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Origins Update 3rd of December
Thank you for all your support at the Origins Centre this year. It’s been a year of steady growth, practical improvements, and quiet, heartfelt service. As many of you know, the Centre is always evolving, and this year has been no exception. We’ve continued to refine our rhythms, organise our spaces, and strengthen the foundations that help this place function as a peaceful refuge for anyone who visits.
We remain committed to making the Origins Centre a beautiful place of respite, reflection, and connection. As we move toward a new year, we look forward to continuing this work and welcoming you into whatever unfolds next.
Welcome to Lama Sonam
The Lineages and the transmission behind our practice are truly the lifeblood of the teachings. They are so important to the health and vitality of the teachings, caring for us all.
It is therefore helpful and encouraging, after working with Lama Sonam (Ian Hackett) for many years, to know that he is able to accept the role of Resident Elder Lama at Origins Centre and Coorain beginning in February 2026.
Chime, Anne, Sonam, and the Committee will continue to work closely together throughout the coming year. Sonam's interests and experience will support us all very well.
My thanks and appreciation to all who support this transition at our wonderful centre, especially to Sonam's family.
Yours in the Dharma and human wisdom
2026
Our core community of course providers is now confirmed for the new year, with additional programs currently being considered. We’ll share updates as these offerings take shape. The Centre continues to hold a strong Dharma influence at its heart, this foundation helps guide the rhythm of our offerings and supports the deeper intention of Origins – to be a place of respite, learning and collective wellbeing. New 2026 retreat info will be uploaded to the website in time.
Closing for December and January
Kindy on December 10th marks the final Origins event for the year. The Centre will then take a short summer pause and reopen with the first Wongkur on January 30. During this period, the Centre will be closed for retreat, though the Peace Pagoda will remain open for anyone who wishes to visit, sit quietly, or spend a moment in reflection.
Coorain
Friends,
-A beautiful time in the flowering garden at Coorain, with plenty of fresh petals for the World Peace celebration on Sunday. Also a spectacular season for weeds and massive growth. A special thanks you to those on the slashers.
-Thanks also to Lama Sonam and participants in the Green Tara retreat held at Coorain,a rich and happy retreat just before the xmas season.
- Incense: If you would like to support the Nuns of Karmapa this xmas, then please order our new incense, contact [email protected] $10 per tube. Minimum of 10 tubes for free postage.
- 24th Anniversary of the World Peace Pagoda Day celebration at Origins Centre - 7th December, All Welcome. 10am ceremony with a shared lunch at 12pm. Please bring a plate.
Thanks
-Sue for her continued work in the rotunda
-The Committee for the work they put in to making Origins what it is
-All who have whipper snipper’d of late
-To the community member who has helped us secure a new source of incense.
Upcoming Events at Origins
Wongkur Weekend at Origins: 30th January to 1st February.
Mindfulness Weekend with Chim: 14th & 15th February
*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 - final session for 2025 will be the 9th of December
Live practice stream including commentary.
Venue: Coorain – Balingup, and Facebook
Time: Tuesdays from 9.10 - 9.50am with Chime, and Fridays - 7.30am to 8.30am with Anne
Daily Mindfulness in the Rotunda - recommencing in 2026.
Mondays - Fridays, 7:30am - 8am, you are welcome to join Kip for a mindfulness session in the Rotunda.
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: 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, Rosemary Kelly, Shavi Klaphake, Kip Cameron, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Sonam Hackett, Adam Shore
Apologies: Melinda Tupling
Guests: Jai
Bank balances as at 30.11.25
CBA: $27988.02 - Move to accept: Kip Seconded: Anne
Bendigo: $1824.21 - Move to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Insurance due for 2025/2026 - $6265
Next meeting: TBA
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
Thank you for all your support at the Origins Centre this year. It’s been a year of steady growth, practical improvements, and quiet, heartfelt service. As many of you know, the Centre is always evolving, and this year has been no exception. We’ve continued to refine our rhythms, organise our spaces, and strengthen the foundations that help this place function as a peaceful refuge for anyone who visits.
We remain committed to making the Origins Centre a beautiful place of respite, reflection, and connection. As we move toward a new year, we look forward to continuing this work and welcoming you into whatever unfolds next.
Welcome to Lama Sonam
The Lineages and the transmission behind our practice are truly the lifeblood of the teachings. They are so important to the health and vitality of the teachings, caring for us all.
It is therefore helpful and encouraging, after working with Lama Sonam (Ian Hackett) for many years, to know that he is able to accept the role of Resident Elder Lama at Origins Centre and Coorain beginning in February 2026.
Chime, Anne, Sonam, and the Committee will continue to work closely together throughout the coming year. Sonam's interests and experience will support us all very well.
My thanks and appreciation to all who support this transition at our wonderful centre, especially to Sonam's family.
Yours in the Dharma and human wisdom
2026
Our core community of course providers is now confirmed for the new year, with additional programs currently being considered. We’ll share updates as these offerings take shape. The Centre continues to hold a strong Dharma influence at its heart, this foundation helps guide the rhythm of our offerings and supports the deeper intention of Origins – to be a place of respite, learning and collective wellbeing. New 2026 retreat info will be uploaded to the website in time.
Closing for December and January
Kindy on December 10th marks the final Origins event for the year. The Centre will then take a short summer pause and reopen with the first Wongkur on January 30. During this period, the Centre will be closed for retreat, though the Peace Pagoda will remain open for anyone who wishes to visit, sit quietly, or spend a moment in reflection.
Coorain
Friends,
-A beautiful time in the flowering garden at Coorain, with plenty of fresh petals for the World Peace celebration on Sunday. Also a spectacular season for weeds and massive growth. A special thanks you to those on the slashers.
-Thanks also to Lama Sonam and participants in the Green Tara retreat held at Coorain,a rich and happy retreat just before the xmas season.
- Incense: If you would like to support the Nuns of Karmapa this xmas, then please order our new incense, contact [email protected] $10 per tube. Minimum of 10 tubes for free postage.
- 24th Anniversary of the World Peace Pagoda Day celebration at Origins Centre - 7th December, All Welcome. 10am ceremony with a shared lunch at 12pm. Please bring a plate.
Thanks
-Sue for her continued work in the rotunda
-The Committee for the work they put in to making Origins what it is
-All who have whipper snipper’d of late
-To the community member who has helped us secure a new source of incense.
Upcoming Events at Origins
Wongkur Weekend at Origins: 30th January to 1st February.
Mindfulness Weekend with Chim: 14th & 15th February
*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 - final session for 2025 will be the 9th of December
Live practice stream including commentary.
Venue: Coorain – Balingup, and Facebook
Time: Tuesdays from 9.10 - 9.50am with Chime, and Fridays - 7.30am to 8.30am with Anne
Daily Mindfulness in the Rotunda - recommencing in 2026.
Mondays - Fridays, 7:30am - 8am, you are welcome to join Kip for a mindfulness session in the Rotunda.
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: 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, Rosemary Kelly, Shavi Klaphake, Kip Cameron, Sondra Noonan
Zoom: Sonam Hackett, Adam Shore
Apologies: Melinda Tupling
Guests: Jai
Bank balances as at 30.11.25
CBA: $27988.02 - Move to accept: Kip Seconded: Anne
Bendigo: $1824.21 - Move to accept: Anne Seconded: Rosemary
Insurance due for 2025/2026 - $6265
Next meeting: TBA
Thank you everyone,
Team Origins
