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Welcome to this month’s
issue of The Lotus Centre
Newsletter
(formerly know as the Babylon Bookshop
Newsletter)
From the Babylon – Lotus Centre Team
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Hi dear Friends and Fellow
Travellers,
Please find below the newsletter for June '07.
As the autumn days are getting shorter and the nights longer
and cooler ... .why not use this time to turn inward to feel and light the
fire within … many meditation and meditational events are listed in this months newsletter.
Some of the highlights for the coming month are:
- ‘Sacred Chant Sacred
Silence’
- Rekindling the Fire of
Devotion – a 3 day residential Dance retreat coming up in Mid June
If any information in this newsletter interests you … then
please contact the person listed in the newsletter …. or alternatively
check out:
Y The Babylon Bookshop noticeboard,
Y Listed web-sites ; and
Y ‘The Lotus Centre’ display board or come and talk to
us at Babylon/Lotus Centre
We are finally back on track with the newsletter … thanking
you all for your patience and for continuing to support this community
initiative with a vision towards growth, sharing and helping each
other. The feedback from quite a few
of you has been very encouraging and the new look newsletter seems easier
to navigate, etc etc J
Please send us any information for the next Newsletter to
ensure that a timely e-mail-out can happen. THANK YOU!
As a gentle reminder … if you’d like to contact us at Babylon
Bookshop or The Lotus Centre, please use the
new e-mails listed on the web-sties or at the bottom of this newsletter.
Gradually the existing e-mails will phase out! Thank you J
For today and the coming month … much Divine Love &
Light to you all ... and much Joy, Laughter, Health and Growth … from
Kent & Amanda ...
and from all at Babylon and The Lotus Centre
PS 1. If you have information for the next newsletter please
send it to us early in the last week of the month
PS 2. If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter,
please let us know – to same e-mail address and – so we can take you off
the date base.
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1. Workshops & Events ... in
and around Hobart
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around Hobart … statewide
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Diploma of Metaphysical counselling/Esoteric Science
Introductory Lesson. Decide if
metaphysical counselling is for you & get to know yourself
Lesson 1. Know thyself. The first of 7
Lessons leading to a Dip. Counselling (Metaphysics).
June/July 2007
Contact Paul or Dione: paulanddione@aapt.net.au or 6393
7161 for further information.
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*** Quamby Bluff Mountain Retreat
A relaxing, fun filled weekend exploring
the joy of free self-expression in a beautiful bush setting. Learn how to
change negative thought patterns. Facilitated by Giovi Di
Matteo
Saturday June 9th starting 9.30am until Sunday
June 10th 5pm. 2007
Mountainside - 13185
Lake Highway - Golden
Valley
Please call Giovi on 63911799 or email: giovi@pindariherbfarm.com
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***Medicine
Wheel
This is the foundation of many cultures.
Medicine Wheel is the springboard of power that will allow you to connect
with all the energy of the universe. Where are you on your wheel - your
life path? Come with us on an ancient journey of self discovery as you
learn to use the Medicine Wheel to find not only where you are - but where
you need to go!
SWANSEA - 2
Day Workshop - 7th & 8th July Cost $150. Bookings essential.
For more information or to book please
contact: Julie 62578452 or Richard Littlefeather 0414 457 234 or Lynn on
63826302, Mobile:
0407 409646.
Open Night - Drum
Circle Friday Night
6th July - Ceremony 7.30pm. All
Welcome!!
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***Self
Sufficiency Workshop
Saturday 23rd of June 2007 with Ken
Atherton (9.30 - 4.30 pm).
Discuss, share, & view the facilities at Pindari & learn how you
can adapt to climate change impact learn how to be more self-reliant in
power generation, water management, food & medicine self-reliance.
Pindari herb farm 200
Norwich Drive, (off Pateena
Rd.) Longford.
Further details at: www.pindariherbfarm.com.
Bookings telephone 6391 1799
E-mail: herbs@pindariherbfarm.com. Cost
for the day is $40 (couples $60) please bring lunch.
