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A year of violence and women excluded from what comes next

Today marks one year since Hamas inflicted its horrific attack on Southern Israel on October 7.

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Senator Fatima Payman to launch new political party with ‘disenfranchised Labor supporters’

Women physiotherapists in elite sport face inequality and harassment: Australian-first study

Can we combat burnout with small, intentional breaks from our desk?

How small, intentional changes can help us navigate burnout: The Banyans CEO Ruth Limkin

Australia’s Jewish community reflects and mourns one year after the Hamas terrorist attack

Five must-watch roles by the legendary Dame Maggie Smith

Community lawyer Tu Le announced as Labor candidate for Fowler

What Edith Cowan could have taught us about domestic violence more than a century ago

Podcast: The digital double burden women face

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Olivia Rodrigo donates all profits from Philippines concert to local women’s charity

Olivia Rodrigo has donated all profits from her biggest ever live performance to a women’s organisation in the Philippines.

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Is there anything good about menopause? Yep, here are four things to look forward to

Menopause is having a moment, with less stigma and more awareness about the changes it can bring. Here are four changes to look forward to.

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Professor Bep Uink appointed Director of Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet

It’s the first time in the specialist health network’s 27-year history that a female or Aboriginal person will hold the director role.

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A year of violence and women excluded from what comes next

Today marks one year since Hamas inflicted its horrific attack on Southern Israel on October 7.

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Five must-watch roles by the legendary Dame Maggie Smith

As fans continue to mourn the recent death of Dame Smith, we look back at some of our favourite moments from the acclaimed actor.

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Community lawyer Tu Le announced as Labor candidate for Fowler

Labor has preselected south-western Sydney community lawyer Tu Le to run for the seat of Fowler in next May’s federal election.

What Edith Cowan could have taught us about domestic violence more than a century ago

Five high-profile women propping up Kamala Harris and destabilising Trump’s campaign

Why women are still being underdiagnosed with heart disease

Lisa Annese appointed as next CEO of Chief Executive Women

Gina Rinehart asked for her portrait to be ‘permanently disposed’. It’s not going anywhere

Beloved television presenter Fiona MacDonald dies, aged 67

These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

‘I just want to give back’: Matildas veteran Lydia Williams to step into the world of sports media

Seven in ten Australian women say they have insufficient education on contraception

‘Fighting to stay alive’: Meet the women petitioning to afford life-saving breast cancer treatment

Kasey Chambers wins lifetime achievement award at Australian Women in Music Awards

Violence, displacement, discrimination: ActionAid shares ‘devastating’ update on women and girls in Gaza

The ‘digital double burden’ facing women in work and family life

Olivia Kernick awarded the Dally M medal ahead of NRLW Grand Final

‘My phone didn’t stop buzzing’: Kylie Wallace’s Upcycle site in running for entrepreneurial prize

Three big misconceptions about the value of creativity in business negotiations

‘The way you think is necessary’: How to navigate the workplace with a neurodivergent brain

Christine Paice wins $10,000 prize for poem about her late mother

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These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

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Kasey Chambers wins lifetime achievement award at Australian Women in Music Awards

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‘My phone didn’t stop buzzing’: Kylie Wallace’s Upcycle site in running for entrepreneurial prize

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These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

Myth-busting menopause in the workplace with Menopause Friendly Australia founder Grace Molloy

Yasmin London: From good cop to online safety hero

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Podcast: The digital double burden women face

The burden women carry from digital devices is real – and it’s a hard relate for many parents.

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2024 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards

08 Oct 24

Join us for a gala dinner! With a lineup of speakers, get set for a night of conversation, entertainment and inspiration.

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Australian Women in Music Awards & Conference program 2024

08 Oct 24

AWMA celebrates and recognises the vast and important contribution made by female, non-binary and GNC artists, musicians and music practitioners across all areas of industry from all countries and cultures.

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Understanding and Supporting Carers in Australia

08 Oct 24

Join Carers Australia and Womens Agenda for a webinar exploring the diverse experiences of carers in Australia.

A year of violence and women excluded from what comes next

Latest news

Senator Fatima Payman to launch new political party with ‘disenfranchised Labor supporters’

Women physiotherapists in elite sport face inequality and harassment: Australian-first study

Can we combat burnout with small, intentional breaks from our desk?

How small, intentional changes can help us navigate burnout: The Banyans CEO Ruth Limkin

Australia’s Jewish community reflects and mourns one year after the Hamas terrorist attack

Five must-watch roles by the legendary Dame Maggie Smith

Community lawyer Tu Le announced as Labor candidate for Fowler

What Edith Cowan could have taught us about domestic violence more than a century ago

Podcast: The digital double burden women face

Olivia Rodrigo donates all profits from Philippines concert to local women’s charity

Is there anything good about menopause? Yep, here are four things to look forward to

Professor Bep Uink appointed Director of Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet

A year of violence and women excluded from what comes next

Five must-watch roles by the legendary Dame Maggie Smith

Community lawyer Tu Le announced as Labor candidate for Fowler

What Edith Cowan could have taught us about domestic violence more than a century ago

Five high-profile women propping up Kamala Harris and destabilising Trump’s campaign

Why women are still being underdiagnosed with heart disease

Lisa Annese appointed as next CEO of Chief Executive Women

Gina Rinehart asked for her portrait to be ‘permanently disposed’. It’s not going anywhere

Beloved television presenter Fiona MacDonald dies, aged 67

These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

‘I just want to give back’: Matildas veteran Lydia Williams to step into the world of sports media

Seven in ten Australian women say they have insufficient education on contraception

‘Fighting to stay alive’: Meet the women petitioning to afford life-saving breast cancer treatment

Kasey Chambers wins lifetime achievement award at Australian Women in Music Awards

Violence, displacement, discrimination: ActionAid shares ‘devastating’ update on women and girls in Gaza

The ‘digital double burden’ facing women in work and family life

Olivia Kernick awarded the Dally M medal ahead of NRLW Grand Final

‘My phone didn’t stop buzzing’: Kylie Wallace’s Upcycle site in running for entrepreneurial prize

Three big misconceptions about the value of creativity in business negotiations

‘The way you think is necessary’: How to navigate the workplace with a neurodivergent brain

Christine Paice wins $10,000 prize for poem about her late mother

These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

Kasey Chambers wins lifetime achievement award at Australian Women in Music Awards

‘My phone didn’t stop buzzing’: Kylie Wallace’s Upcycle site in running for entrepreneurial prize

From our Partners

These rural women took the leap with their business ideas. Now they’re encouraging others to do the same

Myth-busting menopause in the workplace with Menopause Friendly Australia founder Grace Molloy

Yasmin London: From good cop to online safety hero

Podcast: The digital double burden women face

Events For Women

2024 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards

Australian Women in Music Awards & Conference program 2024

Understanding and Supporting Carers in Australia

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