International Women’s Day Breakfast 2023 – Wednesday 8 March, 7 – 9am

Northern Beaches Council is holding an International Women’s Day Breakfast on Wednesday 8 March, 2023 at Manly Pacific, Manly.

This year’s guest speaker is Kate Munari, Australia's only female Navy helicopter pilot to fly in Afghanistan.

Kate joined the Royal Australian Navy at the age of 18, through the Australian Defence Force Academy and completed a Bachelor of Science degree. Qualifying as a helicopter pilot in 2006, her skill and dedication to flying led to her being selected for a four and a half year posting to the Royal Navy, UK. There, Kate flew as part of Commando Helicopter Force (CHF) who fly in support of the Royal Marine Commandos.

Kate served in Afghanistan three times as part of CHF, flying day and night, in all weather conditions as aircraft captain and formation commander. She led teams in some of the toughest conditions any workplace can present.

Having been in the military for over 15 years, Kate has added a new dimension to her professional life. Keen to share her experiences with others, Kate will inspire and motivate audiences to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Funds raised through raffle ticket sales at the event will be donated to the two women’s shelters on the Northern Beaches - Manly Warringah Women & Children First and the Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter.