Cancer Compassionate Community Event – Byron Bay

Cancer Compassionate Community Event – Byron Bay
Raising Awareness. Supporting Community. Honouring Life.

We invite you to a powerful evening of community, healing, and compassion on Wednesday, September 3rd, 5:30–8:00pm AEST at The BlueGreen Sanctuary Shala. This event brings together Byron Shire’s wellness leaders to raise both awareness for early cancer detection and vital funds for two beloved community members facing cancer.

Who We’re Supporting

• Sami – Co-owner of Strong Pilates Byron Bay and founder of Peachy Fit. Sami is courageously navigating stage 4 cancer.

• Pettina – Former Spa Manager at Gwinganna and Gaia Retreat. She is currently undergoing treatment for stage 2 breast cancer.

All proceeds go directly towards their personalised treatment plans. Co-host Kyra Roberton, Integrative Naturopathic Oncologist at The Health Lodge, will case manage their care within THL’s pioneering in-patient cancer care and medical retreat program.

The Evening Includes

• Arrival by 5:15pm AEST to settle in

• Moringa & Blue Lotus Tea Ceremony by Heidi Lampard

• Breathwork Journey: Facilitated Breath Repatterning (FBR) led by Dan Kurlapski & Team from Breathwork Byron

• Live Music by Fiona Sofia Louise

• Closing circle of reflection and integration

From Kyra Roberton, Integrative Naturopathic Oncologist:
“Cancer touches us all. Whether through our own health or the lives of those we love, it asks us to pause, to re-examine what matters, and to draw on both courage and community. It is not a single-story illness but a complex and multifactorial condition, influenced by genetics, mitochondrial function, metabolic health, immune strength, and the profound relationship between mind and body.

As a naturopathic oncologist and somatic breathwork therapist, I have witnessed the depth of impact cancer has—not just on bodies, but on spirits, families, and the way people move through the world. This is why, when I speak of integrative oncology, I don’t just mean an approach to treatment. I mean a way of honouring the whole human experience of cancer, grounded in science and carried by compassion.

Conventional treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery remain critical pillars of oncology. Yet, when used alone, they rarely address the underlying imbalances or the resilience needed for long-term recovery. This is where integrative oncology steps in—bridging the power of conventional medicine with complementary therapies that restore strength, ease, and vitality. It is not simply about fighting disease; it is about cultivating health.”

Key Partners
This gathering is made possible with the generous support of:

• Breathwork Byron & The Health Lodge (lead facilitator and organisers)

• Awaken the Sacred - Fiona Sofia Louise

• Heidi Lampard

• Peachy Fit Byron

• Strong Pilates Byron Bay

• The BlueGreen Sanctuary (venue host)

• YES& Conscious Leadership

Tickets & Contributions

• Tickets: Sliding scale from $200 and above

• Contributions: Open - all amounts welcome. Note: Contributions can be made by those that are unable to attend yet wish to donate — your generosity may sponsor someone who would otherwise not have the financial means to attend

• Breathwork Byron maintains a 20 person maximum for their Breathwork sessions — prioritising safety, effectiveness, and quality​

• All proceeds directly support Sami and Pettina’s treatment

• Those with financial capacity to so are invited to contribute beyond $200 to deepen impact
  

Practicalities

• Date: Tuesday, September 3rd

• Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm AEST

• Arrival: 5:15pm AEST

• Venue: The BlueGreen Sanctuary, Newrybar

• Parking:
  - All parking is onsite.
  - Do not park on the street.
  - Please carpool where possible (20 spots available)