is undoing it all.

IBA hits a new milestone with three new women on the board

From our Partners

Black excellence in business: How Mundanara Bayles is redefining success

How Harriet Messenger helped build Husk Distillery into a regional success story

Why Australia’s top business leaders say now is exactly the right time to invest in your team

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

Events For Women

Free RMIT tech intro workshop: SheHacks

Coaching through rapid change – Sydney Leading edge

Creating safer tech workplaces for women

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