Making grocery shopping affordable and accessible
DUSTY'S Bulk Foods has grown into one of the Surf Coast's most values driven retail spaces and is a powerful example of women leading...
The quiet strength behind Bellevue Dry Cleaners
IN an era where fast fashion and convenience often overshadow craftsmanship, Bellevue Dry Cleaners stands as a reminder that care, consistency and community still...
Raising the standard in real estate
GOLD Property is a distinguished, female-led real estate agency delivering an elevated, client-first service across the Surf Coast and the Greater Geelong region. Founded by...
Supporting business owners through smarter finance decisions
FOR business owners, securing finance is rarely a straightforward process. Income structures vary, lender policies differ significantly and the time needed to navigate options...
Celebrating the women leading real estate across Apollo Bay, Lorne, Anglesea and Aireys Inlet
ALONG Victoria's iconic coastline, generosity and connection shape the way communities grow, and the women of Great Ocean Road Real Estate embody this year's...
A calmer, fume-free approach to modern hair care
FOR Evie Rauber, hair has never been about fast transformations or chasing trends. With over a decade in the industry, her philosophy has always...
Moore than accountants: meet the duo redefining advisory excellence
COLLABORATION drives client success and leadership at Moore Australia. Jamie Arrington, senior manager in business advisory, and Brittany Bell, manager in self-managed super funds...
Two women, one approach:real estate with care
BETWEEN them, Kellie Papworth and Olivia Swann bring more than two decades of real estate experience on the Surf Coast. While their results are well...
Neon evolution: why high performance environments are reshaping the commercial landscape
THE most powerful evolutions in business rarely begin with noise. They begin with a shift in mindset. Right now, the environments once considered "emerging" –...
Championing women across the Bellarine
AS the first Victorian Parliament to achieve gender parity, the Allan Labor government is delivering policies and initiatives that reflect the diverse needs and...
Women leading with purpose at APCO
LEADERSHIP at APCO is built on experience, integrity and a genuine commitment to people and community. This International Women's Day, APCO is proud to recognise...
A vision in full colour
ARTISANS of Australia in Curlewis is a thriving creative destination on the Bellarine Peninsula, built on founder Helen Meikle's belief that art should be...
Redefining regenerative leadership across Australia and the global stage
IN a time defined by disruption, AI acceleration, and shifting global power dynamics, Dr Watceilia Varso stands as a multiple award-winning global keynote speaker...
Stitching together healing and community
WITH a professional background spanning youth work, developmental trauma and family therapy, Andrea Clements' career has always centred on people, connection and healing. For more...
Charting a course for purposeful leadership and local impact
ONE Thursday afternoon in 2006 as Rachel Bethune sat in her VCE business management class, she was struck by the words of her passionate...
Raising the bar in beauty
EMMA McFarlane, director of Blush Group, has achieved incredible success with her third salon opening and has no plans yet for slowing down. Blush Bar...
Redefining women’s healthcare
SINCE opening its doors in April 2024, Surf Coast Women's Health Group has rapidly become one of the Surf Coast's most impactful healthcare initiatives...
From healthcare to healing: why digestive health can’t be ignored
ASH Noble's career in healthcare spans more than 20 years, though it hasn't followed a straight line. She began as a registered nurse, driven by...
Connection and flexibility are key to a fulfilling career
SUE Browne and Kate Rantall both believe accounting is a fantastic career path for women. Their journeys into the profession were quite different, yet...
Creating spaces with soul
DESIGN isn't just about colour palettes in a room. And it's certainly not about fluffing cushions or shopping for sofas. For Katina Fimmel, it's...
A new chapter in agriculture
A TRADITIONALLY male dominated industry, women are now having an expanding influence in the agriculture sector. While they only hold 13 per cent of...
Future unclear for International Women’s Day awards program
A long-running award program recognising women advancing gender equality across Greater Geelong will not name any new recipients this year. The Women in Community Life...
Campaign highlights signs of heart valve disease
HUNDREDS of thousands of Australians may be living with undiagnosed heart valve disease, and cardiology experts warn the condition is on track to become...
International Women’s Day: what’s happening on the Surf Coast
IN the days leading up to International Women's Day (IWD) on 8 March, community spaces across the Surf Coast will host gatherings that invite...
