Fresh Networking - International Women's Day 2026 Breakfast - Give to Gain!

International Women’s Day Breakfast. Give To Gain. A morning of connection, generosity and conversation supporting progress for women.

When we give, we gain.

Join Fresh Networking members and guests for our International Women’s Day Breakfast, aligned with the 2026 IWD theme, Give To Gain — a celebration of generosity, collaboration, and shared support.

Give To Gain reflects the belief that when we give our time, knowledge, encouragement, advocacy, and support, we create greater opportunities for women and girls — and stronger outcomes for our wider communities.

This special breakfast brings together business owners and professionals from across the Fresh community to connect, share perspectives, and reflect on how we can collectively support progress toward gender equality.

We are honoured to welcome keynote speaker Linda Widdup, founder of Aussie Hay Runners and recognised as the 2026 Victorian Local Hero in the Australian of the Year Awards.

Starting with just four trucks in 2019, Linda built a volunteer-led organisation that now coordinates more than 70 trucks delivering vital fodder to farmers across Australia. Aussie Hay Runners has travelled millions of kilometres and delivered over 90,000 bales of feed, supporting farming families and livestock through drought and natural disasters.

Linda’s impact goes far beyond logistics. Through grassroots leadership and community collaboration, she has helped bring hope, connection, and resilience to rural communities facing immense challenges. Her story is a powerful reminder that generosity and collective action can create meaningful change.

Expect a welcoming, collaborative morning focused on conversation, connection, and community — all shared over breakfast.