Western Sydney Women Awards 2025

The Western Sydney Women Awards will be held as part of our annual Future of Women in Western Sydney Summit on 4th September 2025 at Hudson Hotel.

These awards celebrate women across all stages of life, business, and career throughout the Greater Western Sydney region, recognising their achievements, leadership, and impact.

We are proud that our awards program is free to enter and attend, ensuring accessibility and inclusion for all women in Western Sydney.

2025 Western Sydney Women Award Finalists

  • Western Sydney Community Woman of the Year

    Proudly sponsored by Walker Corporation

    Honours a woman making a significant impact within her community, whether local or broader in scope. This award recognises contributions across any field, celebrating those who lead positive change through service, dedication, and leadership.

    Finalists:

    • Antoinette Sulfaro – Director, Ladies Like To Lunch

    • Charlene Bordley – Founder & Director, Addventageous

    • Durga Owen – Volunteer and Coordinator, Community Care Refugee Program

    • Kirsty Parkes – Founder & CEO, Community Cafe Incorporated

    • Lynne Dunne – Volunteer & Advocate

  • Hudson Hotel & Events Centre

    Western Sydney Young Woman of The Year

    Proudly sponsored by Hudson Hotel & Events Centre

    Honours a young woman aged 16 to 25 who is making a meaningful impact in business, policy, community, or her field. This award recognises rising leaders and changemakers who show promise, purpose, and a drive to create positive outcomes.

    Finalists:

    • DEFNE – Creative Director & Host, West Side Poetry

    • Kristy Brisbane – Founder & Director, Allsorts Sorted

    • Matilda Webb – Leader, Advocate & Athlete

    • RIAH – Musician & Singer-Songwriter

  • Western Sydney Woman in STEM & Trades

    Proudly sponsored by the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF)

    Recognises a woman making her mark in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or the trades. This award celebrates excellence, whether achieved through education, employment, or enterprise, in traditionally underrepresented fields.

    Finalists:

    • Dr. Deama Amr – Leader in Clinical Research & Medical Science

    • Dr. Sangeeta Aditya – Founder, Novo Analytics

    • Kyra Quinlivan – Operations Manager

    • Lauren Fahey – Executive Director, NexGen

    • Nezrin Noushad – Data Analytics Leader

  • Western Sydney Executive Women

    Western Sydney Woman in Leadership

    Proudly sponsored by Western Sydney Executive Women

    Celebrates a woman who demonstrates exceptional leadership, driving results and influence in business, sport, politics, or community. This award recognises those who shape the future of their industries through excellence, vision, and impact.

    Finalists:

    • Belinda Leonard – CEO, Noro Music Therapy

    • Elfa Moraitakis – CEO, SydWest Multicultural Services

    • Lori Modde – CEO, Outdoors NSW & ACT

    • Malini Raj – Executive Director, Australian Multicultural Women’s Alliance

  • Western Sydney Business Woman of the Year

    Proudly Sponsored by Wedded Wonderland

    Celebrates a woman who has excelled in business, showing entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and impact. This award recognises those creating meaningful change and inspiring others through their vision, leadership, and commitment to progress.

    Finalists:

    • Karen Taylor – Owner, Taylor’d Funerals

    • Kate Rafton – Managing Director, Rafton Family Lawyers

    • Lorah Chetcuti – Managing Director, Shape Personal Training

    • Michelle Follington – Founder, Blossom Hair Body Face & Wig Boutique

Thank you to our sponsors

Major Partner

Walker Corporation

Venue Partner

Platinum Partner

Gold Partners
Wedded Wonderland

Creative Partners

SETS AV
JMR Creative Design

AWARD TERMS & CONDITIONS

Entry into the 2025 Western Sydney Women Awards constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions below:

  • Nominees must either live in, run a business in or work in the Greater Western Sydney Region. 

  • Self-nominations are accepted & encouraged. 

  • Nominees must fulfil all elements of the eligibility criteria.

  • Entry is conditional upon confirmation of eligibility by the selection panel.

  • Nominees must consent to their nomination before an entry is submitted. 

  • All nominees must be female, Australian citizens, NSW residents, and at least 18 years of age on 16 June 2025.

  • Nominees for the Young Woman of the Year Award must be between the ages of 16 and 25 as at 16 June 2025.

JUDGING PROCESS

  • Finalists are selected by Western Sydney Women.

  • Winners are selected by an independent panel.

  • Finalists will be announced in August 2025 and winners will be announced at the Future of Western Sydney Summit 2025.