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Women’s Health & Wellbeing Summit 2026 returns to Sydney with focus on longevity, AI, change-making and the future of women’s health

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Australian Federal Police human exploitation taskforce investigating Richard White

Why is quitting smoking celebrated but quitting alcohol mocked?

I changed careers at 31 and became a pilot – here’s what no one tells you about starting over

Refugees: let’s also celebrate them when they are not winning.

The monoculture myth: Why a one way Australia has never existed and never should

The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

‘It feels like my head is underwater’: How two exiled Iranian women artists are processing a year of violence and loss

The life ‘curveball’ of becoming a carer is exhausting. But workplaces can help

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

News & Views

‘Too pretty to do math’? Here’s the real reason girls aren’t choosing to study maths

Girls can succeed in maths, but outdated stereotypes continue to influence their confidence and future study choices.

Sport

Tennis legend Serena Williams announces historic return to Wimbledon

Serena Williams returns to Wimbledon singles after four years, receiving a wildcard as she resumes Grand Slam competition.

News & Views

Forget ‘Follow the Money’: What Australia’s top female entrepreneurs know about success

Women entrepreneurs show that passion, purpose and persistence can lead to meaningful businesses and lasting success.

News & Views

The monoculture myth: Why a one way Australia has never existed and never should

An Australian “monoculture” as suggested this week by One Nation’s Pauline Hanson has never existed and it never should.

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The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

I travelled solo with my two children to Sydney, exploring the city and enjoying a fun, memorable experience together as a family.

News & Views

‘It feels like my head is underwater’: How two exiled Iranian women artists are processing a year of violence and loss

Sofia Stidham speaks to two Iranian women artists who left Iran within the past year, witnessing civilian casualties from afar.

The life ‘curveball’ of becoming a carer is exhausting. But workplaces can help

What drives women to have a ‘freebirth’ without a midwife or doctor? Here’s what the research says

Universal access to early childhood education means little without a stable, supported workforce

More women are turning to share housing later in life and the system hasn’t caught up

Refugee and migrant women know their stories best. It’s time we paid attention.

The expert-backed cash flow tips for business owners

An alarming 12 hours of efforts to restrict reproductive health in Australia

My son has a feeding tube. His story deserves better than a hospital brochure.

Basically, Pauline Hanson wants to abolish a bunch of things

She’s protected women’s rights globally, nows she’s running for office to do it in Australia: Meet Aleta Moriarty

River Ahmad, the first Afghan woman to climb Everest, dedicates historic achievement to women and girls

A goalkeeper wept, a fighter sledged Michelle Obama. Only one of these men showed strength

Who cares? The invisible price unpaid carers pay

Progress as educators guaranteed continued 15% wage rise but more support needed

A million stories, one goal and the hypocrisy we can’t ignore

Jane Fonda, Julia Roberts take on Trump at free speech concert in NYC

AFP to investigate abuse allegations made by Australian flotilla activists

PM demands answers after 9-year-old Australian Hania Ahmed killed in Pakistan police shooting

News & Views

Women’s Health & Wellbeing Summit 2026 returns to Sydney with focus on longevity, AI, change-making and the future of women’s health

Entrepreneurs

I felt unqualified and uncertain starting a business. 12 years on, I know it’s just part of the process

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Gina Rinehart bets $1.4 billion on Musk who “excels in every regard”

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The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

The expert-backed cash flow tips for business owners

A lung transplant gave Sheridan a second chance at life. Now she’s urging Australians to register to become organ donors

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How an International Court judge thinks about hope

Justice Navi Pillay on The Women’s Agenda Podcast.

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Events For Women

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Free RMIT tech intro workshop: SheHacks

22 Jun 26

Join industry-leading women from RMIT’s School of Computing Technologies for a free hands-on workshop exploring AI and IT careers.

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Coaching through rapid change – Sydney Leading edge

22 Jun 26

Join leaders in Sydney for an immersive session on building coaching capability, navigating change, and leading with greater clarity and impact.

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Creating safer tech workplaces for women

22 Jun 26

A free online 4-module workplace health & safety course for women and gender diverse professionals working in Australia’s tech & IT sectors.

Women’s Health & Wellbeing Summit 2026 returns to Sydney with focus on longevity, AI, change-making and the future of women’s health

Latest news

Australian Federal Police human exploitation taskforce investigating Richard White

Why is quitting smoking celebrated but quitting alcohol mocked?

I changed careers at 31 and became a pilot – here’s what no one tells you about starting over

Refugees: let’s also celebrate them when they are not winning.

The monoculture myth: Why a one way Australia has never existed and never should

The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

‘It feels like my head is underwater’: How two exiled Iranian women artists are processing a year of violence and loss

The life ‘curveball’ of becoming a carer is exhausting. But workplaces can help

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

‘Too pretty to do math’? Here’s the real reason girls aren’t choosing to study maths

Tennis legend Serena Williams announces historic return to Wimbledon

Forget ‘Follow the Money’: What Australia’s top female entrepreneurs know about success

The monoculture myth: Why a one way Australia has never existed and never should

The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

‘It feels like my head is underwater’: How two exiled Iranian women artists are processing a year of violence and loss

The life ‘curveball’ of becoming a carer is exhausting. But workplaces can help

What drives women to have a ‘freebirth’ without a midwife or doctor? Here’s what the research says

Universal access to early childhood education means little without a stable, supported workforce

More women are turning to share housing later in life and the system hasn’t caught up

Refugee and migrant women know their stories best. It’s time we paid attention.

The expert-backed cash flow tips for business owners

An alarming 12 hours of efforts to restrict reproductive health in Australia

My son has a feeding tube. His story deserves better than a hospital brochure.

Basically, Pauline Hanson wants to abolish a bunch of things

She’s protected women’s rights globally, nows she’s running for office to do it in Australia: Meet Aleta Moriarty

River Ahmad, the first Afghan woman to climb Everest, dedicates historic achievement to women and girls

A goalkeeper wept, a fighter sledged Michelle Obama. Only one of these men showed strength

Who cares? The invisible price unpaid carers pay

Progress as educators guaranteed continued 15% wage rise but more support needed

A million stories, one goal and the hypocrisy we can’t ignore

Jane Fonda, Julia Roberts take on Trump at free speech concert in NYC

AFP to investigate abuse allegations made by Australian flotilla activists

PM demands answers after 9-year-old Australian Hania Ahmed killed in Pakistan police shooting

Women’s Health & Wellbeing Summit 2026 returns to Sydney with focus on longevity, AI, change-making and the future of women’s health

I felt unqualified and uncertain starting a business. 12 years on, I know it’s just part of the process

Gina Rinehart bets $1.4 billion on Musk who “excels in every regard”

From our Partners

The Sydney long weekend with my kids that reminded me I can do hard things as a single parent (and have fun)

The expert-backed cash flow tips for business owners

A lung transplant gave Sheridan a second chance at life. Now she’s urging Australians to register to become organ donors

How an International Court judge thinks about hope

Events For Women

Free RMIT tech intro workshop: SheHacks

Coaching through rapid change – Sydney Leading edge

Creating safer tech workplaces for women

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