Veterans Retreat in Mothar Mountain | Community organisation

Veterans Retreat

Locality: Mothar Mountain

Address: Hartwig Road 4570 Mothar Mountain, QLD, Australia

Website: http://veteransretreat.org.au

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25.01.2022 So very saddened to hear about the recent loss of one of our regular visitor Cookie He was always up for the challenge, would take your arm off defending his territory and wasn’t much of a people person....just like the rest of us, although much more vocal RIP Cookie you will be sadly missed thinking of Cookies family xo #cookie #bestfriend #family #dogslife #rip #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

24.01.2022 I have had some recent requests for these so thought I would share to the masses can post tomorrow, easy order online now. At only $10 each plus postage, you’ll be hard pressed to find better quality at this price and we don’t increase prices with demand plus by supporting you, you can help support us. Link to website for online shopping below https://www.veteransretreat.org.au/p/vr-reusable-face-masks #facemask #covid_19 #undieswontstopafart #betterthanafine #freeadvertising #firststrikepromotions #merchandise

24.01.2022 Today I join my brothers and sisters in arms in a Remembrance Day service Some days are tougher than others so please reach out as #youarenotalone and I don’t want to add you to the ever growing list of those we’ve lost To all those we have lost in war and all those that have lost the war within, we will remember them Lest we forget... #remembranceday #lestweforget #itsoknottobeok #gotyoursix #itaintweaktospeak

23.01.2022 APPRECIATION POST.... Over the past few months I have been contemplating whether Veterans Retreat is something I can continue or not as the sheer time and energy it takes out of me has been overwhelming and and sometimes it’s just been all too much for me what keeps me going is not wanting another veteran to suffer and at times this has been to the detriment of my own health. The speed in which this has grown and the reach it has achieved in such a short period of time I k...now is part of this feeling, the cart has been put well before the horse and I’ve just been holding on for dear life. Just recently a few of the most amazing volunteers have come into my space and taken a great deal of pressure away from me and I can see this side of the charity building, which has reignited some hope that this is sustainable, with help, as it is way too big for a #onewomanshow I would like to take the time right now to acknowledge those people and say a massive thank you!! I also must apologise for not posting about this earlier......but a huge shout out to the massive effort from Clinton and Kelli (and all the helpers) for running a Bunnings sausage sizzle at Noosaville on Boxing Day with volunteers pulling out on the day and numerous other challenges (I know after running the Gympie Bunnings sausage sizzle the mammoth effort this takes and how destroyed you are at the end of the day) I am so grateful and all of these funds will be put towards upcoming events in 2021. Thank you, I am very grateful for your support and assistance and everything you have done. #grateful #volunteers #apologies #overwhelming #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

22.01.2022 Hey everyone I’m going to be taking a much needed break from social media this weekend, I know a lot of people are out there feeling deeply about what is happening right now and I am no different. There has been 10 suicides in 3 weeks I am aware of, widespread media coverage of our SASR brothers raising people’s emotions, Remembrance Day feels and everything in between. In the end it doesn’t matter the reason, I just don’t feel I can maintain my own well-being and stay grou...nded seeing it all the time. To be honest the only reason I’m on social media so much is for you guys, but you know I love you all and #youarenotalone There are a number of resources out there that can help so please reach out before you are on the edge!! Start the conversation now and get familiar and comfortable with who you reach out to so it makes it easier when you fall in the hole to make the call I have spoken to the amazing people at Overwatch Australia personally and told them I need to take a break, but I’m worried I’ll miss someone who may reach out while I’m offline I know I’m not the only veteran feeling it right now so I want you to know they have got your six so PLEASE reach out if you need to I’m completely safe and I’m going to go hang out with another veteran and close friend, spin some yarns and chill out.....I highly recommend this to anyone feeling the same #buddycheck #selfcare #makethecall #gottoursix #youreworthit #itaintweaktospeak #ruok

