2026 NSW Rural Women's Gathering Workshops

Postcards From Home 

Deb Michell-Smith 

Create a small painted postcard inspired by home, memory and place. In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, artist Deb Michell-Smith will guide participants through simple painting and storytelling prompts to capture a landscape, moment or feeling that connects them to where they belong. 

Women’s Empowerment & Personal Safety Workshop 

Narrabri and District Community Aid Service (NDCAS) 

Build courage, confidence, and personal power while developing mental strength and practical self-defence skills. Learn how to manage stressful situations, take action during paralysing moments, and explore your own inner strength in a supportive, empowering environment. 

Body, Mind and Breath 

Susan Michell 

An introductory qigong practise (qi - vital energy, gong - skill) an ancient practice using body, mind and breath, followed by a guided meditation.  

Biosecurity awareness, plant a native instead 

Narrabri Shire Council, Clare Felton-Taylor/Deb Bancroft 

Engage with Narrabri Shire Council Biosecurity Officers on the key biosecurity concerns for our region. Learn what cactus are not permitted in your garden and take home a native plant. 

Can AI Build Your Business in 40 Minutes? Watch. 

Regional AI Co, Tiffany Leahy 

There has never been a better time to start a business in regional Australia. Resources used to be tight. Agencies, budget, all out of reach. Not anymore. Watch a business get built from concept to brand to website, live in the room, in 40 minutes, for 50 dollars a month. 

Sourdough baking  

One23 Café, Alisa Maton  

Introduction to sour dough baking. Participants will make their own loaf, learn kneading, shaping and scoring techniques. Take home a jar of starter, and your freshly baked loaf will be available the next day.   

Mat pilates with Georgie 

Quest Pilates, Georgie Hamblin 

Come join Georgie from Quest Pilates Studio on the mat! 

Empowering your finances  

C&W financial Services  

Workshop covering topics including financial independence. Building multiple income streams, financial confidence after life change  

Strong Kids, Strong Communities: Supporting Early Development 

HealthWISE  

Explore how the early years shape your child’s health, learning, and wellbeing in this practical, workshop led by local HealthWISE professionals Designed for parents and carers of children aged 0–8, you will gain confidence, useful ideas, and the chance to share experiences with others. 

Rest, restore and rise 

Herb and Spice Naturopathy  

Create your own sleep ritual, because for many women, genuinely putting their own rest and health first is breaking new ground. 

 Finding Your Voice: Storytelling for Rural Women  

HerHerd, Jen Laurie   

Discover the power of storytelling in creating change, explore why stories matter, the power of lived experience, how to share stories ethically and when to tell, or protect, your story.  

Beyond Baths and Gentle Walks: What Self-Care Really Means 

Boundless Psychology, Malinda Guest  

Self-care is more than baths, walks and wellness trends. This interactive workshop explores self-care, self-esteem and our relationship with ourselves, challenging common myths and misconceptions through discussion, reflection and practical activities to support everyday wellbeing. 

Create bespoke pearl earrings  

Miss Mollee Designs 

Create 2 beautiful pairs of pearl earrings in 2 different styles, using gold filled wire a mixture of and resin flowers while learning new techniques.  

Namoi Women’s Shed Tour  

Namoi Women’s Shed  

Take a tour of the Namoi Women’s Shed. Meet the women creating magic and making a difference, you’ll also get to create a memento to remember your visit.