Women's Honour Roll

IWD 2022 (Left to right) - Cr Tim Drylie, Heather Mutimer, Claire Culley, Cr Lesley Hewitt, Hon Catherine King MP, Joanne Pegg, Jack Pegg and Elaine Morrison

International Women’s Day is celebrated across the world on 8 March each year. The purpose of the day is to recognise women and their achievements.

In 2005, the Heather Mutimer Honour Roll was established to pay tribute to the women in the Hepburn Shire whose contributions, courage and examples have led to significant social change for women.

The roll provides a forum to acknowledge women who have made a difference in our Shire. By acknowledging these women, past and present, they become role models for generations to come.

Past recipients

Nomination process

We call for nominations in September/October each year. Nominations for 2023 have now closed.

The International Women's Day Honour Roll Advisory Committee makes recommendations to Council on up to five recipients each year. Posthumous nominations can also be submitted. 

Nominations can be submitted under one or more of the following categories:

• Trailblazer: an inspiring role model who effectively leads the way for women starting out in a field that is traditionally male-dominated and has significant barriers for women
• Local champion: a dedicated member of their community who has used their skills and expertise in a voluntary or professional capacity
• Change agent: a woman who has made an enduring commitment in their field of expertise, interest or endeavour that has brought about significant and lasting change
• Emerging leader: a young woman redefining leadership in their career, field or passion
• Leading through disaster: a woman has led their organisation or community in disaster preparedness and response at a grassroots, state or global level.

For further information read the current nomination form(DOCX, 116KB).