Aug 1, 2025 | Events, Latest, Programme
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
Jul 18, 2025 | Events, Programme, Regular Activities
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
Jun 26, 2025 | Events, Latest, Programme
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.
May 21, 2025 | Events, Latest, Programme
Join us on Sun 8 June to welcome Bhante and Sister back to Aloka…
10:00 am Chanting, Meditation & Blessings
11:30am Lunch dana*
12:30pm Dhamma talk by Bhante Mahinda
*Please bring a vegetarian dish to share for lunch.
For those who have been practising and/or reading Bhante’s booklet, please click below to submit questions* about Metta and Mindfulness.
*Note: If time permits, questions will be answered during Bhante’s Dhamma talk on 8 June, or otherwise, at another session to be organised later in June (TBC).
Apr 10, 2025 | Events, Latest, Programme
Join us to celebrate Vesak on 11, 12 & 18 May 2025
Vesak Eve – Sun 11 May
5:45pm Light Offering
6pm Chanting & meditation at the Aloka Stupa
Closing date for light sponsorship: Fri 9 May
Vesak Day – Mon 12 May
9am – 3pm One-Day Self Retreat at Aloka – Registration required
Please note that this is a self retreat – there will be no guided meditation sessions.
Lunch will be provided for retreat participants.
The Stupa will be open for meditation from 9am-11am and 12:30pm-3pm.
Vesak Celebration – Sun 18 May
10am Chanting & meditation
11:30am Lunch (Please bring a vegetarian dish to share)
12:30pm Dhamma talk by Bhante Mahinda via Zoom**
The Aloka Stupa will be open after the talk until 3pm.
**Please note that Bhante’s talk will be screened live, onsite at Aloka. There is no online event.
Organised by Australian Buddhist Mission Inc.
Apr 8, 2025 | Events, Latest, Programme
Join us for merit-making activity to prepare Aloka’s grounds ahead of Vesak celebrations in May. All welcome, including family and friends.
Date: Sunday 20 April
Time: 9:30 am – 3pm
*Please RSVP by Sun, 13 Apr 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 20 Apr but would like to help out on another day, please contact Aloka.
Click here to RSVP
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
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