The Solar Gateway
Spiritual Intensive with Shakti Durga
20 - 22 December 2026 (SYD)
THREE MORNINGS OF SACRED FIRE, SOLAR WISDOM AND AWAKENING
Ceremony, initiations, discourse in a very special celebration.
This summer solstice, join us at the Harmony Centre ashram in Cooranbong, or online, for three mornings devoted to renewal, illumination and the unfolding of our individual and shared path.
Drawing upon the Sun Mysteries and the wisdom of Artha, we will contemplate the Sun as Hiranyagharba, the golden womb of creation: a sacred presence through which fresh inspiration, understanding and possibility may emerge. Through fire ceremony, wisdom teachings and experiential practice, we will make space to release what has run its course, listen for the guidance of our souls, and welcome the next chapter of our lives.
On day one we will contemplate Ma Durga as the goddess of fire arising through the Sun.
On day two we will contemplate Saraswati as the light of all wisdom.
On day three we will awaken the Maha Lakshmi, the golden grace that propels us forward into a new enclosure of consciousness as we embrace life being lived at a different level.
Our journey will embrace confidence and hope for our future, for the now, and both personal awakening and the life we create together.
Come with an open heart, bringing your prayers for yourself, your loved ones and our world. Together, let us approach the golden gateway and welcome what is ready to unfold.
The Solar Gateway Spiritual Intensive
Event Schedule
All events will be held in person at the Harmony Centre, Cooranbong, and broadcast online unless otherwise stated. Please be aware that the programme may vary, and any changes will be communicated via Zoom and Mighty.
Day One — Sunday 20 Dec
Ma Durga, The Goddess of Fire Arising Through the Sun
9am - Fire Ceremony
10:30am — Satsang
Day Two — Monday 21 Dec
Saraswati, The Light of All Wisdom
9am — Fire Ceremony
10am — Morning Tea Break
10.30am — Wisdom Session: Saraswati, the Light of All Wisdom
Day Three — Tuesday 22 Dec
Maha Lakshmi, Golden Grace & New Beginnings
9am — Fire Ceremony
10am — Morning Tea Break
10.30am — Wisdom Session: Awakening Maha Lakshmi
All times AEDT (Sydney). Programme subject to change.
The Solar Gateway — USA West Coast Schedule
Day One — Saturday 19 December
Ma Durga, The Goddess of Fire Arising Through the Sun
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3:30pm — Satsang
Day Two — Sunday 20 December
Saraswati, The Light of All Wisdom
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3pm — Break
3:30pm — Wisdom Session: Saraswati, the Light of All Wisdom
Day Three — Monday 21 December
Maha Lakshmi, Golden Grace & New Beginnings
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3pm — Break
3:30pm — Wisdom Session: Awakening Maha Lakshmi
All times PST (USA West Coast). Programme subject to change.
The Solar Gateway — USA West Coast Schedule
Day One — Saturday 19 December
Ma Durga, The Goddess of Fire Arising Through the Sun
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3:30pm — Satsang
Day Two — Sunday 20 December
Saraswati, The Light of All Wisdom
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3pm — Break
3:30pm — Wisdom Session: Saraswati, the Light of All Wisdom
Day Three — Monday 21 December
Maha Lakshmi, Golden Grace & New Beginnings
2pm — Fire Ceremony
3pm — Break
3:30pm — Wisdom Session: Awakening Maha Lakshmi
All times PST (USA West Coast). Programme subject to change.
The Solar Gateway — UK Schedule
Day One — Saturday 19 December
Ma Durga, The Goddess of Fire Arising Through the Sun
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11:30pm — Satsang
Day Two — Sunday 20 December
Saraswati, The Light of All Wisdom
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11pm — Break
11:30pm — Wisdom Session: Saraswati, the Light of All Wisdom
Day Three — Monday 21 December
Maha Lakshmi, Golden Grace & New Beginnings
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11pm — Break
11:30pm — Wisdom Session: Awakening Maha Lakshmi
All times GMT (London, UK). Programme subject to change.
The Solar Gateway — UK Schedule
Day One — Saturday 19 December
Ma Durga, The Goddess of Fire Arising Through the Sun
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11:30pm — Satsang
Day Two — Sunday 20 December
Saraswati, The Light of All Wisdom
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11pm — Break
11:30pm — Wisdom Session: Saraswati, the Light of All Wisdom
Day Three — Monday 21 December
Maha Lakshmi, Golden Grace & New Beginnings
10pm — Fire Ceremony
11pm — Break
11:30pm — Wisdom Session: Awakening Maha Lakshmi
All times GMT (London, UK). Programme subject to change.
Sponsor the Ceremonies
Fire Ceremony — $54 AUD per day
All Ceremonies — $162 AUD
Attending a sacred act places one in a general field of bliss and grace. Sponsoring is more like the Goddess turning and looking at you directly, with powerful depth of understanding and compassion — giving vast blessings that impact the spirit and soul in powerful ways, tailored immaculately to your own karma and dharma.
You are invited to sponsor for yourself or a loved one. The ceremonies will be held at the Harmony Centre in Cooranbong, Australia, and available to watch LIVE online through our Mighty community space.
