A lot of talking will be done over the weekend with a star studded line up of speakers coming to Glen Innes for the NSW Rural Women’s Gathering – Gather in the Glen.
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Speakers Coordinator Jane Newsome said they hope that the range of speakers appeals to all generations of women.
“They are all just really excited and passionate about rural Australia and rural women,” she said.
“They will be talking about what the real issues are.”
At Friday’s opening celebration dinner Mary Coustas will be entertaining attendees.
Mary Coustas, best known for her alter ego Effie, said she loves to discover new places so is thrilled to be coming to Glen Innes.
“These events are always mutually beneficial and equally as educating for me,” she said.
“I would say I have an inspirational story as I know the benefits of immense difficulties and what you can withstand.”
“You’ve got to take the positive out of the situation.”
Mary said women should never underestimate who they are.
“Women at their best are unbeatable,” she said.
“It’s a social bonus (of these events) to find other women to find comfort and compassion and to have a laugh with.”
During Saturday’s morning session hear business and personal success stories from local speakers Gail and Roger Fletcher as well as Doctor Donna Quinn.
Inspirational speaker Michael Crossland who wowed Glen Innes crowds with his story earlier this year will be joining the ticket on Saturday too prior to the workshop tours.
On Saturday night local entertainer Grant Newsome will be sharing some highlights of his international musical and dance career.
Sunday morning sessions will be with journalist Georgina Dent and Annabel Dulhunty speaking along with Jean Kittson keeping everyone in line as the MC.
Author and comedian Jean Kittson said coming to rural and remote towns to do shows brings her back to her roots and is a tonic for her.
“I always have the best time, especially at women’s events, it’s such a relaxed vibe and knowing that they will have a good time to celebrate and laugh,” she said.
“It’s camaraderie and warmth, people who can relate with you.
“These events give you such a lift.”
Jean said 8.30am was not really the best time slot for a comedian but she isn’t fazed as she is hoping to share information from her book ‘You’re Still Hot to Me’ which is a look at the joys of menopause.
“The more wines people have the funnier I am,” she said.
“But really its women empowering women; we have come such a long way in women’s health too but women really struggle with menopause.”
The Rural Women’s Network ‘ideas and issues’ discussion on Sunday will also give attendees the chance to have a voice to harness the wisdom and creative solutions of women who are out facing these difficulties every day.
