Hermitage Research Facility Schools Plant Science Competition

A number of our members attended the 2023 DAF Hermitage Research Facility School Plant Science Competition. 400 entries were received in all categories from Year 1 to Year 12. Prizes were awarded to schools from all states across Australia.

Costa Georgiadis , the keynote presenter, encouraged students to pursue one of the many fields available in science. His passion for plants, nature and sustainability was the main focus of his address. The future looks bright for STEM

Below – Janet, Jo, Costa and Yve

Hilary, Janet and Colleen. Jenny also attended.

(Zonta International funds a Women in STEM Scholarship funded by contributions to the Zonta Foundation for Women. Zonta encourages women to pursue education, career opportunities and leadership roles in STEM fields.)

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District 22 CONFERENCE 2023 -Update

The District 22 Conference 2023 is successfully concluded. From the warm welcome to Mackay by Mayor Williamson and Aunty Pat Corrie to the final business closure on Sunday 10 September, delegates and guests enjoyed the guest speakers, the several presentations by our education award winners, our Zonta International Representative Annika from Sweden and the Zonta spirit generated by many Zontians being and working together for the future of District 22. Congratulations to the newly elected Board Members and Nominating Committee, as well as to the many first-time Conference delegates who participated in the business sessions. Thanks also to the Zontians of Mackay who hosted the event and to the Organising Committee for their months of planning to deliver a happy and productive District Conference. The District Conference 2025 will be held in Mount Isa. In the meantime the 2024 Zonta International Convention in Brisbane will be the next major event to which we look forward.