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May 22, 2025

THANK YOU JANE SPRING AM - WELCOME BELINDA ROWE AS NSW CO-CHAPTER LEAD

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Jane Spring AM, who is stepping down as NSW Co-Chapter Lead. Jane has made an exceptional contribution to Minerva during her time in this role.

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Jun 3, 2024
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EMPOWERING POSITIVE PATHWAYS FOR FEMALE ATHLETES: IRONWOMEN LIZZIE WELBORN AND HARRIET BROWN

Harriet Brown and Lizzie Welborn are two formidable forces in the world of professional surf sports who are also making waves in supporting the next generation of female athletes.

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May 31, 2024
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MINERVA CALLS FOR DONATIONS TO SUPPORT AUSTRALIA’S ROLE MODELS AND FUTURE LEADERS

Australia's leading sportswomen are inspiring the nation and Minerva is with them every step of the way. Your donation will help Minerva to empower more women athletes to reach new heights of success and representation on the global stage. Please donate now to help our professional athletes fulfil their potential. Together we soar.

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Apr 3, 2024
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MINERVA CO-FOUNDER SAM MOSTYN AO ANNOUNCED AS NEXT GOVERNOR-GENERAL

Minerva Chair and Co-Founder Christine McLoughlin AM is thrilled to share the news and her congratulations on the appointment of Minerva Co-Founder, Director and Mentor Sam Mostyn AO as Australia’s next Governor-General.

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Mar 21, 2024
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CHANGING THE GAME ON COURT AND IN THE BOARDROOM: Para sports star Ella Sabljak

Increasing athlete representation in all aspects of Paralympic sport drives elite wheelchair rugby player Ella Sabljak as much as her drive to compete.

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Mar 14, 2024
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SPORTING LEGEND KURT FEARNLEY AO BECOMES MINERVA AMBASSADOR

Three time Paralympic gold medallist and two time Commonwealth Games gold medallist Kurt Fearnley AO PLY has declared his support for Minerva Network, coming on board as an Ambassador in the quest to support more professional sportswomen soar on and off the field.

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Mar 4, 2024
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Minerva Network Unveils New Brand on Eve of International Women’s Day 2024

On the eve of International Women’s Day 2024 and the 6th anniversary of Minerva Network, foundation partner Aurecon hosted our partners and mentors, marking a milestone in our gender equality journey.

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Feb 27, 2024
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RULING THE FIELD AND COURTS: Hockey's Morgan Gallagher

Morgan Gallagher’s journey from hockey to law showcases self-belief, perseverance, and excellence. Minerva Network is proud to support her, with mentor Professor Sarah Kelly OAM

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Feb 21, 2024
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MEET PARALYMPIAN MADISON DE ROZARIO OAM AND HER MENTOR SAM MOSTYN AO

She’s a four time Paralympian with two gold medals, three silver and a bronze to her name. First Australian athlete to win four gold medals in any para sport at the Commonwealth Games. First Australian women to win the New York Marathon. Ten World Para Athletics Championships medals. Madison de Rozario is widely regarded as one of Australia’s greatest athletes. We caught up with Madi and her Minerva Mentor and Minerva Co-Founder Sam Mostyn ahead of the 2024 Paris Games.

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Feb 6, 2024
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GEORGIE COOTE AWARDED INAUGURAL MCLOUGHLIN MINERVA SCHOLARSHIP

NRLW squad member and proud Central West NSW local Georgie Coote has been awarded the inaugural McLoughlin Minerva Scholarship for Sportswomen at Wollongong University.

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Feb 2, 2024
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MINERVA ATHLETES AND MENTORS RECOGNISED IN AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS

Congratulations to the six Minerva Mentors and Athletes who were among the 1,042 Australians recognised in the Australia Day 2024 Honours. Top honours went to Professor Fiona Wood who was awarded an AO (Office of the Order of Australia). Avril Henry, Christina Matthews and Ellie Cole each earned an AM (Member of the Order of Australia), and Dominique Mecoy and Rachael Lynch were awarded OAMs (Medal of the Order of Australia).

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Dec 19, 2023
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MINERVA ACT CO-LEAD ANNOUNCED WITH BIG PLANS FOR 2024

With planning underway for a big year ahead, the Minerva Network has added to its fire power by appointing local businesswoman Liesel Wett OAM to the role of Co-Lead for the ACT Chapter.

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Dec 11, 2023
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RISING STAR JULES KIRKPATRICK AWARDED THIRD ANNUAL NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS SCHOLARSHIP

NRLW squad member and proud Hunter Valley product Jules Kirkpatrick has been awarded the third annual Newcastle Knights Minerva Scholarship.

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Nov 28, 2023
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OLYMPIC CHAMPION KERRI POTTHARST OAM APPOINTED MINERVA LEGEND

Olympic champion Kerri Pottharst OAM has been named the newest Minerva Legend by Minerva Network. Kerri's legacy in Australian sports history is cemented by her pivotal role alongside Natalie Cook as the Dreamachine, winning gold in Beach Volleyball at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. Her contributions to the sport extend beyond the sands of Bondi Beach, resonating through her inspiring speaking engagements, coaching endeavours, and thought leadership in high-performance domains.

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Nov 22, 2023
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DISTANCE RUNNING GREAT ANNOUNCED AS MINERVA LEGEND

One of Australia’s greatest distance athletes and four-time Olympian Benita Willis has been named Minerva Network’s newest Minerva Legend.

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Nov 15, 2023
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MINERVA ACT EXPANDS OUR ATHLETE SUPPORT

The growth of the Minerva Network in the Australian Capital Territory reflects a positive shift towards greater gender equality and diversity in leadership roles. By providing mentorship, networking events and advocacy the increased visibility and success of women athletes in the ACT is a testament to the positive impact of the Minerva Network.

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Oct 16, 2023
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NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS & MINERVA SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

The Minerva Network is delighted to announce the Newcastle Knights and Wests Group Australia have committed to a third $10,000 12-month tertiary scholarship.

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Oct 3, 2023
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SLIDING DOORS MOMENTS LEAD TO SUCCESS IN & OUT OF THE WATER: Abby Andrews

Abby Andrews’ Tokyo Olympic dream hinged on a heart-stopping decision: “The Olympics? Or not the Olympics?”—a choice she faced in early 2021 as a water polo lefthander.

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Sep 21, 2023
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ON TOP OF THE WORLD: Noemie Fox

French-born Noemie Fox could be considered to have kayaking in her veins, with both parents competing in the sport at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Now she's really making a splash, spectacularly winning a gold medal at the 2023 Canoe Slalom World Championships as a member of the Australian women's kayak team.

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Sep 12, 2023
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MITCHELL STARC NEWEST MINERVA AMBASSADOR

On the eve of leaving Australia to join the Australian cricket team in India to compete in the cricket ODI World Cup, international cricketer Mitchell Starc has announced he is joining our Minerva Network as an Ambassador standing alongside rugby legend Phil Kearns AM.

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Sep 1, 2023
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UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG ANNOUNCES McLOUGHLIN MINERVA SCHOLARSHIP

Minerva Chairman and Co-Founder Christine McLoughlin AM is partnering with the Minerva Network to provide a scholarship to an elite female athlete to study at the University of Wollongong.

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Aug 30, 2023
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ATHLETE DREAMS: The Story of a Pioneering Female Sailing Athlete

A shocking new report has revealed that Australia’s elite athletes are running on empty and reconsidering their sporting futures due to overwhelming financial pressures. Minerva Athlete Jess Muir's story shows just how this crisis is impacting our elite sportswomen. Jess's Minerva Mentor Simone Waugh shares her story.

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