Women in Resources National Awards

The Women in Resources National Awards (WIRNA) celebrate the many varied achievements of women in the Australian resources sector.

Hosted by the MCA in partnership with its Victorian and Northern Territory branches, the New South Wales Minerals Council, the Queensland Resources Council, the Chamber of Minerals and Energy Western Australia, the Tasmanian Minerals, Manufacturing and Energy Council and the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy and, with support from Women in Mining Network state branches.

WIRNA promotes inclusion, diversity and the resources sector as an industry of choice for women. The awards are an important platform to highlight the rewarding careers woman are forging across the industry to attract talented women.

Six awards are presented:

• Exceptional Woman in Australian Resources
• Exceptional Young Woman in Australian Resources
• Excellence in Company Programs and Performance Award
• Inclusion and Diversity Champion in Australian Resources
• Outstanding Australian Tradeswomen/Operator/Technician
• Woman in Resources Technological Innovation Award.

CMEWA Women in Resources Awards

Established in 2010 by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia, the Women in Resources Awards (WIRA) are designed to recognise individuals and organisations working to build a world-class industry which provides attractive career opportunities and enhances the recognition and participation of women in the sector.

NSW Women in Mining Awards

The NSW Women in Mining Awards highlight the role that women play in our industry and recognise the achievements of the outstanding women and gender diversity champions working in our mining companies and supplier businesses. These awards demonstrate the efforts being made to promote greater opportunity and participation for women in mining and showcase the increasing number of career paths that are available to women in the mining sector.

Queensland Women in Resources Awards

The Queensland Women in Resources Awards were introduced in 2006 to promote the achievements of women in the resources sector in Queensland, as well as the advantages of improved gender diversity in the sector. The awards provide a platform to develop ambassadors, role models, champions and mentors to aid the attraction, retention and development of women in the resources sector.

Tasmanian Women in Resources and Manufacturing Awards

The recognise the achievements of women in the mining, manufacturing and resources sectors.  In doing so, they reinforce the benefits of gender diversity to business performance and raise the profile of the sector as an inclusive and rewarding career option for all young Tasmanians.

Victorian Women in Resources Awards

The Victorian Women in Resources Awards recognise professional success, leadership, and advocacy of women working in the Victorian resources sector. The awards aim to provide a platform for women to be role models and encourage more women into the mining industry.