International Women’s Day Business Lunch 2026

Give to Gain

Get the gang together for RIN’s signature celebration of successful women, leadership, diversity and connection.

Friday 6 March 2026Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre11.15am – 2.40pm

What to expect

Resource Industry Network continues to celebrate successful women each year through our International Women’s Day Business Lunch. This annual signature event features inspirational leaders and diversity champions who share insights into their careers, the importance of inclusion, and how to create balance.

  • Keynote speaker (to be announced)
  • Panel discussion with inspiring voices
  • New activations and social moments

Why you can’t miss it

With nearly 600 people in attendance last year, this is regional Queensland’s largest International Women’s Day celebration.

  • Sold out five years in a row
  • A must-attend date on the Mackay social calendar
  • High energy, uplifting and genuinely inspiring
Member tickets from $110 - tables of 10 available.

New in 2026

We’re levelling up the experience with more ways to connect, celebrate and enjoy the day.

  • More networking opportunities throughout the event
  • Fun activations, photo ops and social moments
  • New after party to keep the conversation going
After Party: New in 2026 - join us at The Dispensary from 4.00pm – 6.00pm for relaxed post-event networking.

Ticket pricing

  • RIN Member: $110
  • Non-Member: $135
  • Table of 10: $975

Event partners

Platinum Partner

  • BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA)

Major Partners

  • Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal
  • Glencore
  • Mackay City Auto Group

Entertainment Sponsors

  • Aurizon
  • McKays Solicitors 

Student Ticket Sponsor

  • Local Buying Foundation

Limited sponsorshop opportunities available. Contact Hannah (hannah@rin.org.au) to enquire.

Resource Industry Network is the largest membership organisation in the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday and Bowen Basin region, supporting businesses across mining, manufacturing, engineering and METS.