Celebrating Women Expo 2025
Celebrating Women in Our Community: A Day of Inspiration, Connection & Confidence
Saturday 1 November 2025
| 9 AM – 3 PM
| Castle Hill RSL Club -
77 Castle Street, Castle Hill New South Wales 2154
| Free Entry | First 100 Guests Receive a Goodie Bag
Nov 1, 2025 Saturday
One Day. One Community.
A Life time of Impact.
What if one day could reignite your spark and remind you just how powerful you truly are?
The Celebrating Women Expo –
is more than just a event. It's a movement.
This heart-led, community-powered event brings together women, families, youth, and allies for a full day of connection, growth, and celebration.
We’re here for the women who’ve carried it all and still keep going.
We’re here for the mums doing their best while being judged for not knowing what to do.
We’re here for the next generation — because happy kids come from supported mums.
Fund Raising for Youth Insearch Foundation
We are proud to partner with Youth Insearch Foundation as our Charity Partner — Australia’s peer-led youth trauma recovery organisation supporting young people aged 12-25.
Support Women In Business
By exploring over 60 soul-led stalls showcasing handmade products, heartfelt services, and inspiring stories from incredible women-led businesses in your local community.
Overcome Loneliness Through Real Connection
Share honest conversations, feel seen, and make new friends with like-minded women—proudly in partnership with The Hills Socialites community.
Valuable Workshops and Seminar
Join our valuable workshops covering confidence, mental health, menopause, youth resilience, financial wellbeing and more—led by experts who understand and support your real-life journey.
Goodie Bags
Goodie bags for the first 100 guests who check in on the day—filled with gifts, samples, and surprises from our incredible women-led businesses and sponsors.
Kids Face Painting
We’ve got a face painter and balloon artist on site to keep the kids smiling while you enjoy the day.
Gratitude Wall: A Space to Be Seen and Celebrated
Leave a message of celebration, blessings, or a wish from the heart — and add your voice to a wall filled with hope, healing, and appreciation for yourself and others.
Business Hub
Visit our Business Hub to network, connect, and discover women-led businesses that align with your values and goals.
🎤 Celebrating Women Expo – Speaker Sessions
📅 Saturday 1 November 2025 | ⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Castle Hill RSL Club | 🎟 Free Entry
We have 3 rooms of speaker sessions happening all day:
✨ Sovereign Room | ✨ Gallery Room | ✨ Phoenix Room
Plan your day by category, time, and room below 👇
Money & Business Growth
9:20–9:35 | Sovereign Room — Natalia Clack | Unlocking Control and Growth of your Super: How SMSFs Help Women 40+ Secure and Grow Their Super
Learn how SMSFs can give you more control and growth potential.9:45–10:00 | Sovereign Room — Marie Vlahos | Wealth Her Way - Dare to be Rich! How to make a million dollars using equity, superannuation, tax benefits and smart girl strategies!
Discover practical strategies women can use to build real wealth.10:10–10:25 | Sovereign Room — Susan Banhegyi | Why Women Needs Crypto
Global economies are in upheaval, and women need strategies like crypto to protect wealth against inflation and market instability.10:35–10:50 | Gallery Room — Jessica Byrnes | Ditch the 9–5: What it Really Takes to Become a Virtual Assistant
Steps to create a flexible and rewarding career as a VA.10:35–10:50 | Sovereign Room — Louise Chiu | Mom's Got Millions — Build the life you want, and using debt the smart way
Using debt wisely to reach your financial goals.12:20–12:35 | Sovereign Room — Tanya Benlow | Enagic Kangen water ionisers , EmF devices and air, taking your health to the next level Chemical free cleaning and living
Exploring health, hydration, and chemical-free living solutions.12:45–1:00 | Sovereign Room — Carrie-Ann McLean | Rewriting Your Money Story
Shift the way you think about money to take back control.1:10–1:25 | Sovereign Room — Olivia Mirza | Engineering is not just for male.
Breaking stereotypes and encouraging women in engineering.1:35–1:50 | Sovereign Room — Bernadette Sturgiss | Cyber Security Reality Check: What Australian SMBs Need to Know Now
Learn the latest essentials to keep your business secure.
