September
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Friday September 3 to 2pm Saturday September 4
'Community Sampler Experience' and Open Day
Ever thought about joining a community?... Want to explore a sustaining lifestyle?
Bellbunya is a model, holistically sustainable community at Belli Park (10 minutes west of Eumundi), established 18 months ago on a well-developed 40 acre rural property. There are currently openings to rent and buy.
Ideal for those who wish to make a difference, live more sustainably and more rewardingly, participate in an eco-spiritual environment that fosters transformative growth and offers inumerable benefits of community (including sharing some resources, organic bulk buying, shared evening meals, socially rich environment).
We support collaborative enterprises. Our eco-conference/ retreat/ workshop/ restaurant facilities also offer opportunities for enterprising people to earn income.
Open Days
Tour, Q&A, participate in our working bee (2 hours) and join us for lunch.
No charge. Bookings essential.
Next Open Day - 9am-2pm Saturday September 4,
Special ’Community sampler experience’
Friday night dinner with community, attend social event night,
overnight stay, breakfast, then attend open day as outlined above.
Bookings essential.
$45 single, $80 twin/double ~ $10 discount for first time visitors
Next 'Community Sampler Experience' - 5.30pm Friday September 3 to 2pm Saturday September 4.
Includes entry into Bellbunya Singer/Songwriter night. Download the flyer
Contact Maia on Tel: 5447 0181
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Friday September 3
Music in the Raw
Bellbunya's Acoustic Singer/Songwriter Night
Held on the first Friday of every month
An exciting mix of talented emerging artists and old-hands with new tunes come together to weave a magical musical tapestry in the intimate ambience of Bellbunya's Hall. This event is a particularly special one for those interested in gaining insight into the creative process and the contexts in which a song is born, as artists often share the story behind the inspired work.
For those coming from a distance who might prefer to stay overnight, we have affordable accommodation available. If you need accommodation, please RSVP prior to the event so that we can appropriately cater to your needs.
 When: 7:30pm, Friday, 3 September (then 1 October etc)
Where: Bellbunya Hall, 114 Browns Road, Belli Park
Dress: Warm & cosy!
BYO: Cushions, rugs (note: this is an indoor event)
Cost: $10 for entertainment, baked treat, tea & coffee, $15 for families, $7 concession. Groups of 4 or more receive concession rate per person
Note: This is a family friendly and alcohol free event.
RSVP: Jude on 0410 635 607 or 07 5447 0181
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Thursday September 9 to Sunday September 12
Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream
Training for Community Leaders & Facilitators
- Connect with the national and global community of change agents
- Enhance your capacity to apply the values of the Symposium in your work and relationships
- Qualify to facilitate Symposiums and utilise the materials for your work within the community
 Warning! We expect that participation in this group will bring periods of unrest, joy companionship and deep connection with other human beings working for change.
When: Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon 9th-12th September
Where: Bellbunya, 114 Browns Road, Belli Park
Cost: $450 (full price), $325 (concession), $300 (refresher) - includes materials, accommodation and all meals
Enquiries: Fiona O'Sullivan - peacetrainps@iinet.net.au - 0409 156 818
Download Awakening the Dreamer Flyer
Download Awakening the Dreamer Registration Form
www.awakeningthedreamer.org
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Friday September 17
 John Seed
Deep Ecology and the Conservation of Nature
(fundraiser for reforestation projects in India)
Deep Ecology is a philosophy of nature which sees that underlying the environmental crisis there is a psychological or spiritual disease stemming from the illusion of separation between humans and the rest of the natural world. The late Arne Naess, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy from Oslo University, Norway who coined the term "deep ecology" pointed out that our "ecological ideas are not enough to protect the Earth, we need ecological identity, ecological self". With a presentation which includes music and poetry, John Seed shows us how to nourish our ecological identity and align ourselves with Earth.
The experience of deep ecology leads to a deepening of our love for the natural world and empowerment and vision for the protection of Nature. In the 2nd part of this presentation, John will speak of this and show a couple of short films about projects for the protection of nature in Sth India including the reforestation of Arunachala in Tamil Nadu and the protection of the world's largest remaining population of wild Asian elephants in the Nilgiris.
Cost: $10 (all proceeds donated to reforestation projects in India)
When: 7.30pm Friday September 17
Where: Bellbunya, 114 Browns Road, Belli Park
Contact: For more information please phone 07 5496 3537 or email elainesmith1@bigpond.com
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Saturday September 18 to 5pm Sunday 19
EARTH, SPIRIT, ACTION
an experiential deep ecology workshop
with John Seed
 Human identity exists at the intersection of the ancient cycles of air, water and soil. In spite of the pervasive illusion of separation, in reality no separation is possible between nature and ourselves. By acknowledging our interconnectedness we invite the spontaneous healing of the psyche.
Using personal sharing, experiential deep ecology and creative exercises, we dissolve the separation between person and planet. Vision and empowerment arise naturally from realigning ourselves with the living Earth.
