IWD 2026 Fabulous Long Lunch
with Simone Eyles, Founder of Disinfluencer
An invitation-only dining experience for 30 women.
Saturday 14th March
12pm - 4pm
Secret Mudgee Location
Join us for an intimate afternoon of champagne, connection and conversation, featuring:
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Canapés and champagne on arrival
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A long lunch curated by an award-winning chef
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Exceptional local wines
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Inspiring conversation with Simone Eyles – Founder, Disinfluencer
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A beautifully held space to explore this year’s theme: Balancing the Scales
Proudly partnered with Squadron Energy for the second year.
Your seat at the table awaits.
ABOUT SIMONE
Founder of Disinfluencer
Simone is a mum, carer, entrepreneur, and creative trouble-maker who refuses to accept the way things have always been done. She builds things that cut through the noise, remove friction, and actually help people, not because it’s trendy, but because real families (including hers) deserve better.
With a BA in Graphic Design and a career spanning startups, social impact and small-business advocacy, Simone has built and sold businesses, supported hundreds of founders through bushfires and COVID as a Financial Counsellor and now leads Disinfluencer a social enterprise redefining representation through inclusive imagery, talent, and education.
Driven by lived experience as a parent of a child with a disability, Simone blends straight-talking practicality with big creative energy. She builds things that make people’s lives easier - from stock libraries to e-learning, incubators to talent pathways - all centred on access, opportunity, and visibility.
Simone speaks on creativity, disability inclusion, digital storytelling, small business, and the power of building things that matter. She’s real, relatable, and razor-focused on impact, with a knack for cutting through the fluff and getting people to take action.
FAQs
1. Is the venue accessible?
Yes — the venue is fully accessible. If you have any specific access requirements, please let us know and we’ll ensure everything is in place for a smooth and comfortable experience.
2. Are dietary requirements catered for?
Absolutely. All dietary needs will be accommodated by our award-winning chef, Brendan Nolan. You’ll be prompted to share your requirements at checkout, and we’ll make sure your meal is prepared with care.
3. Can I transfer my ticket if I can’t attend?
Yes - tickets are transferable (but not refundable). If something comes up, you may gift or transfer your seat to another guest. Please just let us know their details so we can update the guest list.
4. Is this event open to the public?
No. This is an invitation-only long lunch reserved for just 30 guests. We’ve intentionally crafted an intimate, high-connection experience for a thoughtfully curated group of women.
5. What’s included in my ticket?
Your ticket includes canapés and champagne on arrival, a premium long lunch designed by chef Brendan Nolan, local wine pairings, and an engaging in-conversation session with Simone Eyles, Founder of Disinfluencer. You’ll also enjoy a beautifully held afternoon of connection, conversation and community.