Health & Wellbeing
9:20–9:35 | Phoenix Room — Paris Luongo | Could You Be an Energy Healer?
An introduction to energy healing and how it can transform lives.9:45–10:00 | Phoenix Room — Orla McGuire | Thrive through Perimenopause & Beyond
Practical guidance to navigate menopause with vitality.11:30–12:00 | Phoenix Room (Workshop) — Shaleen Batra | The Wellness Reset
A practical reset for mind, body, and energy.11:30–11:45 | Sovereign Room — Sharon Cassar Galea | The 3 F’s of Menopause: Fatigue, Fear & Frustration… and How to Turn Them into Energy, Calm & Confidence
Turning challenges into strength during menopause.11:55–12:10 | Sovereign Room — Jeanne Wong | The secret struggles No One Talks About: Pelvic floors, puffy legs and intimacy after 40
A candid conversation on women’s health issues often left unspoken.11:55–12:10 | Gallery Room — Deborah Geerts | CPR & Self-Worth: Discover the Power Within You
Combining life-saving knowledge with inner empowerment.12:45–1:00 | Gallery Room — Kelly Savage | Reinventing yourself through Creativity
Using art and creativity as tools for self-healing.1:05–1:20 | Phoenix Room — Elissa Burgess | Acne & Skin Health Through Menopause
Understanding skin changes and practical ways to manage them.1:10–1:25 | Gallery Room — Kelly Vines | See your Future self: What do you want the next 12 months to look like?
A reflective process to set a clear vision for your future.2:00–2:15 | Sovereign Room — Rebecca Lang | Inspiring Wellness & Empowering Women
Whole-body approaches to health and vitality.
Confidence & Expression
9:45–10:00 | Gallery Room — Angela Heise | Why Can’t I Say No? The Hidden Cost of Being Available to Everyone But Yourself
Learn to set healthy boundaries and say yes to yourself.10:10–10:25 | Gallery Room — Deepika Jindal | (Un)Becoming: Who will you NOT BE to meet the most powerful version of yourself?
10:10–10:25 | Phoenix Room (Workshop) — Kellie Nissen | Snapshots into Story: A Guided Writing Workshop
Learn to turn your personal stories into powerful words.11:30–11:45 | Gallery Room — Cecilia Huang | The Author’s Conundrum: Should You Let AI Write With You?
Exploring the future of authorship in the AI era.12:20–12:35 | Gallery Room — Belinda Trisic | Why You’ve Lost Your Sparkle — and How to Get it Back
Rediscover your confidence, presence, and personal style.2:40–2:55 | Gallery Room — Elena Saikova | She Rises: The Real Story of Resilience Every Woman Needs to Hear
Inspiring resilience stories to empower your own journey.
Community & Lifestyle
9:20–9:35 | Gallery Room — Naomi Stockman | Overcoming Anxiety
Tools and insights to reduce anxiety and regain calm.12:10–12:25 — Melissa Wilker | Weight Loss Rewired: Why Mindset Changes Everything
Helping women to lose weight without dieting, calorie counting or restriction — by changing their mindset, not just their meals.12:35–12:55 | Phoenix Room — Mansi Bhatia | Conscious Snacking: Nourishment with Purpose
Healthy, purposeful snacks for busy women.1:30–1:45 | Phoenix Room — Shaz Cini | Break Free from Family Trauma & Stop Repeating the Same Lessons
Release old cycles and move forward with freedom.1:35–1:50 | Gallery Room — Anne Barratt | Vibe Higher: Unlock the Energy to Attract More of What You Want
Raise your energy to invite more positivity.1:55–2:10 | Phoenix Room — Connie Paglianiti | Second Chances: It's never too late!