Proceeds will benefit the reforestation of the sacred mountain Arunachala in South India www.rainforestinfo.org.au/video/shiva_v.html.
When: 9am Saturday September 18 to 5pm Sunday 19
Where: Bellbunya, 114 Browns Road, Belli Park
Cost: $185 (includes lunches and Saturday night dinner but no accommodation) or $205 (includes meals plus Saturday night accommodation) or $240 (includes meals plus Friday and Saturday night accommodation). Pay your deposit online via our secure gateway.
Contact: To book, please email karyn@bellbunya.org.au or for more information phone Elaine Smith on 07 5496 3537.
Author, songwriter, bard, filmaker, lecturer, activist. John Seed is founder and director of the Rainforest Information Centre www.rainforestinfo.org.au. He has written and lectured extensively on deep ecology and has been conducting Councils of All Beings and other re-Earth ing workshops around the world for 25 years. With Joanna Macy, Pat Fleming and Professor Arne Naess, he wrote "Thinking Like a Mountain - Towards a Council of All Beings" which has now been translated into 10 languages. In 1995 he was awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for services to conservation and the environment. |
October
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Saturday October 2 and Sunday October 3
Birthing Sacred Society
 With Robina McCurdy, Robin Clayfield and a mystery male facilitator at Bellbunya Community via Eumundi.
A workshop for women and men working the transformational edge of social change and community empowerment. We aim to equip leaders with enriching, deep processes and tools for their work in the world and especially for unfamiliar and extreme situations catalysed by the challenging times we live in.
Monday October 4
Tools for the Journey
Will be a special day for women – ‘Tools for the journey’ preparing ourselves as women, to be in Sacred Society.
Download the flyer for details of both workshops
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Saturday October 9 and Sunday October 10
Peter Hoddle presents
Transformation of the Self: A Metaphysical Workshop
 The purpose of this 2 day workshop is to help you to find the pathway to your true self. In modern life most of us live in both outer and inner noise, all of which blocks our ability to hear the voice of our true self. Many of us often avoid the quiet because it can be uncomfortable to feel the internal disorder of our suppressed emotions and unresolved issues from past experiences. All of this creates the inner noise. This noise protects us from being exposed to what we may not be ready to deal with. This workshop is for those of you who feel ready to look and clear some of this noise so you might hear the whispers of your soul, thus transforming the Self.
Where: Bellbunya, 114 Browns Road, Belli Park
Dates: Saturday October 9 and Sunday October 10
Cost: $400 (payable to Peter Hoddle - PO Box 50 Pomona Q 4568)
Afternoon tea of decadent cakes of my wife's creation will be provided as will be a variety of juices, teas and coffee for those who can't start without a brew. Please bring a plate of vegetarian food to share for lunch.
Accommodation: This workshop does not include accommodation. For those wishing to stay at Bellbunya, a range of accommodation options are available. Take a look at Bellbunya accommodation and book directly with Bellbunya.
Contact: Peter on 07 5485 0955 (or call 0411 291 516 on workshop day).
Download Transformation of the Self flyer
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Inner Voyage Meditation Retreat Program
Meditation, stress management & personal development
www.hinterlandmeditationretreat.com
The Inner Voyage Meditation Course is best suited to people with some knowledge and experience of Meditation, but it is not essential. This course is run over 2 days and will teach many aspects of Meditation and Personal Development. It is ideal for people who are ready to make significant and lasting positive changes in their lives.
During this Meditation course students will embark on a journey of self discovery and learn many tools for positive thinking and stress management. They will learn advanced breathing techniques, Meditation for training the brain to perform instant muscle relaxation, guided Visualisation Meditations, Zen Meditation, Chakra Meditation and Mindfulness Meditation. They will develop and refine their own meditation style. They will learn to work with Affirmations, Journaling, develop their communication skills and improve their self esteem.
On completion of the Meditation course, students’ receive an “INNER VOYAGE – Holistic Human Development, Certificate of Completion – Meditation and Personal Development Course”.
Course Dates
Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th October.
Saturday 20th - Sunday 21st November.
Saturday 18th - Sunday 19th December.
Retreat starting time is 9:30am and finishing time is 4:30pm.
NB. All retreats offer the option of Friday night at an extra cost. Friday night Dinner will be with the Bellbunya Community if this option is taken. This allows participants the opportunity to experience the friendly lifestyle of this unique eco-friendly community. Friday night particpants will get first pick of the beds. So, if you can afford to take an extra night out...join in on the Friday!
Cost
Early Bird Special (payment 7 days prior to retreat commencement) $280; Last minute Payment $320
Extra night option (Friday) add $50 to retreat fee.
Cost includes accomodation, food, activities, certificate.
Contact
Jane McGarvey - Dip Herbal Medicine and Natural Therapies
(ATMS Accredited), Inner Voyage Holistic Human Development Therapist & Meditation Teacher
Tel: (W) 07.54483746, (M) 0439 594 320
E-mail: j.jmcgarvey@hotmail.com
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