Breakfast to celebrate the Gannawarra's women

Published on 10 February 2026

The Gannawarra will join communities globally in celebrating International Women’s Day, with a free breakfast occurring at Kerang on Thursday, 5 March.

Gannawarra Shire Council, in partnership with Northern District Community Health, Kerang District Health, Cohuna District Hospital, Mallee District Aboriginal Service, Victoria Police and other agencies, will be hosting a morning of festivities at The Glasshouse, Kerang from 7.30am.

The breakfast will include presentations from a panel of guest speakers including The Fiit Space’s Belinda Batchelor, Murray Mind and Wellness’s Rianna Matuch and student cadet and peacekeeper, Lucy Pilgrim.

“The Gannawarra is renowned for its International Women’s Day celebrations having held an event to mark this significant day for the past nine years,” Council Chief Executive Officer, Geoff Rollinson said.

“Held annually on 8 March, International Women’s Day provides the opportunity for local women to share their stories of community leadership, business development and professional career advancement in a safe and supportive environment.”

The theme for International Women’s Day 2026 is Balance the Scales, with an emphasis on making equality the rule, not the exception.

“Belinda, Rianna and Lucy are examples of local women leading in their chosen careers or passions and their stories will celebrate the achievements of local women, inspire discussion and send a positive message to women and girls across our communities as we continue to work towards a gender equal future,” Mr Rollinson said.

First held in 1911, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality across the world.

Bookings for the Gannawarra event are essential by Monday, 2 March for catering purposes. To book, please visit www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1534691 or phone Council on (03) 5450 9333.

TOP: Celebrations occurred in March 2025 to mark International Women's Day in the Gannawarra.