A personal journey of courage and new beginnings.2:00–2:15 | Gallery Room — Kiran Chandan | From Chaos to Calm: Harnessing Chakra Energy for Everyday Peace
Practical tools to use chakra wisdom for balance.2:15–2:30 | Gallery Room — Samantha Selby | Become the Expert of You and Learn How to Heal Your Relationship Using Human Design
How human design can transform your relationships.2:15–2:30 | Sovereign Room — Alice Bullivant | Your Body Knows Best: Discovering the power of kinesiology
Discover how kinesiology restores balance.2:20–2:40 | Phoenix Room — Comedy show – Jellybean Comedy | Marriage, Midlife and Mischief -- Comedy
A fun and light-hearted comedy show to close the day.
Reserve My Free Ticket
This is your day. Your space. Your community.
Come as you are — curious, confident, or even a little unsure — and leave feeling seen, supported, and empowered.
Whether you stay for a workshop, browse the market stalls, or just soak up the good vibes, you’ll be part of something powerful.
✨ Seats are free but limited – secure yours now before they fill up!
There is a free google bag for the first 100 people who register.
👉 Click here to reserve your FREE ticket
Meet our incredible line-up of 50+ Stallholders & Speakers!
The Celebrating Women Expo – YTG40+ is more than an event. It’s a celebration of women’s strength, passion, and brilliance — brought to life by over 50 inspiring stallholders and speakers.
From wellness experts to financial mentors, style icons to soulful healers, each person in our line-up is here to share knowledge, showcase products, and connect with you on a deeper level. Expect empowering talks, interactive workshops, unique shopping experiences, and even a fashion show that will leave you inspired.
This is your chance to explore new ideas, discover women-led businesses, and meet change-makers who are redefining confidence, health, beauty, and success for women 40+. Whether you’re here to learn, shop, connect, or simply celebrate yourself — you’ll find something unforgettable.
Come for the inspiration. Stay for the community. Leave feeling celebrated.
Meet Our Stallholders
Elite Stallholders
HOST: YEAH THE GIRLS 40 PLUS COMMUNITY — (Martha Mok) Empowering women over 40 through connection, confidence & education
Charity Support - Youth Insearch Foundation is Australia’s leading peer-led youth trauma recovery organisation, empowering at-risk young people (aged 12–25) through weekend workshops, peer support, and individual care to heal, connect, and overcome life’s challenges.
The Hills Socialites — (Michelle Walker) Creating safe, fun social events for women
Just Right Words (Kellie Nissen) — Coaches writers & mentors authors through self-publishing - YTG40+ - Author Coach and Publishing Expert
My Local Hypnosis (Naomi Stockman) — TRTP practitioner for anxiety & depression - YTG40+ - Depression and Anxiety Expert
Empowering Health (Anne Barratt) — Transformation mentor blending intuitive coaching, energy medicine & AO Scan
Baltic Folk — Contemporary jewellery inspired by Estonian tradition
Angela Heise — Human Skills & Emotional Intelligence expert - YTG40+ - Human Skills Expert
Easy Super (Natalia Clack) — SMSF specialist helping women grow wealth - YTG40+ - SMSF Super Specialist
Paris Jade Soul to Soul — Holistic energy healer & teacher
Skin Health Central — Acne & skin health expert
Crypto Women Global (Susan Banhegyi) — Crypto education for women
Australian Ladies in Business Initiative (ALIBI) — Platform celebrating women in business
Captured by Kirri — Portrait & branding photographer
Loan Lounge — Mortgage & smart debt solutions
Rebecca Lang – Bargara Beach Holistic Health Centre — Naturopathy, nutrition, retreats & mentoring
Living Life Active – Orla McGuire — Fitness & menopause coaching
Solstice Healing (Shaleen Batra) — Energy & sound healing
Yagya – Le Body Rituals (Kiran Chandan) — Holistic healing including tarot, regression
11x Digital — Repurposing video content & digital assets
Kinesialice (Alice Bullivant) — Kinesiologist & Human Design coach
Improve Yourself (Melissa Wilkes) — Nutrition & mindset coach - YTG40+ Weight-Loss and Emotional Eating Expert
Water Balance (Tanya Benlow) — Branding, social media & financial empowerment - YTG40+ Business Expert
Her Property & Finance (Marie Vlahos) — Strategic mortgage & investment advice for women - YTG40+ Property Investment Expert
Embrace Holistic Health (Sharon Cassar Galea) — Functional medicine & holistic coaching, YTG40+ Menopause Expert
Minerelle — Pure skincare & makeup
Shine with Shaz (Shaz Cini) — Life coach, spiritual & trauma healing
venEyes — Premium bespoke eyewear
The Aligned Image Movement™ (Belinda Trisic) — Style, image & confidence for women 40+
Totally Unleashed (Jessica Byrnes) — Helps women reclaim power, build soulful businesses, VA trainer.
