LeadingWell: A Reflective Retreat to Pause, renew and lead with Clarity 19 – 22 March 2026
Recharge your leadership in 2026
LeadingWell is RACMA’s first wellbeing and CPD retreat, designed to give Members the opportunity to pause, gain clarity, and set meaningful intentions for the year ahead.
Over three days and three nights, participants will experience guided wellbeing sessions, reflective practice, structured learning, and protected time to recharge personally and professionally — all within a calm, eco-inspired coastal environment.
The retreat is intentionally small, allowing space for meaningful connection, deeper conversation and a rhythm that supports self-awareness, leadership growth, and sustainable work practices.
Expressions of Interest are now closed. If you’re interested in attending, please email bvazzocchi@racma.edu.au

Who should attend?
LeadingWell is designed for:
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- RACMA Fellows
- RACMA Associate Fellows
- RACMA Candidates
- Members seeking structured CPD in a restorative environment
- Health leaders wanting to reduce overwhelm and lead with purpose
No prior wellbeing or mindfulness experience is required. This retreat is suitable for leaders at any stage of their career.
RETREAT DETAILS

- The Location
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Nestled in 45-acres of magical subtropical rainforest, Crystalbrook Byron is a celebration of nature, responsible luxury and the local
environment. Our collection of thoughtfully appointed suites, exquisite facilities, market‑driven food and immaculate service and the
spectacle around you comes courtesy of your other host: nature. And we’re proud to be the co-star.
Offering 92 guest suites, each with its own front and rear verandah, the Resort works with its surrounding landscape to offer guests
an immersive experience in nature. Featuring signature restaurant, Forest, Eléme Day Spa, daily yoga classes, complimentary bicycles,
tennis court and infinity pool, Crystalbrook Byron is proud to offer sustainable luxury loved by locals and travellers alike.
In line with Crystalbrook Collection’s commitment to Responsible Luxury, the Resort makes use of environmentally friendly, upcycled,
recycled and locally sourced materials wherever possible. The resort has a plastic free policy (no plastic water bottles or straws) and,
through the use of technology, has removed 90% of paper used by a typical five-star hotel.
Crystalbrook Byron naturally creates a focused and distraction free environment, perfect for creative ideas to bloom and productivity
to flourish. Relax and escape to nature.View for yourself HERE


- Inclusions
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4 Days / 3 Night Accommodation at Crystalbrook Byron in a Rainforest Suite
- Immerse yourself in the forest. Enjoy a soothing, private space nestled beside the serenity of the rainforest floor. Located on the lower level throughout the resort, these suites look directly out into the rainforest from their fully enclosed verandas.
- All chef prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner + morning & afternoon tea)
- Expertly curated and delivered, CPD approved educational program (*see itinerary)
- Wellbeing activities such as yoga, guided meditation, and sound healing.
- Luxury Gift Bag for each guest.
- Infinity pool complete with daybeds and poolside service from Blue Bar plus
• Eléme Day Spa (not included in price but available for bookings)
• Gym
• Tennis court
• Complimentary Wi-Fi in all public and in‑suite areas
• Complimentary bicycles

- Itinerary
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Our program is still being intentionally built, however here is an example:
Day 1
3:00pm Arrival
4:00pm Welcome
6:30pm Welcome DinnerSample Itinerary Days 2 & 3
7:00am Intentional Movement + Breath
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Leading Well Under Pressure: Decision-Making, Ethics, Uncertainty & Risk
11:00am Morning tea
11:15am Psychological Safety
1:15pm Lunch
2:00pm Courage, values and culture in wellbeing leadership
3:30pm Free time, suggestions include rainforest walk, infinity pool swim, day spa, gym, digital detox
6:30pm Dinner
7:30pm Immersive sound bathWorkshop Topics will include psychological safety, conflict resolution, stress management, productivity hacks
Day 4
TBD
11:00am Checkout - CPD Information
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Participants will receive 12 hours of CPD, combining general educational and wellbeing educational activities. All sessions are professionally facilitated and aligned with RACMA’s CPD Framework, with documentation provided for your CPD records.
- Your Retreat Faculty and Guides
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Dr Georga Cooke
BSc MBBS (Hons) GradCertClinEpi MHM MCouns FRACGP FRACMA GAICD

Dr Georga Cooke is the Deputy Executive Director of Medical Services at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane. With a background in general practice and medical education, she is passionate about workforce wellbeing, leadership development, and improving healthcare systems. Georga combines quality improvement methodologies, technology, and evidence-based leadership strategies to enhance both patient care and staff experience.
In 2019, she was a Healthcare Improvement Fellow with Clinical Excellence Queensland, focusing on system-level improvements. Recognizing the critical role of wellbeing in healthcare, she recently completed a Master of Counselling at QUT to further support clinician wellbeing and workforce sustainability.
Dr Sue Abhary
Kammeron Krann
Founder, The Team Pace

Kammeron is the Founder of The Team Space. She is an executive and team coach specialising in humanistic leadership, collaborating with teams to help them develop the behaviours and rituals that lead to high performance.
Mindfulness & Restorative Practice Guide
Bessy Vazzocchi
BBus RYT-500 PPNY-100 RCYT TCTSY-I

Bessy brings over two decades of experience in yoga, mindfulness and wellbeing facilitation, working with professionals across healthcare, corporate and community settings in Australia and internationally. Her sessions focus on practical tools for down-regulating stress, restoring focus and supporting physical and mental recovery in high-pressure roles.
At LeadingWell, Bessy will guide the yoga and mindfulness sessions, creating space for participants to reset, reconnect with their bodies, and support their overall wellbeing alongside the retreat’s educational program.
- Pricing and Fee Structure
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Accommodation & Pricing
Your 3-night / 4-day LeadingWell Retreat package includes:
Single Occupancy Room
$6,750 per person (plus GST)
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Private single-occupancy accommodation in a luxury Rainforest Resort Suite
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Ensuite bathroom with quality amenities
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All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning/afternoon tea)
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Access to retreat facilities
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Full wellbeing and CPD-aligned program
There is no twin-share option for this retreat. All attendees will have their own private room to support rest, reflection and privacy.
Payment Details
All prices listed are plus GST.
If you require a payment arrangement, please contact us at cpd@racma.edu.au with “Retreat payment arrangement” in the subject line.*Flights are NOT included in the fees, although transport to and from the airport will be provided.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend taking out travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances such as illness, injury or cancellation by you. Refunds for these circumstances cannot be provided outside the terms outlined in the retreat’s cancellation policy.
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- Travel and Logistics
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The LeadingWell Retreat will take place at a premium eco-style venue on the East Coast, easily accessible from major airports and regional centres. Once your place is confirmed, you will receive a detailed logistics guide with travel recommendations, transport options and arrival information.
Arrival
Participants are asked to arrive on Thursday 19 March 2026, with check-in available from mid-afternoon. This allows time to settle in, explore the grounds and ease into the opening session before dinner.
Departure
The retreat concludes on Sunday 22 March 2026 in the late morning. This timing allows for a relaxed departure and travel home without rushing.
Getting There
The retreat venue is accessible by car and located within a reasonable distance of both major regional airports.
Once bookings open, we will provide suggested flight windows, transfer options and directions for those driving.
Car parking is available on-site.
If you have specific accessibility or travel needs, please reach out to cpd@racma.edu.au and we will be happy to assist.

Expressions of Interest are now closed.
If you have any questions or would like to secure a space, please reach out to
Bessy Vazzocchi bvazzocchi@racma.edu.au or 0452 449 722
