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Balance the Scales
Join Women in Defence Association - Western Australia as we celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 with an inspiring morning dedicated to this year’s theme: Balancing the Scales.
As we continue to strengthen Australia’s defence capability, diversity and inclusion remain critical. This event will highlight the importance of equitable opportunity, diverse leadership, and the vital contributions women make across defence, national security, and enabling industries
📍 Venue: Aurora Bar, The Melbourne Hotel 33 Milligan St, Perth WA 6000
Tickets:
Individual Tickets: $120 each + Eventbrite fees
No GST is applicable.
Breakfast
A selection of breakfast canape food and non-alcoholic beverages included
Speakers
We’re thrilled to feature four incredible speakers who will share their experiences, insights, and perspectives on balance, leadership and change:
- Ms Colleen Altstock
Consul General
U.S. Consulate General Perth
- Ms Linda Dawson
Head of the Office of Defence Industries
Department of Premier and Cabinet
- Dr Kate O’Shaughnessy
WA State Manager
WA Engagement | Strategic Engagement & Policy Branch| Policy Strategy & Engagement Division
Australian Submarine Agency
- Ms Shamsa Nasr
Former Defence leader, Executive Director, Innovation & Strategy at Anglicare WA
Photography/Videography:
All WiDA events have photographs and videos taken. By attending this event, you consent to being photographed or filmed for use in promotional materials. If you do not wish to be photographed, please contact WiDA, and we will endeavour to make reasonable accommodations.
Contact Us:
WiDA Sponors:
Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors for their ongoing support:
Gold Partners
- WorkSec
- ASC
- Curtin NRAS
Silver Partner
- BAE Systems Australia
Bronze Partner
- Just Focus
- South Metro TAFE
Important Note:
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Melbourne Hotel, 33 Milligan Street, Perth, Australia
AUD 127.61
