Essentially, Mother does it all. 

The following are some of the ways She uses the Trustee-Directors, builders and volunteers as Her instruments.

 

TRUSTEES SAVED COLLECTIVE $170,000 ON STAMP DUTY

Pursuing an extensive, complicated application process to government departments the LETA Trustee-Directors were granted dispensation on Stamp Duty on the transfer of two properties resulting in a saving to the Collective of $170,000.

 

2012: TRUSTEES RECEIVE ACNC STATUS FOR SAHAJA YOGA

Following a comprehensive process to arrange our legal and other structures to comply with requirements, the LETA Trustees lodged a successful application with the ACNC (Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission) for Sahaja Yoga Meditation Australia / Life Eternal Trust Australia to receive ‘Registered Charity’ status which provides extensive Tax and other benefits.  

 

The Trustees are constantly looking for ways to improve our financial, properties and facilities aspects for the Collective.

 

2018: BALMORAL SOLAR SYSTEM GREAT FOR SAVINGS AND THE PLANET

The Trustee-Directors in close consultation with the NSW Collective installed 10kW of solar panels and 40kW/h battery storage arrangement at the Balmoral property.

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In the first 3.5 years the solar and battery arrangement have reduced the properties electricity costs by over $9000. At this rate, the instalment will cover its own costs within another 12.5 years and with growing electricity costs the rate of savings is due to be faster. In the first 3.5 years, the arrangement has generated 50,600kW/h of electricity which is equivalent to 35.9 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide not being emitted into the atmosphere (ether) by coal powerplant electricity generation.

 

We hope to increase the quantity of panels in the near future to make the most of the arrangement and balance the properties consumption better, based on the properties heavy intermittent use and use even less coal generated electricity.

 

2018: BALMORAL WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

As the first step toward the planned development for Balmoral the wastewater management system was upgraded from a small domestic treatment system suitable for 23 people to a commercial system large enough to service our growing collectives needs as well as the occasional several week long international event.

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The new wastewater management system treats the effluent to a level which exceeds the local government and EPA requirements and thus provides minimal impact to the environment. A wastewater management system manual has been created for clear explanation of operation, design, troubleshooting, fault reporting and repair procedures as a requirement of the local council.

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The upgrade required a special development application, certification and operation permission. Ongoing and regular checking and laboratory testing is an ongoing requirement of the Directors which gets reported to the local Council.

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2020: SUCCESSFUL INSURANCE CLAIM COVERS REMEDIATION OF PROPERTY AT BALMORAL

Following the devastating 2019/2020 bushfires which cause extensive damage to the properties infrastructure, the Trustee-Directors applied for and received insurance funds which covered the costs of property clean up and remediation of the properties fences, water tanks, Mothers cottage, irrigation system, property lighting and allowed the addition of new landscaped areas and an upgraded electrical supply to 3-phase.

 

Thanks to the volunteers and the team of dedicated Sahaja Yoga builders who put their love and effort into the project and made its completion possible.

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2020: $50,000 GRANT FROM COMMONWEALTH BANK

​The LETA Directors applied for and received $50,000 from the Commonwealth Bank relating to the 2019/2020 bushfires. The funds were used to purchase a new tractor and chainsaw for the property as well as contribute towards the construction of an industrial size shed.

 

2020: $50,000 GRANT FROM GOVERNMENT

​The LETA Directors applied for and received $50,000 from the Australian Government relating to the 2019/2020 bushfires. The funds were used to construct an industrial sized shed to house and protect the properties machinery, equipment and materials.

 

2022 (WORKS IN PROGRESS): SUCCESSFUL INSURANCE CLAIM COVERS REPAIRS AT BURWOOD

Following unexpected stormwater damage at Shri Mataji’s Burwood home, the Trustee-Directors applied for and received insurance funds which are being used to carry out remediation and preventative upgrades to the stormwater drainage on the property. Thanks to the volunteers and the team of dedicated Sahaja Yoga builders who are putting their love into the project.

 

IN PROCESS: PROPERTY OPERATION MANUALS FOR ALL SAHAJA YOGA PROPERTIES

Property operation manuals are being created as each property has its own unique set up and operation. In order for yogi’s easy reference to stay on top of general maintenance, major repairs and associated contacts/tradesmen, stocking of necessary items, safety inspections and compliance, fire safety management, cleanliness, amenities operation, troubleshooting, desired upgrades and more. 

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IN PROCESS: BURWOOD REZONING

The Trustee-Directors have submitted and are continually pursuing Development Plans and an Applications for rezoning No 10 Clarence Street, Burwood with the local Council to again allow Collective Programs and events at Shri Mataji’s Burwood home.

 

The Trustee Directors continually encourage all Sahaja Yogis to respect the current Councils regulations regarding the property and be patient to ensure a smooth transition to rezoning.

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IN PROCESS: ASSISTING IN THE SEARCH FOR AN ADELAIDE CENTRE

The Adelaide Collective continue to investigate potential properties to establish their State Centre and Life Eternal Properties Australia (LEPA) as the sole corporate Trustee within LETA has been assisting with Legal, Financial, Planning, property locating and suitability and other advice on all occasions.

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UPCOMING: METHODS OF REDUCING OUR GREENHOUSE EMISSIONS

The Trustee-Directors believe in reducing our ‘carbon footprint’ effect on Mother Earth and doing our part for the benevolence of Sahaja Yogis in the future and thus will be looking into methods to achieve this on all properties like renewable energy, improved recycling and waste reduction.

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ONGOING: SUPPORT TO MOTHERS LOVE CHILDCARE

Mother Love being founded by Shri Mataji is part of Her vision and legacy and in turn the Trustee-Directors endeavour to support Mothers Love Childcare in any way that is needed. Preserving Mother’s endeavours are all Sahaja Yogis responsibilities.

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ONGOING: CONSTANT CHECKING TO ENSURE LEGAL COMPLIANCE

With legislation constantly changing the Trustees regularly check to ensure our comprehensive required Policies and Guidelines are compliant, and seek expert legal advice where required to keep our policies updated. We strongly recommend Sahaja Yogis take the time to read our policies. (Link to Policies page)

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COMMITMENT TO PRESERVING SHRI MATAJI'S ADVICE AND GUIDANCE

As the authority appointed by Her Holiness the Trustees are committed to fulfilling their promise to Her that they will record, preserve, and maintain Her advice and instructions for conducting Sahaja Yoga into the future, and resist attempts to change the essence of Her Divine guidance.

 

Examples include Her advice about the established transparent 2 stage vibration selection of Councillors /Coordinators, Marriages, the Protection of Children, Dharma in all areas of Sahaja Yoga, and full adherence to all government and legislative requirements.

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Representatives and all Sahaja Yogis are expected to honour and respect HH Shri Mataji's instructions and Will and strongly defend Her guidance and any attempts to disregard or dishonour Her advice.

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Photos of some works and improvements at HH Shri Mataji's Balmoral National Centre.

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