4–6 September 2026 · Sunshine Coast, Queensland

TTN Family Gathering 2026

A weekend for families reimagining education together. Kingdom-minded families from across Australia — connected, encouraged, and inspired around the future of faith-filled education.

Families arrange their own accommodation. Flexible attendance options available.

The heart of the weekend

Not a conference.
Not a camp. A gathering.

This weekend is designed for families who believe education can be more personal, purposeful, faith-filled, and future-focused. Come to connect, share stories, and be reminded you are not walking this journey alone.

New to The Transformation Network? Visit our website: www.thetransformationnetwork.org.au

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Days Together
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Key Experiences
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Community
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Connection

Meet like-minded families walking a similar path. Build friendships that outlast the weekend and sustain you through the journey of Kingdom education.

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Vision

Be inspired by stories, sessions, and conversations that clarify and strengthen your vision for faith-filled education that prepares children for calling.

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Community

Create lasting memories through shared experiences, campfire evenings on the lake, and relaxed family time that reminds you that you belong to something bigger.

Weekend overview

The weekend flow

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Friday
4 September 2026
Australia Zoo Adventure

A relaxed shared day at Australia Zoo to help families connect naturally, students build friendships, and everyone begin the weekend with fun and ease. The perfect warm-up to a powerful gathering.

Bus booking will be confirmed based on the number of families who need transport — some families have let us know they'll be arranging their own. We'll confirm the bus once attendance numbers are in.

All day · Optional
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Saturday
5 September 2026
Gathering Day at Habitat Noosa

The heart of the weekend. Students get to know each other through connection activities, explore the KTA+ Inquiry Cards, and complete shared tasks together in the Wilderness Marquee. Parents connect, share stories, and build friendships over roundtables and open conversation time.

Core event · Lake Cootharaba
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Saturday Evening
5 September 2026
Campfire Evening at Lake Cootharaba

Wind down the day together around the fire on the banks of Lake Cootharaba. Hot dogs, s'mores, and real connection time — families relaxing, laughing, and getting to know each other in the best possible setting.

Fire pit · Hot dogs · S'mores · Lakeside
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Sunday
6 September 2026
Optional Connections

Families can enjoy informal brunches, Noosa National Park walks, river kayaking, Hastings Street time, beach mornings, or relaxed departures at your own pace — no pressure, pure freedom.

Flexible · Self-directed
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Friday · 4 September 2026 · Australia Zoo

Adventure Together

A relaxed day of exploration, connection and shared discovery.

From 9:00am Australia Zoo, Beerwah Optional · Come as you can
9:00am
Arrival
Zoo entrance

Meet at Australia Zoo

We'll gather at the entrance before heading into the zoo together.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families, introduce yourselves and begin building friendships as we explore one of Australia's most iconic attractions.

Please arrive a little earlier to allow time for parking and entry.
9:15am
to 12:30pm
Together as one group

Explore Together

We'll make our way around the zoo as one large group.

We'll stop to enjoy animal encounters, exhibits and plenty of opportunities for conversation along the way. There's lots of freedom to pause, ask questions, and simply enjoy discovering God's incredible creation together.

Expect plenty of opportunities for children to make new friends — and for parents to do the same.
12:30pm
Lunch
Break

Lunch at the zoo

Enjoy lunch at one of Australia Zoo's cafés or picnic areas. Families are welcome to purchase lunch or bring their own.

Cafés on site Picnic areas BYO welcome
We'll regroup after lunch before making our way to the Crocoseum.
1:15pm
Crocoseum
Highlight of the day

Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Show

The famous Wildlife Warriors presentation in the Crocoseum Arena.

Massive saltwater crocodiles Spectacular free-flying birds Incredible reptiles and snakes
Where & when
  • Crocoseum Arena
  • Show starts 1:15pm
Tip: we'll aim to arrive around 12:50pm so we can find seats together.
2:15pm
onwards
Open afternoon

Explore at Your Own Pace

After the show, the afternoon is yours to enjoy.

Continue exploring with the group, or spend time discovering the zoo at your family's own pace.

You might like to
Visit your favourite animals again Explore exhibits you may have missed Capture family photos Stop for an afternoon coffee Keep getting to know other families
There are no scheduled activities for the remainder of the afternoon — simply enjoy the experience together.

The heart behind Friday

The first day isn't about rushing from activity to activity. It's about slowing down, sharing experiences, and creating the kinds of conversations that often become the foundation of lifelong friendships.

As we marvel at God's incredible creation together, we'll also begin building the relationships that make The Transformation Network community so special.

Saturday · 5 September 2026 · Habitat Noosa

Connect, Discover & Grow Together

A day designed to inspire your family, deepen relationships, and experience Kingdom-centred learning in action.

9:00am – late Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp Every session is family-wide
9:00am
15–20 minutes
Devotion · Welcome

Morning Devotion

Led by Lauren

We open the day together in Scripture and prayer.

A short, family-wide devotion to settle hearts, welcome everyone and invite God into the day ahead before the sessions begin.

9:20am
to 10:30am
Session 01 · Workshop

The Purpose-Driven Family Experience

Hosted by Kara Walsh · The Purpose Co.

Begin the day by discovering your family's unique God-given purpose.

Through an engaging and interactive workshop, parents and children explore how God has uniquely designed their family to influence the world around them. Together you'll uncover your strengths, identify opportunities for impact, and create a practical Family Purpose Statement to guide your homeschool and family life.

You'll leave with
  • A clearer sense of your family's unique calling
  • Practical conversations to continue at home
  • A shared vision for learning with purpose
10:30am
to 11:10am
Break

Morning Tea & Connection

Relax, grab a coffee, enjoy morning tea and connect with families from around Australia. Light refreshments are also available.

