International Women's Day 2026 breakfast with Liz Ellis AO

Join us as we mark International Women’s Day 2026 with a breakfast celebrating the achievements of women in education.

This event is for everyone - because creating a more equitable future in education and beyond is something we can only achieve together.

Hear from our special guest speaker Liz Ellis AO and meet the finalists as we announce the 2026 Director General’s Women of Achievement Award.

Hosted by Master of Ceremonies, Tina Altieri.

Proudly supported by Teachers Mutual Bank.

The theme for International Women’s Day 2026 is Balance the Scales.

Balance the Scales is a promise that every woman and girl – regardless of background or identity – should be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives. Yet in 2026, too many across Australia and the world are still denied that fair go. Discriminatory laws, policies, and practices persist. Gender-based violence remains widespread, and structural barriers block too many from seeking or receiving justice.

These barriers are not inevitable. They are built – and they can be dismantled.

When women and girls stand equal, families are stronger, workplaces are fairer, communities thrive, and society becomes safer for everyone.

This International Women’s Day, let's Balance the Scales together.

#IWD2026

About the speaker

Liz Ellis AO

Liz Ellis AO, a true force in Australian sports media, captivates audiences with her passionate advocacy for women's sport and incisive commentary on the broader sporting and societal landscape.

From coaching her daughter's junior netball team to managing her family farm, Liz's versatility shines through.

With a remarkable television career that spans panel shows, quiz programs, and chat shows, she has been a prominent figure in major sporting events such as the Olympics and Commonwealth Games.

As a celebrated netballer, Liz's leadership led the Australian Netball Team to World Cup glory in 2007.

Honored with numerous accolades, including being named Australia's Most Valuable Player four times, Liz continues to captivate and inspire as a respected commentator and author.

Each table at Optus Stadium seats a maximum of 8 guests. If you buy fewer than 8 tickets, we'll assign you to a table, or you can specify your preferred table during the ticket purchasing process.

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