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Posted on Monday 24th of February, 2025,
Greater Shepparton City Council invites the community to come together and celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) on Saturday 8 March 2025, with a range of activities aimed at promoting inclusivity, wellbeing and the achievements of women.
In Summary
This year’s theme for IWD is Accelerate Action, which encourages collective efforts to drive meaningful change and build a more equitable world. To celebrate the occasion, Council is hosting three free community events, offering an opportunity for residents to connect, unwind and enjoy the outdoors.
Residents can start the day with Yoga in the Park from 8.30am at Queens Gardens, followed by Scones in the Park from 9.30am at the same location. In the afternoon, Salsa in the Park will take place from 4.00pm at Victoria Park Lake, providing a fun and energetic way to mark the occasion.
Council is also proud to support the following local initiatives through the International Women’s Day Grants Program:
Council’s Director Community, Louise Mitchell, highlighted the importance of IWD celebrations in recognising women’s achievements and encouraging meaningful conversations about equality.
“International Women’s Day is about celebrating the contributions of women in our community while creating opportunities for connection. These events are a wonderful way for people of all ages to come together, enjoy the outdoors and reflect on the progress we’ve made towards gender equality,” she said.
Women’s Charter Advisory Committee member, Heidi Beech, encouraged local women to take part in the financial literacy session. The session will cover essential topics including how to make money last until payday, effective money management and budgeting, as well as the basics of banking.
“Financial wellbeing is an important aspect of independence and security. This session is all about giving women the knowledge and confidence to take control of their finances, whether that’s managing everyday expenses, planning for the future or making informed financial decisions,” she said.
Council invites everyone to join in and support this global day of recognition and action. For more information about the International Women’s Day events, visit our webpage here.
For further information, please call Council on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au.
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