Petrea King and Quest for Life Foundation

Petrea King and Quest for Life Foundation Providing skills & strategies to empower people, organisations, communities in crises to heal

Founded by Petrea King in 1989, the Quest for Life Foundation provides intensive educational programs and workshops that encourage and empower people with the tools to create emotional resilience, healing and peace of mind. Assisting people from all walks of life we provide a proven, effective and holistic approach to physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Set in 9 acres of landscaped gardens, the Quest for Life Centre provides an oasis for time out and an ideal environment for reflection, healing and the learning of new and valuable life skills. Thousands of people journey to the Centre to find a safe haven in which to begin or continue their healing journey. The Centre also provides an opportunity to intensively train facilitators, therapists, counsellors, nurses, doctors and other professionals from around Australia. As a charity, Quest is committed to making programs accessible to everyone in need of them and has DG1 status. It is often those who can least afford our programs who need them the most. Please consider helping Quest reach more people by making a donation or a gift in your will.

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11/01/2026

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Quest Groundskeeper, Warren, recently gave our team an overview of our new solar-powered, semi-automated chicken house t...
07/01/2026

Quest Groundskeeper, Warren, recently gave our team an overview of our new solar-powered, semi-automated chicken house that he constructed, which will be nestled in the heart of our growing garden space. It’s more than a chicken house — it’s a marvel of sustainability and thoughtful design:

🌞 Solar-powered automation opens the main door, feeder access, and nesting boxes each morning.
🐓 Chooks enjoy a clean water supply via drip ni***es and lay in peace with a clever design that protects eggs from night-time roosting.
🌙 At night, the system automatically closes up—safely tucking our girls in and locking out predators (and rodents!).
💡 In winter, interior lights can extend daylight hours to encourage laying.

This innovation supports our commitment to living in harmony with nature — and nurturing wellbeing for all beings. We can't wait to share more of our garden transformation soon!

07/01/2026

For our with Quest talk today, we’re sharing one of our most-watched live talks — a heartfelt session with Quest facilitator Kate Szymanski called “Navigating Grief”. ✨

In this gentle and insightful talk, Kate explores the many ways grief can show up in our lives — not only after the death of someone we love, but also through life changes, transitions, and the loss of what once was. She offers compassionate guidance on how to move through grief at your own pace, reconnect with your inner resources, and find steadier ground through emotional storms.

If this conversation resonates with you, you may be interested in our upcoming Living with Grief residential program, held 20–22 February at the Quest for Life Centre. This weekend provides a safe, nurturing environment for learning practical tools, sharing with others who understand, and building confidence to navigate life after loss of a loved one. 🕊️

📆 There are still a few spots available - for more information or to book, call us on 1300 941 488 or go online here: https://questforlife.org.au/residential-program/living-with-grief-weekend/

🌺📅 We still have space in our next Quest for Life Program, running 2-6 Feb 2026. Start your healing journey today... g...
05/01/2026

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📅 We still have space in our next Quest for Life Program, running 2-6 Feb 2026. Start your healing journey today... give us a call at 1300 941 488 or explore more and book your place via our website: https://bit.ly/3CZMUdq

04/01/2026

To start the new year feeling centred and supported, today we’re offering a re-run of one of our most popular Quest Connect talks — “Mindfulness & Movement: Finding Balance in Life” with Quest facilitator Kate Szymanski. 🌿

In this uplifting session, Kate explores how meditation, mindfulness, and gentle movement can help restore balance in both body and mind. She shares simple practices to calm the nervous system, reconnect with your inner steadiness, and create moments of presence in a busy or overwhelming world. It’s a beautiful reminder that small, intentional actions can shift how we meet life’s challenges.🧘‍♀️

We hope this session brings a little calm, clarity, and inspiration to your start of the year. 🌟

Thank you for helping light the way for so many. ✨As we come to the end of the year, we’re reflecting on the incredible ...
01/01/2026

Thank you for helping light the way for so many. ✨

As we come to the end of the year, we’re reflecting on the incredible kindness shown by our community. Your gifts—whether through donations, bequests, or sharing our message—help people find strength, understanding, and hope during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. 💕

Your generosity does more than ease the burden; it creates real pathways to healing for individuals and families who turn to Quest when they need support the most.

