RISE2 Foundation

EVENT POSTPONED International Women's Day Lunch - The Savvy Squire
2025-03-07 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | The Savvy Squire (Mooloolaba, QLD), 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557, Australia
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Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day, now in its 114th year, with a spectacular luncheon hosted by The Savvy Squire with Joh Switzer. The luncheon is a two course set menu with drinks included* (*conditions apply) with a panel of fabulous local lady guest speakers.

The 2025 theme is “Accelerate Action” – meet the inspiring panel of guest speakers:Kerry Ashcroft (Coach Kerry)Kate Langford (Kate Langford Consulting)Kim Morrison (Twenty8 Essentials)Steph Gabriel (Ocean Zen Sustainable Swimwear)

It will be an empowering lunch with loads of fun. The Savvy Squire have generously partnered with the RISE2 Foundation to donate all fundraising and raffle proceeds.
Ladies treat yourself, you deserve it – it’s your day!

$99 PP2 Course Set MenuFood & Beverage package inclusionFour Local Lady Guest SpeakersA day of celebrations

Tickets can be purchased through oztix here: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/f17a7a6d-f37d-4c1c-aece-551b001bbae6

Meet the guest speakers:

Kerry Ashcroft – Coach KerryFounder of Coach Kerry, is a passionate advocate for women’s fitness and well-being. Originally from the UK, she moved to Australia over ten years ago with her husband and two daughters. A certified Sports Nutritionist, Studio owner and professional figure athlete, Kerry’s journey in fitness began with a love for running and martial arts, evolving into a profound passion for weight training and bodybuilding.After exploring different sports, it transformed her perspective on fitness. Witnessing women of all shapes and sizes achieve their goals inspired her to embrace body positivity and strength.Kerry believes in the joy of fitness and is dedicated to helping women become their strongest, healthiest, and happiest selves.

Kate Langford – Kate Langford ConsultingKate Langford owns two businesses (Kate Langford Career Consulting and Kate Langford Business Consulting) and is based on the Sunshine Coast. She is passionate about helping people find their passion and genius zone in both careers and/or starting a business for themselves. She has over 18 years’ experience in leading recruitment businesses, Human Resources, Recruitment and started her own in 2018. She holds a Grad Cert. in Career Development, Diploma of Counselling, Diploma of HR and a Diploma in Management.Leading a team and servicing Australia wide and NZ in her businesses, she brings a deep understanding of what it takes to thrive in business and understand what makes an employee tick. She also has 3 children under the age of 8, works 3 days a week and was also the Membership Chair on the Executive Board of the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network for three years. There is no challenge Kate won’t take on if she sees potential in someone or something using her no fluff approach.

Kim Morrison – Twenty8 EssentialsKim Morrison is a 5 times best-selling, award-winning author, founder of Twenty8 Essentials, an aromatherapist, health and lifestyle educator, mentor, Master NLP Practitioner and Time Line therapist, Advanced Hypnotherapist and a multi-tasking wife and mum. With two aspiring athletic children, one a ballerina and pilates instructor and the other a rugby player, Kim is married to former NZ Cricketer Danny Morrison who, as a family, moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2006.With athletic goals herself, she played netball well into her 40’s and proudly represented Auckland from 1983-1986. Kim took up the crazy sport of ultra marathon running in her early 20’s and set a world record as the youngest female to run 100miles in less than 24 hours. She went on to represent Australia at the world indoor 24 hour championships in the UK where she set 8 Australian records in 1990. 68-year-old world record holder Cliff Young was her mentor at the time and, to this day, lives by his ethos that success is 90% mental and 10% physical. She has used her running story as a direct metaphor for life –riding the highs, hitting the walls, pushing through the pain barriers, crossing the line and never, ever giving up!

Steph Gabriel – Ocean Zen Sustainable SwimwearSteph Gabriel is an ocean advocate, entrepreneur, and visionary leader who has dedicated her life to merging adventure, sustainability, and connection. As the founder of OceanZen Bikini and OceanZen Travel, she has built a brand and community that inspires women to travel and experience bucket list experiences through meaningful travel, and live with purpose.Steph’s journey began with a passion for marine conservation, earning her a degree in Environmental Science, and taking part in marine research projects worldwide. She founded OceanZen Bikini to bridge her love for the ocean and sustainable fashion, creating swimwear made from recycled plastic bottles and fishing nets, sparking global conversations about protecting our planet.Building on this foundation, Steph launched OceanZen Travel—a one-of-a-kind travel company designed to take women on transformational journeys to some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations, from swimming with humpback whales in Tonga to exploring the untouched beauty of the Galápagos Islands, and Antarctica. With a mission to empower women through travel and connect them with nature, Steph has created experiences that combine adventure, self-discovery, and community

