We were so excited to finally let the secret out this week – our dream line up of Keynote speakers for the 2026 Thriving Women Conference; Kemi Nekvapil, Cathy McGowan and Olympia Yarger.
If you’ve been to Thriving Women before, you’ll know it’s more than a capacity building conference, it’s also a chance to step away from the day-to-day, reconnect with what matters, and spend time with people who just get it. In 2026, we are bringing that magic to Bendigo, Victoria, on August 10th and 11th – and what an event it is going to be!
On day one of the conference, we’re kicking things off strong with Kemi and Cathy, bringing the kind of conversations that make you think differently, feel deeply, and probably scribble furiously in your notebook. Then on day two, SHE’S BACK! If you were lucky enough to be in the 2023 and 2024 audiences, you know the captivating magic Olympia brings. If you haven’t, trust us when we say, she’s something special.
We can’t wait for you to experience this. In the meantime, you can learn more about our Keynotes here.
Planning your 2026 Thriving Women Conference experience.
Our conference committee (pictured above) have been very busy planning out all the aspects of the 2026 conference, to give you the best experience possible. Here’s a few handy notes to tailor your experience even more:
- Peruse the program, and start to plan out your arrival date, and Toolbox Talk Sessions.
- Dive deeper into the Toolbox Talk presentations, and find the practical sessions which will support your personal and professional development most.
- Make it a full trip! Plan your stay in Bendigo so it’s a perfect balance of work and play (some accommodation deals included!)
- Set your alarms, tickets go on sale 8am ACST, on Monday May 4th – or earlier if you’re on the Thriving Women mailing list – head to the website and fill in the sign up pop up, and make sure you select Thriving Women in your communication preferences.
Whether you’re on the land, in agribusiness, supporting your community or somewhere in between, Thriving Women is your space to step in, connect, and take something meaningful home.
We can’t wait to see you in Bendigo.