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The Coffs Coast Business Womens Network was initiated in 2004 to meet the needs of the local business community. Since that time it has grown to a database of over a thousand email subscribers and over 100 guests at our monthly events.

Our mission is simple:

To nurture the professional and personal development of women through an informative, supportive and fun networking environment.

We are a not-for-profit Incorporated Association operated entirely on voluntary basis. Any surplus revenue is invested back into the local community.

As network we have raised over $20,000 for the local community through:
  • Percentage ticket sales
  • Regular raffles – prizes kindly donated by our members & sponsors.
  • Direct donations
Our local charities include:
  • Coffs Coast Autism Association
  • Titivators – cancer support
  • Coffs Harbour Cancer Council 
  • Warrina Womens’ Refuge
If you are a Member of BWN and would like to host a raffle for you favourite charity at one of our events please contact us via email - click here

Our Objectives

The Coffs Coast Business Womens Network’s (CCBWN) key objectives are:
  • To lift the level of awareness, acceptance and visibility of women and the talents and resources they have to offer the economy.
  • To provide a forum for like-minded individuals to share information, ideas and knowledge and bring about positive change.
  • To learn from and motivate each other by fostering an environment where positive influences are the norm and the word ‘can’t’ is not part of the vocabulary used.
  • To create a non-critical gathering place for all members in which to support, encourage and challenge one another to achieve beyond their own expectations in all aspects of life.

Our Code of Ethics

An organisation's reputation for ethical practices is one of its most valued assets.  This reputation is achieved through the efforts of all its members (& guests) and their avoidance of any activity that might reflect unfavourably on their own or the organisation's integrity and good name.

The following principles are applied by the CCBWN members and guests when attending CCBWN events and /or carrying out activities associated with the CCBWN:
  • We do not use hard-sell tactics on any member or guest of the organisation.
  • We keep the membership list and directory private and confidential.
  • We will follow up on contacts courteously, with integrity and in a non-threatening manner.
  • We will support others through referrals, advice and information.
  • We will use the network to build relationships, make friends and build trust with other me
For more about how to join the Coffs Coast Business Women’s Network click here

Our events

We meet on the first Thursday of each month (except December  & January ) for a fun filled networking event including exciting keynote speakers, activities, raffles and lucky door prizes for you to enjoy.
Whether you are a business owner, a career woman, a stay at home mum, semi-retired, retired or not currently working you will feel welcome at Coffs Coast BWN.
We host a series of eleven signature events per year, plus smaller social and charity events in partnership with key stakeholders.

Our series of events include:
  • Networking Breakfasts
  • Business After Dark
  • CCBWN Christmas Party
Other events
  • We also arrange BWN group bookings and partnerships with local charity events such as:
  • Autism Masquerade Ball
  • The Cancer Council - Relay for Life
  • Dragons Abreast Australia - Boat Regatta
  • International Womens’ Day events
  • ZONTA Fund Raising Film nights

What our members & guests say

“What a great meeting this morning. The venue, the food, the company and the
speakers I really enjoyed. We on the Coffs Coast are lucky to have such a variety of business women. So, I say "Well done" and thank you for such a great event.”
Sharon Donald
Coffs Harbour Challenge Inc.

‘Great morning - thank you.’
Jasmine Durbidge
Bonville International Golf Club

‘Fabulous brekkie - well done girls.’
Lynne Windmill
MBT Financial Services

“Thankyou for my invitation to attend breakfast on Thursday. It was my first BWN brekky and I must say I had a lovely start to my day and felt very welcome. It was wonderful to share a morning with such a diverse range of talented women. Thankyou.”
Narelle Coreless
John Paul College

"Thank you very much for a lovely Christmas Party function on Friday night. It was a fabulous evening and I am very grateful to you for making sure I was looked after and that I met people - always hard turning up when you don't know anyone! I think it was a very successful evening and I look forward to being able to attend more events in the New Year."
Carla Marchant
Finance Manager - Coffs Coast Health Club

“I would like to thank you and congratulate you on a fantastic Christmas party that you organised for your members at Coffs Harbour Botanical gardens last Friday night. The food was excellent, the fashion parade and models stunning and the whole atmosphere was one of fun and friendship. Well done”
Patty Delaney
North Coast Area Manager - Cancer Council