Joining in on International Women’s Day celebrations were the Melville High and Kempsey High Girls Academies, reported the Macleay Argus.

Over 30 female staff and community members as well as 55 girls participated in the event at Melville High which included speeches from the girls, a Welcome to Country, a scrumptious morning tea spread and a raffle – all coordinated by the girls.

“Our mission is to encourage our girls to grow in confidence, develop good communication and resilience skills, and to become strong young women,” said Melville Girls Academy Program Manager Robyn Townsend.