The Dream Life Project — Creates stationery & books for self-reflection & creativity
InnoShape (Jeanne Wong) — Wellness & coaching, focuses on core strength, incontinence & confidence
Circle of Calm - Deepika is an empowerment coach and meditation teacher, helping you overcome your self-sabotage patterns & limiting beliefs & become emotionally and mentally strong so you can step into your power unapologetically.
Earthy Souls- offers eco-friendly, nutritious snacks for busy families, blending convenience, sustainability, and nourishment for conscious everyday living.
Premium Stallholders
Budget Right — Debt elimination, budgeting & mental resilience coaching
Dental On Demand — Mobile dentistry services
Fitted by Candice — Professional bra fittings & loungewear advice
Hold Me Coco — Luxury hand care, peptides, bakuchiol-based skincare
Off The Mat Living — Mind-body coaching, yoga & mindfulness practices
NDIS Disability Support / Genovation — Support for individuals with disabilities through learning & care
Supporter Stallholders
AUTHENTIC AWARENESS — Vanessa Tarfon: sex therapy & education
The Spinal Flow® — Gentle spinal technique for stress relief & natural healing
Ademus Business Solutions — Chartered accounting, SMSF & financial strategy
Soap de Villa — Australian-made goat’s milk soaps & shampoo bars
Aqua Blue Nursing Agency — Provides aged care, disability & acute care staff
Elenix Legal Solutions & Mediation — Legal support for separation, mediation & clarity
Hera Body and Home — Aromatherapy and holistic self-care products
OWN Employment Program — Supports women 50+ to re-enter the workforce
Sadler Designs — Face painting & balloon art for entertainment
The Woodland Fairy - Face Painting and Balloon Art
Serendipity Gifts - offers a charming collection of clothing, accessories, bath and body care, jewellery, drinkware, and baby gifts for every occasion.
Meet our incredible line-up of 50+ Stallholders & Speakers!
Want to Volunteer & Support the Movement?
Be part of the magic behind the scenes.
Our volunteers are the heartbeat of the event — welcoming guests, guiding youth sessions, and creating joyful moments throughout the day.
If you’ve got heart and a few hours to give, we’d love to have you on the team.
🙋♀️ Click here to join the volunteer crew and make a real difference
End the Day in Style – Join the Gala Awards Night
After a day of inspiration at the Expo, get ready for an unforgettable evening at the
Celebrate Women Awards & Gala Night at The Hills Lodge Hotel.
From 6:30PM, walk the red carpet, enjoy dinner, live entertainment, and celebrate incredible women being honoured for their courage, confidence, and impact.
It’s more than an awards night — it’s a celebration of every woman rewriting her story.
Dress up, shine bright, and let yourself be celebrated.
Introducing the C.E.L.E.B.R.A.T.E. W.O.M.E.N. Awards 2025
Honouring Real Women. Sharing Powerful Stories.
As part of this year’s
Celebrating Women Expo – YTG40+
, we’re proud to host the
C.E.L.E.B.R.A.T.E. W.O.M.E.N. Awards
— a heart-led recognition of everyday women doing extraordinary things.
From business to community work, motherhood to mentorship, this is our way of shining a spotlight on women who uplift, lead, and inspire — often without recognition.
Whether you're a business owner, a devoted carer, a creative soul, a connector, or a quiet achiever — there's a category for you or someone you admire.
Finalists will be celebrated live at our Gala Night on 1 November 2025.
Nominations are now open — and we’d love to hear your story, or help you tell someone else's.
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