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    ReQuest: Weekend Refresher

    Life moves quickly. Perhaps it’s been a while since your program at Quest, you’ve faced new challenges, or you simply feel ready to reconnect with yourself and the powerful strategies that once made such a difference.

    About the Program

    ReQuest: Weekend Refresher has been created especially for past participants of our 5-day residential programs. This is your opportunity to return to Quest, immerse yourself in the peace and beauty of our Bundanoon sanctuary, and strengthen the tools that support resilience, clarity, and wellbeing in everyday life. The program is led by Petrea King, whose warmth, insight and guidance make this a truly special weekend.

    Over time, the challenges of daily life can sometimes dim the impact of the powerful practices and strategies you learnt during your 5-day program. The ReQuest Refresher is a chance to:

    • Reconnect with the Quest community and the sense of belonging it brings.
    • Re-engage with the evidence-based tools that foster emotional resilience and inner calm.
    • Further deepen your understanding of strategies for health, healing, and happiness.
    • Return to a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment, where you can once again savour the amazing, healthy meals lovingly prepared to nourish body and soul.

    Program Dates

    9-11 Oct 2026

    Program Payment Options

    Flexible payment options are available, including Buy Now Pay Later plans, so you can access our programs when you need them most. You can book your place by submitting the form below.

    Payment Options

    NDIS Funding

    If you are being funded by the NDIS click here for Pricing and how to register.

    Venue

    Quest for Life Centre, 13-33 Ellsmore Road
    Bundanoon NSW 2578 - Google Maps

    A Rare Opportunity:
    Facilitated by Petrea King

    This weekend will be especially memorable, as it will be facilitated by Petrea King, Quest’s Founder and CEO. She will bring her wisdom, compassion, and decades of experience in guiding people through life’s most difficult challenges.

    Join us as Petrea and the Quest facilitation team offer practical strategies that will re-inspire and reinvigorate your journey. The ReQuest: Weekend Refresher retreat is always a special gathering – places will fill quickly. Book early, as spots are limited!

    What to Expect

    Across the weekend you’ll enjoy a balanced blend of reflection, discussion, and practice, all designed to help you feel grounded and revitalised. You’ll:

    • Revisit the practical strategies that supported you during your 5-day program.
    • Learn fresh insights to apply these strategies to current challenges.
    • Share stories and reconnect with others who understand the Quest experience.
    • Experience guided meditations, gentle movement, and nourishing practices.

    All of this unfolds against the backdrop of Quest’s tranquil gardens and peaceful surrounds – the perfect setting to breathe deeply, reset, and restore your inner balance.

    And of course, you’ll be nourished with delicious, wholesome food that reflects Quest’s SLOW food philosophy.

    Program Outcomes

    • Excited, rather than overwhelmed by life
    • Deeper understanding of neuroplasticity and the brain’s ability to change
    • Equipped with tools and strategies for remaining calm during change
    • A greater respect for an individual’s ‘story’
    • Feeling empowered in challenging circumstances

    Return to Quest for a weekend of renewal, connection and wisdom with three of our most experienced facilitators.

    Program inclusions

    • Friday Arrival 2-3pm. Dinner, accommodation, welcome session and workbook.
    • Saturday breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, accommodation and all sessions
    • Sunday Departure after lunch. Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, and all sessions.

    Reconnect with old friends and rediscover the peace of mind and clarity that comes from stepping back into Quest’s nurturing embrace.

    Arrival and Departure

    • Friday Arrival 2-3pm. Dinner, accommodation, welcome session and workbook.
    • Saturday breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, accommodation and all sessions
    • Sunday Departure after lunch. Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, and all sessions.
    • Plenty of onsite parking is available
    • You can be picked up and dropped at the Bundanoon train station (Country Link trains stop at Bundanoon)
    • Best trains to catch (book well in advance)
      - From Sydney Central Station Depart 12.01pm
      - From Canberra Kingston Depart 11.55am

    Extend your Stay

    Why not take a little extra time for yourself before your program? You’re welcome to stay for one or several nights at the Quest for Life Centre in beautiful Bundanoon to help you fully relax, settle in, and make the most of your experience.

    You are welcome to arrive early to gently ease into the program by enjoying the peaceful surroundings: wander through our tranquil gardens, enjoy nourishing meals at Bundanoon’s local cafés and restaurants, and explore the charm of the Southern Highlands at your own pace. To arrange your extended stay, simply indicate on the form below or call our Programs team on 1300 941 488 — they’ll be happy to assist.

    Delicious meals and snacks

    • We serve delicious freshly prepared meals using the principles of SLOW – Seasonal, Locally-sourced, Organic, Wholefood as far as possible. The Quest veggie garden supplies seasonal produce.
    • Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Vegan are no problem! Our chef can work with allergies and intolerances as listed with prior notice - all special dietary requirements can be discussed with the Program Advisor at the time of booking.
    • Breakfast is served from (8.30-9.30am), Lunch (1-2pm), Dinner (6-7pm)
    • Freshly pressed juices are served for morning and afternoon tea along with delicious snacks.
    • Teas, coffee, filtered water and fresh fruit are available at any time.
    • Please note that the Quest for Life Centre maintains an environment that is alcohol and non-prescription drug free. A participant will need to leave the program if found to be drug or alcohol affected.

    Accessibility

    Discuss any accessibility or mobility requirements with the Program Adviser when you book in. Quest has a wheelchair accessible room/ensuite.

    Enquire or book into this program

    You can call between 9.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday on 1300 941 488 to speak to a Program Advisor or complete the form below and we will be in contact.

    What previous attendees have said:

    “I really appreciate the thought, care and love that goes to everything at Quest and the holistic nature of the program. It’s a step away from the world to regather and restore.” – Jenny

    “It was so good to be ‘home’”. – Michael

    “The facilitators were calm, wise and allowed space for whatever came into the room. I felt heard and supported emotionally.” – Georgina

    “Quest is a place of tranquillity, a space where I found peace in the beautiful, natural surroundings. I felt the outer noise of the world and the inner chatter of my mind stop in the pause, I could see much more clearly the path to take in my life. I am so grateful to Petrea and Wendie for founding Quest for Life and providing this nurturing, safe place of healing.” – Georgina