This event isn’t just for the adults; children will be enthralled by an array of exciting activities specially tailored for them. From engaging workshops to entertaining games, they’ll be immersed in an atmosphere of adventure and discovery. With something for everyone, this festival promises to be the perfect day out for the entire family.

FREE PARKING

Great news! Free parking will be available again this year! We heard you, and we’re thrilled to bring back complimentary parking for all attendees. No need to worry about parking tickets or finding a spot—just arrive and enjoy the event hassle-free. We can’t wait to see you there!

What to Expect:

Vibrant Atmosphere: Dance to the exhilarating beats of Salsa and Bachata, spun by the incredible and sensual DJ Corazon—who’s also taking requests for your favourite tracks!

Fun & Exciting Workshop: Kick off the evening with a lively, fun and laughter-filled dance workshop, perfect for dancers, singles and all levels. Learn new moves and get energised for the party!

Breathtaking Views: Soak in the stunning beach and sunset scenery as you dance the evening away.

Great Vibes: Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a total beginner, you’ll love the friendly and festive atmosphere.

Refreshments: Cool off with a drink or enjoy delicious finger food between dances.

We’re committed to a fun, welcoming, and safe space for everyone. Please look after your wellbeing, your drinks, and your belongings, and treat others with kindness and respect. Unsafe or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated. For everyone’s safety, we reserve the right to remove anyone whose behaviour puts others at risk. Thank you for helping us create a beautiful and safe community vibe.

Event run by: Dance Amor – Bachata Dance Class, Salsa Adelaide Dance Studio + Wedding Dance.
Organisers: Oscar Castellanos & Getty Le

Presented by the African Music and Cultural Festival (AMCF), Australia’s largest and longest-running African cultural festival, BWAF will transform Hargreaves Mall into a lively African village experience filled with music, dance, food and culture.

What to expect:
• Live African music and cultural performances
• Traditional drumming, dance, acrobatics & stilt walkers
• Interactive drumming and dance workshops
• African fashion, storytelling & market stalls
• Family-friendly activities including face painting
• Some of Victoria’s best African street food

Featuring headline performances by internationally celebrated ensemble Sun of Africa and traditional West African cultural group Foday & The Culture Keepers.

Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo
Saturday 1 August 2026
10am – 8pm
FREE ENTRY

Bring your family and friends and celebrate culture, community and connection this winter in Bendigo!

Designed to inspire curious minds of all ages, this popular festival event brings together local organisations, environmental groups and activity providers to create an exciting space where children and families can play, learn and discover more about the Great Barrier Reef and the unique marine environment that surrounds the Whitsundays!

From creative activities and interactive displays to games, challenges and hands-on experiences, there’s plenty to keep the kids entertained while learning about the reef in a fun and engaging way.

Parents can relax and enjoy the festival atmosphere with the Festival Bar open from 12pm and a range of food vendors available all morning and throughout the afternoon.

Drawing upon ancient Vedic wisdom and modern neuroscience, this course reveals how meditation, Ayurveda, and Vastu (the science of harmonious environments) work together to support mental clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. You will learn how to integrate daily meditative and contemplative routines that align with natural cycles and the body’s innate intelligence.

What You’ll Learn:

The origins, techniques, and teaching methods of Vedic Meditation

The role of Ayurveda for the Mind and its connection to mental well-being

Ayurvedic Psychology: understanding mental health through the lens of doshas and lifestyle

Self-enquiry (Atma-vichara): the direct path to Self-realisation in Jnana Yoga

Vedic Spiritual Counselling: offering guidance rooted in ancient wisdom and modern therapeutic principles

Practical tools for integrating meditation, Ayurveda, and self-inquiry into personal practice and client sessions

Why This Course Matters:
Vedic Meditation and Ayurvedic Psychology together provide a deeply holistic approach to mental and emotional health, addressing not just symptoms but root causes. The practices taught in this training help:

Reduce stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue

Improve focus, creativity, and emotional resilience

Support spiritual growth and self-awareness

Enhance counselling skills with ancient, time-tested methods

Align mind, body, and environment for greater harmony

Who Should Attend:
Yoga and meditation teachers, mental health practitioners, wellness coaches, spiritual counsellors, and anyone seeking a profound personal or professional deepening in meditation and Ayurveda.

