National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy
The National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy aims to transform how Australian students learn about the nation’s $80 billion food and fibre sector.
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2026 Rural Women’s Award Gala Dinner and National Announcement
Save the date for an unforgettable evening at the Great Hall, Parliament House! Bringing together industry leaders, politicians, change-makers, event partners, sponsors and of course our seven National Finalists and their friends and family, the Rural Women’s Award Gala promises an evening filled with inspiration, recognition, and empowerment. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night to remember!
About the Gala Dinner and National Announcement
Mark your calendars – the National Winner and Runner Up of the 2026 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award will be announced at a Gala Dinner at the Great Hall, Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.
The black-tie celebration will bring together alumni, government officials, industry leaders, private sector and supporters from across the country for what promises to be a night of inspiration, connection and powerful storytelling. 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award National Winner Carol Mudford will be the event MC for’ the black-tie evening.
The annual Rural Women’s Award Gala is an opportunity to celebrate the forward-thinking, courageous leaders who come from industries across some of the remote areas of Australia.
Learn more about the Rural Women’s Award
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Tickets will be available via EventBrite and sales are opening soon. Limited tickets are available – subscribe to our weekly newsletter or the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award mailing list to be notified when they go on sale.
Relive the magic from 2025's Gala Dinner and National Announcement
Key Event Information
Date
8 September 2026
Location
Great Hall, Parliament House, Canberra
Helpful Information
Ticket sales are opening soon. Limited tickets are available – subscribe to our weekly newsletter or the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award mailing list to be notified when they go on sale.
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