Jane Catherine Severn has spent 40 years developing a completely new understanding of women’s hormonal design, one that goes far beyond reproduction to reveal a system of deep intelligence and purpose. She calls it the femenome®. This talk introduces her pioneering work: how women’s hormones behave the way they do, why the so-called “symptoms” of our hormonal life are actually doorways into unrealised potentials in the female psyche, and how understanding this can transform not only how we feel about ourselves, but our place in the world.

Modern life places constant demands on our bodies, often keeping the nervous system in states of long-term alertness that disrupt rest at night. In this talk, Annelies shares how cultural stress patterns shape our biology, why insight alone rarely brings lasting change, and how working directly with the nervous system restores the conditions for natural sleep, calm, and lasting wellbeing.

Discover the transformative benefits of pure, ethically sourced essential oils with Jytte and Tremane from Zurma Botanical Oil Studio. Rooted in the principles of kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) and respect for Papatūānuku (Mother Earth), Zurma Oils offers sustainable, high-quality products to support your holistic well-being. Join us at the Wellness Festival to learn how these natural taonga (treasures) can enhance your daily life, from creating calming rituals to supporting your physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Jeffree Clarkson is a renowned composer and author known for his soothing meditation music and his books on peace, mindfulness, and spiritual wellbeing. For over 30 years, he has been creating music that genuinely stills the mind, helping people across the world find their way to a more peaceful life.

Discover the transformative power of New Zealand’s native plants with Patricia Stowell, a practitioner of First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®. Learn how these vibrational tools can help you restore balance, clear emotional blocks, and reconnect with your true self. Join Patricia at the Wellness Festival for an inspiring session on holistic healing and personal growth.

With over 33 years of daily transcendental meditation practice and nearly three decades of coaching experience, Aaron McLoughlin is dedicated to helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve happiness, bliss, and healing. As an author of three books, a trainer of health professionals in New Zealand and Australia, and a former president of both the NZ Association of Professional Hypnotherapists and the NZ Association of NLP, Aaron combines expertise in clinical hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and the mind-body connection to empower others. His passion for fostering growth and connection extends to his community work, including courageous conversation workshops and volunteering for local groups.

Experience the heart of conscious dining at The Lotus-Heart vegetarian restaurant. Serving nourishing vegetarian and vegan meals, including curries with dosa or rice, burgers, peace bowls, and daily specials, alongside house-roasted organic coffee. Dine indoors or on the outdoor deck, and explore the health store, gift shop, and Gandharva Loka World Music Store on-site. Open 8:30 AM–2.30 PM during the festival.