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Join us in celebration of International Women's Day

by Boating Industry Association 5 Feb 07:24 GMT
BIA International Women's Day 2025 © Boating Industry Association

Celebrate International Women's Day with the Boating Industry Association on 6 March, as we bring together professionals from across the marine industry for an inspiring and empowering event.

BIA will be hosting events in stunning waterfront locations in both Sydney and on the Gold Coast. Enjoy drinks, mouth-watering canapés and network with like-minded industry colleagues.

You will hear from inspiring speakers? Dr Suzy Green and Jo Porter from The Positivity Institute. Plus, we're proudly supporting Dress for Success, raising funds to help women re-enter the workforce.

There will be goodie bags for all guests and the opportunity to take part in a raffle with some fantastic prizes up for grabs!

Our Sydney event will be hosted by Tracy Souris, BIA Director, Women in Boating Chair and Manager of Sydney Boathouse, and Karen Baldwin, BIA Director and CEO of Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, will lead the Gold Coast event.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect and celebrate all the incredible women and their supporters in our industry.

BIA members, partners and stakeholders receive exclusive access to pre-sale tickets before the event is opened up to the wider industry on 11 February.

Don't miss out, secure your spot today!

  • Date: Thursday 6 March, 2025
  • Time: 12.30pm - 3.30pm
  • Sydney Location: The Boathouse, Rose Bay
  • Gold Coast Location: The Captain's Lounge @ The Boat Works, Coomera
  • Ticket Price: $139 pp

Get tickets for Sydney.

Get tickets for Gold Coast.

Thank you to our event partners, Pantaenius, Sanctuary Cove Marina, The Lane Retreat, The Industry School and Quality Marine Clothing.

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