WHAT IS RESET THE DIAL?
Our biggest day of giving! Cirque du Joy is the signature annual event that raises the most vital funds to support the Women’s Resilience Centre’s powerful mission: helping women and families reset and rebuild their lives.
With your support, we’re making our vision a reality: a future where women recover from domestic abuse and trauma and emerge with renewed strength, independence, and purpose.
This extraordinary evening directly fuels programs that help women reset their health, reclaim their safety, and rebuild their futures with resilience.
To “reset the dial” means to make a fundamental change, to reform, to revolutionise. That’s what we do. That’s what your ticket makes possible.
An Evening Celebrating Resilience & Rebuilding Lives for Women and Families
Join us for an elegant harbourside celebration where joy meets purpose! Step into the stunning Luna Park Palais with its breathtaking 180-degree Sydney Harbour and city skyline views; creating a magical backdrop for an uplifting evening of transformation and delight.
Experience a premium evening where mesmerising circus performances, Jackie Loeb's brilliant comedy, and NovaBossa's infectious rhythms combine with breathtaking harbour views, continuous gourmet canapés and cocktails to create moments of wonder and connection; all supporting women's journeys from trauma to transformation.
Throughout the evening, powerful visual stories of transformation will illuminate the heart of our purpose, showing how your presence empowers women on their journey from trauma to transformation. Bid on coveted luxury experiences in our silent auction and exclusive raffle; each creating double the joy as you acquire remarkable treasures while changing lives.
JOIN OUR DISTINGUISHED HOSTS: Robyn Moore • Juanita Phillips • Jacqui Loeb • Tracy Williams • Jacinta Tynan • Tracey Spicer • Rachael Gunn
DRESS CODE: Cocktail with a Touch of Joy
CREATING JOY & TRANSFORMATION: Every ticket contributes to joy-filled transformation through the Women's Resilience Centre's life-changing programs. Your presence helps women across Australia discover renewed confidence through career success, financial freedom, effective parenting, emotional wellbeing, and meaningful community connection; creating sustainable pathways forward for women and their families.
THE IMPACT IS REAL: By joining us, you're part of a proven solution that has already supported over 510 women across 163 Australian communities.
WHY CIRQUE DU JOY?
Joy is more than a fleeting feeling; it’s a state of mind that brings fulfilment, resilience, and connection, even in life’s most difficult moments.
At its heart, joy is about human connection. It strengthens our social bonds, transcends language, and reminds us that quality of life is defined not only by survival, but by celebration, wonder, and delight.
Joy is a human right; an essential part of recovery. For women and families rebuilding their lives after trauma, joy must not be an afterthought. It is central to healing, to hope, and to wholeness.
When we come together in a shared moment of joy, we remember what it means to feel alive; and we extend that possibility to others. This evening isn’t just a celebration. It’s a catalyst for change.
Together, we’re creating space for joy; and making it possible for women and families to reset, rebuild, and thrive.
The Host Committee for Cirque du Joy
Robyn Moore MC AM
Our MC - Cirque Du Joy RingMistress - Robyn Moore has stepped into every Australian household throughradio and television, including Triple M with Doug Mulray and “How green is my Cactus”, national radio. Robyn has been one of Australia’s most in-demand high value speakers and entertaining storyteller for 30 years.
Juanita Phillips
Luxury travel host: Luxe Tours for Women 2025 - Journeys with Juanita Phillips. Ex-ABC, CNN, BBC, Ten Network. A passion to see a world where people thrive. Passionate about building a resilient Australia.
Adam Spencer
Adam Spencer is an Australian comedian and ABC Radio host, he won the 1996 NSW Raw Comedy Championship. He holds a First-Class Honours degree in Pure Mathematics from Sydney University and was a finalist in the World Universities Debating Championship. His story of resilience began early. Twice in his first two days of life, a priest was called to give the last rites.
Tracy Williams
After travelling the world with the Harlem Globetrotters, Tracy Williams is now crafting his legacy and helping thousands of Australian kids in the process at Charity Bounce. World Class Speaker presented to World Presidents and the Pope. Grown up in the Bronx, shares stories of resilience and the power of good choices.