Fundraising Melbourne Cup Lunch 2024
2024-11-05 11:30 - 15:30 UTC | The Lakehouse, 15 Freshwater Street, Mountain Creek, QLD, 4557, Australia
Join us for Melbourne Cup 2024 to enjoy the race that stops a nation and fun fundraising for the RISE2 Foundation – your support helps us to change local lives.
Your ticket includes a welcome drink on arrival and a delicious 2-course lunch by an award-winning Chef. You’ll also enjoy access to our own TAB tote, Cup Sweeps tickets, raffles, a silent auction and front row seats to a stunning jewellery parade by local designer and sponsor Jo Saxelby of To Hold & To Have, Buderim.
Tickets are $125pp and proceeds support RISE2 to provide safe housing for local women and children victim survivors of domestic and family violence. Your support will help them as they rebuild their lives and rejoin our community.
Book your seats or table of 10 today and help us change lives today and for generations to come.
Purchase your tickets through TryBooking here.

RISE to the Challenge Lunch
2024-08-09 12:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Alex Surf Club, 167 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headlands, 4572, Australia
Save the date! On Friday 9th August Zonta Club Caloundra will host a lunch at Alex Surf Club in support of our RISE2 Foundation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gather friends or family together and be inspired by three exceptional speakers. You’ll enjoy a delicious two course meal and welcome drink, and the company of a fantastic community that support our Foundation.
Come along and hear from:

Erchana Murray-Bartlett – a Guinness World Record holding ultra-marathoner, completing 150 marathons in 150 days.
Laura Langman – captained the NZ Silver Ferns to World Cup victory and our own SC Lightning to victory.
Queensland Rugby League legend Billy Moore played three caps for Australia.

Tickets are $110pp including a welcome drink, and 2 course meal. Purchase your tickets here.

Comedy For A Cause
2024-07-31 17:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Uptown Social, Kon-Tiki Business Centre, 55 Plaza Pde, Maroochydore, Qld, 4558, Australia
On Wed 31st July a 2-course Dinner and Comedy show will be held at Uptown Social, and we’re expecting a full house. Doors will open at 5pm, with guests to be seated by 6pm for a 2 course dinner.
Comedians currently touring with the Melbourne & Sydney International Comedy Festivals have been secured to entertain you. The 2-hour (M15+) show will include 3 Acts and a short intermission where we will draw raffle prize winners for those present.
To add to the frivolity, a free photo booth will be on-site, for some hilarious social media photographs and for you to keep as personal memories.
Tickets are $85pp including a welcome drink, dinner and show and can be purchased online here.

Fundraising for Families Lunch
2024-05-01 12:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Bella Venezia Restaurant Mooloolaba, 95 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557, Australia
The RISE2 Foundation builds safe, secure homes for women and children survivors of domestic & family violence and provides vital support to help rebuild their lives.
RISE2 is an innovative project delivering purpose-built homes across our region for families to begin again. We also create a caring safety net of local community services around them as they recover and regain their confidence to rejoin our community.
100% of every dollar raised helps complete fully furnished homes as short-term accommodation for the most at-risk families. Can you help us to change the life of a child, not just today but for the rest of their lives?
Your $125pp ticket includes a delicious 2-course lunch specially created for us by the award-winning Chef and team at Bella Venezia Mooloolaba and a welcome glass of wine or beer.
This exclusive and special event on 1 May to launch DFV Prevention Month is made possible thanks to our generous sponsor Bella Venezia Restaurant.
It’s also a great opportunity to meet and hear from our guest speaker, Priscilla Thorpe, the DFV Service System Coordinator for IFYS who works tirelessly across the sector to make lasting, positive change in our community.
Book your table or ticket today and join us from here

Zonta International Women's Day Celebration
2024-03-09 | Your Mates Brewing Co, 41 Technology Drive, Warana, QLD, 4575, Australia
We are holding a major fundraising event at Your Mates Brewery on Saturday 9 March from 1800. Please join us for a 3-course meal with paired wine and beer. Auctions include a holiday in Noosa (donated by member Vicki Christie), and an original painting from local artist and member Leonie Shirley. We will also have great raffles on the night.
Our MC is Rosanna Natoli, and our auctioneer is Brent Higgins from Ray White. Our guest speaker is Bonnie from Gateway- the major recipient of funds generated. Our sincere thanks go to sponsors ABA accounting, Your Mates Brewery, Vicki Christie, Leonie Shirley, Duke Legal and Bliss on Buderim for their generous support.
Information about the tremendous work done at Gateway can be found in the link below.
https://www.gatewaycare.org.au/