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in Hobart, or close to …
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KINERGETICS. Demonstration & Seminar, coming to Tasmania soon!
Kinergetics is a
painless, fast, non-invasive method of healing that works on the energy
fields of the body, to effectively alleviate a wide range of health
problems. As with other Kinesiology
systems, Kinergetics uses muscle biofeedback to identify areas of stress
and imbalance or dysfunctional energy systems of the body.
Philip Rafferty
has been involved in Kinesiology since 1981, and was the founding President
of the Touch for Health Association of Victoria. He developed Kinergetics after realizing
he could correct imbalances with healing energy and clear blocks in the
energy fields, which then allowed healing to flow. Philip teaches
Kinergetics in many different countries, and is soon heading for Germany
& New Zealand.
Go to www.ics.com.au for more information,
testimonials, Workshop dates in Hobart.
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*** Rekindling the Fire of Devotion – Dances of Universal
Peace
Tasmanian Winter
Heart Warming 3 Day Residential Dance Retreat … uses simple dance form with
songs of praise from around the world to create greater peace, both within
and without. No prior experience necessary.
Fri 22nd to Mon 25th June 2007. Orana Guide Camp, Roches Beach.
$190 ($175 early bird) which includes 3 night accommodation and vegetarian
meals. Children over 5 y.o. $ 76.
Ph. 62983210
Nicola or Geoffrey or e.nicolabush@bigpond.com
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*** Astrology – Kingston
Classes
beginning shortly. Tim Phillips will
be holding the classes. Ph. 6272
4675. Tim is looking for someone who
can make their home available for the classes.
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*** ‘Sacred Chant Sacred Silence’
One day event of
Chants and songs to energise the body, speech and mind … eclectic mix of
traditional, groove and funk styles celebrating the cycle of life from
birth to death.
An explanation
of the sound and words used, and the meaning & intention of each chant
will be shared. A percentage of
funds raised will be offered to www.lotusoutreach.org.au
for Cambodian women’s education.
When: Sunday, 10th
June at the Lotus Centre. $ 50 / $
40 concession. Children free. 10% off if booked by 31st May.
Bookings: Maggy 0405 469 337
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*** Pranic Healing
Learn the
ancient secrets of energy healing. Regular seminars.
For further
information please call 1300 363 064 website: www.nichealing.com.au
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*** Pathways
to Manhood - Hobart
A contemporary rite of passage transition from boy to man
... for details about the 2007
program contact Ranald Allen: 6223 3204 or 0409 623329.
E-mail: stas@pathwaysfoundation.com.au or register at www.pathwaysfoundation.com.au
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*** Healing Circle
An hour of prayer, music,
meditation and readings to nourish the spirit. Program includes readings chosen
from any of the Holy Books of the world's great religions. Participants are
also invited to offer their own prayers if they wish. Everyone regardless
of belief or background is welcomes to attend. 1st Wednesday of the month 7.30pm - 8.30pm in South Hobart. Contact Angela on 6223 8415 or angelabryan@aapt.net.au .
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New Moon Woman's Circle
… provides a safe space for
women to gather and talk openly, tap into their higher selves, listen to
their hearts, learn from others and connect with their monthly cycle and
the moon. The New Moon
Circle meets every
second new moon at a residence in Kingston. For
more information please call Jane on 0428 402 314 or e-mail: jane.anderson@westnet.com.au
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*** Satyananda Yoga
Please contact the Satyananda
Yoga Centre on 62319 117 for next term’s program.
E-mail: hobart@satyananda.net, visit www.satyananda.net or check out a
copy at the Bookshop notice board.
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*** Introduction to the Chakras
Yoga workshop with Catharine Errey on Sun June 17th, 9.15 am - 4.00 pm at Satyananda Yoga Centre, 30 Patrick St, Hobart.
Cost $70/$60 concession. Enrol at
the Satyananda Yoga Centre on 6231 9117.
Enquiries: Catharine 6239 1822 yoga@tasmail.com
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*** Art as Child's Play Classes
At the Bellerive Community Arts Centre every Friday from 1.30 - 3.30 pm. For information, call Adrienne on 6223 7322.
