Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Awards 2025
This year, Tama participated in the Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Awards, recommended by my dear friend Anna Davies from Refined Wellness. It was an incredible experience that opened our horizons to the remarkable work others are doing — pioneering the world of wellness and enriching the lives of so many across our community. The entire event was organised so meticulously that everything flowed seamlessly. Kris Abbey, founder of the Awards, did an extraordinary job bringing it all together.
Day 1
Held at the beautiful Gwinganna Retreat in Queensland, we were greeted by warm staff who whisked away our bags and welcomed us into the conference room — where a table of nourishing bites and drinks awaited, prepared by Gwinganna’s incredible kitchen team.
Kris introduced the itinerary, and we dove straight into inspiring talks from professionals in health, wellness, medicine, and biohacking — all transforming the lives of others through their work.
The afternoon flowed into welcoming drinks and live music, an opportunity to connect and share stories, followed by a three-course vegetarian dinner that was nothing short of divine.
Day 2
A full day of inspiration — from speakers and panels to an immersion room showcasing the latest in wellness equipment and skincare innovations. Between sessions, we had the chance to experience the Gwinganna Spa — a true highlight.
That evening, we returned to our rooms to get ready for the Awards Night, held at the Currumbin Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.
Walking through the sanctuary, past koalas and kangaroos, we arrived at a beautifully lit outdoor space. Purple cocktails adorned with flowers were passed around as guests mingled and celebrated. The tables were elegantly set, each with a generous goodie bag — such thoughtful detail.
To our surprise, Tama Wellness was announced as the winner of the People’s Choice Award for Best Wellness Centre.
It was an emotional moment — pure gratitude and validation that the work we do matters. Small business can be challenging, but that moment reminded me that we are exactly where we’re meant to be.
We were also honoured to receive Runner-Up awards for:
Best Urban Wellness Centre
Best Spa Experience for The Masterwork (our signature three-hour journey)
Best Spa Therapist (for myself, Jodie Reynolds)
It was such an honour — and such a joyful evening filled with heartfelt connection and celebration.
Day 3
Our final day brought more inspiring talks, networking, and wellness immersions. It was hard to say goodbye to such a beautiful place — and to the people who made the experience so special.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone I connected with, and to Kris and the team for the opportunity to be part of something so uplifting.
WRITTEN BY JODIE REYNOLDS