The marquee includes access to
Kettle Toaster Fridge Microwave Camp tables & benches
11:15am
to 12:15pm
Session 02 · Launching the KTA+ Inquiry Cards

The Kingdom Inquiry Experience

One question. One journey. Endless discovery.

Experience one of the many ways KTA+ Inquiry Cards can bring curiosity, Scripture and purposeful learning into your homeschool.

For today's challenge, every family will begin by choosing a Wonder Card and turning it into an inquiry of their own. You'll then move through the Kingdom Inquiry Cycle, choosing cards at each stage that help you seek, discover, connect, share and grow around your original inquiry.

Different families. Different questions. Different pathways. Let's see where your curiosity takes you.

The Kingdom Inquiry Cycle
Wonder

Choose your inquiry.

Find a question that sparks your family’s curiosity.

Seek

Investigate it.

Choose a card that helps you explore, observe, research or gather evidence.

Discover

Make sense of it.

Choose a prompt that helps you uncover meaning, truth and new understanding.

Connect

Make connections.

Take your inquiry further by connecting it with Scripture, God’s world, other ideas or other people.

Share

Bring it to life.

Choose a way to communicate what your family has discovered.

Grow

Take it further.

Consider where your discovery could lead next.

And that’s just one way to use them.

Follow the full Inquiry Cycle. Match cards to the current week of your child’s 10-week learning journey. Choose a card when you need a fresh direction. Or simply shuffle the deck, pull one at random and see where it leads.

Sometimes the cards support the learning. Sometimes they start it.

12:30pm
Lunch
Break · CootharaBAR & bistro

Lunch overlooking Lake Cootharaba

CootharaBAR & bistro sits within Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp, set amongst 65 acres of national park with views across Lake Cootharaba and the surrounding bushland. A relaxed chance to continue conversations, make new friends and simply enjoy time together.

cootharabar.com.au
Lunch is purchased individually from the restaurant.
1:30pm
to 5:00pm
Open afternoon

Free Time & Family Adventures

Spend the afternoon however your family chooses.

Some ideas
Hire a kayak or canoe Relax by the waterfront Explore the walking trails Take photos around Habitat Noosa Enjoy coffee with another family Board & lawn games at sites 18 & 19 Build new friendships
The marquee is available until 3:00pm — a comfortable place to gather, play games and connect before heading out to enjoy the rest of the afternoon.
5:00pm
Evening
Waterfront sites 18 & 19

Community Campfire Dinner

As the sun sets, we gather around the campfire for one of the highlights of the weekend.

Look for The Transformation Network banners at the waterfront sites.

Hot dogs Toasted marshmallows & s'mores Stories, laughter & conversation
There's no formal program — just families enjoying time together, sharing experiences and building friendships we hope will continue long after the weekend ends.

A weekend to remember

This isn't a conference where you'll spend the day listening to speakers. It's an opportunity to connect with like-minded Christian families, experience Kingdom-centred learning together, and leave refreshed, encouraged and inspired for the journey ahead.

Come curious. Leave connected.
TTN Confirm your attendance

Let us know you're coming

We're arranging tables and seating at Habitat Noosa for Saturday, and a bus for the Australia Zoo day will be confirmed once we know how many families need transport — some are arranging their own. Let us know which days you can make it, how many adults and students are coming, and your students' ages so we can plan everything properly.

Friday is the Australia Zoo day · Saturday is the gathering at Habitat Noosa.

List each student's age so we can plan age-appropriate connection activities.

Your numbers help us confirm whether a bus is needed for Friday and arrange seating for Saturday.

You're confirmed!

Thanks — we've noted your numbers. We'll be in touch with final details for the Australia Zoo day and Saturday at Habitat Noosa.

Included with every family

Use it. Keep it.

Included Saturday
Complimentary · Every family

KTA+ Inquiry Cards

Every family attending Saturday's gathering receives a pack of KTA+ Inquiry Cards — a thoughtfully designed tool for sparking deeper thinking and meaningful conversation, created by TTN founder Kale Kneale.

Included with your Saturday registration — no extra cost
Wilderness Marquee interior
Wilderness Marquee exterior
Wilderness Marquee · Confirmed
Habitat Noosa, Lake Cootharaba
Saturday venue

The Wilderness
Marquee

Set in the natural beauty of Habitat Noosa on the shores of Lake Cootharaba, the Wilderness Marquee seats up to 70 families in a light-filled, open-sided space surrounded by bushland. It's the perfect setting for a day of real connection, shared activities, and a relaxed evening around the fire.

  • Student connection activities
  • KTA+ Inquiry Card sessions
  • Shared tasks & challenges
  • Parent roundtables
  • Lakeside activities
  • Optional meals
  • Campfire evening — hot dogs, s'mores & lakeside connection
Confirm your attendance
Who it's for

This gathering is for you if…

Why we're gathering

Because families need more than information. They need belonging.

Many families pursuing a different education pathway can feel isolated. This weekend exists to create real connection, shared encouragement, and a deeper sense that you are part of a movement — not just a method.

Together, we are raising Kingdom Thinkers.
Accommodation

Flexible accommodation. Lower pressure. More freedom.

Families arrange their own accommodation, giving you the freedom to choose what works best for your budget and family needs. We'll share curated recommendations once you confirm your attendance.

Recommended areas
Habitat Noosa Noosaville Tewantin Noosa Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Once you confirm your attendance, we will send options for staying and places to visit as part of our communication with you before the weekend event.