Women in Quarrying Lunch - Vic

Women In Quarrying - Victoria
IQA Women in Quarrying Lunch - Victorian Branch

Due to the Victorian Government COVID Restrictions, this event has been rescheduled to Thursday 15 July.

The IQA Victorian Branch is proud to announce the Women In Quarrying Lunch  – We look forward to having you reunite and celebrate our industry achievements, support one another, network and inspire women across the quarrying, extractive and associated industries. Men and Women across the industry are all invited to attend.

This event is an IQA Women In Quarrying initiative, which aims to promote networking among members of the quarrying and associated industries and encourages and creates opportunities for personal and professional development. 

Date:      Thursday 15 July 2021
Time:     12:00pm | for 12:30pm Start | until 3:30pm
Venue:   RSL | 26 Nelson Road | Box Hill | Vic 3128 

The Victorian Branch together with the Women In Quarrying working group look forward to having you reunite and celebrate our industry achievements, support one another, network and inspire women across the quarrying, extractive and associated industries.

This lunch event is an opportunity for both men and women to acknowledge and celebrate the contribution of women in our industry.  The afternoon will be an opportunity to learn and hear from inspirational women.  Book your ticket, organise a table with work colleagues or industry peers, enjoy meeting others from a variety of backgrounds and functions within the industry  – everyone is welcome!

This lunch event includes a three course meal, drinks and features presentations from two successful and engaging women in our industry.

Feature Presentations

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rikki Toms (pictured) is the Innovation, Sustainability and Quality Manager at Laing O’Rourke, a multi national private construction company.  Rikki has 25 years’ experience in the construction materials space, previously working in both functional roles as well as in operational roles across LafargeHolcim, Boral and Fulton Hogan.  Rikki is currently working on the level crossing removal project, which is part of Victoria's big build program, removing 75 dangerous and congested level crossing across Melbourne by 2025.  Most recently, Rikki has been awarded the John Holland Crystal Vision Award for Advancing the Interests of Women in the Construction Industry. This prestigious award recognises individuals, businesses or organisations that are advancing and furthering the interests of women in the construction industry.  Her nomination actively promotes and encourages participation and career progression of women in the industry.  To find out more about Rikki click here

We are also proud to announce Emma Pane (pictured) who will join us and share her story and experiences within the industry.  Emma is a Mechanical Engineer and works for Boral Construction Materials, currently the Quarry Manager at Lysterfield, Victoria.  Since joining Boral in 2014, Emma has held a variety of roles at Boral including Project Engineer within the Quarry Business and working at Boral Asphalt.  To learn more about Emma click here and here

Please secure your place at this event.  We look forward to welcoming you.

Registrations have closed. To be added to a waitlist please email [email protected]

The lunch event is proudly supported by ASTEC and HITACHI. 

 

   

  


Program Outline:

12:00pm: Arrival & Registration
12:30pm: Welcome
12:40pm-3:20pm: Lunch, Presentations & Networking
3:20pm: IQA Update, Reflections and Closing Comments
3:30pm: Event ends

Is this event for you?

This event is open to everyone: men, women, peers, colleagues, employers, industry leaders.  All quarrying and extractive industry operators, suppliers and related services are welcome to attend.
This event is hosted by the Institute of Quarrying - Victorian Branch for IQA Members and Non-Members.

Registration

Members $80.00 inc GST

Non-members $95.00 inc GST  click here to become an IQA member

Your Ticket includes 3 course meal, drinks and featured presentations.

Dress:  Smart Casual  

The Venue: RSL

The Box Hill RSL is a modern contemporary venue, located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.  The Box Hill RSL is newly renovated and is located a short distance from the Box Hill Public Hospital, Epworth Private Hospital and Box Hill Institute known fondly by many industry students and graduates.  Located on Nelson Road, which is easily accessed off Whitehorse Rd (Maroondah Hwy),  a 10mins walk from Box Hill Central Shopping Centre and Public Transport Interchange (Train & Bus Station).

Parking
There is ample complimentary off street parking at the venue.

Access & Directions
The RSL is located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

  • Accessible from North of Melbourne is via the M80 Metropolitan Ring Road and / or M2 Eastern Fwy
  • Access from the West is via M3 East Link and / or the M2 Eastern Fwy. 
  • Access from the East via Maroondah Hwy
  • Access from the South is via M11 Peninsula Link and M3 East Link

Accommodation
The following are suggested nearest accommodation options, subject to availability:

Avani Melbourne Box Hill Residences

Poplar Sanctuary - Box Hill

Whitehorse Aprtments Hotel - Mont Albert

Quest - Mont Albert

Arise Sky One - Box Hill

City Edge Aprtment Hotel - Box Hill

Motel - Box Hill

Elizabethan Lodge - Blackburn

Best Western Plus The Tudor – Box Hill

Shoppingtown Nightcap Hotel - Doncaster

Beau Monde International- Doncaster East

    

Registrations have closed. To be added to a waitlist please email [email protected]

 
When
15/07/2021 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
AUS Eastern Standard Time
Where
RSL | Box Hill 26 Nelson Road Box Hill, VIC 3128 AUSTRALIA
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