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Origins Update 1st of April 2026
We’ve had a healthy fall of rain, steady and consistent, which has been great for the land. The change of seasons is now clearly underway. The cooler weather is coming in, and the birds and other wildlife are responding well. Sonam’s recent Theravada Retreat went well - thank you to all who attended. It’s also a time of transition at the Centre. Things are shifting and settling into their next phase.
Coorain
Autumn is beginning to reveal itself across the land, with colours slowly turning and softening the landscape. Coorain will require some maintenance in the coming months. For those who have experience in this tradition and connected to our network of teachers, the cabins of Tusita and Studio will be available for personal retreat. Puja will continue in the Shrine Room at 7:00am on Mondays and Fridays at Coorain, holding a consistent rhythm for those who wish to attend.
Many thanks to Cooper who has been a steady hand up at Coorain, offering generous support across many tasks. Adam has also contributed, taking down a large tree. Safe travels to Em, who is journeying to Sikkim to visit the nuns, reconnect with friends, and deepen relationships. She will also be bringing back incense and thangkas. Chime is currently in New Zealand, spending time at Wangapeka and by all accounts having a enjoyable experience.
Kindy Open Day
There will be a Kindy open day next Wednesday at 10am. This is an open gathering for parents/caregivers and their children. We enjoy the interest that has been arising and hope to continue to support the community in this way.
Term Break
As we align with the school term periods, the centre will pause retreats from Friday 3rd April to Sunday 19th April. This creates a natural window to move in step with the wider community schedule and allow space between retreats.
Thank You Kip
Kip first began caretaking at Origins Centre in 2020. He will now be stepping back from caretaking duties and moving further onto the Bibbulmun Track. Natural Perspectives has been steadily developing over the past few years as an expression of the Origins ethos. What began within the Centre is now continuing to evolve outward into the wider landscape. Kip will still be spending time at the Centre most weeks and remain closely connected to the community, though no longer in a formal caretaking role.
Thanks
- Mary for the bed covers
- Paul for the bedding
- Sue for her ongoing care of the Rotunda.
- to those who have been coming mid week to help with the work
Upcoming Events at Origins
Strong Open Heart: Helping Ourselves, Helping Others Retreat with Adrian: 24th to 26th April
A semi-silent, in-person retreat for mental health, health and human services workers, offering space to rest, reflect and reconnect. Drawing on traditional Buddhist wisdom and contemporary evidence-based practice, the retreat explores meditation, mindful movement, heart-based practices and time in nature to support resilience, embodied presence and sustainable self-care. Together we will share silence, guided practice and group connection to cultivate the steadiness, clarity and deeper relational presence that brings wellbeing and insight in ourselves and others.
For more information and to book, please contact Adrian: [email protected]
Three-in-One Amitabha Wongkur Weekend: 1st to 3rd May
Amitabha illuminates the world with the expansive light of boundless love using the qualities of perception, connection and curiosity.
This mini-retreat with Chime offers a beautiful opportunity to receive wongkur in a supportive environment, with time for mindfulness and practice, nature and connection. There will be two classes on Saturday at 9:30 am and 3 pm with the wongkur at 9:30 am on Sunday morning. For bookings both at the centre and online please contact Gaby on [email protected].
May Retreat: 9th to 17th May
This retreat is mainly for people who have some experience with meditation. If you have attended a weekend with Chime previously, that is very helpful. The retreat is quiet and more concentrated than the weekends. People are asked to bring other activities that interest them, such as art, craft or study. The "setting up of mindfulness" is compatible with other modalities such as physical movement, art and academic study. There will be an opportunity to spend one-on-one time with Chime during the May retreat. Please contact Anne for information or booking: [email protected]
*A gentle reminder - please care for others and yourself, and do not attend Origins if you are feeling unwell, especially with cold or flu symptoms. Thankyou!
Weekend Retreats & Dana Deposit to Confirm Booking
A wonderful balance of health, art, nature and mindfulness with these weekend retreats. Appreciation to everyone for contributing to such a vibrant centre full of good energy and creativity.
We will be asking people planning on attending retreats to make a $80 - $120 non refundable contribution to your dana for accommodation to confirm your booking ($100 for the May and September retreats).
Regular Program and Services
Mindfulness Sessions on fb streaming
Live practice stream including commentary.
