Come and meet the locals.

Join us for a heartfelt and inspiring seasonal series celebrating stories, skills, and wisdom from across the Wollondilly and beyond.

Founded by Donna Moore—clinical hypnotherapist, poet, biographer, and grandmother—Creative Living Conversations brings together artisans, educators, and everyday legends to share their unique journeys. It's all about promoting well-being, community connection, and skill-sharing in a welcoming space.

Creative Living Conversations is a free community event. You do not need to buy or register for tickets. Please feel free to just turn up on the day.
Doors open at 6 PM and the event will run until approximately 8:30 PM.

We look forward to seeing you at this wonderful community event!

Autumn Conversation

Thursday 22 May | 6:00–8:30 PM
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Meet Gwen and Russell Den, humble legends of the road and holders of a world record for driving over 2 million kilometres in their Volvo delivery station wagon. These remarkable locals don’t just deliver flowers—they share kindness, hope, and old-school resourcefulness wherever they go, guided by lessons from generations past.

Also joining us is Francis who will introduce an exciting locally led health initiative “Willing to be Well" is a pilot program for people with chronic health conditions like diabetes II, obesity, mental health, anxiety depression, PTSD, cardiovascular issues, arthritis, chronic fatigue and energy restoration and autoimmune disorders.
It is a 1 year program, starting with a 3 day retreat, then 1 Sunday most fortnights through the year and ending with a retreat.
This program does not just give information but addresses the problems preventing us from making and continuing the necessary lifestyle changes leading to the restoration of health.

Winter Conversation

Thursday 26 June | 6:00–8:30 PM
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Gather around with Neil Wilson, master coach builder, skilled horseman, and great-nephew of explorer Hamilton Hume. A proud Bargo local in his mid-70s, Neil is a born storyteller with deep roots in the region. His tales of pioneering ancestry and hands-on craftsmanship bring to life a history of grit, grace, and family tradition.

Spring Conversation

Thursday 2 October | 6:00–8:30 PM
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Dr. Peter Richard-Herbert—affectionately known as the “Cockney Doc”—has spent more than 40 years in clinical practice as an analytical psychotherapist. From London to Bowral, Peter’s journey includes work as a trauma specialist, university lecturer, charity rock band member, TV consultant, and international speaker. His stories are rich with humour, insight, and humanity.