MY MONEY MATTERS 2026 ConferencE

Join us on Tuesday, 26th May 2026 at the Arkaba Hotel, Adelaide, for an empowering event hosted by the Eastwood Community Centre. This conference is dedicated to enhancing financial literacy and independence for women across all life stages.

Program Overview

Morning Sessions:

• 8:00 AM: Registration and coffee.
• 8:45 AM: Introduction and housekeeping by Kate Burr, MC.
• 8:50 AM: Welcome by Leanne Isaacson, Director, Eastwood Community Centre.
• 9:00 AM: 
• 9:10 AM: Keynote Presentation: 
  Your Psychology Of Money (TBC)
  Karen Eley CEO Women Talking Finance
• 9:50 AM: Keynote Presentation:
  (TBC)
  

Morning Tea Break 10.30AM – 11.00AM

• 11:05 AM: Keynote Presentation: 
  Smarter Women, Smarter Tools: Using AI to Build Your Financial Confidence
  Leanne Isaacson – Eastwood Community Centre
• 11:45 AM: Keynote Presentation:
  Menopause, Money and Midlife
  Megan Hayward – Mimi Moon 

Lunch Break 12.30 PM – 1.30PM

Afternoon Workshops (attend 1 in each timeslot – may be subject to change)

• Workshop Sessions 1 (1:30 PM – 2:00 PM):  ALL TO BE CONFIRMED
  Pathways to Property – A Banks Perspective
  Superannuation & Looking After Your Future You
  Coercive Control: spotting the red flags

• Workshop Sessions 2 (2:05 PM – 2:35 PM): ALL TO BE CONFIRMED
  How to Start Share Investing – The Basics Explained       
  Smart Steps to Start Your Side Business
  Financial Counselling in Action: Real Stories, Real Solutions

• Workshop Sessions 3 (2:40 PM – 3:10 PM): ALL TO BE CONFIRMED

  Breaking Barriers: Your Roadmap to Property Ownership (Even with Little or No Money)
  The Power to Pause: Preventing Burnout, Building Resilience
  Good Shepherd Services No Interest Loans Scheme & Financial Independence Hub

Afternoon Tea Break (3.15PM – 3.45PM)

Panel Session:

• 3:45 PM: A panel discussion facilitated by Kate Burr, featuring insights from workshop presenters.

Closing Remarks:

• 4:15 PM: “Building Financial Literacy for Every Woman: Next steps” by Leanne Isaacson.
• 4:20 PM: Closing remarks by Kate Burr.
• 4:30 PM: Conference close followed by informal networking & drinks at the Arkaba Downstairs Bar.

Registration Details: 

Secure your spot now! Full and concession tickets are available for purchase through Eventbrite or by contacting the Eastwood Community Centre directly. Visit our website at www.mymoneymatters.events for more details and registration options.

Get in Touch:

For any questions or further information, please reach out to:

• Leanne Isaacson, Director, at leanne@eastwood.asn.au
• Rose Vernon, Conference Manager, at rose@eastwood.asn.au

We are excited to offer a day filled with valuable learning, practical workshops, and excellent networking opportunities, tailored to empower you in navigating financial challenges and seizing opportunities with confidence. Join us to make a significant impact on your financial well-being and professional growth.

Over 240 delegates attended our conferences in 2022, 2024 & 2025 and we expect this year’s conference to be even bigger!

Comments that delegates made in their evaluation forms included:

A very enjoyable day. Excellent speakers, positive experience.

Fantastic day – loved it!

Wonderful networking event. Such a lovely bunch of passionate, empowered and knowledgeable women.

Wonderful. Leaving feeling empowered.

A fabulous conference. Will definitely recommend it to others6