Delivery Options:

Face-to-Face: Immerse yourself in the serene BIYOME campus setting

Online Recordings: Access course content anytime, anywhere

Join this rare opportunity to deepen your understanding of the mind and spirit through the union of Vedic wisdom and modern application.
You can get more details from this page.
https://biyome.com.au/cpd-pages/cpd25-vedic-meditation-ayurvedic-psychology-spiritual-counselling/

Ample parking, with easy access
Kits, supplies and equipment available
Buy your entry ticket online now

Please note, entry tickets are not day specific, but class bookings are. We recommend booking ahead to secure your spot.

You will explore:

The history and philosophy of pranayama, including its 3500-year-old roots in the Rg Veda.

The latest scientific findings on breathing and its effects on health, resilience, and neuroplasticity.

Correct breathing techniques to optimise vagus nerve function, enhance relaxation, and improve heart rate variability.

How to identify and address common breathing malocclusions (e.g., deviated septum, nasal collapse, poor diaphragm function).

The role of nasal breathing, breath-holding (kumbhaka), and extended exhalations (rechaka) in managing anxiety, sleep disorders, asthma, and other conditions.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:

Understand the physiological, psychological, and structural effects of breathing on the human body.

Be able to assess breathing patterns and teach corrective techniques.

Integrate pranayama into yoga therapy programs for both individual and group clients.

Apply evidence-based breathing practices for stress reduction, mental health improvement, and overall well-being.

Special Highlights:

Learn the importance of breathing frequency (0.1Hz / 6 breaths per minute) and its impact on the autonomic nervous system.

Discover Dr Sundar Balasubramanian’s research on pranayama and its role in saliva quality, tumour suppression, and cancer symptom management.

Explore ancient breathing practices across cultures – Yogic, Zen, Native American, Taoist, and Christian meditative traditions.

Experience guided practices that reshape facial bones and improve airway capacity over time.

Course Format:

Duration: 4 days (Friday to Monday)

Daily Schedule: 9:00 am –5:00 pm (AEST, Brisbane)

Delivery Options: Live online via Zoom or in person (Brisbane), with recordings available for later access.

Next Date Offered:
Friday 28 August – Monday 31 August 2026

Venue / Host:
BioMedical Institute of Yoga and Meditation (BIYOME)
Brisbane, Australia (Online option available)
You get more information from this page:
https://biyome.com.au/cpd-pages/cpd18-yoga-therapy-pranayama-science-of-breathing/

Festival goers can expect to see a variety of music genres, including drum and bass, progressive trance, tech house, breaks, dubstep, psytrance, base music and more. Featuring some of the freshest acts from around the world alongside Australia’s finest talent. A truly magical experience, Mushroom Valley offers a chance to escape from the pressures in our day-to-day lives and connect with like minded people, in a safe and truly awe inspiring natural environment, set in a beautiful location by the O’Connell River, under the clear blue sky.

The festival has a vast range of creative activities, dance, theatre discussion, conscious sound healing and an amazing healing space to provide a place for growth and personal wellbeing.  We have an amazing art space where artists from around the country portray their unique talents for you. In an increasingly fast and demanding world, the festival is created to provide a place to nurture oneself, communicate ideas, find personal power and increase wellbeing through a variety of multi concurrent holistic activities designed to expand the mind, awaken the spirit and heal the soul.

– Free entry.
– Come for the day, lots to see and do.
– Woytopia is easy to get to by public transport.

Since the venue is a school, there are some ground rules:
– no dogs
– no bikes or scooters onsite (park them outside)
– no smoking or vaping
– no alcohol
– and no space ships

Still heaps of learning, variety and fun

Keep up to date on Woytopia by liking our Facebook page.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Facilitator: Anita Cassidy Bowman – renowned sound-healing teacher with decades of experience.

This 2-day educational and immersive retreat blends the science of sound therapy with the ancient wisdom of vibrational medicine. You will learn hands-on tuning-fork techniques for stress release, emotional balance, and holistic well-being while enjoying restorative meditation and nature immersion.

Highlights
• Metaphysical & scientific foundations of sound healing
• Practical tuning-fork applications for clinical and personal use
• Guided sound journeys and meditation in a serene bushland setting
• Suitable for health professionals, therapists, yoga and meditation teachers, and seekers of personal renewal

Investment: $555 (includes all retreat activities)