About the Mareeba Business Womens Club

The Mareeba Business Women's Club Inc. was established some 17 years ago to bring together women in business and to provide friendship, information sharing and inspiration to its members and women in general.The Club is a not for profit organization and is involved in fundraising for its annual Bursary Award which is presented each year to a senior student of the Mareeba State High School and also raises funds to assist in community projects.

Each month (3rd Wednesday) the Club holds an informal dinner with a guest speaker and arranges networking opportunities and activities. The monthly dinner meeting is an opportunity for all business women (not only women who have their own business, but women who work for a business) to meet over dinner, to catch up, talk business and make new contacts and friends. Every business woman in the Mareeba District is encouraged to join and contribute to the Club. If you would like more information please contact one of our members on the numbers listed below or to join head to our membership page to fill out an online application..

Contact Details

Postal Address:: MBWC, PO Box 1681, Mareeba, 4880, Queensland, Australia
Telephone Number:: For general enquiries please contact Robyn Boundy on (07) 4092 3014 during business hours
Email Address:: enquiries@mareebabusinesswomen.com.au

Our Committee

President — Gail Bradshaw

Gail runs her own business Competitive Curtains and Furnishings which was established three and a half years ago. The business specialises in made to measure Curtains and Soft Furnishings all made locally on the premises in Mareeba. All types of made to measure Blinds are also available.

She employs four local ladies and contract fitting to a local Builder. Gail is a strong believer in supporting local businesses and community Groups.

Vice President — Deborah McGrath

Deborah has a Bachelor of Business majoring in Management, Marketing and Human Resources and is currently the Finance Manager for Advanced Rural, a stockfeed mill. Prior to that appointment, Deborah was the Secretary and Event Manager for the Mareeba Rodeo, Festival and Show; the largest annual event held in the area. Deborah's strengths are in management, finance and bookkeeping, where she has over 20 years experience.

Deborah is also the Treasurer of the Mareeba Chamber of Commerce and Vice-President of the Australian Bushmen's Campdraft and Rodeo Assn North Queensland, volunteering time to assist with events such as the Business Awards, Economic Forum and North Queensland Rodeo Finals.

Deborah was born in Mareeba and attended the Mareeba State Primary and High Schools, before attending James Cook University (Cairns).

Secretary — Robyn Boundy

Robyn has been involved in intensive livestock production for 40 years, also owning a hairdressing business for 26 years. This business has expanded in the last year to provide a Wig and Turban service.

Robyn is also a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is a Director of a National Industry Company as well as being Queensland State Vice President of Pork Producer Organisation.

Treasurer — Frances Petersen

Frances was born and has lived in Mareeba all her life, together with her husband have operated an earthmoving business for the last 20 years.

She has worked in retail and administration positions and after having 3 children commenced a Costume Hire business from home and recently has returned to administration employed by Queensland Health.

Publicity Officer — Cynthia Houchin

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Newsletter Editor — Aurelia Rogato

Rogato Bros Real Estate is owned and managed by Aurelia Rogato, Principal of the business.

Aurelia started her real estate career early and is originally from Cairns and has spent 13 years working in Real Estate.

In 2002 she established her own real estate business in Mareeba entering the market at a very opportune time. “Coming from the Cairns Market I could see the vast opportunity that the Mareeba market offered.” Since its inception the business has grown from strength to strength. Today in 2009 the business continues to grow and expand and they have recently moved into their new office especially designed for the day to day operations of a busy real estate office.

Functions Co-ordinator — Annie Bartlett

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Guest Speaker Co-ordinator — Kasmin Brotherton

Kasmin works for Helena Blum Insurance, a mobile insurance agency servicing the Far North from bases in Cairns and Atherton. Helena Blum Insurance specialises in the insurance needs of people in business and enjoys a reputation for quality relationships with clients.

Kasmin says she is based in her favourite part of the world and enjoys the area and people too much to call it work. She believes strongly in supporting her community and enjoys volunteering her time for committees who promote, support or enhance the region.

Kasmin has a thirst for knowledge and often has her head stuck in a book. She is also learning to play the drums and meditate, though not simultaneously.

Kasmin has a financial planning background and has completed her Diploma of Financial Planning. She is a Justice of the Peace.

Membership Co-ordinator — Michelle Lee

Michelle Lee runs Lime Business Solutions, a small business providing administration solutions to other small businesses. Michelle's extensive administration experience through local government, large private enterprise and tourism ventures ensures Lime's ability to assist all businesses.

Michelle is also the Publicity Officer for Assistance Dogs (NQ) and is studying to become a qualified trainer for new assistance dogs.