Zonta Club of Rockhampton Inc

03/11/2026

It all starts here in Rockhampton.

The Zonta Women in STEM Award recognises women making a real contribution to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. You only apply once, to the Zonta Club of Rockhampton, and that one application is your path to recognition at club, District and International level.

If you’re doing great work in STEM, this is your sign to put your hand up. If you know someone who is, make sure she sees this.

Check the eligibility details and download the application form here:
https://zonta.org/Web/Web/Programs/Education/Zonta_Women_in_STEM_Award.aspx?hkey=93b52ab5-ef2f-401b-8774-b6143ad02da1

Email your completed application to [email protected] by Tuesday 15 December 2026.

28/10/2026

Think of a woman you know doing great work in STEM, the one who lights up talking about her research, her code, her designs or her data.

Now picture her with $1,000 behind her work and her name in the running for District and International recognition.

That’s what the 2027 Zonta Women in STEM Award can open up. A single application to the Zonta Club of Rockhampton puts her on the path to:

Rockhampton Club Award: $1,000 AUD
District Award: $2,000 AUD
International Award: $5,000 USD

Local applications close Tuesday 15 December 2026. Eligibility and the application form are here: https://zonta.org/Web/Web/Programs/Education/Zonta_Women_in_STEM_Award.aspx?hkey=93b52ab5-ef2f-401b-8774-b6143ad02da1

Tag her in the comments. Sometimes the push to apply has to come from someone else.

20/10/2026

On Tuesday night in Rockhampton, a room full of students got to ask the questions that could shape their whole career.

STEM Connect brought together panellists working in science, technology, engineering and maths, and students from local schools came ready to listen and ask.

This is why Zonta does what it does. When young people can see someone doing the job, it stops being out of reach.

Thank you to our panellists, attendees, supporters and students.

19/10/2026

One application. Three levels of recognition.

Applications are open for the 2027 Zonta Women in STEM Award, celebrating women advancing science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

It starts here in Rockhampton and opens the door to District and International recognition:

Rockhampton Club Award: $1,000 AUD
District Award: $2,000 AUD
International Award: $5,000 USD

Local applications close Tuesday 15 December 2026.

Check eligibility and download the application form: https://zonta.org/Web/Web/Programs/Education/Zonta_Women_in_STEM_Award.aspx?hkey=93b52ab5-ef2f-401b-8774-b6143ad02da1

Send your completed application to [email protected]

Know someone who should apply? Share this with her.

19/10/2026

Join the Reclaim the Night event on 30 October

Women's Health Information & Referral Service CQ Inc. is hosting a Reclaim the Night BBQ and Candlelight Ceremony as part of Sexual Violence Awareness Month.

This annual event aims to raise community awareness, promote support options available, and uphold a clear message that sexual violence will not be tolerated in our community.

5.15 pm onwards, Friday, 30th October, 2026 at 225 Bolsover Street, Rockhampton.

This event will commence at 5.30 pm. A minute of silence to acknowledge and remember lives lost and all who have been impacted by sexual violence will be held after the BBQ. Candles are provided.

All community members are welcome to attend.

Please RSVP by contacting reception on (07) 4922 6585 or email [email protected] before Friday, the 23rd of October.

17/10/2026

Somewhere in Rockhampton there’s a 13 year old who loves maths. She has no idea it could lead to designing bridges, running a power station or building the next app everyone uses.

Next Tuesday, she could meet the women who do it for a living.

STEM Connect is a free evening at CocoBrew where girls and young women aged 12 and up can meet women working in science, technology, engineering and maths right here in Central Queensland. These are real people with real careers, happy to answer the questions she hasn’t thought to ask yet.

Parents, aunties, teachers, coaches: if you know her, bring her along.

📍 CocoBrew, 114 William Street
🗓 Tuesday 20 October, registration from 5:15pm, event 5:30 to 7pm
✨ Free, refreshments provided, proudly sponsored by Stanwell Corporation

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/stem-connect-oct-2026

Tag someone who should bring a young woman with them.

15/10/2026

Next Tuesday night, we’re bringing women in STEM from across Central Queensland into one room, and we’d love you to be in it.

STEM Connect is a relaxed evening where women just starting out in science, technology, engineering and maths meet the women who’ve built careers in it. One conversation could spark a collaboration, a mentorship, or someone’s next career step.

📍 CocoBrew, 114 William Street, Rockhampton
🗓 Tuesday 20 October
🕠 Registration from 5:15pm, event 5:30 to 7pm
✨ Free, with refreshments provided

Bring a friend, a colleague, or a young woman aged 12 and up who’s curious about where STEM could take her.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/stem-connect-oct-2026

Proudly sponsored by Stanwell Corporation.

15/10/2026

🌟 CURIOUS ABOUT STEM? THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU AT STEM CONNECT!

🔬 Young and curious? Discover exciting possibilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics!
🎓 Exploring your future? Meet women working in STEM, discover career pathways and make connections that could shape your future.
👩‍🔧 Building your career? Connect with other women, share experiences and expand your professional network.
💡 Experienced professional or industry leader? Share your expertise, connect with peers, identify emerging talent and help inspire the next generation of women in STEM!
🌿 Retired but still passionate about STEM? Your experience is invaluable! Come along, reconnect and inspire others.

💙 STEM CONNECT – Connect. Share. Inspire.
We're bringing together women and girls of all ages and career stages for a relaxed, welcoming evening of conversation, inspiration and connection.

Whether you're 12 and just discovering your interests, considering a career change, established in your profession or enjoying retirement, your curiosity, knowledge and experiences all have a place at STEM Connect!

You don't need to work in STEM to attend. Just come along, meet new people and explore the possibilities!

📅 Tuesday 20 October 2026
🕔 Registration from 5:15 pm | Event 5:30–7:00 pm
📍 CocoBrew Rockhampton, 114 William Street
🎟️ FREE event – refreshments provided
👭 Bring a friend, colleague, daughter, granddaughter or someone who could benefit from making new connections!
👉 REGISTER FREE:
https://events.humanitix.com/stem-connect-oct-2026

💛 Proudly presented by the Zonta Club of Rockhampton Inc, with the generous support of Stanwell Corporation.

STEM Connect brings together aspiring and established women in STEM across Central Queensland for a free evening of connection, mentorship and collaboration.

11/10/2026

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL
11 October 2026

Zonta International actively supports and celebrates International Day of the Girl, an annual observance dedicated to recognizing girls' rights and the unique challenges they face globally.

This International Day of the Girl highlights our dedication to ending child mariage, amplifying the voices of girls worldwide and advocating for their rights to education, health, safety and equal opportunities.

As Zontians, we unite to raise awareness and take action so that every girl can reach her full potential by informing those in our communities what a childhood without marriage looks like and where child marriage is still legal.