FOUR finalists will vie for Victoria's 2014 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) Rural Women’s Award.
Agriculture Minister Peter Walsh said the four finalists of the award came from diverse backgrounds and were all high achievers dedicated to their local communities and the Victorian food and fibre sector.
The finalists are:
• Karen Corr, a community engagement professional from Central Victoria;
• Julie Aldous, a food and fibre teacher from Mansfield;
• Avril Hogan, a rural market research consultant from Horsham; and
• Lisa Fahey, a dairy farmer and industry leader from Terang.
“This year’s finalists were selected for their outstanding work and achievements in the food and fibre sector, and for their dedication to making a difference in their chosen industry,” Mr Walsh said.
“They were also chosen for best articulating a strategy for sharing their skills, knowledge and experience with others within their communities and industries.”
Minister for Women’s Affairs Heidi Victoria praised the achievements of each of the four finalists.
“The Rural Women’s Award plays a vital role in acknowledging and rewarding the important part that women play in their communities and rural industries,” Ms Victoria said.
The Victorian winner will be announced at Parliament House on 13 March and awarded $10,000 to support her leadership development.
The winner and runner-up will be offered the opportunity to participate in the prestigious Australian Institute of Company Director Course in Canberra.
The Victorian winner will then join winners from other states and territories as finalists for the national award, to be announced in Canberra in October 2014.
Click here to read more about last year's Victorian winner Michelle Freeman.
