Past Event: Ladies Luncheon (NE Node event)

Vic Hub North-East Node Riverine Plains is thrilled to host its annual Ladies Luncheon, which is taking place on Saturday 15  February, 2025, at the picturesque St Leonard’s Vineyard in Wahgunyah.

After the success of the inaugural event in 2023, that was attended by over 100 women, and resulted in new connections, and knowledge exchange, the enthusiasm for the event to be held again was strong.

The 2025 event will feature two inspiring leaders in agribusiness: award-winning entrepreneur Ros Vodusek from Rich Glen,  and Jacquie Koschitzke, founder of Meraki and local farmer.

📆 Saturday, 15 February

📍 St Leonard’s Vineyard, Wahgunyah

🕒 12pm to 4pm

 🚌 Albury, Yarrawonga, Corowa & Rutherglen

Ros alongside husband and parents transformed their struggling olive grove into a thriving brand.

Creating premium-quality food and making the most of each growing season’s opportunities. She’s deeply committed to sustainable agriculture, supporting Australian small regional producers, and above all, she’s passionate about family—whether it’s her own or her wider community

In 2017 Jacquie started Meraki. With no real plan, no business experience,  just a whole lot of passion and enthusiasm.

Since then, has built a new premises, tripled staff, revenue and expenses, all while undertaking 10+ rounds of IVF, one being successful (hello Henely!) and moving out to live on the farm at Brocklesby where Jacquie’s husband manages 5,000 acres.