22.01.2022 This beautiful king parrot came looking for some food and didn’t find any in the bird feeder, I saw him fly to my house gate, then he followed me to shed where he landed and let me touch him, it was clear he was asking politely for a feed so I went back to the house, he followed me and landed on both the fence and rainwater water tank along the way and then came to the feeder as I put the seed in for another touch and well deserved feed. #kingparrot #magicmountain #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

21.01.2022 If you’ve got mad video editing skills and are available for our Xmas / 1st birthday party on 12 Dec then please PM me. I had an idea and we all know what happens when I get ideas

19.01.2022 Thanks to the masses of rain we have had out here, all the water tanks are full #bathtime #rain #treatyourself #grateful #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

19.01.2022 Happy hump day everyone How are you feeling today on the sheep-scale I’m a little bit of 5, some of 4 and controlling my inner 1 The sheep are certainly keeping me busy here at the start of spring!!

19.01.2022 I thought this year would never end what a ride and I am blown away at what has been achieved in such a short amount of time during a pretty shitty year....definitely explains the level of exhaustion I am feeling so now it is time for a break from it all I am grateful for each and every one of you and all those that have supported me, I am lucky to have some amazing people coming to care for the animals and am looking forward to a beachside break with my family I... will reopen the morning of 31 Dec so if you want somewhere to chill and see in the New Year then make sure you book via the website https://www.veteransretreat.org.au/accommodation I will also be taking a social media break so please contact Overwatch Australia on 1800 MYWATCH and reach out for help cause while it may feel like you’re screaming and no one can hear you, veterans are shit bags at asking for help and wear a pretty impenetrable shield #speakingfromexperience #hidingbehindasmile #itaintweaktospeak P.S. All I want for Xmas is a major sponsor 20-50K per annum will do it, RSL QLD just knocked us back on any financial support (stating they already support retreats like mine ) and suggested I apply for grants (which I’m already doing ) and remember we have DGR so it’s fully tax deductible which is a nice write off for big businesses #sponsorus #alliwantforchristmas #takingabreak #closed #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

19.01.2022 Team Donkey is seeking a new corporate sponsor if you are a business or know of one that would like to become part of our team, for only $100 per month, then please contact us via PM or email and remember it’s fully tax deductible. I would also like to personally thank Bonnie and Andi from agents2go for their amazing support and being the first of many to kick us off in our sponsorship packages earlier this year. Their support and networking has assisted us in growing our local presence and for that I am eternally grateful #teamdonkey

19.01.2022 Just got two tickets to this event supporting Andy Fermo and co from Invisible Injuries. So grateful for the collaboration and support last year which will continue into the future and excited to see what this year has in store for them

18.01.2022 Tip for young players wear appropriate shoes on the farm when working finally marked the site for the round yard, now to get it put up #safteyboots #linemarking #roundyard #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

18.01.2022 You asked for it we now have reusable coffee cups with purple lids you can find this item and all of our other merchandise on our website where you can purchase online. https://www.veteransretreat.org.au/shop #coffee #reusable #onlineshopping

17.01.2022 A very limited number of GREY hoodies have arrived and there are more black ones (zip up) on the way!! In grey there is only 1 x M, 1 x XL, 2 x 2XL & 2 x 3XL in the zip up version and 2 x S with no zip. $40 each and $9 postage, PM me to secure yours ... #topmodel #whosthehottie #hoodie #greyisthenewblack #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

16.01.2022 Calling all male veterans (Army, Navy, Air Force, police, fire, ambulance/paramedic, SES, 000 operator) This weekend is fast approaching and is being facilitated by the amazing Darren from Sacred Wheel and Joel from Crystal Clear Wellness Co. Feel free to ask questions of them both, this is the first of its kind and we look to build and improve on these and hold more of them. I know the first women’s weekend was an amazing success Food will be provided for dinner Friday ...and Saturday night and breakfast Saturday and Sunday on a communal self cooking basis. Lunches and snacks will be an individual responsibility. Please register your attendance so I can appropriately cater for all and advise any dietary needs #MensHealthMatters #communalcooking #itaintweaktospeak #brothersbychoice #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

