Having served as state vice-president, Ms Stanhope is well aware of the issues facing women in rural Australia.

"I'm really focused on the issues faced by women living in country NSW, like social isolation, financial strain and access to health services," she said.

"Living on a property out of town I know the daily challenges that can make life a little harder and I look forward to the opportunity my new role provides in speaking up for our members and representing their interests to policy-makers at all levels."

Ms Stanhope, who lives outside Bega, said she is "honoured" to take on the role, and is committed to working hard for all members from more than 400 branches across the state.

While a member of the Bega CWA Branch for the last 13 years, Ms Stanhope has held a number of local, group and state executive positions.

She succeeds outgoing president Annette Turner, and will hold the position for the next three years.

"It's a pleasure to welcome Stephanie as the next president of the CWA of NSW and I know she will derive the same pleasure and satisfaction from the role that I have," Ms Turner said.

"It's an exciting new chapter in our history and I'm pleased to continue to be part of it."