Zonta Club of Bundaberg Inc.

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About Us

The Zonta Club of Bundaberg Inc was chartered on the 24th of August 1990.

We are an active force in the Bundaberg Region community, contributing with local service and advocacy projects and collaboration with other community groups.

In 2023 we were awarded the prestigious Community Group of the Year Award at the Bundaberg Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards.

Our club members are dedicated supporters of the goals and ideals of Zonta International and “Building a better world for Women and Girls”.

Present club officers are:

President Donna Habermann
Vice President Carolyn Hoffmann
Treasurer Wendy Redshaw
Secretary Kaz Chadwick

The Zonta Club of Bundaberg meets:

  • First Tuesday of the month
  • 5:30pm
  • Old Bundy Tavern, Customs Bar

We always welcome new members, so if you are interested in making a difference in the lives of women and girls, locally and internationally and would like to attend a meeting email us zontaclubbundaberg@hotmail.com

Advocacy

16 Days of Activism

The annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based violence is a global campaign that runs from 25th November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10th December (World Human Rights Day).

The Zonta Club of Bundaberg is committed to running an annual local campaign of advocacy and education in the local community to raise awareness about the important issues associated with gender-based violence.

       

Educational Awards, Bursaries & Support

  • The Young Women in Leadership Award recognises young women aged 16-19, who demonstrates superior leadership skills and a commitment to public service and civic causes.
  • The CQU STEPS program award, in partnership with CQUniversity provides recognition and financial assistance to a first year female Bachelor student.
  • The Wide Bay-Bundaberg TAFE Bursary is awarded to a woman undertaking a non-traditional female course of study, recognising that women continue to make great strides in areas they were once denied.
  • Primary School Education Encouragement Awards, bursaries to girls transitioning from Year 6 in local State Primary Schools to Year 7 in local State High Schools. Each year ten to twelve bursaries are presented to the students at year end school presentations with monies paid into their account at their enrolling high school.
  • Sponsorship of the Life Education program at one Bundaberg Primary School each year, ensuring that all eligible children are able to participate.

 

Service

Breast Cushions

We hold breast cushion sewing workshops where we assemble breast cushions that get distributed to local breast cancer patients.  These cushions help with comfort after surgery.

   

Birthing Kits

We hold an annual Birthing Kit Assembly Day where we assemble kits that each contain plastic sheeting, gauze, string, a blade, soap and gloves.

These kits provide a clean and safe environment for women in developing countries to give birth. They are simple, low-cost and vital in helping to prevent infections, which can mean the difference between life and death for mothers and newborns.

   

International Women’s Day

Each year we hold an event to celebrate the achievements of incredible women.  These events showcase inspirational guest speakers and the awards for our Young Women in Leadership Award and Robyn Rehbein Yellow Rose Award are presented.

To purchase your ticket for the 2026 Brunch Event on the 8th of March please click here.

Robyn Rehbein Yellow Rose Award

The Zonta Yellow Rose Award recognises women in their communities who have made significant impact through their professional achievements, volunteer work or community service.

To nominate a remarkable woman for the 2026 Award please use this link.

Nominations close 15th February 2026.

 

Fundraising

Throughout the year we raise funds to support our projects through

  • Bunnings BBQ’s
  • Trivia night
  • Raffles
  • Containers for Change by collection of bottles and cans at Pop-up Polo and Oceanfest
  • Cent sales
  • And other ad hoc activities and events

 

Community Support

  • We hold a seat on the DFV Free Matters to Me working group.
  • In 2022 we refurbished a Victim Statement Room (Soft Room) at the Bundaberg Police Station to accommodate the needs of women and children in crisis situations from domestic and family violence. We continue to maintain this space.
  • Support for EDON Place, a non-government community-based organisation that provides specialist domestic and family violence services in Bundaberg and North Burnett Regions
  • Support for Phoenix House that provides supportive, safe, and trusted counselling services in Bundaberg, Childers and Gin Gin.
  • Production of Community Contact cards which have contact details for local community and welfare organisations.

 

Membership

Being a Zontian is such a rewarding experience. It is about celebrating, empowering, supporting and advocating for women and girls. It is about fellowship and friendship.

As members of the Zonta Club of Bundaberg we share a passion for making the world a better place for women and girls through service and advocacy. But we are also passionate about supporting one another, forming friendships and celebrating and uplifting our own members.

      

 

If this sounds like you, then email us zontaclubbundaberg@hotmail.com for more information on becoming a member of our Zonta tribe.

 

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