Ladies Who Long Lunch Scarborough 2026

The next Ladies Who Long Lunch event will be held on Friday, 21st August 2026 at Tempest Seafood Restaurant, overlooking the beautiful Scarborough Harbour.

Our August Empowerment Panel will explore the powerful connection between personal growth and professional success. Together, we'll discover how confidence, leadership, continuous learning and personal development can shape our businesses, careers and lives.

Through inspiring stories and honest conversations, our guest panellists will share the experiences, lessons and mindset shifts that have helped them grow, adapt and create meaningful impact. Whether you're building a business, navigating change, or simply investing in your own growth, this event is designed to leave you feeling inspired and empowered.

This is your invitation to pause, step away from the busy pace of business, and enjoy a beautiful afternoon connecting with inspiring women in a stunning waterfront setting.

Event highlights:

• Friday, 21st August 2026 – 12:00pm start

• Enjoy meeting and networking over lunch with friends in business

• A shared lunch prepared by the chefs at Tempest Seafood Restaurant

• A classic beverage package included with your ticket

• An inspiring Empowerment Panel sharing real-world stories you’ll want to hear

• Photo opportunities

• Lucky door prizes

The Empowerment Panel: 

Our August Empowerment Panel will feature inspiring women whose work centres around helping others unlock their potential and create meaningful change.

The conversation will include:

• An award-winning executive coach and leadership facilitator who helps professionals strengthen their confidence, influence and leadership capabilities.

• A successful business owner and brand strategy expert whose commitment to lifelong learning has helped her build a thriving business while empowering others to grow.

• A passionate advocate for empowering the next generation through confidence-building and personal development programs that encourage young girls to recognise their potential and create futures on their own terms.

Together, these women represent different stages of the development journey, from building confidence and capability to leading teams, growing businesses and inspiring others to reach their full potential.

Stay tuned to our socials for official speaker announcements and event updates.

The Lunch:

A beautiful share lunch is included with your ticket.

When purchasing tickets, you’ll be asked to provide the dietary requirements for each guest in your booking. If you’re booking on behalf of others or purchasing a Group Booking of 8, please check with your guests about their dietary needs before completing your purchase.

Please ensure food allergies are clearly noted.

Ladies Who Long Lunch Hosts Kirsty Fields (left) and Jo Stevens (right)

About Ladies Who Long Lunch:

Created by Kirsty Fields, Creative Director of Social Ocean, and Jo Stevens, Founder of Quirky Habits, Ladies Who Long Lunch is designed for women who:

• value friendship and meaningful connection

• want to take time out of their busy lives or businesses

• enjoy building genuine relationships with other women in business

These events aren’t just for women actively working or running businesses. They are also for women who understand the importance of self-care, connection, and the positive impact of spending time with others who inspire, support, and uplift each other.

Your hosts, Kirsty and Jo, both run business networking communities across Brisbane and the City of Moreton Bay. They are passionate about creating welcoming spaces where women can connect socially, support each other professionally, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.

About Tempest Seafood Restaurant:

Located on Scarborough Harbour and overlooking the fishing trawlers and waterfront precinct, Tempest Seafood Restaurant combines exceptional dining with some of the Peninsula's most spectacular views.

As the afternoon unfolds, guests will enjoy meaningful conversations, valuable connections and beautiful harbour views, with the opportunity to continue networking over cocktails as the sun begins to set across the water.