29/10/2026
🥭 QCWA State Conference Wrap-Up!💚
The Country Kitchens team and some of our wonderful volunteer facilitators attended the QCWA State Conference over the past few days!
Delivered in partnership with the QCWA, the Country Kitchens program supports QCWA members to promote healthier eating in their local communities.
Highlights included learning about mango growing in Australia from Piñata Farms, sharing our Product of the Year – Mango Packs, and celebrating another fantastic year for Country Kitchens!
💚 Our 2025–26 impact:
👩🍳 326 facilitators across Queensland
🤝 200 community partnerships
🌟 36,000+ people reached with our 5 key messages!
🏆 A huge congratulations to our Country Kitchens award winners!
🌟 Facilitators of the Year
- Northern: Janice Nelson & Marjorie Ross
- Central: Chaille Twine & Gaileen Wengel
- Southern: Jo Williams
🌱 Rising Star: Jill Udovicich
🏡 Branch of the Year: Bundaberg Branch
🏆 Division of the Year: Burnett Division
Congratulations to all our winners! Your dedication to sharing the Country Kitchens program and helping Queensland communities make healthier choices is truly appreciated. 💚
Health and Wellbeing Queensland