The awards recognise individuals and organisations working to build a world-class industry which provides attractive career opportunities and enhances the recognition and participation of women in the sector. This year's categories include:

• Outstanding Large Company Initiative
• Technological Innovation
• Outstanding Operator / Technician / Trade Woman in Resources
• Outstanding Young Woman in Resources
• Outstanding Woman in Resources
• Women in Resources Champion
• People’s Choice Award

This year's awards presentation dinner will again be hosted by Annabel Crabb, ABC’s Chief Political Writer and presenter of Back in Time for Dinner, The House and the highly acclaimed Kitchen Cabinet series.

CME encourages companies to take the opportunity to engage more men and women in their organisations in the diversity discussion by registering a balance of men and women at their tables.

5.45pm - welcome reception | 6.30pm - awards presentation

Dress Code: business/cocktail attire.

Further information about WIRA can be found on the WIRA website.