Venue: Coorain – Balingup (Monday only), and Facebook
Time: Mondays from 9.10am - 9.50am with Chime, and Fridays - 9.10am to 9.50am with Anne
Puja at Coorain
Coorain Puja is changing to Mondays and Fridays from 7am. You are welcome to join us in the shrine room at Coorain.
All teaching done by Origins is supported by donations which go to benefit the work of Origins Centre.
Please deposit your donation to:
Teachers Account - Chim and Anne: BSB: 066 504 Account: 1012 8642
or Teacher Paypal: https://paypal.me/chimshore?country.x=AU&locale.x=en_AU
or Teachers Account -Sonam (Ian Hackett): BSB: 806 015 Account: 02214777
or Back of House Account: BSB: 633 000 Account: 209 373 331
or Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KD9YH2ZP7WG7S
Coorain Virtual Library
Take a look at this great resource - https://tinyurl.com/y48dah3e
Donations: We are a charitable organization and your donations make the difference! If you would like to support us financially, our bank details are:
Origins Centre
BSB 066504 Account Number: 10017993
PayPal account http://www.originscentre.org/support-origins.html
Origins Centre Coorain Account
BSB 066504 Account Number: 10056415
Rumtek Nuns Support
If you are able to help support the Nuns, please follow the below link to our website for bank account and Paypal details:
http://www.originscentre.org/support-rumtek-nunnery.html
Or to go directly to Paypal (please choose 'Nuns Support' from the drop down box):
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=BHQV666ECL6ZC
GOVERNANCE
The Origins Committee of Management has full responsibility for all administration, management, landcare, finance, maintenance, media and teaching at OC and Coorain. The responsibility is represented on-site by committee members or on-site duty managers. Many friends help. OC is a registered, charitable not-for-profit NGO that offers its services, land and infrastructure on a donation basis. Origins is run and used by volunteers and supported by core paid work.
Present: Sonam Hackett, Rosemary Kelly, Kip Cameron, Anne Clark, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Melinda Tupling, Adam Shore
Guests: Paul
Apologies: Shavi, Chim
Treasury as at 31.03.26
CBA: $27109.06
Bendigo: $2788.58
Moved to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Next meeting: 15th of April 26 at 1pm
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
We’ve had a healthy fall of rain, steady and consistent, which has been great for the land. The change of seasons is now clearly underway. The cooler weather is coming in, and the birds and other wildlife are responding well. Sonam’s recent Theravada Retreat went well - thank you to all who attended. It’s also a time of transition at the Centre. Things are shifting and settling into their next phase.
Coorain
Autumn is beginning to reveal itself across the land, with colours slowly turning and softening the landscape. Coorain will require some maintenance in the coming months. For those who have experience in this tradition and connected to our network of teachers, the cabins of Tusita and Studio will be available for personal retreat. Puja will continue in the Shrine Room at 7:00am on Mondays and Fridays at Coorain, holding a consistent rhythm for those who wish to attend.
Many thanks to Cooper who has been a steady hand up at Coorain, offering generous support across many tasks. Adam has also contributed, taking down a large tree. Safe travels to Em, who is journeying to Sikkim to visit the nuns, reconnect with friends, and deepen relationships. She will also be bringing back incense and thangkas. Chime is currently in New Zealand, spending time at Wangapeka and by all accounts having a enjoyable experience.
Kindy Open Day
There will be a Kindy open day next Wednesday at 10am. This is an open gathering for parents/caregivers and their children. We enjoy the interest that has been arising and hope to continue to support the community in this way.
Term Break
As we align with the school term periods, the centre will pause retreats from Friday 3rd April to Sunday 19th April. This creates a natural window to move in step with the wider community schedule and allow space between retreats.
Thank You Kip
Kip first began caretaking at Origins Centre in 2020. He will now be stepping back from caretaking duties and moving further onto the Bibbulmun Track. Natural Perspectives has been steadily developing over the past few years as an expression of the Origins ethos. What began within the Centre is now continuing to evolve outward into the wider landscape. Kip will still be spending time at the Centre most weeks and remain closely connected to the community, though no longer in a formal caretaking role.
Thanks
- Mary for the bed covers
- Paul for the bedding
- Sue for her ongoing care of the Rotunda.
