About us....
The Bellarine Women’s Network began in 2008 as a small group of local women meeting informally over dinner. Since then, it has grown into a vibrant and welcoming community that comes together each month to connect, share ideas, and support local initiatives.
In 2023, the Bellarine Women’s Network Inc. was formally registered as an Incorporated Association, reflecting our growth and the increasing scale of our fundraising efforts. Establishing a formal committee and administrative structure ensures strong governance and transparency as we continue to expand our impact.
Financial membership is available for $10 per year, providing members with voting rights at the Annual General Meeting and a voice in determining how funds raised are distributed. Monthly gatherings remain open to everyone, and financial membership, although encouraged, is not mandatory to attend our get-togethers.
Pictured above at one of our Pink Ribbon fundraising events are three of our founding members: Sue Wall (Fundraising), Karen Coulson (Past President), and Hazel Ingram (Past President) — women whose dedication helped shape the organisation we are today.
If you’d like to join us for a meet‑up, please email admin@bellarinewomensnetwork.org.au or complete the contact form, and we will send you further information.
Round-up
Each month our guest speakers share a wealth of insights, practical information, and community updates. After every meeting, we prepare a Round‑up email for members, which includes speaker notes, key takeaways, and contact details for further follow‑up.
These summaries are also added to our Blog, where you can browse highlights from past presentations and explore links to organisations, resources, and community initiatives.
Visit the Blog page below for a selection of recent round‑ups and speaker summaries.
Bee Keeping on The Bellarine. A round up of our May 2023 get-together with speaker Deb Hadskis
Kai Whyte from Bellarine Community Health enlightened us on the role of BCH, an overview of their services and the volunteer programs.
