AusIMM’s IWD Series 2025 Introduces Regional Panel Discussions
We are proud to announce new panel discussions exclusive to our Major International Women's Day Events in Kalgoorlie, WA, and Hunter Valley, NSW – March 2025
AusIMM’s International Women’s Day Event Series 2025 is set to be a transformative journey, bringing together professionals from across the resources sector to drive positive change. In 2025, the series introduces an exciting new feature: regional panel discussions, offering an unprecedented opportunity to explore challenges, share solutions, and inspire collective action towards creating safer, more inclusive workplaces.
The resources industry is at a critical juncture. Persistent issues such as workplace harassment, bullying, and a lack of diversity continue to affect safety, culture, and retention. Recognising these systemic challenges, AusIMM’s IWD 2025 panel discussions will tackle these topics head-on, providing a platform for leading and diverse industry voices to discuss actionable solutions and drive meaningful change.
Regional Panels
As a first for the IWD Event Series, AusIMM is expanding its program to include regional lunch events in Kalgoorlie (5 March) and the Hunter Valley (14 March). These events will feature interactive panels that explore some of the most crucial topics and more, including:
-
Addressing harmful workplace behaviours.
-
Tackling inequities in representation and diversity.
-
Sharing experiences and best practices to build respectful and inclusive workplaces.
Meet the Panellists
Each panel will showcase a diverse group of experts, advocates, and emerging leaders from the resources industry:
- Moderator: Allison Golsby MAusIMM(CP), Business Advisor, Consulting Engineer, and Director - ConsultMine
-
Kylie Blackell MAusIMM, Metallurgist - Strategic Group Lead, WA School of Mines
-
Ivy Chen FAusIMM, Orebody Knowledge Expert, Mineral Resources Limited
-
Donna Rathbone, Unit Manager Surface Mining, Goldfields
-
Sandrine Symons AAusIMM, Graduate Metallurgist, Pilbara Minerals Limited
Hunter Valley Panel Discussion
- Moderator: Kate Bevan, General Manager, People and Culture, MACH Energy Australia
-
Sophie Gillogly, Student Civil Engineering, University of Newcastle
-
Josephine Liantonos, Senior Engineer - Ventilation & Mine Services, BHP
-
Fiona Robertson AM, Non-Executive Director
-
Chris Walsh, Director, Human Resources for Australia, Komatsu
Your Voice Matters
Ahead of these panels, attendees are invited to help shape the discussion by submitting questions for panellists. This is a unique chance to address pressing issues, spark meaningful conversations, and gain actionable insights directly from industry leaders.
Submit a question for the Kalgoorlie panel here or for the Hunter Valley panel here.
These panels are more than just discussions – they are a call to action. Engage with industry experts, collaborate with peers, and contribute to shaping a progressive future for the resources sector. Bring your team together and be part of this essential dialogue, where you’ll gain:
-
Practical strategies to enhance workplace culture.
-
Insights from real-world experiences and innovative solutions.
-
Opportunities to network with professionals committed to driving change.