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*** HANDS OF LIGHT HEALING
Workshops ... 3 hours for $60:
1) Beginning your Path of Enlightenment and Light & 2)
Spirit Guides & Messaging (Part 1&2)
Maximum of 6 per class, or I can work with you on a
"One on One" basis. Please contact Lin on 6297 1663 for details.
Intuitive healings also available.
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*** Weekend Yoga Retreat
At Deep Bay with Fiona McRae and Kathy Rudolf. Both are very experienced yoga teachers.
Friday 1st to Sun 3rd June. At the ‘Niche’ Retreat Centre, Cygnet.
Ph. 6297 8270 Kathy or 0407 942649 Fiona or fi2012@bigpond.net.au $240 or $210
incl. 2 nights & delicious vegetar. meals.
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*** Fine Art & Craft Workshops
Held by Wing Lau. Anyone interested,
ph Wing on 6223 7988. email: wingl@bigpond.com.au
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*** Dorje Ling Retreat Centre, Lorinna Tasmania
Available for solo or group retreats. Contact Anna Crotty on
6363 5178 or Maria on 6234 9404.
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*** Meditation groups
On Tuesdays from 10 am - 11.30 am and Thursdays from 7 pm - 8.30 pm weekly. Please phone Joy on 0415 416 168 for
details.
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*** Reiki Exchange
On Wednesday evenings at South Hobart. Phone Joanna on 6224 2654.
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*** Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centre
Regular events include various levels of yoga courses
(foundation to advanced); positive thinking course, weekend workshops and World
Meditation Hour 3rd Sunday of every month. Please call the Centre on 6278
3788 for detailed information and bookings.
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*** Siddha Yoga Meditation
Chanting and Meditation group. All welcome. Ph 6248 8247
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*** Astrology and Tarot courses. Call Matt
on 0416039695
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*** Living Yoga Children's Yoga Dance
At Weeroona Yoga Studio, North Hobart. Adult courses in Hatha & Raja Yogas for adults 6 weeks
for children, Beginners, Continuation & Intermediate levels 3&4 yr
olds attending with an adult participating and after school for primary
ages 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Primary school ages 5-10. Ph Roslyn (Satyamukhi) on 0439 995655, e-mail : roslyn@southcom.com.au.
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*** WomanSong
Voices for peace women's singing group welcomes singers at
Women Tasmania, Macquarie St at 12.30 - 2.00 pm Thursdays and some Wednesdays. Contact: Jo on 6257 7520 or
Rebecca on 0408 102 919 or e-mail- becfitz@hotmail.com
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*** Theosophical Society of Hobart -
Introductory Courses in Theosophy held when there is enough interest. Enq: ph
62314454.
Regular public meetings: Mondays 8.00 pm. Wednesday discussion group 10.30 am. 13
Goulburn Street, Hobart. Kingston
Group meets the 2nd Saturday of each month 1.30pm at the Kingborough Community
Centre, John Street, Kingston. For
detailed information, phone the above number or visit the website on: www.theosophicaltas.websyte.com.au
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*** Kingston Meditation Group
Meet Thursdays 2-3pm. Phone 6211 8520 or call in to the
Kingston Community Health Centre
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*** Course in Miracles Discussion Group
Phone Adrienne Godsmark 6223 7322 or email: seriousplay@optusnet.com.au
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*** Pagan Alliance
Meets every first Thursday of the month upstairs at the New Sydney Hotel at 6.00 pm. All
welcome. Ask at the bar if you have difficulty finding the room.
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*** Earth Healing Meditations
Lenah Valley. Wednesday
fortnight. Phone 6228 5796
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2. Workshops, events, therapies at 'The Lotus Centre'
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New at The Lotus Centre / Babylon Bookshop
J We
very pleased to announce that Rebecca Chugg started as a massage therapist
at the Lotus Centre. She will work
mainly from the one of the beautifully renovated rooms at Level 1 and party
also from Anthony’s room.
Some of us at the Lotus Centre have had the joy of experiencing a massage
from Rebecca and can highly recommend her.
