Rural Women's Network

The Rural Women's Network (RWN) is a statewide government program of Women NSW located in the Cabinet Office.

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What is the RWN?

From meeting at the crossroads with drought-stricken women in 1992, the NSW Rural Women’s Network continues to reflect and improve how we listen to regional, rural and remote women, link them to information and services and create opportunities that build personal and business resilience and strengthen regional, rural and remote communities.

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NSW Rural Women's Gathering

The NSW Rural Women's Gathering 2025 will be held in Lismore on Saturday 25 October. Registrations are now open.

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Hidden Treasures Honour Roll

Hidden Treasures acknowledges the important volunteer roles women and girls play within NSW regional, rural and remote communities. Nominations for 2025 are now open.

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Rural Women's Network Events

The Rural Women's Network host a range of events and initiatives across regional, rural and remote NSW. From business workshops and networking opportunities to training sessions and roadshows.

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Rural Women's Resource

The Rural Women’s Resource page brings together a broad range of accessible and trusted information to assist women living in regional, rural or remote NSW.

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Women NSW Grants and Funding

Women NSW provides grants and funding for investing in women and supporting organisations to showcase events and activities for women.

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