Dhamma Talk – In Tribute to the Late Chief Reverend

Sunday, 31 August 2025
In tribute to Chief Reverend, we will be presenting a video including:
- Chief Reverend’s Service to Humanity
- Bhante Mahinda’s short sermon
- Dedication of merits
Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
Time: 8.30pm SYD | MY/SG 6:30pm
Video Premiere Release on YouTube:
Aloka Stupa Anniversary 2025
Programme at Aloka | 20 & 21 Sep (Sat/Sun)
Sat 20 Sep
6:45pm 108 Lights offering
7:00pm Chanting & meditation in the Aloka Stupa
Sponsor a light
(Closing date: 18 Sep)
All-night chanting in the Stupa from 7pm – 7am, dedicated to:
- Those who are unwell
- Departed ones
- World peace
Submit a name for dedication
Groups will be chanting in hourly slots throughout the night. If you wish to participate, please contact us for more details about registering. (Closing date: 12 Sep)
Sun 21 Sep
All-night chanting continues until 7am
5pm SYD / 3pm MY/SG
Bhante’s talk “ĀLOKO UDAPĀDI” via livestream:
Service Day & Shramadana | Sunday 24 August
Join us for merit-making activity to tidy up the gardens at Aloka as we move into spring. All welcome, including family and friends.
Date: Sunday 24 August
Time: 9:30 am – 3pm
*Please RSVP by Sun, 17 August to facilitate lunch arrangements.
If you can assist by providing dana for lunch, please let us know.
If you are unable to come on Sun 24 Aug but would like to help out on another day, please contact Aloka.
Sadhu sadhu sadhu!
What to bring:
– hat & sunscreen
– gardening gloves;
– sturdy, closed shoes or work boots (NO slippers, thongs)
– your own gardening tools (if you have some. Please label with your name)
– water bottle
Weekly Dhamma & Meditation Session at Aloka
Session includes chanting and meditation and is suitable for all, including beginners. Conducted by Bhante or Sister when available, or via recordings when Bhante and Sister are in retreat.
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Bodhi Puja | Sun 6 July
Bhante and Sister will conduct a special Bodhi puja, dedicated to:
- Those who are unwell
- Departed relatives and friends.
Programme
10am Bodhi Puja (at the Bodhi tree opposite the Aloka Stupa)
11:30am Lunch dana (please bring a vegetarian dish to share)
1:00pm Australian Buddhist Mission Inc. (ABM) Annual General Meeting (All members welcome)
Important Parking Information: Parking will not be available opposite the Stupa. This area will be used for passenger drop-off (especially elderly & less-able people) and turning vehicles etc. After dropping off any passengers, please proceed down the hill to the parking area and Dhamma Hall to deliver dishes for lunch dana. A shuttle car will be available for those who require transport from the parking area to the Bodhi tree.

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