FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS …
WHY DID YOU START HEARTLAND?
We started Heartland in order to offer people a place where they could feel safe; and work on any problem or situation they had in their life within a beautiful environment. We did it mindful that everyone appreciates fine food, cleanliness, service, safety and all those little touches that make going away special – but not everyone can either afford five star luxury (or wants to pay for it).
So we try to offer the very best of both worlds.
WHY ALL THE BUDDHA’S EVERYWHERE? ARE YOU BUDDHIST?
No we’re not.
The sculptures and paintings of the Buddha’s are representations of peace and bliss.
IS HEARTLAND A CHRISTIAN RETREAT?
No, not in the orthodox sense; but yes, we follow the universal teachings of Jesus.
We don’t see Jesus as a saviour, but rather as a World Teacher.
WHY IS HEARTLAND CHEAPER THAN OTHER RETREATS?
There are four answers.
Firstly, we’re not ‘glitzy’ but more homely, more like a big friendly ‘b&b”.
Secondly, because we want to be of service to everyone – not just those people who can afford several thousand dollar stays.
Thirdly, we don’t have the high administrative overheads of most retreats.
Lastly, we’re not profit-driven (although naturally we do need to cover costs, plan developments for the comfort of guests and still be able to offer help to humanitarian projects across the globe).
DO GUESTS HAVE THEIR OWN ROOM?
Yes, with air conditioning, heating and quality furnishings (including double or king-single commercially laundered ensembles).
DO GUESTS HAVE TO TAKE PART IN THE PROGRAMS YOU RUN?
Certainly not.
You can simply lounge around the library – or even spend the week in the Art Shed!
All workshops and activities are optional.
WHAT DO YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY AT HEARTLAND?
You enjoy your own private room with shared bathroom facilities (one double room with ensuite is available for couples or those requiring extra privacy).
All meals, all workshops both on self-empowerment and healing, all talks, daily meditations and mantras, all art and creative classes are all included in our special package prices.
WHAT IS A SPIRITUAL RETREAT?
It’s a place where you can refocus, heal, empower yourself, connect to the Divine ‘within” – and generally have a good time without having to agree to any dogma.
WHICH AIRPORT DO YOU PICK UP FROM?
We can arrange transfers from Brisbane & Sunshine Coast (Maroochy) Airports
We can also arrange pick up from Coach and Rail stations.
CAN WE COME ANYTIME?
Our Programs start on a set day, generally on a Monday. We run programs often fortnightly because they’re so popular.
IS HEARTLAND NEAR SHOPS?
Gympie is about 8kms away and boasts 5 supermarkets, Big W, Harvey Norman, Lincraft, Bunnings, etc….
DOES HEARTLAND HAVE A POOL, TENNIS COURT AND SAUNA?
Yes, we do have a 4-person far-infrared sauna and a large salt-water pool for you to relax in the cool. Instead of a tennis court we have a macadamia orchard, a donkey sanctuary and walks across almost endless rolling green hills.
We are a continually “developing” retreat.
IS HEARTLAND A CULT?
Good grief, no!
We are totally opposed to cults.
You couldn’t even join us if you wanted to!
There’s nothing to join to.