BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.bsv.net.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260405T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260405T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260330T094950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T094950Z UID:10001774-1775381400-1775386800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Katapuñño DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Katapuñño\n\nTitle : “Liberation From The Tears Of Pain”\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAbout the Teacher:\nAjahn Katapuñño is a Buddhist Monk from the Thai forest tradition and has stayed both in Thailand and Australia and has also previously resided at the BSV some years ago.\n \nPeople have commented that Ajahn Katapuñño’s style of teaching is “Heartfelt-Poetic and somewhat Unconventional.” He is exploratively drawn to an unknown frequency rather than a standard authoritative Data-Exposition. His approach uses “modern day relatable-parables/real-life stories” as a focal point to lead the mind inwards towards Unification-Dhammic-Insight. \nLunch Dana:\nAt 11 am\, there is rice pindapāta and offering lunch dana to the monastics\, followed by communal lunch.  Please bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and lay community. Ensure all food is freshly cooked and prepared in advance. We kindly request those who wish to make an offering\, to deliver their contribution to the Vihara kitchen upon arrival at the Centre (no later than 10:30am). This will greatly assist with lunch preparation. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sunday-dhamma-talk-ajahn-katapunno/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ajahn-Katapunno.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260404T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260404T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260329T075053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T075256Z UID:10001773-1775291400-1775320200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Katapuñño DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat led by Ajahn Katapuñño\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nTheme: “Exploring The Nature of Dukkha”\nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk \n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 noon – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 pm – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Sutta Discussion:\n \n1.30 pm – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice\n– walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \nand/or \nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 pm – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 pm – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nAbout the Teacher:\nAjahn Katapuñño is a Buddhist Monk from the Thai forest tradition and has stayed both in Thailand and Australia and has also previously resided at the BSV some years ago. \nPeople have commented that Ajahn Katapuñño’s style of teaching is “Heartfelt-Poetic and somewhat Unconventional.” He is exploratively drawn to an unknown frequency rather than a standard authoritative Data-Exposition. His approach uses “modern day relatable-parables/real-life stories” as a focal point to lead the mind inwards towards Unification-Dhammic-Insight. \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking: Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-katapunno/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Day-retreat-Ajahn-Katapunno.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260208T095656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T082713Z UID:10001680-1775088000-1775951999@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Silent Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Brahmali DESCRIPTION:Registrations now open to Members and Non-Members\nThe Retreat is fully booked. Waitlist now open. \n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Info:\nRegistration opens 6pm\, Friday\, 20th February for BSV and BSWA members. The member‑only window will run for two weeks. Any remaining places will then open to non‑members. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nTheme: How to turn your life into a true blessing: the Mahāmangala sutta and much more! \nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nThe Retreat Centre has 24 rooms\, and to accommodate more participants\, you will be sharing a room with another participant of the same gender. \n\nBSV/BSWA Member: $550\nNon-Members: $630\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7-Day Retreat Eligibility:\n\nHave completed at least two (2) weekend retreats at BSV or have participated in organised long meditation retreats elsewhere\nMaintain a regular meditation practice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS from 5:15pm on Thu 02 Apr and a light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:45pm. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sos-retreat-ajahn-brahmali-2026/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ajahn-Brahmali-SOS-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260312T045232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T045232Z UID:10001688-1774776600-1774782000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Venerable Sunandananda DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Venerable Sunandananda\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAbout the Teacher:\nVenerable Sunandananda is a Theravāda Buddhist monk with over ten years of monastic training and teaching experience. He received his ordination and monastic education at Na-Uyana Forest Monastery in Sri Lanka\, where he studied Buddhist scriptures while engaging in intensive meditation practice within the forest monastic tradition. He also trained in Vipassanā meditation at Nissaranavanaya Forest Monastery under the guidance of the Most Venerable Udaeriyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero and undertook intensive practice at Panditarama Meditation Centre in Myanmar in the Mahāsi tradition. \nHe currently serves as a meditation teacher at Bhaddeka Vihari Meditation Center in Ripplebrook\, Victoria\, sharing teachings on meditation\, mindfulness\, and Buddhist philosophy with diverse communities. \nLunch Dana:\nAt 11 am\, there is rice pindapāta and offering lunch dana to the monastics\, followed by communal lunch.  Please bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and lay community. Ensure all food is freshly cooked and prepared in advance. We kindly request those who wish to make an offering\, to deliver their contribution to the Vihara kitchen upon arrival at the Centre (no later than 10:30am). This will greatly assist with lunch preparation. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sunday-dhamma-talk-venerable-sunandananda/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Venerable-Sunandananda.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260307T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260307T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260225T111755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T112158Z UID:10001719-1772872200-1772901000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Sadaro DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat led by Ajahn Sadaro\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV City Centre (Buddhaloka) 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk : \n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 noon – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 pm – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Sutta Discussion:\n \n1.30 pm – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice\n– walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \nand/or \nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 pm – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 pm – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking: Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-sadaro-6/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Day-retreat-Ajahn-Sadaro-7march2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260130T205328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T073439Z UID:10001678-1772755200-1773100799@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Thinking: a Blessing or a Curse? | Long Weekend Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Nissarano DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\nThe retreat is fully booked. Waitlist now open. \n\n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nAjahn