In this insightful presentation Kyra Bonney, WA Indigenous Manager for Chandler Macleod, is joined by her niece Shequita. Using Shequita’s personal journey they workshop ways that the mining and resource sector can support, champion and foster diversity and inclusion – particularly for indigenous employees, and in so doing continue to close the gap and achieve true reconciliation. Shequita Bonney is a Gubrun woman from the Goldfields region with connections to […]
In this engaging and personal journey, Andrew Bywater outlines how he has come to understand the importance of a healthy , diverse and inclusive workplace culture in creating a profitable and thriving business. Andrew Bywater holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Geology with Honours from UNSW and a Masters in Mineral Economics from Curtin University. Currently, he is General Manager, Darlot Gold Mine, for Gold Fields Australia. He has over 20 […]
Planning for resilience Nicole O’Keefe is a third year Apprentice Electrician with BHP Billiton Iron Ore. Coming from a Recruitment and HR background, Nicole didn’t always know that she was going to change her career and start an apprenticeship although it was a niggling idea for nearly seven years. Nicole is a person who has always trusted her intuition and let that guide her through her life. Nicole believes that you can […]
In her opening remarks Sabina Shugg AM began outlining how she felt that embracing people’s differences can create better diverse teams. Sabina raises the question that if diverse teams can lead to better outcomes why are we still struggling to find the solutions. Why is society still grappling with the question of merit. Sabina suggested that moving the conversation forward required more discussion about what companies, and individuals, are doing to […]
Madjitil Moorna (Noongar: magical sounds of the bush) The WIMWA summit audience were welcomed by beautiful singing from the Madjitil Moorna Choir as the sang Gina William’s song Wanjoo – “The word for ‘welcome’”. A real highlight was the inclusion of Delly Stokes from the Yabu Band singing in Wongatha language. Madjitil Moorna is a unique community choir that sings Aboriginal songs, led by award-winning Aboriginal performers. They sing for better understanding, […]
Sam Walsh, CEO of Rio Tinto acknowledged this week, in the FInancial Review, that “Our iron ore business – which celebrates 50 year of exports from Australia next year – is very different from its 1960s origins.” While in this interview Walsh was focussed on the changes that embracing technology has created the same can be said for the human face of the industry. Where the Australian mining industry was […]
For many years WIMWA has wanted to hear more from a leading figure in another male-dominated industry or organisation about how they were embracing change in the gender balance of the workforce. At the 2015 Summit the audience was able to hear from the recently retired Lt General David Morrison AO, who steered the Australian Army through is well known for his work to change the culture of the Australian […]
During her opening remarks at the recent WIMWA Summit, Sabina Shugg AM outlined the importance she places on the tenets of the community based health program Act -Belong – Commit in helping her to strike a healthy balance in her own life. Act-Belong-Commit is a comprehensive health promotion campaign that encourages individuals to take action to protect and promote their own mental wellbeing and encourages organisations that provide mentally healthy […]
David has written many books about the practise of mindfulness, including Why Mindfulness is Better Than Chocolate, and The Dalai Lama’s Cat series. As the best-selling author of a series of books featuring cats, it is a surprise to many to discover that David Michie’s name is pronounced ‘Mickey’ like the mouse. At the recent WIMWA Summit, David gave a thoughtful presentation that highlighted the importance of the practise of mindfulness […]
“Futureproofing your career is less about the next big thing and more about being prepared to take on the opportunities that present themselves – even if they seem a little bit different” – Megan McCracken – General Manager Safety, People and Corporate Affairs, Brookfield Rail. One of the themes for this year’s WIMWA Summit was opportunities, and Megan McCracken’s presentation gave the audience golden rules for grabbing opportunities. Future proofing your […]
