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Virtual Town Hall—online, NOT in a town hall!!
Where do the parties stand on the issues affecting women and girls in Victoria? Join NCWV for a Virtual Town Hall as we share our Victorian Election 2026 Scorecard, discuss the responses, and open the floor for questions.
NCWV is non-partisan. We do not endorse political parties or candidates. Our aim is to help voters compare the parties' stated policies and make informed choices.
We have invited all currently registered parties to respond.
Tuesday 10 November 2026, 7:00 pm AEDT
Register here
Annual Festive Luncheon, Tuesday 24 Nov., 12:00pm — William Angiss Restaurant, 550 Little Lonsdale St (Spencer St end)
Join us Tuesday 24 November 2026 for a conversation with award winning designer Tonya Hinde, who has a passion for designing with empathy for the people who will use the space. Tonya has contributed significantly to groundbreaking projects such as The Royal Children's Hospital, Perth Children's Hospital, and Orygen Development for Youth Mental Health. Tonya has over 30 years of experience in the Australian architecture industry. Tonya will speak on: Creativity and Caring.
This wonderful face-to-face NCWV gathering will begin at 12 Noon with a welcome drink, then a two-course meal, tea/coffee, with much chat, laughter, and sisterhood.
Please bring cash with you as we will be having raffles, the funds from which will be given to the HOPE Network.
Please note: We have no credit card facility.
Save the Dates:
3 December Council Meeting – Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists will brief us on benefits of gender equality at RANZCOG – for consumers and training of health professionals.
7 February 2027, 11:00am – for the Pioneer Women Celebrations: Pioneer Women in Trades
The November edition of the NCWV Newsletter is now available.
PLEASE CONTACT NCWV FOR AN APPLICATION or RENEWAL FORM or CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINKS TO DOWNLOAD THE FORMS
>> 2026-2027 NCWV Individual Membership Application Form
>> 2026-2027 NCWV Individual Membership Renewal - Information Form and Fees
>> 2026-2027 NCWV Organisation Membership Application Form
>> 2026-2027 NCWV Organisation Member Renewal and Delegate Details Form
Email: [email protected]
Opportunities for Personal Development at NCWV
We have opportunities for personal development at NCWV. Click on the links below for more information
Click here to view the 2026 NCWV Annual Report.
Click here to read our statement regarding the violent attack at the Bondi Beach Hanukkah event.
The following newsletters are now available: November 2026, October 2026, September 2026, August 2026, July 2026,June 2026, May 2026, April 2026,March 2026,February 2026,December 2025,November 2025,October 2025,August 2025,July 2025, June 2025, May 2025, April 2025, March 2025, February 2025, December 2024, November 2024, October 2024, September 2024, August 2024, July 2024, June 2024, May 2024, April 2024
NCWV Committee for 2026/7
The AGM on Thursday 3 September 2026 was attended by 18 members in person and 13 members by ZOOM.
The Returning Officer was continuing Honorary Secretary Phoebe Swift, who informed the meeting that all of the nominations were provided in accordance with the rules, and as there being only one nomination for each position – the nominees were elected.
Subsequently at the Committee Meeting on 17 September 2026, new Individual Member Jane Frawley was appointed as Honorary Secretary A – Secretary to the Council.
President |
Ronniet Milliken |
Vice President |
A Robyn Byrne OAM |
Vice President |
B Sarah Barnbrook |
Hon. Secretary A |
Jane Frawley |
Hon. Secretary B |
Phoebe Swift |
Public Officer |
Meenakshi Bhayani |
Hon. Treasurer |
Meenakshi Bhayani |
Convenor Standing Committees |
Sarah Barnbrook |
General Members |
June Anderson, Asha Chintapalli, Guosheng Chen, Pam Hammond, Dr Julie Stevens, Dr Deborah Towns OAM, Hean Bee Wee AM |
Standing Committees
Convenor Standing Committees |
Sarah Barnbrook |
Status of Women
Coordinator |
Sarah Barnbrook |
Adviser Implementation of Conventions |
Robyn Byrne OAM |
Adviser Legislation |
Ronniet Milliken |
Adviser Human Rights |
Sarah Barnbrook |
General Wellbeing
Coordinator |
Julie Stevens |
Adviser Health |
Prof Cassandra Szoeke |
Adviser Nutrition |
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Adviser Habitat |
Asha Chintapalli |
Adviser Environment |
Sustainable Development
Coordinator |
Dr Deborah Towns OAM |
Adviser Women and Employment |
Dr Deborah Towns OAM, Niti Bhargava |
Adviser Rural and Regional Women |
Chris Rippon |
Adviser Consumer Affairs |
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Adviser Economics |
Niti Bhargava |
Communications
Coordinator |
Sarah Barnbrook |
Adviser Education |
Elida Brereton / Pam Hammond |
Adviser Arts and Letters |
Elida Brereton |
Adviser ICT, Social Media & Mass Media |
Sarah Barnbrook |
Adviser Music |
Vacant |
Social Issues
Coordinator |
Dr Yee Man Louie |
Adviser Child and Family |
Dr Rumbi Nyanhoto |
Adviser Youth |
Sarah Barnbrook |
Adviser Multicultural Affairs |
Niti Bhargava |
Adviser Ageing |
Vacant |
NCWV Note: Representative Committee Members
Individual Members Representative |
Pam Hammond |
Geelong Branch Representative |
Nonie Crozier |
Young NCWV Representative |
Vacant |
Membership
Membership means you can
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Meet others interested having a voice in women’s issues at local, state, federal and international levels
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Build your leadership and community advancement skills by participating in the running of our incorporated association
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Participate in the voting process at the Annual General Meeting
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Share your knowledge, skills & experience as a volunteer, speaker or mentor
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Enjoy member benefits, including newsletters, reports and special event rates
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Contribute financially to support our Civics and Citizenship program including the annual My Vote My Voice student event at the Parliament of Victoria
Mission Statement
National Council of Women of Victoria, NCWV, is a non-party-political, non-sectarian, not-for-profit, umbrella organisation with broadly humanitarian and educational objectives. It seeks to raise the awareness of women as to their rights and responsibilities as citizens and encourages their participation in all aspects of community life.
Goals
Work for the empowerment of women and families and to promote equal status for women in law and fact.
Develop policies and responses on behalf of women on a state-wide basis.
Act as a voice on issues and concerns of women at state and regional levels.
Link with the women of Australia and the International Council of Women through the National Council of Women of Australia and contribute to the implementation of their plans of action and policies.
Theme
NCWV has adopted the International Council of Women (ICW-CIF) Theme: “Transforming Society through the Empowerment of Women”
Who’s under our Umbrella?
National Council of Women of Victoria membership comprises organisations (affiliates), eligible organizations of women or men and women, and individual members approved by the Council.
>> List of organisations (affiliates)
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the place now called Victoria, and all First Peoples living and working on this land. We celebrate the history and contemporary creativity of the world’s oldest living culture and pay respect to Elders — past, present and future.
Please be aware that this website may contain culturally sensitive material — images, voices and information provided by now deceased persons. Content also may include images and film of places that may cause sorrow.
