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WITH WORDS

Arrive to the prevailing hush of the southern swell and the scent of salt and eucalyptus carried on the morning breeze—an invitation to step gently into the rhythm of the coast and your own unfolding story.

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Begin your days on foot, weaving through rugged clifftops, bushland trails, and sandy beaches shaped by time and tide. Here, the path isn't just underfoot—it’s within. The land, ancient and alive, meets you exactly where you are, offering space to breathe, reflect and create, in community.

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Let the writing come slowly and honestly, inspired by the natural ebbs and flows and the quiet invitations it offers. Alongside others, you’ll move through this landscape with intention, each step an invitation to listen, observe and write with presence.

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Our days will flow with a balance of walking and writing—solitary and shared time—with gentle structure to guide and support your creative process. Daily writing prompts, reflective practices, storytelling circles, and time to simply wander and wonder will be woven into the experience.

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Share the experience with fellow writers and wanderers on the same stretch of coast, each holding their own intentions and questions, each contributing to a collective rhythm of expression and discovery. Companions on your journey —people to walk beside, share stories with, and encourage along the way.

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Guided by Matty, this retreat is designed to hold space for your truest voice to emerge. Through thoughtfully curated practices—writing, walking, movement, stillness—you’ll reconnect with the parts of yourself that 

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This 4-night, 5-day experience explores the stunning and diverse landscapes of Victoria’s Surf Coast and forest, from windswept heathlands to quiet coves and towering cliffs. 

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The journey culminates with space to integrate—time to gather the threads of your writing, the insights of your path, and the connections made. Together, we’ll honour what’s been discovered, what’s been written, and what’s ready to continue beyond the retreat.

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This is not just a writing retreat. It’s a call back to your own nature—through the land, through story, through shared journey. Join us, and let the wild edge of the world bring you home to your words.