Brianna Boecker, Author at Women's Agenda

‘Business as usual’: Domestic violence advocates say NSW budget misses the mark

Domestic and family violence advocates call out a lack of funding in the Minns Government’s 2025-26 New South Wales Budget handed down today.

World

At least 40 Palestinians have died in latest shootings by Israeli forces at aid centres in Gaza

In new shootings by Israeli forces at aid stations in Gaza, at least 40 Palestinians have died, according to local medics and officials.

Leadership

Meet the 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award finalists

Now in its 25th year, the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award is recognising seven female leaders for their deep commitment to their communities.

Appointments

Dr Kirsten Abernethy appointed Executive Director of the Victorian Women’s Trust

One of Australia’s oldest feminist organisations, the Victorian Women’s Trust has appointed Dr Kirsten Abernethy as its Executive Director.

News & Views

‘It can hide in plain sight’: The rise of technology-facilitated coercive control

A rise in smartphone use is making it easier for perpetrators of coercive control to abuse victims through digital technology.

Local

‘Source of pride’: Jim Chalmers pays tribute to women leading our most powerful economic institutions

In his Press Club speech, Treasurer Jim Chalmers highlighted three most powerful economic institutions are now led by women economists.

Local

Four males charged over alleged six-hour gang rape of 17yo girl in south-west Sydney

Two men and two boys, one aged 14, have been charged over the alleged six-hour gang rape of a 17-year-old girl in Sydney’s south-west.

Partner Content

Founder Suzie Betts’ leadership is built on a passion to protect women’s breast health

Founder of Boob Protect Suzie Betts is bringing breast health into mainstream conversation through her mission-driven leadership.

Partner Content

This on-stage adaptation of The Spare Room gives an unflinching portrayal of caregiving and female friendship

The powerful role of caregiving role is brought to life in an on-stage adaptation of Aussie icon Helen Garner’s novel, The Spare Room.

Entrepreneurs

Australian impact startups getting more early-stage investment despite market downturn: new report

Australian impact startups are holding strong amid market downturn, a new report has shown, highlighting an area where women founders thrive.

Women's Health News

Almost a million Australians are skipping specialist care: Grattan Institute

Almost a million Australians are delaying or skipping specialist care because of the high cost, according to a new report.