THRIVE ON DEMAND
Learn. Grow. Thrive – On Your Schedule
Whether you're just starting your business, ready to grow, or simply looking for inspiration and practical support, Thrive On Demand gives you access to a growing library of expert business education and a supportive community of regional women who understand your journey.
Hosted within our online community, Thrive On Demand is completely free for women living in regional and rural New South Wales, providing flexible, on-demand learning that fits around work, family and life.
What's Included
Complete Thriving Together Course Library
Access the full learning content from our flagship Thriving Together Program, covering the essential foundations for building a sustainable, profitable and fulfilling business.
Learn at your own pace with practical lessons designed specifically for women in regional and rural communities.
24+ Masterclasses, Webinars & Practical Workshops
Continue learning with an extensive collection of expert-led sessions covering topics including:
Marketing and social media
Business planning and strategy
Financial confidence
Digital skills
Leadership
Sales and customer experience
Productivity and systems
Wellbeing and resilience
AI and emerging technology
Plus new topics added throughout the year
Whether you prefer to watch live or catch up later, you'll never miss valuable learning opportunities.
Resource Library
Save time with practical business resources you can use immediately, including:
Business templates
Planning worksheets
Checklists
Guides
Workbooks
Useful tools and resources
Everything has been created to help you take action—not just learn.
On-Demand Recordings
Life gets busy—we understand.
Every masterclass, webinar and workshop is recorded, allowing you to revisit sessions whenever you need a refresher or catch up on anything you've missed.
Learn when it suits you.
Why Thrive On Demand?
Running a business in regional Australia comes with unique opportunities and challenges.
Thrive On Demand has been created to ensure that location is never a barrier to accessing quality business education, practical resources and a supportive network of like-minded women.
Whether you have ten minutes over a coffee or an afternoon to dive into learning, you'll always have expert guidance at your fingertips.
Perfect For Women Who Want To:
Build confidence in business
Develop new skills
Learn from experienced experts
Stay motivated and accountable
Connect with other regional business owners
Access practical tools and templates
Learn at their own pace
Join Thrive On Demand
Your business journey doesn't end when a program finishes.
With Thrive On Demand, you'll continue learning, connecting and growing alongside an incredible community of regional and rural women who are committed to building thriving businesses and thriving lives.
Upcoming events
Discover exciting opportunities to connect and learn at our upcoming events.
11 Aug 2026 12PM -1PM | How to (really) sell on social mediaJoin Felicity Haylock for How to (really) sell on social media, a practical session on building trust, creating genuine connections and selling without turning every post into a pitch. Free for regional and rural NSW women, with registration required to collect attendee information for reporting to the grant body, Women NSW. |
27 Aug 2026 12PM -1PM | Stargazing for MindfulnessDiscover how stargazing can offer a simple way to slow down, reset and create moments of calm in a busy life. Donna Burton will share practical ways to use the night sky as a mindfulness tool for greater clarity, perspective and inspiration. |
8 Sept 2026 12PM - 1PM | Funding Without Fear: Building Stronger Rural Communities Through Successful Grant FundingTake some of the uncertainty out of grant funding with practical guidance on finding opportunities and developing stronger applications. Beth Innes will unpack what funders are looking for and share tools to help turn local ideas into well-planned, fundable projects. |
23 Sept 2026 12PM -1PM | The Wisdom in Your Cycle: What Your Body Already Knows About Running Your BusinessExplore how hormonal changes, including the menstrual cycle and perimenopause, can influence energy, focus and the way you work. Amanda Trieger will share a practical approach to recognising these patterns and building business rhythms that better reflect your own capacity. |
14 Oct 2026 12PM -1PM | Storytelling for Your BusinessLearn how to shape your business story in a way that feels authentic, clear and consistent across your marketing. Donna Burton will share practical storytelling techniques and a simple framework you can use across your website, social media and other brand touchpoints. |
27 Oct 2026 12PM -1PM | Mindfulness for Better BusinessRunning a small business can mean making constant decisions while managing pressure, distractions and competing priorities. Ana Martin will share practical, neuroscience-informed mindfulness techniques to support clearer thinking, better decision-making and more sustainable ways of working. |
10 Nov 2026 12PM -1PM | In Sync: Business, Nature and CommunityExplore how a healthy business, a healthy landscape and a connected community can work together rather than compete. Melanie Shannon will share practical lessons from her family’s beef business and the Barfield Road Producer Group, including ways collaboration and nature-positive practices can strengthen resilience, profitability and community connection. |
18 Nov 2026 12PM -1PM | Beyond Survival: Building Businesses That Build CommunitiesExplore how practical sales processes, strong customer relationships and a relationship-first approach can help businesses move beyond simply getting by. Kirsten Karbowiak brings decades of sales experience and a practical perspective on building sustainable businesses that can contribute to stronger communities. |
8 Dec 2026 12PM -1PM | The Power of the Reset: Why Your Nervous System MattersDiscover how slowing down and reconnecting with yourself can change the way you approach business, purpose and everyday life. Drawing on her own experience of burnout and nervous system healing, Dimi will share practical insights for moving away from constant hustle and building a way of working that feels calmer, more intentional and sustainable. |
THE Rural Woman’s head office is located on the traditional lands of the Yuwaalaraay people and we acknowledge them as custodians. We pay tribute to the women and men who continue to take care of the lands and culture of the Aboriginal nations in Australia and around the world.
THE Rural Woman’s head office is located on the traditional lands of the Yuwaalaraay people and we acknowledge them as custodians. We pay tribute to the women and men who continue to take care of the lands and culture of the Aboriginal nations in Australia and around the world.