Not surprising. Not sure about Ozzie, but over here there seems...

Not surprising. Not sure about Ozzie, but over here there seems to be a never-ending whine about why they are not being fairly represented in the gender stakes - especially when talking about top management positions, Directorships etc.

There's only so much a book and a classroom can teach you. Sometimes you just have to get off your backside and get stuck in and "do it" in the real world. One of the best things about living in the western world is there are lots of opportunities to shine - for both males and females equally.

In this regard, I take my hat off to Maria. She impresses me greatly with what she is achieving and she provides a fine role model for other women who aspire to follow in her footsteps.