Faye Bail, Kerrie Koch, Marg Dowie, Sheila Kemp, Glenys Mundie and Sue Shotton came together for a day of good food and laughter.
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The Lockington Ladies Day lunch made a triumphant return as more than 100 women from around the region came together for the event.
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The event, hosted by Lockington Neighbourhood House with the support of the Lockington District Business Centre, celebrated the International Day of Rural Women.
Lockington Neighbourhood House co-ordinator Tanya McDermott thanked all the women for their attendance.
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Lockington Neighbourhood House co-ordinator Tanya McDermott said the event was a chance to highlight the important role of rural women.
“We are recognising a cohort who traditionally shy away from the spotlight, but make an enormous contribution to their families and their communities,” she said.
“This event is an opportunity for each of us to take time out from our everyday obligations and enjoy the company of those who understand the highs and the lows of the life that we have chosen.”
The day was a chance for women across the region to celebrate International Day of Rural Women.
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The event was held at the Lockington Community Centre on Wednesday, October 15 from noon to 3pm.
Guests were greeted with a complimentary glass of bubbles upon arrival and a ticket into a lucky draw.
Once the ladies settled into their seats, a range of delicious finger food was served.
Sue Harris, Kathi Maddison and Rosemary McIntosh looked stylish on the day.
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As the guests tucked into lunch, they heard from the day’s guest speaker, health and wellness coach Sara Green.
Ms Green led the ladies through a guided meditation before sharing her own wellness journey.
She also discussed the importance of self-care and gave guests insight into her 10 Pillars of Wellness.
Health and wellness coach Sara Green gave a powerful address as the day’s guest speaker.
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Ms Green said it was an honour to attend the event and be surrounded by rural women.
“I love gathering women in the room around the table, in the circle, in my kitchen, wherever we are because we all have a story,” she said.
“You are the backbone, you are the heartbeat, you are resilient, you are wise, and it’s an honour to celebrate you today.”
Representatives from Campaspe Shire Council and Community Bank Elmore, Lockington and Rochester were among the day’s guests.
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The lunch wrapped up in style as Parsons Rochester held a fashion parade featuring the store’s latest spring looks.
Around $6000 was raised through the event, with proceeds going towards the WomenCan charity to support much needed research into gynaecological cancers.
The day would not have been possible without the support of the Community Bank Elmore, Lockington and Rochester, which was the event’s major sponsor.
Mon Brereton, Katie Condliffe, Patti Ferguson, Angela Bacon, Maria Collins, Sandra Bacon and Narelle Bacon enjoyed the chance to network and catch up with one another.
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Deb Chancellor, Trish Clark, Val Read, Victoria Broad and Anne Shawcross were all smiles.
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About 120 women filled out the Lockington Community Centre.
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