Bringing local women & local stories together
Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.
– Brene Brown
Community and Business Women’s Network
Community and Business Women’s Network (CBWN) was founded in 2018 with a straightforward purpose – to connect women on the Central Coast.
Though population in the area had significantly expanded in recent years, it was clear that opportunities for women to connect socially and professionally had not. CBWN is built upon the idea that bringing women together creates opportunities for growth, resilience and inspiration at business, community and personal levels. Through a mix of networking events, business showcases and professional development opportunities, CBWN has expanded rapidly to include close to 300 active members. It is open to all women who want to network, make friends, learn, share ideas and support local business.
If you are keen to connect with other Central Coast women in a relaxed and friendly setting, book a seat at our next event or join the CBWN Facebook group today!
Community and Business Women’s Network is a project of Iris Foundation.
Events Calendar
CBWN Events, Iris Foundation Events & Our Social Cause Because We Care Boutique Calendar 2025
Frockin' The Outback
Because We Care Boutique
21st March to 31st March
Dynamic Duo Miss Paula & Amanda are hitting the dust taking our Because We Care Boutique service on the road to much much needed areas of rural outback NSW.
The Boutique Bus will be stocked with 100’s of dresses from Coast to Country Sistas. The duo will be working with service providers to give women beautiful dresses to feel confident, empowered for job interviews, court appearance , & also women escaping DV or experiencing financial hardship.
April Coffee Circle
Glenning Valley 2025
Monday, 7 April 2025
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
The Berkeley Centre
1/3 Heather Avenue
Glenning Valley NSW 2261
$10.00 per person
Devonshire Morning Tea, Lucky Door Prizes & Raffles
Social Media Workshop
Berkeley Centre
Tuesday, 8 April 2025
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
The Berkeley Centre
1 Heather Avenue
Glenning Valley NSW 2261
Join social media expert & CBWN Member Laetitia Boden of MyWebAdvantage & Gatheroo for this 2 hour Social Media Workshop!
Member – $30
Non Member – $50
Annual High Tea & Fashion Parade
Because We Care Boutique Event
Sunday, 13 April 2025
11:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Because We Care Boutique
The Berkeley Centre
1 Heather Avenue
Glenning Valley NSW 2261
Your Guide Central Coast is proud to host the Annual 2025 High Tea & Fashion Parade fundraiser with proceeds supporting Central Coast charity Because We Care Boutique.
1 Adult – $65
Party of 4 – $260
Mother's Day Charity Luncheon
Guest Speaker – Debra Wallace
Friday, 9 May 2025
11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Wallarah Bay Recreation Club
Wallarah Road
Gorokan NSW 2263
Per Person – $65
BWCBCC Raffle – Tickets 3 For $10.00
Community Garage Sale
Because We Care Boutique
Saturday 28 June 2025
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
The Berkeley Centre
1 Heather Avenue
Glenning Valley NSW 2261
For more Info:
0492 914 262
boutique@irisfoundation.org.au
Christmas in July Charity Event
Ettalong Beach
Saturday, 5th July 2025
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Ettalong Bowling Club
103 Springwood Street
Umina Beach NSW 2257
Join us for a very special Christmas in July Charity Event.
2 course meal, welcome drink on arrival, silent auctions, raffles & entertainment/dancing.
1 Adult – $60
Table of 8 – $480
'Bling It Up' Gala Dinner
Because We Care Boutique
Saturday, 6 September 2025
6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Ettalong Diggers
Ettalong Beach
NSW 2257
Join us for a very special Charity Gala Event.
3 course meal, drinks package, silent auctions, raffles & entertainment/dancing.
Proceeds supporting Central Coast charity Because We Care Boutique
1 Adult – $99
Table of 8 – $760
Table of 10 – $950
Testimonials
Member Benefits
Personalised CBWN Namebadge
Discounted CBWN Event Tickets
Members Online Online Directory
Social Media Promotion
Members Only Zoom Meetings
Members Only Facebook Group
5 Promotion Spots Available Each Event
After Hours Hosting Opportunities
For further enquiries please contact info@cbwn.org.au
IRIS FOUNDATION
CBWN is a project of Iris Foundation, a local mental health charity that has been working to foster hope, resilience and connections in the Central Coast community since 2006.
For more information, visit: www.irisfoundation.org.au
Thank you to our sponsors
Special thanks to Central Coast Newspapers for the editorial in today’s edition!💕
Creightons Funeral Service
Wallarah Bay Recreation Club
Because We Care Boutique Central Coast
Iris Foundation
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she was amazing when she spoke a couple of years ago
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So pleased I attended the social media session today & joined & got my new name tag too! 💋🙏
Very interesting day! I learned about Chat GPT
Laetitia Boden well done! You are an inspiration.
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Renee will be back to emcee our Mother’s Day Charity Luncheon 2025 on May 9th💕 ... See MoreSee Less
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I’m so excited for this year’s charity Mother’s Day event. I look forward to seeing you all there!
Our social media workshop is not too far away! Book in asap if you would like to attend💕 Only 3 spots left!
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Our social cause Because We Care Boutique Central Coast have made it to Broken Hill. Thank you to our CBWN community who helped to get them there. You can follow their travels here;
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