Money Matters Workshops: Rural Women Taking Charge - Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

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Money Matters Workshops: Rural Women Taking Charge - Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

March 18, 2026 9:30 AM
Opotiki Library, Church Street, Opotiki
March 18, 2026
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9:30 am
to
2:30 pm
Opotiki Library, Church Street, Opotiki

Empowering, relatable, and practical – every woman, especially those in rural communities, deserves the confidence to make informed financial decisions.

Join us at one of our upcoming interactive workshops designed specifically for rural women, featuring expert speakers who will share real-life stories and actionable strategies.

About the day

We’re aiming to create a welcoming, empowering, and informative space. If you need to bring children with you, please let us know.

Speakers
  • Shelley Greer from Gallie Miles Lawyers, will cover essential legal topics such as asset planning, family trusts, relationship property, wills, inheritance, and succession planning - all tailored to rural life.
  • Maria Heslop from Craigs Investment Partners will talk about financial goals, managing inflation, and building a diversified portfolio that fits your risk appetite. Helping women understand how they approach financial decision-making and how to build long-term confidence with investing.
  • Gina Webster from Farmit Accountants, makes farm finances easy to understand and helps rural women build confidence to make practical, informed financial decisions. Gina will cover a practical accounting session focusing on financial literacy, managing cash flow, and understanding the business side of rural enterprises.
Sponsors

Sponsored by Rural Support Trust, FMG, Rabobank, New Zealand Avocado, EastPack Limited, Barfoot & Thompson, Rural Women New Zealand.

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