Sydney tours highlight women's contributions to history

Sita Sargeant is launching walking tours in Sydney and Melbourne to highlight women's contributions to history. Inspired by Fanny Finch, a publican who voted using a loophole before women were allowed to vote, Sargeant aims to showcase overlooked stories. Her upcoming book, "She Shapes History," will include vignettes and walking maps. Sargeant's tours have attracted 8,000 attendees, reflecting a growing interest in women's history. The New South Wales government plans to recognize more women through its blue plaques program. Sargeant's tours feature stories of notable women, like Kathleen Butler, who contributed to the Harbour Bridge project. She emphasizes the need to acknowledge women's roles in shaping Australian history.