Chart Your Course Retreat Perth October 22–24, 2026

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In October 2026, we’ll gather in Perth for three focused days of learning, planning, reflection and connection — in partnership with Inclusion Tree.

Perth is a city shaped by water — the Swan River, open ocean, working harbours and steady tides.

And that feels fitting.

Building and governing a Service for One is a lot like captaining your own vessel.

You need direction.
You need strong systems.
You need the right crew.

And sometimes you need to pause, review the charts, and reset your course.

This year’s retreat theme is:

Chart Your Course

Because the landscape around us is changing.

With the introduction of NDIS reforms and evolving expectations around governance, safeguarding, reporting and service quality, many families running Services for One are entering a new phase.

The foundations you built may still be strong — but the environment around them is shifting.

That means it’s time to:

  • review your governance structures

  • strengthen operational systems

  • embed clearer accountability and record keeping

  • ensure your service is ready for the next phase of the NDIS

This retreat is designed to help you do exactly that.

Not through theory.

Through practical working sessions with people who understand the realities of running a Service for One.

This is not a conference

The Good Life Builders Retreat has always been different.

It’s not a conference full of presentations.

It’s a working retreat — practical, thoughtful and grounded in the real work of governing and sustaining a family-directed service.

This is time away from the daily operational flow so you can:

  • review what is working

  • strengthen the systems that support your service

  • embed the changes needed for the evolving NDIS environment

  • chart your direction for the next stage of the journey

What we’ll work on together

Over three focused days we’ll work on the core foundations that keep a Service for One strong.

Strengthening governance foundations

Strong governance is becoming more important as expectations across the NDIS evolve.

Together we will explore how to:

  • clarify roles and responsibilities

  • strengthen board oversight

  • embed decision-making processes

  • ensure your governance structures remain fit for purpose

Embedding practical operational systems

Many families built their services through dedication and practical problem solving.

As the system evolves, those practical systems now need to be clearly documented, structured and sustainable.

We’ll work on:

  • operational systems that support accountability

  • clear communication and reporting within teams

  • practical documentation practices

  • systems that support transparency and quality over time

Navigating NDIS reform and emerging expectations

NDIS reforms are bringing new expectations around quality, safeguarding, oversight and accountability.

This retreat will create space to:

  • understand what the changes may mean in practice

  • identify areas where your service may need to adapt

  • embed systems that strengthen compliance without losing flexibility

  • maintain the values and strengths that make Services for One powerful

Clarifying your next direction

Strong services don’t just react to change — they steer through it.

This retreat provides the space to:

  • pause and reflect

  • identify priorities for the next phase

  • strengthen your long-term sustainability

  • map the next stage of your journey

Connecting with others on the same path

One of the most powerful aspects of the retreat is the opportunity to connect with other families governing Services for One.

People who understand the responsibility, the complexity and the rewards of building something that truly works for the person at the centre.

These conversations often become one of the most valuable parts of the experience.

Who this retreat is for

This retreat is designed for people who are serious about building, governing and strengthening a Service for One.

It is best suited to families and people with disability who are:

  • already operating a Service for One

  • actively setting one up

  • wanting to strengthen governance and systems

  • preparing their service for the next phase of the NDIS

This retreat is not a general introduction to the model.

It is designed for people ready to engage deeply in the practical work of running a strong service.

In partnership with Inclusion Tree

We’re delighted to again partner with Inclusion Tree for the 2026 retreat.

Together, Inclusion Tree and The Good Life Builders bring deep practical experience in supporting families to build, govern and sustain family-directed services that work in real life.

Why come?

Because sometimes the most important thing you can do for your service is step out of the current long enough to see clearly.

The retreat gives you the space to:

  • lift your eyes from day-to-day operations

  • strengthen the foundations of your service

  • embed systems needed for the evolving NDIS environment

  • connect with others walking the same path

  • leave with clearer direction and renewed confidence

Save the date

Chart Your Course Retreat
Perth, Western Australia
October 22–24, 2026

More details about the program, venue and registrations will be released soon.

For now, block out your diary and start planning your journey west.