SIBA Retreat Centre

09/08/2026

We’re delighted to invite you to our 30th Annual Calm Abiding Meditation Retreat—a special milestone marking three decades of coming together to practise, learn and share the Buddha’s teachings.

Guided by Lama Choedak Rinpoche, this 10-day residential retreat offers a precious opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and immerse yourself in:

✨ Calm abiding (shamatha) meditation
✨ Daily Buddhist teachings
✨ Mindfulness, clarity and inner peace
✨ Supportive community and practice
✨ The peaceful natural surroundings of SIBA Retreat Centre

No previous meditation experience is necessary—all are warmly welcome.

🏕️ Accommodation options include camping, shared rooms and private rooms. Places and accommodation are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

👉 Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/30th-annual-10-day-meditation-retreat

Know someone who might be interested?
Please share this invitation with family, friends and anyone who may appreciate some time for meditation, reflection and spiritual renewal.

We look forward to welcoming old friends and new practitioners to this very special 30th anniversary retreat. 🌿

With warm wishes,
The Tibetan Buddhist Society of Canberra



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27/07/2026

Calm abiding is the foundation of the Buddhist path. By gently settling the mind, we cultivate clarity, stability and the conditions for wisdom to arise.

Join us at SIBA for a 10-Day Calm Abiding Retreat under the expert guidance of Lama Choedak Rinpoche. This is a rare opportunity to deepen your meditation practice in the supportive environment of retreat.

Registration is now open:
https://events.humanitix.com/30th-annual-10-day-meditation-retreat

24/07/2026

VOLUNTEERING AT SIBA - is more than lending a hand—it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive community while experiencing the peaceful rhythm of retreat life.

You'll receive on-site training and work alongside a friendly team supporting our annual 10-Day Calm Abiding Meditation Retreat.

Whether you're helping in the kitchen, preparing accommodation, or assisting with event logistics, your contribution makes a real difference.

📍 W Tree, East Gippsland
📅 25 September – 5 October 2026

MORE INFO or to APPLY >> sakya.com.au/volunteer/ -volunteering

24/07/2026

**The benefits of Calm Abiding Meditation **

Life can feel busy, noisy, and full of distractions. Calm Abiding Meditation offers us a way to slow down, settle the mind, and reconnect with the present moment.

This Buddhist meditation practice gently trains our attention and helps us develop greater awareness of our thoughts and emotions without needing to follow every thought that appears.

With regular practice, Calm Abiding Meditation may support:

🌿 a calmer, more settled mind
🌿 greater clarity and focus
🌿 improved emotional balance
🌿 reduced stress and overwhelm
🌿 more patience, kindness, and presence in everyday life

A few quiet moments each day can become the beginning of a meaningful change. 🙏



Learn more and register:
https://sakya.com.au/10-day-calm-abiding-meditation-retreat/

15/07/2026

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - every successful retreat is supported by dedicated volunteers working behind the scenes.

From preparing meals and caring for accommodation to helping create a calm and welcoming environment, your contribution allows retreat participants to fully immerse themselves in ten days of meditation and teachings.

📅 25 September – 5 October 2026
📍 SIBA Retreat Centre, East Gippsland

On-site training and ongoing support are provided throughout the retreat.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you.

MORE INFO or to APPLY >> sakya.com.au/volunteer/ -volunteering

07/07/2026

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS - for SIBA's 30th Annual 10-Day Meditation Retreat

Would you like to be part of something meaningful?

We're looking for volunteers to support our 30th Annual 10-Day Meditation Retreat from 25 September – 5 October 2026 at SIBA Retreat Centre, East Gippsland.

Volunteer roles include:
🍲 Kitchen support
🧺 Housekeeping & laundry
🌱 Garden maintenance
📦 General event assistance

You'll work alongside a friendly team while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of retreat life and receiving exposure to Tibetan Buddhist teachings.

If you're physically capable, enjoy working as part of a team, and would like to contribute to this special event, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 MORE INFO or to APPLY >> sakya.com.au/volunteer/ -volunteering

01/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE - 30 Years of Meditation at SIBA - join us as we celebrate the 30th Annual 10-Day Meditation Retreat at SIBA Retreat Centre.

Guided by Lama Choedak Rinpoche, this retreat welcomes both beginners and experienced practitioners seeking deeper calm, clarity, and insight.

📅 25 September – 5 October 2026
📍 SIBA Retreat Centre, East Gippsland

Book early to secure your place.

MORE INFO or to BOOK >> google search 30th Annual 10-Day Meditation Retreat

The greatest way to experience meditation is through a retreat. Join this popular 10-day Calm Abiding Meditation retreat led by Lama Choedak Rinpoche.

29/06/2026

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31/03/2026

ANNUAL TAI CHI & MEDITATION RETREAT - Join us for our 18th Tai Chi & Meditation Retreat at SIBA in beautiful East Gippsland.

🗓 Saturday 11 April (5pm) – Wednesday 15 April 2026 (12:30pm)
🧘 The weekend after Easter

Led by the experienced team at , this cherished retreat offers a rare opportunity to slow down, deepen your practice, and reconnect — with your body, your breath, and a supportive community.

Through guided Tai Chi sessions and meditation practice, you’ll cultivate balance, clarity and calm in a peaceful natural setting.

Places are limited and this retreat fills quickly each year.

Secure your place now and discover why so many participants return year after year:

🔗 https://taichiacademy.com.au/workshop-tai-chi-meditation-retreat/

17/03/2026

Sanga members anticipating the arrival of His Holiness 43rd Sakya Trizin to begin the 6 day retreat here at SIBA 🙏 the rain is getting heavier ☔️ not long now