Australian Retreats
New South Wales
 Sydney - Anderledy Lodge
The Sisters of St Joseph offer accommodation to tourists and pilgrims at their conveniently situated guesthouse in North Sydney, not far from the Sydney Harbour Bridge and with easy transport connections to the city. Accommodation packages are available and bookings are essential. Continental breakfast and free car parking are provided. Mary Mackillop Place is nearby where guests can visit the tomb of Mary Mackillop, as well as the museum and bookshop and enjoy a cappuccino in the Sister's café.
Anderledy Lodge
80 William Street
North Sydney NSW 2060
Tel: (02) 8912 4800
Email: Anderledy.Reservations@sosj.org.au
Website: www.mackillopfoundation.org.au
 Jamberoo - Jamberoo Benedictine Abbey
The Benedictine sisters of Jamberoo Abbey were the subject of the ABC television series The Abbey, in which cameras documented the experiences of five women living the life of a Benedictine nun for five weeks. The Abbey is situated in beautiful mountainous bushland in the Southern Highlands, 110 kilometres south of Sydney. Comfortable, self-contained cottages are available for those who wish to make a retreat or spend some quiet days.
Jamberoo Benedictine Abbey
Cottage Bookings
695 Jamberoo Mountain Road
Jamberoo NSW 2533
Tel: (02) 4236 0533
Fax: (02) 4236 0533
Email: cottageretreats@bigpond.com
Website: www.jamberooabbey.org.au
 Wangi Wangi – Anawim Retreat Centre
Anawim Prayer and Retreat Centre, a ministry of the Sisters of St Joseph, Lochinvar, is situated on the Wangi Wangi peninsula on the western shores of Lake Macquarie, near Newcastle and the New South Wales Central Coast. The natural beauty and quiet of the surroundings encourage relaxation and reflection, while the lakeshore and nearby bushland reserve provide opportunities for easy walking. A ten metre swimming pool is available for exercise and relaxation. Anawim provides single accommodation for 6, shared accommodation for 8, and a self-contained hermitage.
Anawim Prayer and Retreat Centre
16 Wangi Point Road
Wangi Wangi N.S.W. 2267.
Tel: (02) 4975 1436
Fax: (02) 4975 3831
e-mail: jflynn@hunterlink.net.au
Website: www.ssjl.org.au
Western Australia
New Norcia
New Norcia is Australia's only monastic town, and is situated 130 kilometres north of Perth. The town was established by the Benedictine Order, whom offers hospitality to those wishing to make a retreat, by way of their monastery hotel and guesthouse. Guests can join in celebrating Mass with the monks and join in prayer in their private chapel. Meals and car parking are available. Separate accommodation in the St Ildephonsus Cottage is available for families and small groups of up to 7 people. Take home some delicious New Norcia Nutcake from the New Norcia bakehouse!
New Norcia Monastery Hotel
New Norcia WA 6509
Tel: (08) 9654 8034
Fax: (08) 9654 8011
Email: hotel@newnorcia.comwww.newnorcia.com
Website: www.newnorcia.com
New Norcia Benedictine Guesthouse
New Norcia WA 6509
Tel: (08) 9654 8002
Fax: (08) 9654 8097
Email: guesthouse@newnorcia.com
Website: www.newnorcia.com
South Australia
 Sevenhill - Sevenhill Retreat Centre
The Sevenhill Retreat Centre is part of an extensive rural estate burrowed into the rolling green hills of the Clare Valley. The Jesuit owned Sevenhill Vineyard and Cellars, the oldest winery in South Australia, forms part of the complex. This peaceful place is open to those of all faiths (and none) for days of silent meditation and live-in retreats of up to 30 days. All meals are served and car parking is available.
Sevenhill Retreat Centre
Sevenhill SA 5453
Tel: (08) 8843 4062
Fax: (08) 8843 4235
Email: sevenhill@cis.jesuit.org.au
Website: www.cis.jesuit.org.au
Queensland
 Canungra - St Joseph's Hermitage
Nestled in a national park amongst vineyards, dairy farms and banana plantations, the Shrine of Our Lady Help of Christians is a hidden treasure. The Pauline Fathers welcome pilgrims for retreats, daily Mass (sometimes celebrated outdoors) and days of reflection. Pilgrims can follow a magnificent Calvary of fourteen life size Stations of the Cross and pray before dedicated shrines. Accommodation is available in simple, rustic cabins which are scattered throughout the property.
St Joseph's Hermitage
Beechmont Road
Canungra Qld 4275
Tel: (07) 5533 3378
Email: marianvalley@bigpond.com
Website: www.marianvalley.org
Victoria
 Yarra Glen - Tarrawarra Abbey
Tarrawarra is situated within 400 hectares of lush farmland amongst the rolling orchards of the Yarra Valley. Monks known as Trappists welcome visitors to the monastic guesthouse to follow a program of prayer and retreat, with the opportunity of joining them for the Liturgy of The Hours.
Tarrawarra Abbey
659 Healesville Road
Yarra Glen Vic 3775
Tel: (03) 9730 1306 (between 0900 and 1700)
Fax: (03) 9730 1749
Email: abbey.guests@bigpond.com
Website: www.cistercian.org.au
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