Dairy Women's Network - Waikato

17/06/2026

Ladies, it’s time to clean out those wardrobes and enjoy a fun night out!

Join us for Sip, Swap & Style — a relaxed evening with Dairy Women’s Network where you can refresh your wardrobe while connecting with other amazing women in our rural community.

When: Wednesday 8th July from 6:30pm
Where: Kereone Rugby Club rooms - Morrinsville

Bring along good quality clothing, shoes, or accessories that you no longer wear but someone else will love. Then enjoy browsing and swapping for something new to you.

Please don’t feel like you have to bring anything to attend — everyone is welcome, and you’re still welcome to take something home if you find something you love.
Whether you leave with a new jacket, a dress for the next event, or simply enjoy a great night of laughs and connection, it’s all about sharing, sustainability, and supporting each other.

What to expect:
🩷A relaxed and welcoming evening with rural women
🩷The chance to refresh your wardrobe for free
🩷A drink and nibbles on arrival, followed by a cash bar
🩷Plenty of laughs and great company

Any items left at the end of the evening will be donated, giving your clothes the chance to help someone else in the community.

Cost: $15 per person – includes nibbles and drink on arrival, then cash bar operating.

Register Here: https://www.dwn.co.nz/events/sip-swap-style-east-waikato/

RSVP by: Monday 6th July

Wednesday 8th July – Ladies, it’s time to clean out those wardrobes and enjoy a fun night out! Join us for Sip, Swap & Style — a relaxed evening with Dairy Women’s Network where you can refresh your wardrobe while connecting with other amazing women in our rural community. Bring along good q...

17/06/2026

Get more out of your Waikato Calf Rearing Expo experience with the exhibitor tables! Pop around and hear from sector experts and see how they can help to make your next calving season a success.

Check out what they have to offer, have a chat, and build on the knowledge you gain from this fantastic practical session.

Limited spaces available, register now to secure your spot!
📌Monday 22 June, Tokoroa
https://www.dwn.co.nz/calf-rearing-expo-2026/

16/06/2026

Join us for our first Udderly Honest Catch Up! hosted by DWN and DairyNZ

A brand-new event to bring women in the rural sector together to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Enjoy a relaxed morning tea sponsored by Ballance Agri-Nutrients while hearing from two inspiring local leaders, Olivia Buckley and Dani Darke, as they share their experiences, insights, and leadership journeys.

When: 8th July from 10:30pm
Where: 70 State Highway 30

All the details can be found here https://www.dwn.co.nz/events/udderly-honest-womens-series-king-country/

Mark the date in your calendar, invite a friend, and join us for a morning of meaningful conversation, connection, and inspiration with like-minded rural women.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Wednesday 8th July – Join us for our first Udderly Honest Catch Up! A brand-new event to bring women in the rural sector together to connect, learn, and be inspired. Enjoy a relaxed morning tea sponsored by Ballance Agri-Nutrients while hearing from two inspiring local leaders, Olivia Buckley and ...

15/06/2026

It's your last chance to register for the Waikato Calf Rearing Expo 2026! ⌛Whether you're new to calf rearing or have years of experience under your belt, this practical session is for you.

Brought to you by NZAgbiz, Seales Winslow, AgriHealth NZ and DairyNZ this expo explores how decisions made in the early stages set calves up for efficient growth, improved health and long‑term profitability.

With practical on‑farm insights, and advice from animal health and veterinary experts using the latest research, you’ll have the advantage going into the next season.

👉Register now: https://bit.ly/4tBV71E
📆Date & time: Monday 22 June, 9:30am - 2:30pm

09/06/2026

The DairyNZ x Dairy Women's Network People Expo is BACK this June!

We're proud to be partnering up with DairyNZ for another round of People Expo events across New Zealand.

📍Thursday 18 June – Te Awamutu Presbyterian Church, Te Awamutu

Whether you’re a farm owner planning your next stage, or an emerging leader ready to take on more responsibility, People Expo brings together high‑quality speakers and respected farmers to share real‑world experience.

To discover more or to secure your spot, head to:
https://bit.ly/4dSa5M5

05/06/2026

Joining us at the Te Awamutu People Expo on Thursday 18 June will be high‑quality speakers and respected farmers to share real‑world experience.

MEET THE SPEAKERS
James Laughlin - Author
James is at the forefront of high-performance leadership and personal mastery, earning global recognition as a pioneering strategist in the field. He is a trusted advisor to leaders and teams at the highest level.

Greg Duncan - Dairy Australia's farm business lead
Greg will host a panel of leading local farmers, who will share their stories of succession and progression, the rationale behind their decisions, and the leadership those decisions required.

Local Farmer Panel -
Each event will showcase two contrasting local dairy farm businesses, providing a practical, side‑by‑side view of how different people and leadership models succeed in today’s dairy sector.

If you’re a farm owner, farm manager, contract milker, sharemilker or equity partner, join us at People Expo to find out how high-performance leadership can transform your life, team and business!

👉Register now: //bit.ly/4dSa5M5

04/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who came along to our Lameness & Mastitis Workshop last week.
It was a great day with plenty of good discussion and practical takeaways. We appreciate all those who joined us! 🐄
Thank you AgriHealth NZ for a great event.

03/06/2026

Gypsy Day on 1 June has been and gone!
Did you or someone you know mooooove to the Waikato?
Perhaps you have new neighbours? 🐮
Connect with Dairy Womens Network in the Waikato Region, meet new people and make new connections! 💬
Follow our Facebook, Instagram, sign-up to our emails or get in touch with one of our Regional Leaders!
🔗 https://www.dwn.co.nz/join-dwn/
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01/06/2026

Maximise your calving season with everything you need to know at the Waikato Calf Rearing Expo! 🐮

Join the teams from NZAgbiz, Seales Winslow, AgriHealth NZ and DairyNZ, as they delve into the latest research and practical on-farm insights from animal health and veterinary experts. Explore how feeding decisions in the early stages, set calves up for life.

You'll gain an understanding of:
✅How early nutrition drives lifetime heifer performance
✅Best‑practice milk and solid feeding for growth
✅Effective weaning transition management
✅Identifying and managing key calf health risks
✅Set up systems that work for both calves and people
✅Why the 5 Q’s of colostrum management and using rigorous hygiene practices are non-negotiable.

Register now to secure your spot, you won't want to miss this. All are welcome! https://bit.ly/4tBV71E

⌚9:30am - 2:30pm
📆 Monday 22 June

28/05/2026

Join us at the Te Awamutu People Expo on Thursday 18 June and find out how high-performance leadership can transform your life, team and business!

Hosted by DairyNZ and Dairy Women’s Network, this year’s People Expo is all about what’s next. Whether you’re planning succession, stepping into more responsibility, or simply wanting to strengthen how your business runs day-to-day, you’ll hear from respected farmers and industry speakers sharing real, practical experience.

Be part of practical honest conversations, gain tools, and leave with greater clarity and confidence.

FREE to attend, but registration is essential: https://bit.ly/4dSa5M5
📍 Thursday 18 June – Te Awamutu Presbyterian Church, Te Awamutu

Being clear on what success looks like for you and your business, and the practical steps you can take to get there, is the focus of this year’s People Expo, whether you’re stepping up in your career or planning how to step back from the day‑to‑day.