Some women mother their own children with fierce love. Others extend that same care far beyond the walls of their home — into classrooms, communities, and quiet moments where someone needs to feel safe.

For Namarca Corowa  if there was action, he could inspire  it would be  for men to truly listen to the women in their lives , not just with their ears, but their hearts.

Some leaders point the way forward with authority. Others guide by listening, walking alongside, and creating space for others to lead. Dr Sarah Jane Springer is a North Star not because she seeks to be followed, but because her work illuminates what becomes possible when health, culture and community are genuinely centred.

For many women we survive the hardest seasons of life. Others return from them carrying a map — determined to guide someone else home. Amanda Potter is one of those women.

Named the 2026 JSP Women’s Awards Health and Wellbeing Warrior, Amanda is the Founder of The Held Project, a registered perinatal mental health charity based in Mackay that has quietly but powerfully changed what support looks like for mothers navigating pregnancy and early motherhood.

Some artists create beauty. Others create meaning. Bri Brett creates space — for truth, for grief, for connection, and for women to be seen and heard. Named the 2026 JSP Women’s Awards Magic Muse, Bri embodies creativity not as performance, but as purpose.

Terrilee  is a woman who walks to the beat of her own drum. As a mother of four – her 19-year-old daughter and three sons aged 17, 15, and 14 – her role extends far beyond her own family.

Rod Francisco's unwavering support for women, both professionally and personally, has made him a true champion for gender equality. With a long career in Human Resources, a field predominantly occupied by women, Rod's teams have always been a testament to his dedication and support.

Her nominator described her as “an Absolute Star”.

She not only juggles motherhood, working as a writer and editor for Mackay Whitsunday Life and being an amazing friend… Last year she also took on the challenge of beating the big C.

As a devoted mother of five, business leader, and pillar of the Greater Whitsunday community, Lisa Versaci has turned a deeply challenging personal tragedy into a legacy of love, support and empowerment. What this woman has done, really boggles the mind – so strap in.

Sari Jurczyluk symbolises everything this award represents – compassion, strength, and an unwavering dedication to the health and wellbeing of mothers and families.

Arhamah Haider's nomination reads like the pages of a "Little People, Big Dreams" book, yet her story is only just beginning. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things that we are bound to read about her in the future.

Nell Thomsett embodies the spirit of a Magic Muse through her transformative boudoir photography and unwavering dedication to empowering women.

Being a female in a male-dominated industry is no catwalk.

In a world where gender stereotypes still persist, it takes courage, determination, and a true passion for breaking barriers for many young women to pursue non-traditional trades.

Codie Ebner is doing just this.

For as long as she can remember, Adrienne Bradshaw has had to adapt. At 14 she held down two jobs, cared for her siblings, and ran their household all while still studying – she was determined to finish year 12. She did and became the very first one in five generations to graduate from high school.

Not only has Marnie Louise endured chronic health issues that she thought meant she could not have children, relationship breakdowns, domestic violence, depression, the heartbreak of losing her father, almost losing her eldest daughter, the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial mind and owning her own business.

Introducing to you all to the - muse of all muses!

She’s an incredibly inspiring woman, who is using her talent and voice to make an impact in the lives of others through her creativity.

It’s been a journey of perseverance, passion and a unique blend of experiences to become a writer and performer for Samantha Munt, well-known by her title, S.K Munt.

Rob Coco may possess a commanding stature, standing head and shoulders above most people in a room, but those who have had the pleasure of meeting or working with Rob know he exudes an aura of warmth and kindness with a reassuring presence.

In his interactions, he is mindful of other’s feelings, his words and gestures guided by empathy and compassion.

When you walk into Haley Crofts office there is a wooden Chinese ornament on her desk.

It doesn’t match anything in her office, but it is reminder of how proud she is of her struggle, breaking cycles, confronting her fears, and taking back control to become the woman she is today.

Haley is the owner and director of Tailored Services a professional cleaning company on Harbour Road, but before she built her successful business from the ground, she grew up at the Harbour Road caravan park where she salvaged the dump at night.

One of Lauren Neill’s favourite sayings is “friends don’t let friends wet their pants.”

Lauren is paving the way for better pelvic floor health one Kegel muscle at a time.

Through her work as a pelvic health physiotherapist, Lauren inspires not only her patients but other physiotherapists and health professionals. Her goal is to inspire all women to seek help no matter ‘how embarrassing’, they think their symptoms are by removing the stigma associated with these conditions.

This year’s JSP Women’s Awards was a night of regional storytelling and celebrating the women and men across the Greater Whitsunday region.

Now in its third year the JSP Women’s Awards created by The Just Saying Project’s founder Fallon Drewett, is an event to celebrate the magic making women who bring joy, strength, and passion to the Greater Whitsunday region.