Media Release

The Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) is excited to announce the opening of nominations and applications for the prestigious 2025 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Award. This award celebrates outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the dairy sector, showcasing their passion, drive, innovation, and leadership. 2025 will be the 14th year for the award […]

A new partnership between Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) and New Zealand’s leading workforce management software provider, AgriSmart, is set to streamline farm operations with innovative administrative tools.   AgriSmart’s integrated approach to efficient farming and its commitment to the rural sector make it an ideal partner for DWN in supporting its members with the knowledge and

Dairy farmers across New Zealand will benefit from specialised insurance solutions, as Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) announces a new partnership with Finance House Group Limited. For over 40 years, Finance House Group has been dedicated to helping Kiwis protect what matters most. With over five decades of combined industry experience, their team has a wealth

The Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) will welcome Kevin Argyle and Rowena Duncum as new trustees to its board at their Annual General Meeting later this month. “The appointments of these passionate, skilled, and knowledgeable Trustees are set to make a bright future for DWN,” says DWN Board Chair, Trish Rankin. Kevin Argyle, based in Manawatu,

Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) is excited to announce a new partnership with Rabobank, New Zealand’s only specialist food and agribusiness bank.  Established over 125 years ago as a cooperative in the Netherlands, Rabobank has a strong commitment to farmers globally. In Aotearoa New Zealand, their single focus on food and agribusiness has enabled a deep

At the Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) Annual General Meeting in October, two Board Trustees, Donna Smit and Mark Heer, will step down as they end their time on the Board after almost ten years.   Trish Rankin, DWN Board Chair, said “Mark and Donna have been invaluable on our Board. Their multiple-terms (three-years per term)

Herd health veterinarian Katrina Roberts is the 2024 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year. The award was announced at tonight’s gala dinner of Dairy Women’s Network 2024 Conference “Enhance, Elevate, Evolve” in New Plymouth.   Katrina was recognised for her outstanding passion and advocacy for the dairy industry. DWN Trustee Donna Smit says Katrina has raised

Eastern Bay of Plenty dairy farmer Rebecca O’Brien has been named the 2024 Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) Regional Leader of the Year. The award was announced at tonight’s gala dinner at the DWN 2024 “Enhance, Elevate, Evolve” Conference, held in New Plymouth. This award showcases inspirational women who demonstrate excellence at grass roots, leadership in

Dairy Women’s Network (DWN) is proud to announce the finalists of the Regional Leader of the Year for 2024.  The finalists of the Regional Leader of the Year for 2024 are: Leilani Lobb, Rebecca O’Brien, and Laura West. This award, sponsored by FMG, showcases inspirational women who demonstrate excellence at grass roots, leadership in their