16.01.2022 Merry Christmas from our family to you and yours The world is a better place with you in it and you are worth it We are on a much needed break (the animals are being cared for by some legendary farm sitters) and will return on 31 Dec ready to bring in the New Year We will also reveal our very busy 2021 event calendar with you all. #scheduledpost #merrychristmas #vacation #takeabreak #2021 #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

16.01.2022 Wow only a year on feels like it’s been forever

14.01.2022 URGENT HELP NEEDED (yes I’m on a break but duty calls ) We have a Bunnings sausage sizzle at Noosaville tomorrow (Boxing Day 26 Dec) and have had some volunteers pull out and are in desperate need of two people from 2pm till 5pm (likely to finish earlier). Please comment on PM if you can help

13.01.2022 I’m still in beach vacation mode and in farm timeout but wanted you all to know that #youarenotalone so I made some #sheduledposts Stolen photo courtesy of Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs but add Overwatch Australia to the list

13.01.2022 Here is a great initiative I’ve posted my message #wewillrememberthem #lestweforget #remembranceday https://lestweforget.gov.au/

10.01.2022 Thanks to these legends for their generous donation of an on-site van and Jason for driving it up amidst the pre-lockdown chaos we are still out camping with limited service in our own bubble and sadly return to the crazy world tomorrow hopefully this manages to post

10.01.2022 These two legends have spent a little over 3 months calling Veterans Retreat home Dutchy the pool boy extraordinaire and Tracy the fantastic farm hand / donkey whisperer Today they departed for new adventures and I wish them both well, we will all miss you I honestly would not have survived these past few months without them here helping out around the place, not only on the farm and with the animals, but greeting and entertaining guests, farm sitting, dog sitt...ing and on occasions babysitter duties too my son is now obsessed with all things 4WD action and has seen all the Star Wars movies and my daughter with anything artwork, especially how to draw YouTube videos So very happy to hear how this place helped them both and that they will be visiting again soon #farmgirl #poolboy #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia #grateful

07.01.2022 Round bales are for eating!!! #playingwiththeirfood #hay #barley #shhimsleeping

06.01.2022 Yes I’m still offline but I still care.....deeply.... so I’ve scheduled some posts for the weekend #buddycheck #staysafe #blackdog #ptsd #veteranfamily MAKE THE CALL DON’T BE THAT GUY!!!

05.01.2022 And just like that the job is done I cannot thank Kerrod Rose Rural Fencing enough for the amazing work, the GCBF for the grant and the people that continue to help and support me along the way. Some of the adult sheep and donkey will be moving in over the weekend and once a shelter is secured the rest of the mums with their babies will be headed in too. #grantfunding #fencing #grateful #gcbf #patience #romewasntbuiltinaday #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

04.01.2022 I can confirm the big man in the red suit will be making a guest appearance at the Xmas / 1st birthday party Make sure you register via the link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/christmas-1st-birthday-part

03.01.2022 So yesterday white no 10, our first ever black face Suffolk we bought and named Jazzy, gave birth to a very big healthy boy One lucky family was here camping and got to witness the entire event including Kate (welcome to the farm and sheep life ) assisting with the birth after poor mumma couldn’t get the big boy out. On the phone was Juanita from Serendipity Farm Animal Centre Inc guiding us through the process to ensure the best outcome for mum and baby. Seriously have... called on her so many times since being here and am so grateful for her constant advice and support. Because I can’t post video and photos together in the comments is an amazing painting from one of the three girls who watched it live so glad we got to share this with them. Also happy to report mum and baby are doing very well #sheeplife #lamb #assistedbirth #farmerkate #grateful #farmlife #makingmemories

03.01.2022 Look at me go!!!! (ok with the online help from my amazing webmaster Martina from M By Design ) the events are now on our website....AND....you can just click on the title and it takes you to get tickets !!! #getoutoftown #magic #whatisthis #mindblown #warrantofficerlife #mumsaysimspecial https://www.veteransretreat.org.au/retreat-events