If you haven’t had the opportunity to contribute yet, there’s still time. Every donation helps someone access the care and resources they need to rebuild their life.

🙏 MAKE A GIFT TODAY and help change someone’s tomorrow: https://questforlife.org/lighttheway_questxmasappeal2

Thank you for standing with us. Together, we’re creating a kinder, more resilient future for so many. 🌈

🌟Wishing you a year filled with renewed strength, gentle moments of peace, and a deep sense of hope as you continue yo...
31/12/2025

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Wishing you a year filled with renewed strength, gentle moments of peace, and a deep sense of hope as you continue your journey of healing and growth. With heartfelt blessings from Petrea and the Quest team. 💛

As we move into the festive season, the Quest for Life team wishes you a period of rest, reflection, and gentle healing....
24/12/2025

As we move into the festive season, the Quest for Life team wishes you a period of rest, reflection, and gentle healing. May the months ahead bring you renewed hope, deep peace, and moments that fill your heart with joy. 🌟

We are profoundly grateful to everyone who makes our work possible — our compassionate staff, skilled facilitators, dedicated program teams, generous volunteers and donors, and all who courageously join us on their healing journey. Your support and commitment ensure we continue making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, peaceful, and joy-filled Christmas and New Year. 🎄

Only 2 days left to help light the way... ✨For four decades, Petrea King has dedicated her life to bringing hope, unders...
22/12/2025

Only 2 days left to help light the way... ✨

For four decades, Petrea King has dedicated her life to bringing hope, understanding and healing to people in their most challenging moments. As our Christmas Appeal draws to a close, we’re asking our community to help light the way for another 40 years of healing through the work of the Quest for Life Foundation.

Your gift today—no matter the amount—helps someone facing trauma, grief, illness or overwhelming life challenges access the support they need.

🙏 DONATE TODAY toward our Christmas Appeal: https://questforlife.org/lighttheway_questxmasappeal2

Together, let’s continue lighting the path for thousands more. 🕯️

Time is ticking! ⏰ With just one week left of our annual Christmas Appeal, help us to bring hope and healing to those in...
17/12/2025

Time is ticking! ⏰ With just one week left of our annual Christmas Appeal, help us to bring hope and healing to those in need by donating.

As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on the moments of healing, courage, and transformation we’ve witnessed at Quest—made possible because of people like you. 🎄

As you know, we rely on donations to subsidise the cost of our services. Here are just a few examples of how your contributions support our initiatives:

👉 $60 – Provides a half-hour massage session for a program participant.
👉 $120 – Provides a counselling session for a program participant.
👉 $150 – Provides nourishing meals for a program participant.
👉 $650 – Provides accommodation for a participant at a residential program.
👉 $2,400 – Enables participation in a 5-day residential program.
👉 $6,000 – Funds a workshop in a regional community.

Your support helps create these life-changing experiences for people who are struggling with grief, trauma, anxiety, burnout, or major life challenges.

DONATE TODAY and be a part of our journey to create brighter futures: https://questforlife.org/lighttheway_questxmasappeal2

If you’re able to make a contribution, your generosity today will help light the way for someone who needs it most. 💛

17/12/2025

Join Kate Szymanski as she guides us through a compassionate, practical conversation on moving from overwhelm to calm—reframing expectations, nurturing wellbeing, and giving ourselves the gift of presence. ❤

🌱 Discover more about our transformative programs and upcoming dates by visiting: https://questforlife.org.au/event-schedule

🌟 Also check out Quest Connect, a monthly Wellbeing Livestream that takes a deep dive into a topic to support your health with a mental health practitioner here on the Petrea King & Quest for Life Foundation page at 2pm on the first Sunday of each month. We'd love to have you join us!

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