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Origins Update 5th of August 2026
Well the July "break" was very full with Wongkur Retreat, rainy weather, lots of hill work and future visioning. Origins is moving towards a revised staffing model based on the idea of secular sangha: a community of practice. We are grateful to have dedicated people like Francisco, Daniel and Kat interested. This model will grow and develop throughout the remainder of the year, Origins will provide regular comments through the updates.
COORAIN NEWS
Friends, welcome back after our mid winter break, although a busy time with storms and maintenance to tend to.
Thank you to all who keep up the welfare support for the nuns, this is such a special and practical expression of thanks to the Lineage Teachers .
We have opened a Future Support Fund to keep growing funds towards a future rainy day. This is aside from the monthly welfare fund.
Contact [email protected] if you would like to support this endeavour.
Bookings are now open for the annual 10 day September 11th to 20th retreat with Lama Chime Shore here at Origins Centre. Please contact [email protected] for information and bookings.
Kindy will return on Wednesday 12th August at Origins Centre, 10am to 2pm with a shared lunch at 12 noon. All Welcome and please spread the word.
SCHEDULE
There have been some changes:
- 16th September Origins Meeting will be held at Coorain due to Chime's September retreat being on.
- The weekend of 25th & 26th of October will be a spring busy bee, co-ordinated by Alex. Rooms are available to stay. Contact Alex Murphy [email protected] if you would like to participate...old and new friends welcome!
- 10th &11th of October Mindfulness weekend will be conducted by Melinda. You can book with her through [email protected].
- On the same weekend Chime is conducting a Namgyal Wongkur at Yoga Moves in Shenton Park. Contact [email protected].
CLEANER NEEDED
Origins is looking for someone interested in cleaning on most Thursdays from 9 - 11:30am, and on Saturday 17th October from 9 -11:30am, and on Friday 23rd October from 9 - 11:30am. Contact [email protected]
ORIGINS SECRETARY
In October or November our capable and valuable secretary, Sondra, will be resigning. If you would like to inquire about filling this position please contact [email protected]. The position as secretary requires competence and dedication. The position of secretary is vitally important to all NGO's and charities.
COURSES AND RETREATS
We are fortunate to have people like Ado, Sonam, Melinda, Anne and Chime who are capable of teaching the basic skills of meditation. They are also able to teach the Buddhadharma. The Mindfulness weekends offer a good introduction to both meditation and study. Please note that private sessions can be arranged for both individuals and groups.
NB: Sonam also teaches at Tig-le House, Margaret River. Melinda also teaches in Bunbury.
NEW DEVELOPMENT
Richard and Adam are developing a proposal to host Bibbulmun Track walkers at Origins Centre. It's a very interesting development and potential collaboration that could be of great benefit to all involved. We will keep you informed as this idea unfolds.
As always the creation of places like Origins Centre is a marvelous synergy of many people, how fortunate we are to have the space and the heart for this journey.
The next open day/meeting with pot lunch is Wednesday 19th August - all are welcome to come along. Lunch is at midday.
THANKS
- Hayden and Rebecca for their thoughtful helpfulness.
- Alex for his steady ongoing support at the Centre in various practical ways.
- Daniel and Kat for their thoughtful volunteering and interest.
- John for his development of our Facebook page.
Reliable helpers have always been indispensable, so much depends on them.
Upcoming Events at Origins
Mindfulness Weekend with Chim: 15th & 16th August
This weekend offers space to develop a steady, deepening practice that supports both inner life and everyday action, with an emphasis on care, healing, and mental wellbeing. The weekend includes three 90-minute sessions held at the Rotunda at Origins Centre, Balingup, with the option to attend online via Zoom. Sessions run on Saturday at 9:30 am and 3:00 pm, and Sunday at 9:30 am. Online participants are asked to register in advance Register in advance here., with recordings available for three days if you are unable to attend live.
Questions for Chime may be sent to [email protected] or raised during sessions. Accommodation can be booked in advance with Melinda: [email protected]
Kia pūtahi o MiriMiri ~ may the healing love be unified with Gabrielle: 21st to 23rd August
This foundational weekend weaves the depth and flow of Māori healing Mirimiri & Romiromi with ceremony, learning, and personal connection. Together we will explore spiritual energies and healing techniques supporting mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Guided by Kia pūtahi o Mirimiri, we slow down, focus on personal healing, and deepen our understanding of the responsibility, love, and care held within healing practice. Taught through a Māori framework and worldview, the weekend welcomes Māori and non-Māori, with optional Qi Gong and sauna experiences.
About: www.tirohanga.com.au/balingup
Booking link: https://events.humanitix.com/balingup
Qi-Gong: The Art of Flow with Kip: 27th to 30th August
This retreat offers a gentle introduction to Qi-Gong through the Shi-Ba-Shi system, the foundational eighteen movements that cultivate breath, balance, and flow. Daily practice is complemented by wood-fired sauna and mindful walking along the Bibbulmun Track, inviting observation, presence, and connection with the land. Held at the Origins Centre in Balingup, the weekend encourages participants to slow down, settle the nervous system, and move within a calm, nourishing rhythm of practice, rest, and shared time in nature. To book, please go to: https://www.naturalperspectivesaustralia.com/retreats
*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 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: Chim Shore, Anne Clark, Shavi Klaphake, Rosemary Kelly, Sonam Hackett, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Melinda Tupling and John (guest)
Guests: Paul, Alex
TREASURY
Bank balances as at 30.06.26
CBA: $36207.23
Bendigo: $785.56
Bank balances as at 31.07.26
CBA: $30753.94
Bendigo: $2443.61
Move to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Next meeting: 19th of August, 1pm at Origins
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
Well the July "break" was very full with Wongkur Retreat, rainy weather, lots of hill work and future visioning. Origins is moving towards a revised staffing model based on the idea of secular sangha: a community of practice. We are grateful to have dedicated people like Francisco, Daniel and Kat interested. This model will grow and develop throughout the remainder of the year, Origins will provide regular comments through the updates.