03.01.2022 Yep.....still offline, but more scheduled posts to reminder you that YOU matter Here’s a picture of Jess (that’s the pony ) having a bath she is shit scared of people, but after some repetitive reassurance is standing still and enjoying it. And yes if we let her go and give her too much time to think about it she will probably run away but we will do it again tomorrow and the next day and so on.....if you run.....we will still be here Hear that.....RE-PET-A-TIVE........just like military training right MAKE THE CALL MAKE THE CALL MAKE THE CALL #justliketraining #repetative #makethecall #youarenotalone #somebodyssomeone

03.01.2022 I’m back recharged, rejuvenated and refreshed I had an amazing mini break and went and filled my cup YOU are your first priority so make sure you take time for YOU, do what serves YOU and stay true to YOU! #authenticity #staytrue #fillyourcupfirst #socialmediabreak #priority1 #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

02.01.2022 Ok technology and I am hopefully on speaking terms and I think I’ve sorted the eventbrite link to make it even easier to register Anyone with the link (see details in event) will be able to find it and register without a password. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/christmas-1st-birthday-part Did you see the updates!!! we have a band, we have a DJ, there will be dancing, we have a jumping castle suitable for all (except maybe you Toby cause you got passion fingers ) and there will be a lunchtime sausage sizzle and drinks for sale along with our awesome merchandise and a raffle

02.01.2022 5000 likes!!! Keep spreading the word #youarenotalone5000 likes!!! Keep spreading the word #youarenotalone

02.01.2022 2021 Veteran Men's Wellness Weekend event has been announced #menshealth #itaintweaktospeak #veterans #GotYourSix #youarenotalone #gympie #queensland #veteransretreat #wellness #connection #safespace #SuicideAwareness

02.01.2022 GET YOUR FREE TICKETS!!!!!! Don't forget to jump onto the eventbrite link and register for our 1st Birthday / Xmas Party. It is completely FREE but is required so we can track numbers and cater for everyone, plus it saves you all filling in a booking form if you choose to camp for the night also You must register to attend cause we don't want to run out of poo tickets Beyond Sippy Creek will be playing some wicked tunes (check out their page for details on their new release), Paradise Jumping Castles Gympie will be setting up an adult size jumping castle for the day, there will be a mega raffle, sausage sizzle / soft drink sales and who knows what else (or who ) might be there

01.01.2022 #sheeplife #lambing #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

01.01.2022 EXCLUSIVE!!! Farm Animal Welfare Sponsorship packages are here Limited places available in each team so be quick PM your email address and team choice to the Facebook page and I will email you the sponsorship form. I am hoping to be inundated with requests so please be patient while I get through everyone (plus today all the sheep are going to the nail salon, so I have a busy day). Both myself and the animals thank you for your generous support as without ...it, we couldn't do what we do here Remember, everything over $2 is tax deductible and lump sum options are available

01.01.2022 Let the fencing begin So excited to see work start on the front paddock from the GCBF grant we received this is a massive achievement and can not wait to move the sheep in for a good feed Now seeking some livestock shelters and yards and maybe a working bee to erect them pending what I can source.... #itshappening #excited #progress #grant #youarenotalone #veteransretreat #veteran #firstresponders #volunteer #refocus #recharge #reconnect #tranquility #grounding #ptsd #motharmountain #gympie #queensland #australia

01.01.2022 If you’re reading this I want you to know that I understand, I’ve been there #youarenotalone I know we are responsible for our own happiness and healing and I know I can’t fix you, but I can stand beside you while you fix yourself I can give you a space to ground, reconnect, recharge and refocus. I can connect you and I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU I know it’s against who we are and how we are programmed and no I know don’t practice what I preach well in this instance but pl...ease ASK FOR HELP I know you feel like you are screaming and no one can hear you, but we want to, you’re just too damn good at that disguise. Take off the mask!!! BE VULNERABLE The war within is bloody strong, but you are a warrior, you are worth it, you are a beast, you are my brother / sister and you are somebody’s someone! #sendthemessage #makethecall #itaintweaktospeak #nomorefunerals #blackdog #suicideprevention #help #screaminginside #ivebeenthere #veteranfamily