- to those who have been coming mid week to help with the work
Upcoming Events at Origins
Strong Open Heart: Helping Ourselves, Helping Others Retreat with Adrian: 24th to 26th April
A semi-silent, in-person retreat for mental health, health and human services workers, offering space to rest, reflect and reconnect. Drawing on traditional Buddhist wisdom and contemporary evidence-based practice, the retreat explores meditation, mindful movement, heart-based practices and time in nature to support resilience, embodied presence and sustainable self-care. Together we will share silence, guided practice and group connection to cultivate the steadiness, clarity and deeper relational presence that brings wellbeing and insight in ourselves and others.
For more information and to book, please contact Adrian: [email protected]
Three-in-One Amitabha Wongkur Weekend: 1st to 3rd May
Amitabha illuminates the world with the expansive light of boundless love using the qualities of perception, connection and curiosity.
This mini-retreat with Chime offers a beautiful opportunity to receive wongkur in a supportive environment, with time for mindfulness and practice, nature and connection. There will be two classes on Saturday at 9:30 am and 3 pm with the wongkur at 9:30 am on Sunday morning. For bookings both at the centre and online please contact Gaby on [email protected].
May Retreat: 9th to 17th May
This retreat is mainly for people who have some experience with meditation. If you have attended a weekend with Chime previously, that is very helpful. The retreat is quiet and more concentrated than the weekends. People are asked to bring other activities that interest them, such as art, craft or study. The "setting up of mindfulness" is compatible with other modalities such as physical movement, art and academic study. There will be an opportunity to spend one-on-one time with Chime during the May retreat. Please contact Anne for information or booking: [email protected]
*A gentle reminder - please care for others and yourself, and do not attend Origins if you are feeling unwell, especially with cold or flu symptoms. Thankyou!
Weekend Retreats & Dana Deposit to Confirm Booking
A wonderful balance of health, art, nature and mindfulness with these weekend retreats. Appreciation to everyone for contributing to such a vibrant centre full of good energy and creativity.
We will be asking people planning on attending retreats to make a $80 - $120 non refundable contribution to your dana for accommodation to confirm your booking ($100 for the May and September retreats).
Regular Program and Services
Mindfulness Sessions on fb streaming
Live practice stream including commentary.
Venue: Coorain – Balingup (Monday only), and Facebook
Time: Mondays from 9.10am - 9.50am with Chime, and Fridays - 9.10am to 9.50am with Anne
Puja at Coorain
Coorain Puja is changing to Mondays and Fridays from 7am. You are welcome to join us in the shrine room at Coorain.
All teaching done by Origins is supported by donations which go to benefit the work of Origins Centre.
Please deposit your donation to:
Teachers Account - Chim and Anne: BSB: 066 504 Account: 1012 8642
or Teacher Paypal: https://paypal.me/chimshore?country.x=AU&locale.x=en_AU
or Teachers Account -Sonam (Ian Hackett): BSB: 806 015 Account: 02214777
or Back of House Account: BSB: 633 000 Account: 209 373 331
or Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KD9YH2ZP7WG7S
Coorain Virtual Library
Take a look at this great resource - https://tinyurl.com/y48dah3e
Donations: We are a charitable organization and your donations make the difference! If you would like to support us financially, our bank details are:
Origins Centre
BSB 066504 Account Number: 10017993
PayPal account http://www.originscentre.org/support-origins.html
Origins Centre Coorain Account
BSB 066504 Account Number: 10056415
Rumtek Nuns Support
If you are able to help support the Nuns, please follow the below link to our website for bank account and Paypal details:
http://www.originscentre.org/support-rumtek-nunnery.html
Or to go directly to Paypal (please choose 'Nuns Support' from the drop down box):
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=BHQV666ECL6ZC
GOVERNANCE
The Origins Committee of Management has full responsibility for all administration, management, landcare, finance, maintenance, media and teaching at OC and Coorain. The responsibility is represented on-site by committee members or on-site duty managers. Many friends help. OC is a registered, charitable not-for-profit NGO that offers its services, land and infrastructure on a donation basis. Origins is run and used by volunteers and supported by core paid work.
Present: Sonam Hackett, Rosemary Kelly, Kip Cameron, Anne Clark, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Melinda Tupling, Adam Shore
Guests: Paul
Apologies: Shavi, Chim
Treasury as at 31.03.26
CBA: $27109.06
Bendigo: $2788.58
Moved to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Next meeting: 15th of April 26 at 1pm
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
