Deconstructing Success

In the 1930s, Nancy Bird defied societal expectations, becoming a pioneering aviator at a time when women weren’t meant to fly. From breaking speed r…Read more

From a very young age, Dawn Fraser loved to swim. And swim she did! Like no other before her or since. Born in 1937 as the youngest of eight child…Read more

Born Kathleen Ruska on her people’s traditional land of North Stradbroke Island, working as a domestic servant and then in the Australian Women’s Arm…Read more

Elizabeth Kenny dared to challenge the wisdom of the Australian medical fraternity in the early part of the 20th century. Her deep determination, cl…Read more

In the early part of the 20th century, Dymphna Cusack challenged the dominant perceptions (maps) of Australian society. Putting pen to paper in her …Read more

Fanny Durack, an Australian icon who defied societal norms and embraced the concept of being at cause. From her decision to pursue swimming to her hi…Read more

Louisa Lawson (1848 – 1920) is the person to whom every Australian woman owes a debt of gratitude, for it is because of her mastery over both the mea…Read more

Catherine Spence (1825-1910) was a woman who dared to live her life true to her own values. She believed passionately in the good of all people and …Read more

Caroline Chisholm shaped our nation with her vision, attitudes, and relentless adherence to her solid moral code establishing the Australian adage - …Read more