August 1, 2016
Entries are now open for the 2017 Rural Industries R&D Corporation’s Rural Women’s Award.
The RIRDC award recognises exceptional rural women and has recognised more than 200 women since it began in 2000.
It is open to all women involved in primary industries or in rural Australia.
Women can nominate themselves or community members can put forward someone with a commitment and desire to making a real difference to their industry and community.
“The award is the highest recognition for rural women in Australia,” Susan Bower, from sponsor Westpac Agribusiness, said.
“It is more than simply acknowledgement of a smart idea, product or service.
“It provides women a platform to play a vital and pivotal leadership role across business and industry, bring about innovative change and build resilient rural communities.”
All State and Territory winners receive a $10,000 bursary to bring to life an idea benefiting rural Australia.
They also participate in leadership development and gain access to a nationwide network of Award alumni.
The national winner and runner-up, selected from the State winners, will also receive a further $10,000 and $5000 respectively.
- Applications close on October 31. The application form can be downloaded from the RIRDC website
