guests
We are pleased to introduce to you our hosts for the Broken Hill Rural Women's Gathering
Dr Natalie Shepard & Sandra Martin
Dr Natalie Shepard
Dr Natalie Shepard has an enthusiasm and passion for life that is both infectious and inspiring. She is mentor, coach, author and speaker. She has an innate ability to share her passion, and to communicate valuable messages rich in experience, knowledge and insights, from a background of health professional, business owner and global business woman, she is sought-after by many for her expertise, knowledge, opinions & mentoring.
She has a lifetime commitment to further learning, personal development and growth … and lives by Aristotle’s mantra of, ‘The more you know, the more you realise how much you don’t know.’ So for Natalie life is a journey of learning and implementation, growth and sharing … and having a wild and wacky fun time along the way!
Natalie shares her insights, learning and expertise, with the Wild Wacky Wonderful Women community, and is committed to helping all women build greater self confidence and self belief, to go after the goals that they have set for themselves and to achieve the life that they want … to be visible and to have a voice … then in turn lead and inspire other women … to ‘Be the Change you want to see in the World’ - Ghandi.
Sandra Martin
Sandra Martin doesn’t take life or herself too seriously and loves the quote: 'It doesn’t matter where you’ve been; it only matters where you are going' Brian Tracey. Her experience in senior management in the corporate arena, and as a business owner, gives her a wealth of experience in the area of what it takes to have success in your chosen career or life path and who you need to be to have a sustainable, profitable and successful business. Throw into the mix that she is married to a farmer and is the mother of two grown children and you’ve got someone with loads of life experience, with the education, insights and resources to inspire, lead and motivate any audience or individual.
Sandra is passionate about learning, and is committed to self improvement and personal growth in every area of her life. She enjoys working with women and building high trust relationships. She has a passion for helping others shine which she does with respect, humility and humour. Sandra lives by the mantra of 'Life isn’t a dress rehearsal, so give it your all'. She believes that we must all eventually look inward to grow outward.
We are pleased to welcome the following guests to the Broken Hill Rural Women's Gathering.
Catherine Britt has a voice that instantly gets your attention … but unlike others, it is the craftsmanship of this singer/songwriter who unashamedly boasts a worthy story to tell that truly keeps her audience enthralled.
Her recording career commenced in 1999 when at the tender age of 14 she released her first EP followed in 2001 by her debut album release. Since then she has released five more studio albums as well as a 'Best of' album and has collected along the way accolades, a legion of fans and a mantel of awards.
Britt’s drive to better herself and continue to improve as an artist, is what has led her to continue on as one of Australia’s most successful Singer / Songwriters and businesswomen.
Catherine Britt
Philmah Bocks is a performer, compere, mistress of ceremonies, social lubricator, glamorous host & all-round entertainer. Internationally renowned Philmah Bocks is one of Australia’s most unique Drag Queens.
She’s got a wardrobe bursting with fabulous frocks and a repertoire of spectacular musical numbers.
Miss Bocks is quite simply, contemporary drag at its finest. Her salacious, savvy style is sure to beguile and enchant you for a night you will never forget!
Philmah will light up the room with her stunning costumes and savacious wit.
Philmah Bocks
Susan Bryant specialises in managing wealth for rural families. She helps rural families understand their own stories and breathes life into their dreams so they can feel certain about their future now and for those to come. Susan has developed a process that starts with each family’s most deeply held values and works through to specific personal and financial outcomes for each generation. Based in South East Queensland, she has clients from Queensland, NSW and Victoria and predominantly works with the first generation in the family.
Susan has been an advisor for 26 years; 15 of those in Toowoomba, working with rural families and a further decade working in Private Wealth Management in both Sydney and Brisbane with some of Australia’s wealthiest dynastic families.
Susan Bryant
Mariette Curcuruto
Mariette Curcuruto was born in Brisbane, Queensland and for the first 29 years of her life, had travelled no further west than Toowoomba. Pursuing her life's interest, Mariette has been a practising solicitor for almost 20 years.
Love intervened in her very-late 20s, and after marrying Geoff Dunlevy, Mariette moved first to Moree and later to Broken Hill, and has lived in and practised law in Country NSW for approximately 15 years. The move to Broken Hill opened unexpected doors for Mariette, allowing her to practice law in an area that fast became her passion, assisting women and children leaving violent relationships.
Mariette and Geoff have 2 children, Gianna (10) and Geoffrey (7). Having developed a serious health issue, Mariette is currently on work hiatus, enjoying life in Broken Hill and looking after two active children.
Mariette's major concern at the moment is ensuring that she does not do anything silly enough to land her on the front page of the Barrier Daily Truth under the headline "Magistrate's Wife in Mad Scandal".
Stephanie Dale is an award-winning journalist and author with a background of 25 years in media, politics and publishing. She is a skilled media trainer and writing coach whose passions are walking very long distances and writing.
Stephanie has published two books: the travel memoir 'My Pilgrim’s Heart' and the novel 'Hymn for the Wounded Man', which won the 2011 Independent Publisher Book Award for Best Fiction (Australia/NZ).
Stephanie works closely with Jill Moonie, of Creative Fast Forward, designing and delivering workshops dedicated to the creative process.
Stephanie Dale
the Janes are brilliant, inspirational, funny, emotional, flawless, fabulous ...
They burst onto the Australian Folk scene in the early 1990's, arising from a desire to explore and showcase pure Bluegrass harmonies and any other vocal style that took their fancy!
Quirky, warm and funny there is a joyous interplay between the Janes on stage that is not scripted and very inclusive. People leave their shows feeling uplifted, entertained, inspired and like they have been held in a very warm embrace.
the Janes
Tania Kernaghan
Tania Kernaghan is one of this country’s most loved and respected performers. She is a passionate Australian, sharing her love of the country and its characters through her stories and songwriting.
A very accomplished horsewoman, she feels just as at home in the saddle as she does in front of a television camera or performing on stage.
When it comes to entertaining, Tania Kernaghan is one woman who certainly delivers the goods. Her voice is pure, her dynamic personality and ability to captures the hearts of her audiences will definitely leave you wanting more.