COORAIN NEWS
Friends, welcome back after our mid winter break, although a busy time with storms and maintenance to tend to.
Thank you to all who keep up the welfare support for the nuns, this is such a special and practical expression of thanks to the Lineage Teachers .
We have opened a Future Support Fund to keep growing funds towards a future rainy day. This is aside from the monthly welfare fund.
Contact [email protected] if you would like to support this endeavour.
Bookings are now open for the annual 10 day September 11th to 20th retreat with Lama Chime Shore here at Origins Centre. Please contact [email protected] for information and bookings.
Kindy will return on Wednesday 12th August at Origins Centre, 10am to 2pm with a shared lunch at 12 noon. All Welcome and please spread the word.
SCHEDULE
There have been some changes:
- 16th September Origins Meeting will be held at Coorain due to Chime's September retreat being on.
- The weekend of 25th & 26th of October will be a spring busy bee, co-ordinated by Alex. Rooms are available to stay. Contact Alex Murphy [email protected] if you would like to participate...old and new friends welcome!
- 10th &11th of October Mindfulness weekend will be conducted by Melinda. You can book with her through [email protected].
- On the same weekend Chime is conducting a Namgyal Wongkur at Yoga Moves in Shenton Park. Contact [email protected].
CLEANER NEEDED
Origins is looking for someone interested in cleaning on most Thursdays from 9 - 11:30am, and on Saturday 17th October from 9 -11:30am, and on Friday 23rd October from 9 - 11:30am. Contact [email protected]
ORIGINS SECRETARY
In October or November our capable and valuable secretary, Sondra, will be resigning. If you would like to inquire about filling this position please contact [email protected]. The position as secretary requires competence and dedication. The position of secretary is vitally important to all NGO's and charities.
COURSES AND RETREATS
We are fortunate to have people like Ado, Sonam, Melinda, Anne and Chime who are capable of teaching the basic skills of meditation. They are also able to teach the Buddhadharma. The Mindfulness weekends offer a good introduction to both meditation and study. Please note that private sessions can be arranged for both individuals and groups.
NB: Sonam also teaches at Tig-le House, Margaret River. Melinda also teaches in Bunbury.
NEW DEVELOPMENT
Richard and Adam are developing a proposal to host Bibbulmun Track walkers at Origins Centre. It's a very interesting development and potential collaboration that could be of great benefit to all involved. We will keep you informed as this idea unfolds.
As always the creation of places like Origins Centre is a marvelous synergy of many people, how fortunate we are to have the space and the heart for this journey.
The next open day/meeting with pot lunch is Wednesday 19th August - all are welcome to come along. Lunch is at midday.
THANKS
- Hayden and Rebecca for their thoughtful helpfulness.
- Alex for his steady ongoing support at the Centre in various practical ways.
- Daniel and Kat for their thoughtful volunteering and interest.
- John for his development of our Facebook page.
Reliable helpers have always been indispensable, so much depends on them.
Upcoming Events at Origins
Mindfulness Weekend with Chim: 15th & 16th August
This weekend offers space to develop a steady, deepening practice that supports both inner life and everyday action, with an emphasis on care, healing, and mental wellbeing. The weekend includes three 90-minute sessions held at the Rotunda at Origins Centre, Balingup, with the option to attend online via Zoom. Sessions run on Saturday at 9:30 am and 3:00 pm, and Sunday at 9:30 am. Online participants are asked to register in advance Register in advance here., with recordings available for three days if you are unable to attend live.
Questions for Chime may be sent to [email protected] or raised during sessions. Accommodation can be booked in advance with Melinda: [email protected]
Kia pūtahi o MiriMiri ~ may the healing love be unified with Gabrielle: 21st to 23rd August
This foundational weekend weaves the depth and flow of Māori healing Mirimiri & Romiromi with ceremony, learning, and personal connection. Together we will explore spiritual energies and healing techniques supporting mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Guided by Kia pūtahi o Mirimiri, we slow down, focus on personal healing, and deepen our understanding of the responsibility, love, and care held within healing practice. Taught through a Māori framework and worldview, the weekend welcomes Māori and non-Māori, with optional Qi Gong and sauna experiences.
About: www.tirohanga.com.au/balingup
Booking link: https://events.humanitix.com/balingup
Qi-Gong: The Art of Flow with Kip: 27th to 30th August
This retreat offers a gentle introduction to Qi-Gong through the Shi-Ba-Shi system, the foundational eighteen movements that cultivate breath, balance, and flow. Daily practice is complemented by wood-fired sauna and mindful walking along the Bibbulmun Track, inviting observation, presence, and connection with the land. Held at the Origins Centre in Balingup, the weekend encourages participants to slow down, settle the nervous system, and move within a calm, nourishing rhythm of practice, rest, and shared time in nature. To book, please go to: https://www.naturalperspectivesaustralia.com/retreats
*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 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: Chim Shore, Anne Clark, Shavi Klaphake, Rosemary Kelly, Sonam Hackett, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Melinda Tupling and John (guest)
Guests: Paul, Alex
TREASURY
Bank balances as at 30.06.26
CBA: $36207.23
Bendigo: $785.56
Bank balances as at 31.07.26
CBA: $30753.94
Bendigo: $2443.61
Move to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Next meeting: 19th of August, 1pm at Origins
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
