Women on the land, show yourself some love and come along to a free Be Your Own Valentine workshop on February 13. 

Hosted by the NSW Women on the Land group, the luncheon and workshop is for women living and working within the primary industries sector. 

NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) recovery support officer, Tracey Doherty said the workshop aims to build resilience, capacity and skills through hazard awareness, planning and preparedness for disasters and inclement weather events.

“With the current fires and drought situations, it’s more important than ever to show yourself some love,” Tracey said.

“The Women on the Land concept was initiated in 2018 when over 80 local women attended a luncheon in Casino to discuss what they wanted and needed to help them and their families prepare for natural disaster events in the future.

“Women from the beef, sheep, dairy, cropping and other rural industries are encouraged to attend and listen to speakers and women in similar situations. 

“The Be Your Own Valentine workshop is the first one for 2020 and will include information about heart health, physical health, stretching, relaxation and mindfulness. 

“The event also provides women with a way to connect with and support each other.”

The NSW Women on the Land group is a partnership between the NSW State Emergency Service, Red Cross Australia and DPI’s DPI Rural Resilience Program.

The free Be Your Own Valentine workshop will be held on Thursday, February 13, at St James Anglican Church, Kyogle.

Registration is from 9.30am and the workshop runs from 10am to 3pm. Morning tea and lunch is provided.

For more information visit the ‘Women on the Land - Get Ready - Northern NSW’ on Facebook or phone Tracey on 0436 484 618.

To Register, visit http://www.trybooking.com/BIBHV