SOLD OUT — JOIN THE WAITLIST International Women’s Day Business Lunch 2026 Give to Gain RIN’s signature celebration of successful women, leadership, diversity and connection is now sold out. Join the waitlist to be contacted if tickets become available. Friday 6 March 2026Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre11.15am – 2.40pm Event update This event is now sold out. If you missed out, join the waitlist and we’ll be in touch if tickets become available. Join the waitlist What to expect Resource Industry Network continues to celebrate successful women each year through our International Women’s Day Business Lunch. This annual signature event features inspirational leaders and diversity champions who share insights into their careers, the importance of inclusion, and how to create balance. Keynote address from Kate Davies, CEO of Netball Queensland Panel discussion with leaders across industry, business and community New activations, photo ops and social moments Keynote speaker Kate Davies CEO, Netball Queensland Kate Davies is an accomplished senior executive with more than 25 years of leadership in public administration, policy development, governance, and sports administration. After twelve years in the nation’s capital, Canberra, in various roles in and adjacent to public administration, Kate returned to her hometown of Brisbane to be Executive Officer to the Premier of Queensland and has since held several executive management roles. Kate’s career trajectory into sports administration commenced as General Manager, Corporate Affairs and Strategy with Cricket Australia and Queensland Cricket. She was responsible for securing international cricket content for major regional centres including Mackay, attracted funding to establish the National Cricket Campus in Brisbane and successfully lobbied for upgrades to the Gabba. Kate also led projects that resulted in the growth of fan engagement in the Women’s Brisbane Heat team, particularly through regional Queensland, and the development of a 10-year infrastructure strategy for Cricket in Queensland. As CEO of Netball Queensland since January 2022, Kate stewards the governance and growth of the sport throughout the state as well as the management of the iconic Queensland Firebirds, and the 5,000-seat Nissan Arena home of the Firebirds and host to other professional and community major and minor sporting, recreational and entertainment events all year round. In leading the governing body of netball in Queensland, a key focus is ensuring all netballers across the vast state of Queensland can engage with the game and pursue their dreams at any level of the sport. Kate is passionate about helping people fulfil their potential and as a CEO sees her ultimate responsibility to be setting workplace conditions that allow employees to thrive. Kate is also a Director of the Brisbane Racing Club and a Member of the JuicedTV Advisory Board. Event host Tegan Philpott Isaac Regional Council With decades of experience in media, marketing, communications and stakeholder management, Tegan Philpott brings a unique blend of professional skills and local knowledge to Council. Her previous roles include Branch Operations Manager at PCYC Queensland, Morning Presenter and Chief of Staff at ABC (Mackay), and most recently Partnerships and Communications Manager at BMA CQ Rescue. Tegan has also run a successful voice coaching business for two decades. Panel speakers Joining the conversation this year are Kate Sommerville (BHP Mitsubishi Alliance – BMA), Jacqui Morrison-White (Mackay City Auto Group) and Stacey Kreyts (Barada Barna Aboriginal Corporation) — three accomplished leaders representing major industry, private enterprise and community. Together, they’ll share honest reflections and practical insights on leadership, opportunity, resilience and what Give to Gain looks like in action. Expect a grounded, engaging discussion that speaks to both professional growth and community impact. Why you can’t miss it With nearly 600 people in attendance last year, this is regional Queensland’s largest International Women’s Day celebration. Sold out five years in a row A must-attend date on the Mackay social calendar High energy, uplifting and genuinely inspiring Sold out for 2026. Join the waitlist to be contacted if tickets become available: Join the waitlist New in 2026 We’re levelling up the experience with more ways to connect, celebrate and enjoy the day. More networking opportunities throughout the event Fun activations, photo ops and social moments New after party to keep the conversation going After Party: New in 2026 - join us at The Dispensary from 4.00pm – 6.00pm for relaxed post-event networking. Ticket pricing For reference only (event is now sold out). Join the waitlist to be contacted if tickets become available. RIN Member: $110 Non-Member: $135 Table of 10: $975 Join the waitlist Event partners Platinum Partner BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) Major Partners Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Glencore Mackay City Auto Group Entertainment Sponsors Aurizon McKays Solicitors After-Party Sponsor MI Scaffolding Student Ticket Sponsor Local Buying Foundation Sold out — Join the waitlist Resource Industry Network is the largest membership organisation in the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday and Bowen Basin region, supporting businesses across mining, manufacturing, engineering and METS.