Stories needed for biscuit tin project

Published on 05 October 2026

Are you a local woman aged 65 plus and want to be a part of a unique project? Council would love to hear from you!

Moorabool is taking part in the Biscuit Tin project, which is being delivered by councils and organisations to raise awareness of the contributions and achievements of older women and the importance of respecting older women.

“This project is a really special way to connect women across the country,” Mayor Cr Steve Venditti-Taylor said.

“The biscuit tin is a familiar item across a diverse range of families. Past participants have shared the significance of their own biscuit tins to themselves and their families, as something that held a favourite family recipe, or became a holder of buttons or keepsakes. For some it is a reminder of family traditions or cultural traditions. For others the biscuit tin represents the strength of women, and the contributions that are made when women come together for their communities through volunteering, and civic participation.”

Council is looking for 10-12 women who are willing to share their stories and have their photographs taken.

A Recipes for Respect resource will be created and launched during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence, which runs from 25 November to 10 December.

At a workshop on 29 October 2026, facilitated by Celebrate Ageing, participants will be discussing the ways respect is demonstrated, how older women are represented in popular culture, and the achievements and contributions that older women make to their communities.

To express your interest to participate, or if you have questions please contact Nichole Knight on 5366 7100 or email nknight@moorabool.vic.gov.au.

The Biscuit Tin workshop is an initiative of Celebrate Ageing Ltd, a charity combating ageism and building respect for older people.

Visit the project webpage for more information   www.celebrateageing.com/thebiscuittin.html