International Women's Day 2024
2024-03-08 | The Savvy Squire (Mooloolaba, QLD), 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557, Australia
Clear your calendar ladies we are celebrating International Women’s Day now in its 113th year with a spectacular luncheon. The luncheon is a three course set menu with drinks included* (*conditions apply).
2024 theme “Inspire Inclusion” – meet the inspiring panel of guest speakers:
– Kylie Chivers – Feminine Connection
– Courtney Hancock – Nutrigrain Ironwoman
It will be an empowering lunch with loads of fun.
Ladies treat yourself, you deserve it – it’s your day!

BBQ Seafood Masterclass with Guest Chef Matt Golinski
2024-03-08 | Chew Chew Bistro, 3 Main Street, Palmwoods, QLD, 4555, Australia
Matt Golinski – Official is back and cooking up a storm again at Chew Chew Bistro Palmwoods, in support of RISE2! Matt’s last BBQ masterclass sold out fast, so don’t miss out on learning his seafood tips and tricks.

Book now for this masterclass including a 3-couse dinner, generously hosted by Geoff and Dianna Ryan, and you’ll support local families rebuilding their lives after experiencing DFV.
To book call Chew Chew Bistro on 5479 6603.

2024 Zonta Noosa International Women's Day Breakfast
2024-03-08 | Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort, Links Dve, Noosa Heads, QLD, 4567, Australia
The Zonta Club of Noosa is pleased to again celebrate International Women’s Day with breakfast at the Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort on Friday 8th March 2024. Our guest speaker will be Dr Dimity Dornan AO.
Dr Dimity Dornan AO is a speech pathologist, author, social entrepreneur, bionics advocate, researcher, and businesswoman in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. She founded the Hear and Say Centre for Deaf Children on 6 July 1992 and helped initiate newborn hearing screening in Queensland hospitals, the first such program in Australia. Dimity also founded Bionics Queensland (BioniQ) which was established to promote the development of the human bionic industry in Queensland. Dr Dornan retired from the role as Executive Director of Hear and Say, and moved into an ambassador role in 2022. She received Australian of the Year for Queensland in 2003, and the Suncorp Queenslander of the Year in 2010.

Charity Car Wash
2023-11-23 06:00 - 11:00 UTC | Cricks Volkswagon, 6 Flinders Lane, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558, Australia
Save the date! Please help us to raise funds for the RISE2 Foundation project, which will see us build & furnish another 10 homes for families impacted by domestic and family violence.
Enjoy valet service and a free coffee in the Cricks Volkswagen Sunshine Coast comfortable showroom. Listen out for the MIX-FM broadcast from 6am-9am.

BBQ Masterclass with Matt Golinski
2023-11-17 17:30 - 21:30 UTC | Chew Chew Bistro, 3 Main Street, Palmwoods, QLD, 4555, Australia
Acclaimed local celebrity Chef and super nice guy, Matt Golinski will be turning up the heat with the clever team from Chew Chew Bistro for a BBQ Masterclass on Friday 17 November from 5.30pm
Be quick to “snag” your seat and “meat” Matt! This exclusive event is also kindly supporting our cause and the families that we assist with emergency housing and services.
Tickets are just $85 each and include a 3-course, sit down meal and drinks on arrival & Matt will share his tips and tricks for the perfect BBQ.
Book now by calling the chewchewbistro crew on 07 5479 6603

Fundraising Melbourne Cup Lunch
2023-11-07 11:30 - 17:00 UTC | The Lakehouse, 15 Freshwater Street, Mountain Creek, QLD, 4557, Australia
Our inaugural RISE2 Melbourne Cup Day luncheon is fundraising to support local families recovering from domestic and family violence.
Please join us and our MC Rosanna Natoli from 7NEWS Sunshine Coast at The Lakehouse Sunshine Coast, Mountain Creek by the water for a stylish day out of entertainment, live local music, Fashions on the Field, raffles, prizes, Cup sweeps, our own TAB in the room – and the live screening of the race that stops a nation on the big screen!
Tickets are $125pp, inc. bubbles or craft beer on arrival and 2 delicious courses of mains & dessert.
ALL proceeds go to supporting at-risk women and children with safe, secure housing and custom counselling and support services to help rebuild their lives and rejoin our community. You can help us make a lasting difference, in one day.