Shakti Durga is an internationally recognised spiritual teacher, master healer, author and founder of Shanti Mission – School for the Soul.
A former barrister, Shakti Durga has spent over three decades exploring and teaching meditation, energy healing and spiritual wisdom, bringing ancient teachings into practical, everyday life.
Known for her warmth, humour and deeply insightful approach, she inspires people to connect with their soul, discover their purpose and experience greater peace, love and grace.
At The Solar Gateway, Shakti Durga will guide us through three mornings of sacred fire, solar wisdom and spiritual awakening.
Shakti Durga is an internationally recognised spiritual teacher, master healer, author and founder of Shanti Mission – School for the Soul.
A former barrister, Shakti Durga has spent over three decades exploring and teaching meditation, energy healing and spiritual wisdom, bringing ancient teachings into practical, everyday life.
Known for her warmth, humour and deeply insightful approach, she inspires people to connect with their soul, discover their purpose and experience greater peace, love and grace.
At The Solar Gateway, Shakti Durga will guide us through three mornings of sacred fire, solar wisdom and spiritual awakening.
Absolutely! The Solar Gateway will be available both in person at the Harmony Centre and online, so you can participate from wherever you are in the world.
Each morning begins at 9am and concludes at approximately 12:30pm, Sydney daylight saving time (AEDT).
We look forward to welcoming you, wherever you join us from.
Absolutely! The Solar Gateway will be available both in person at the Harmony Centre and online, so you can participate from wherever you are in the world.
Each morning begins at 9am and concludes at approximately 12:30pm, Sydney daylight saving time (AEDT).
We look forward to welcoming you, wherever you join us from.
Shanti Mission Harmony Centre is nestled within 65 acres of beautiful gardens and natural bushland in the peaceful Martinsville Valley, near Cooranbong, NSW.
Home to Shanti Mission, the Centre offers a welcoming sanctuary for meditation, sacred ceremony, spiritual learning and connection with like-minded people.
Address: 213 Martinsville Road, Cooranbong NSW 2265.
Parking is available on site.
Shanti Mission Harmony Centre is nestled within 65 acres of beautiful gardens and natural bushland in the peaceful Martinsville Valley, near Cooranbong, NSW.
Home to Shanti Mission, the Centre offers a welcoming sanctuary for meditation, sacred ceremony, spiritual learning and connection with like-minded people.
Address: 213 Martinsville Road, Cooranbong NSW 2265.
Parking is available on site.
We recommend comfortable, loose-fitting clothing suitable for meditation and sacred ceremony. As we will be gathering in a sacred space, we encourage clothing that covers your shoulders and legs.
You may also like to bring a light layer, comfortable shoes and a sunhat for time spent outdoors.
We recommend comfortable, loose-fitting clothing suitable for meditation and sacred ceremony. As we will be gathering in a sacred space, we encourage clothing that covers your shoulders and legs.
You may also like to bring a light layer, comfortable shoes and a sunhat for time spent outdoors.
We recommend bringing a water bottle, notebook and pen, and anything that helps you feel comfortable during meditation.
Most importantly, bring an open heart, your prayers and your intentions for the next chapter of your life.
We recommend bringing a water bottle, notebook and pen, and anything that helps you feel comfortable during meditation.
Most importantly, bring an open heart, your prayers and your intentions for the next chapter of your life.
We have a 30-minute morning tea break scheduled each day from 10am to 10.30am, offering a lovely opportunity to relax, connect with others and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
We invite everyone attending in person to bring a vegetarian plate to share with the community, so we can enjoy a delicious morning tea together.
We have a 30-minute morning tea break scheduled each day from 10am to 10.30am, offering a lovely opportunity to relax, connect with others and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
We invite everyone attending in person to bring a vegetarian plate to share with the community, so we can enjoy a delicious morning tea together.
Our morning programme concludes at approximately 12:30pm each day, so there is no scheduled lunch break.
If you would like to stay and enjoy the peaceful grounds afterwards, you are welcome to bring a vegetarian picnic lunch.
The Harmony Centre is a vegetarian, alcohol-free and smoke-free environment.
Our morning programme concludes at approximately 12:30pm each day, so there is no scheduled lunch break.
If you would like to stay and enjoy the peaceful grounds afterwards, you are welcome to bring a vegetarian picnic lunch.
The Harmony Centre is a vegetarian, alcohol-free and smoke-free environment.
Limited camping may be available at the Harmony Centre by prior arrangement, for a cost of $30 per night.
Please contact the Harmony Centre team on info@shantimission.org to organise your space.
Whilst bathroom and kitchen facilities are available for use outside of operational hours, you will need to organise your own refrigeration alternative as we have limited capacity during event times.
Limited camping may be available at the Harmony Centre by prior arrangement, for a cost of $30 per night.
Please contact the Harmony Centre team on info@shantimission.org to organise your space.
Whilst bathroom and kitchen facilities are available for use outside of operational hours, you will need to organise your own refrigeration alternative as we have limited capacity during event times.