Jacinta Tynan
Jacinta has been a TV reporter for ABC, Seven Network, and Sky News. She studied acting at the Vancouver Film School in Canada and has written and starred in two short films, one of which was selected as a Tropfest semi-finalist in 2001. She also acted in The Vagina Monologues at Sydney's Ensemble Theatre and starred in Closer for the Darlinghurst Theatre Company.
Mike Munro AM
Mike Munro, AM, is a respected Australian journalist and television presenter. WRC Ambassador offering support with gala prizes and his endorsement. A childhood story of resilience that will move your mind.
Tracey Spicer AM
A global keynote speaker, award-winning journalist, and author of MAN-MADE, Tracey Spicer is an AI expert, TEDx speaker, and one of AFR’s 100 Women of Influence. With a national TV news anchor and media trainer career, she brings authority and warmth to every stage. Her journey of deep health recovery is a powerful testament to resilience.
Rachael Gunn
Rachael Gunn is an Australian academic and former competitive breakdancer. The World Dancesport Federation ranks her as the world's number one. She is a lecturer in the Department of Media, Communications, Creative Arts, Language, and Literature at Macquarie University Faculty of Arts. Gunn gained media attention after competing in breaking at the 2024 Summer Olympics, the sport's debut at the Games.
Jacqui Loeb
Jackie was nominated for ‘Best Comedy’ at the Hollywood Fringe Festival and won the 2011 MO Award for ‘Achievement of Excellence in Live Comedy’. She was also nominated for the 2012 MO Award for ‘Best Comedy Act’.
Meet NovaBossa!
Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey at Cirque du Joy with NovaBossa-a standout acoustic duo bringing their unique flair to the Northern Beaches and beyond!
NovaBossa is the inspired collaboration of Peter and Wendy, two accomplished musicians renowned for their vibrant performances across Sydney’s live music scene. Together, they create an intimate and captivating atmosphere, blending their talents to reinterpret much-loved classics in ways that surprise and delight audiences,
Their setlist is an eclectic mix of Latin rhythms, smooth jazz, timeless pop, and original songs, all delivered with artistry and heart. Expect to hear fresh takes on favourites like “Landslide,” “Along the Boulevard,” and “Never Going Back Again,” alongside their own beautiful compositions. Each performance is a celebration-inviting you to relax, dance, and lose yourself in the music.
Whether you’re a fan of acoustic grooves, soulful vocals, or simply love discovering talented local acts, NovaBossa promises a night of musical magic that will make Cirque du Joy truly special.
Don’t miss your chance to experience NovaBossa live-secure your tickets now and join us for an evening of joy, rhythm, and unforgettable tunes!
Become a Sponsor for Reset the Dial
CREATING IMPACT THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
By sponsoring Cirque du Joy - Reset the Dial 2025, your organisation will make a tangible impact on the lives of women and families affected by domestic abuse and trauma. All proceeds directly support vital recovery programs and initiatives that help women rebuild their lives after experiencing abuse.
STRATEGIC BUSINESS BENEFITS
Align your brand with a meaningful cause addressing a critical national issue
Connect with 200+ influential business, community, and media leaders
Demonstrate your corporate social responsibility and enhance brand reputation
Boost employee morale through purposeful engagement and volunteer opportunities
Showcase inclusive leadership addressing domestic abuse as a workplace issue
Leverage participation in corporate and community fundraising events
SUPPORTING SUSTAINABLE RECOVERY
While crisis services focus on immediate safety, the Women's Resilience Centre focuses on long-term recovery. Your sponsorship helps fund comprehensive programs that address every aspect of a woman's journey to independence, from financial literacy and career development to parenting support and emotional wellbeing.
JOIN US IN CREATING CHANGE
By aligning your brand with Cirque du Joy, you demonstrate your commitment to social responsibility and community impact. Together, we can reset the dial and create sustainable pathways forward for women and families across Australia.
