Minerva Network is delighted to welcome Dr Lauren Burns OAM OLY as a Minerva Legend.
On Tuesday, 29th October, Sport NSW and Minerva Network hosted an inspiring networking and panel discussion event at Sydney Swans HQ. This event brought Minerva Network mentors and athletes together with sports industry professionals, directors, and emerging leaders, fostering meaningful discussions and connections that further the goal of increasing gender equity in sports governance.
From Australia to the World Stage: Celebrating the Impact of 2024 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup As the Australian women’s cricket team gears up for the highly anticipated 2024 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, taking place from October 3 to 21, they are set to take on the world and build on their amazing legacy.
This Summer of Cricket is about to ignite. Kicking off with a T20 series against New Zealand in Mackay and building up to the historic day/night Ashes Test against England starting January 30 at the MCG, this action-packed season highlights the incredible progress of women’s cricket.
Remarkable. Exceptional. Courageous. Impressive. Exemplary. Inspiring. As Minerva Athlete Lauren Parker carried the Australian flag to lead the nation’s Paralympians into the closing ceremony, the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games wrapped up an extraordinary showcase of athletic excellence where a record 1983 female athletes (45%) competed across 22 sports – the highest number of women competitors ever!
Minerva’s Sports Governance Program is aligned with the launch of National Gender Equity in Sport Governance Policy announced yesterday by the Australian Government.
The Minerva ACT "Elevate Your Voice" workshop, presented by Catherine McGrath and hosted by the ACT Meteors on 9 July was results focused and impactful, bringing together a diverse group of Minerva athletes from various sports to enhance their public speaking and networking skills.
As we gear up for the Paris Games, there’s never been a bigger, or more important, time to show our support for our incredible Australian sportswomen. We’re incredibly proud to launch our exciting new brand direction and our latest video showcasing our journey so far and our mission to empower Australian sportswomen. Check it out here and see how we’re breaking barriers and pushing boundaries together.
Minerva Network is proud to announce that Australian retail icon Harvey Norman is joining as an official partner. Harvey Norman is renowned for its support for sport and athletes at every level in Australia for over 30 years.
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.
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.
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.
Increasing athlete representation in all aspects of Paralympic sport drives elite wheelchair rugby player Ella Sabljak as much as her drive to compete.
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.
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.
NRLW squad member and proud Central West NSW local Georgie Coote has been awarded the inaugural McLoughlin Minerva Scholarship for Sportswomen at Wollongong University.
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).
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.
NRLW squad member and proud Hunter Valley product Jules Kirkpatrick has been awarded the third annual Newcastle Knights Minerva Scholarship.
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.
One of Australia’s greatest distance athletes and four-time Olympian Benita Willis has been named Minerva Network’s newest Minerva Legend.
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.
