International Women's Day

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9-2pm
Thursday 5 March 2026

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International Women’s Day 2026 – Balance the Scales

Are you ready to connect with a powerful community breaking barriers and inspiring action?
Join us for ‘Balance the Scales’, an International Women’s Day event for women and gender diverse professionals in business, brought to you by the City of Cockburn.

Network with local businesses and entrepreneurs over breakfast, and a sit-down lunch.

What to expect
This year’s theme calls on us to ensure fair, inclusive and accessible justice. Come along and celebrate your commitment to gender equity with an inspiring morning that supports business and community growth.

You’ll enjoy:

  • A keynote presentation from media personality and executive coach Carmen Braidwood
  • Presentations from Linda Wayman (Tourism Australia director and former long-time General Manager of Mix 94.5 and 92.9) and Carrie Watson, Group Operations Manager for Lion Hospitality
  • Four interactive breakout sessions with expert presenters
  • A panel discussion exploring the Balance the Scales theme
  • Giveaways and fun energiser games

About our keynote speaker
Carmen Braidwood has more than 20 years’ experience on Australian radio and TV. From hosting popular shows on 96FM and 6PR to presenting Destination WA on the Nine Network, Carmen has become a trusted voice on communication and leadership. Today, she helps leaders amplify their confidence through public speaking and media training. Known for her humour, warmth and sharp insights, Carmen brings relatable energy to every stage.

Who should attend?

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Women and gender diverse in leadership and management roles 
  • Professionals looking to build their networks
  • Anyone committed to advancing gender equity
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$33 incl. GST
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Event location

Cockburn BARC

40 Birchley Rd
Yangebup, WA 6164

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Contact Title Business in Cockburn

Email [email protected]

Phone 08 9411 3444

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City of Cockburn
Whadjuk Boodjar
9 Coleville Crescent,
Spearwood 6163

PO Box 1215, Bibra Lake DC,
Western Australia, 6965

Office opening hours:
8.30am to 4.30pm
Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

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Cockburn Nyungar moort Beeliar boodja-k kaadadjiny. Koora, yeyi, benang baalap nidja boodja-k kaaradjiny.
Ngalak kaditj boodjar kep wer kaadidjiny kalyakool yoodaniny, wer koora wer yeyi ngalak Birdiya koota-djinanginy.

The City of Cockburn acknowledges the Nyungar people of Beeliar Boodjar. Long ago, now and in the future they care for Country.
We acknowledge a continuing connection to Land, Waters and Culture and pay our respects to Elders, past and present.