All the very best to you and your work Rebecca.
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a. workshops ....
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*** Reiki Tummo Weekend (Sat 7th to Tues 10th
July)
Learn in-depth
about Reiki & discover more about your heart, the spiritual heart, the
seat of our pure consciousness or true self.
Reiki Tummo
workshops teach profoundly and with much depth and care about energy
channelling for self-healing and for healing to helping others, close ones
around us or clients.
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Reiki Tummo is
also a unique tool to lead us to that inner part of ourselves that allows
us to truely 'follow our heart' more.
Our hearts are the
centre of feeling and deep feeling of peace, calmness, joy and compassion
or love for others are from our heart and can bee deepened as we are
improving the connection to our hearts.
As our hearts open more, our ability to channel to others, to help others
also greatly improves. Reiki Tummo
Level 1 & 2 benefits / content are:
Reiki Tummo - Level 1: Crown and Heart Chakra activation
(Saturday)
* Attunement to
channel Divine Energy
* Cleansing and
Activating Chakras and Energy Channels
* Steps to
opening the Heart
Reiki Tummo - Level 2: Better connection to Divine and Earth
Energies (Sunday)
* Heart
meditations and prayers for further and deeper heart opening
* Main Energy
channel opened completely
* Full, instant
and safe Kundalini awakening
* Further practice
for opening and using the Heart for meditation, spiritual advancement and
in daily life.
Reiki Tummo – Level 3a: (Mon 9 – 5:30) W’shop details are on
the web-site.
Meditation Workshop (Tues 9 – 1:30) & Meditation
Workshop (Tues 2 – 7pm)
For more info contact The Lotus Centre or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au or
contact 0430 282 073 (Amanda) or e-mail: reikitummo@bigpond.com
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Qi Gong
.... is literally the study and maintenance of our vital
energy or Chi or Qi. Regular practice of these gentle and flowing movements
enhances health, vitality of both body and mind and is ideal for stress
management. Other benefits are
quietening of the mind, improvement of body posture, balance and assistance
with pain relieve and more.
The classes are
presently on a Wednesday at 2pm. Cost: $15 per session. Suitable for all
ages, kindergarten children to 80 y.o. & over.
Reg
McKellar-Spence has been a tutor for Adult Ed and private classes for over
30 years. For any further details
please call Reg on 6295 1008 or 0439 038762. E-mail: rms@brine.com.au
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Shiatsu – Workshop ‘Pamper yourself’
Experience this popular
& effective Japanese energy-balancing body work technique in a
beautiful and peaceful environment at The
Lotus Centre and:
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enough knowledge for self-treatment and partner treatment
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your feeling of calmness, wellbeing and inner connectedness through gentle
yet deep acupressure / shiatsu sessions throughout the afternoon
Join by yourself
or bring a friend. Shiatsu massage
is practices fully dressed. It is often experienced deep and deeply
relaxing. When: Sunday 27th
of May. 1pm to 4.30 pm. Ph Klaus on 6231 9669 or 0419 440123 or
contact The Lotus Centre. $45
($35 conc.)
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b. events (regular )
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*** HEART MEDITATION
At 7:30 pm Monday evening (PLEASE note the changed time J) …. and 3x daytime each week: each Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 1.30pm to approx. 2.15/2:30pm.
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Experience meditation with the
heart and being more 'in the heart.'
Often a deeply peaceful and joyful experience; for beginners and
experienced meditators alike. Small groups, $5.00 donation to cover room
costs. In the Lotus Room, 1st floor (Monday eve on 2nd
floor).
Casual attendance, no need to
book. All welcome. For more information, please ring The Lotus Centre on
6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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*** YOGA
JJJ All main yoga
sessions will on hold during the School Holidays with new classes starting
on Monday 18th of June JJJ. The new main
times for term 3 are below:
* Yoga from the Heart with Clare Raffety
Monday 9:30 - 11am (Level 1&2); Tuesday 7:15 – 8:45pm (Level 2) Wednesday 9:30 - 11am (Level 3) & 11.30 – 12.30 (Back Care&Level 1); and Thursdays 5.30 - 7.00pm (Level 1) & 7:15 – 8:45pm (Level 2).
