After ten years of staging national International Women’s Day celebrations, One of One will return in March 2026 with two flagship events in Sydney and Melbourne.
Founded in 2017, the organisation has grown into a respected national platform championing women and gender-nonconforming (GNC) people across the Australian music industry, creating spaces for recognition, connection, and career development.
National footprint scaled back in 2026
Over the past ten years, its International Women’s Day events have become key fixtures on the industry calendar, bringing together artists, executives, creatives and community members for connection and recognition.
Announcing the scaled-back national footprint for 2026, One of One acknowledged the ongoing financial pressures facing the sector. “The reality of 2026 for many businesses in the music industry is that budgets are tight, and not everyone has the capacity to support charities right now,” the organisation said.
“We completely understand, and we are incredibly grateful to every organisation that has supported One of One over the last ten years.”
Despite the changes, One of One confirmed it will continue its work with a strong group of returning and new partners who remain deeply committed to supporting women and GNC people in music.
Commitment to national return
The organisation also addressed communities outside Sydney and Melbourne, reaffirming its intention to return nationally when possible. “To Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and Darwin – you are so important to us. We can’t wait to return to your states and territories when we can.”
The two 2026 events will maintain the format that has defined One of One’s success. Hosted as breakfast events, they will feature keynote speakers, live performances, networking opportunities and special guests, with full programming details to be announced.
Building on a decade of impact
Previous editions have included performances and keynotes from Jen Cloher, Stella Donnelly, Becca Hatch, Eliza Hull, Deborah Cheetham AO and Emma Donovan.
One of One also confirmed the continuation of its industry awards and development initiatives in 2026.
In collaboration with partners UNIFIED Music Group, White Sky and Mushroom Music, a suite of awards and scholarships will again be presented at the upcoming events.
Tickets for the Sydney and Melbourne events will go on sale soon, with further announcements expected in the coming months.
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