Advancing Women’s Economic Security in Townsville
Posted: 12 November 2026
The Townsville Chamber was delighted to participate in a roundtable discussion this week with Hon. Fiona Simpson MP, Minister for Women and Women’s Economic Security, following the release of the Queensland Government’s Women’s Economic Security Strategy 2026.
The Minister outlined the Strategy’s three key pillars: Financial Knowledge, Economic Participation, and Leadership, and shared the Queensland Government’s vision for strengthening opportunities and economic outcomes for women across the state.
With the support of the office of Adam Baillie MP, Member for Townsville, the roundtable brought together a diverse group of local stakeholders, including eleven female Townsville Chamber members, to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing women in our region.
A clear theme emerging from the discussion was the importance of improving financial literacy and long-term financial planning for women of all ages. The Townsville Chamber looks forward to working alongside government, industry, and the broader business community to support initiatives that empower women to achieve greater economic security and leadership outcomes.
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