Phone 6227 8941 or visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
* Yoga with Leeanne Cody
Monday evenings 5.30 - 7.00pm (All levels), Tuesday 5.30 - 7.00pm (Level 1)); Wednesdays at 5.30 - 7.00pm (General/Dynamic Vinyasa flow) also Wed 4 to 5pm (kids yoga;
preregistration essential). Phone
Lee on 0417 319 046.
* Yoga with Klaus Baur
Friday 4.15 - 5.45pm (Level 1 – 2; also for Level 3**). Phone 0419 440123 or 6231 9669 B/H. **
who focus on meditation and spiritual learning.
*** Yoga Schedule – For a current Yoga Schedule /
timetable and any Yoga updates you can also visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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NEW in JUNE ….
*** Winter Warming Hatha Yoga with Katie
Come and warm your wintry bones
with Yoga… in
Hobart for a precious time of three weeks in June. The classes will be both strengthening
and relaxing in the postures and movement we practice. Katie lives and teaches in Byron Bay for most of the year.
Classes will also include Pranayama
(yogic breathing techniques) and meditation…bound to warm you up in your
heart and body! Suitable for beginners and more practiced students! Please
wear clothes you can comfortably move in.
TUESDAY 5TH JUNE. 3.30 -5:00pm (afternoon class)
WEDNESDAY: 6TH : 7:15- 8:30 pm (evening class)
THURSDAY: 7TH 3.30- 5:00pm (afternoon class)
TUESDAY 12TH 3.30- 5:00pm (afternoon class)
WEDNESDAY 13TH 7:15-8:45 pm (evening class)
THURSDAY 14TH 3:30- 5:00pm
(afternoon class)
TUESDAY 19th 3:30-5:00pm (afternoon class)
All Classes $15 Enquiries
welcome: Ph. 04219 73581. Private tuition available. Or
katie_stackhouse@yahoo.com.au
… www.katiestackhouse.com
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*** Therapeutic Lohan Qigong ( Chi Kung )
With Reg McKellar-Spence - every
Wednesday from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Ph. 62 95 1008 or
0439 038762 (Reg) or E-mail: rms@tadaust.org.au
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*** JOURNEY to the HEART
Women’s Healing Circle – Healing happens when we create the right
environment for it. For the woman who wants to seek her own authority, her
own authentic life, who seeks to find and to live from her own deeper
knowing. Guided meditations, sharing stories, music, drawing.
Weekly Circles: 4 week courses Starting February
22nd. $80
Lovingly guided by Cindy
Aulby (03) 6224 3211 email: cindyaulby@iinet.net.au
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*** Reiki Tummo Practice Evening
At 6pm on Friday in Room 3 ‘The Lotus Room’. at
‘The Lotus Centre’, 45 Victoria Street, Hobart. $5 Donation.
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c. therapies
A range of holistic, alternative therapies
available at The Lotus Centre:
1. Remedial Massage and Reiki with Anthony Bone (0408
132562)
2. Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage with Jackie Pisera (0423
482125); jackabean@hotmail.com
3. Shiatsu Therapy with Klaus Baur
(0419 440123)
klaus will be on professional development leave from 29/5 to 17/6 ….
4. NEW … Massage with
Rebecca 6231 9669 or 0405 370348.
To book a session, for all practitioners
contact The Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or
For any further information about the modality / therapy, it
is best to contact the practitioners directly.
Some practitioners also offer a mobile service. Please contact the practitioner directly
for any details and cost.
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3. Miscellaneous
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*** Rooms available for rent for both:
A. Workshops (regular events & one-off or weekend)
B. Practitioners (on a casual or full time basis)
(Fully renovated rooms or current normal rooms, at reduced rates)
Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or
contact us on 6231 9669 (B/H) for further information.
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… to share …
"'You
are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have
a right to be here. And whether or
not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
With all broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.' Desiderata
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