Nissarano was born in 1952 in Perth\, Western Australia. In 1997\, he was ordained by Ajahn Brahm as a novice monk and a year later took full ordination. This year will be his 29th Rain’s Retreat\, Vassa. He lived in Sri Lanka from 2006 to 2019\, for almost 14 years. During that period he spent 8 years living in a cave on the side of a beautiful mountain\, surrounded by forest and going for alms round to the village below. It was an idyllic experience\, though not without its challenges\, that he will always treasure. He returned to Australia regularly to teach\, primarily at the Buddhist Society of Victoria. In January 2021 with the blessing of Ajahn Brahm\, he became the resident Senior Monk at Newbury Buddhist Monastery\, about 90 km from Melbourne\, which has now become his base \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nTitle: Thinking: a Blessing or a Curse? : Relating to Thinking in Our Meditation and Daily LifeThis retreat will use key teachings by the Buddha (MN\, 18\, 19 & 20) to understand the conditioned process which is driving thinking and how we can deal with it in meditation and life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond Donation:\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy \n\nBSV: $250\nNon-Members: $330\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS to check in from 5:15pm on Fri 06 Mar.\nA light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3pm on Mon 09 Mar. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sos-retreat-ajahn-nissarano-mar2026/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SOS-Nissarano-MAR-2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20260119T062410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T062410Z UID:10001666-1770453000-1770481800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Mudito DESCRIPTION:A digital detox. A meditation day without a screen | Led by Ajahn Mudito\nSaturday 7th February 2026\n8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nBSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk\n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 noon – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 pm – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation\n \n1.30 pm – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation\nand/or\nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 pm – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 pm – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to turn off their phones or turn them to silent. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking:\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation.\nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-mudito-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Day-retreat-Ajahn-Mudito.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20251210T224136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T120434Z UID:10001652-1769126400-1769471999@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:The Gift of Peace | Long Weekend Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Mudito DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\nThe retreat is fully booked. Waitlist now open.\n \n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nAjahn Mudito was born in a small village in northern Finland. In his early twenties\, he travelled to the United States\, where he worked in various jobs and later returned to Finland to spend several years working alongside his father in construction. During his time in New York\, his long-standing interest in Buddhism deepened\, and he began meditating with various groups; however\, he struggled to find a teacher whose approach truly resonated with him. \nThis changed when he encountered Ajahn Brahm during a visit to New York to promote Open the Door of Your Heart. The clarity and grounded simplicity of Ajahn Brahm’s teachings had a profound impact on him. In 2010\, he went to Bodhinyana Monastery in Western Australia and ordained as a bhikkhu in 2012. \nAjahn Mudito spent several years at Newbury Buddhist Monastery\, supporting the development of the monastery and meditation centre. In 2024\, he returned to reside at Bodhinyana Monastery. His teaching style follows Ajahn Brahm’s easy-going\, down-to-earth approach\, emphasising kindness\, simplicity\, and steady practice. \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThis retreat will explore the Buddha’s training in cultivating a peaceful mind. When there is peace\, our actions of body\, speech\, and mind naturally become gentle. In this way\, we learn to offer the gift of peace to ourselves and to our spiritual companions. This weekend retreat will help quieten your mind and find happiness that comes from calm and peace. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy \n\nBSV: $250\nNon-Members: $330\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS to check in from 5:15pm on Fri 23 January.\nA light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3pm on Monday 26 January. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/the-gift-of-peace-long-weekend-meditation-retreat-ajahn-mudito/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Ajahn-Mudito-January-2026-retreat-slider.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108 DTSTAMP:20260428T042434 CREATED:20251119T102642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T102954Z UID:10001635-1767312000-1767830399@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Develop Insight in Space | 6 day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Vimokkha DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\nThe retreat is fully booked. Waitlist now open.\n \n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nMedhino Bhikkhu\, Ph.D.\, more widely known as the Venerable Vimokkha\, is the abbot of Wat Pipphalivanaram\, founded by the Great Master Kassapamuni in Rayong Province\, Thailand. Ven. Vimokkha excels at teaching mindfulness and vipassana insight meditation with techniques blending lessons from Thailand’s great masters with his own self-discoveries. Ven. Vimokkha’s teachings are best described as accessible and pragmatic. They are aimed at an immediate direct experience of the nature of mind. His palpable power\, charisma\, and cheerful encouragement make him a truly unique master well-suited for these times. \nVen. Vimokkha pioneered a workplace mindfulness meditation training program used by companies and local government agencies. He travels widely to teach mindfulness meditation in accordance with the four foundations of mindfulness in Buddhist context and he has active students throughout the world\, including Thailand\, Malaysia\, Australia\, the United Kingdom\, the Netherlands\, Switzerland\, Germany\, Italy\, Poland\, Hungary\, Ukraine\, Russia\, and the United States. \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThe retreat is themed – Develop Insight in Space –The Space Element in the context of the mind and heart is a powerful concept in meditation and mindfulness practices\, providing a way to cultivate spaciousness in both mental and emotional realms\, thereby leading to greater clarity\, peace\, and insight. \nThe Space Element can be visualized as the vastness within which thoughts arise and dissolve. In recognizing that thoughts are just fleeting phenomena within this mental space\, practitioners can develop a sense of detachment from their mental activity\, enabling a reduction in identification with thoughts and helps in understanding that they are not the true self. \nThe mind can be seen as a boundless space where thoughts\, emotions\, and perceptions arise and cease. Thoughts are allowed to arise and cease without attachment\, fostering a deeper awareness of the mind’s impermanent and transient nature. \nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy \n\nBSV: $410\nNon-Members: $490\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS from 5:15pm on Fri 2 January and a light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3pm on Wed 7 January. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/develop-insight-in-space-6-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-vimokkha/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SOS-Vimokka-January-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251226T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251230T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20251201T080622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T222337Z UID:10001649-1766739600-1767106800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Christmas Season Retreat | Ajahn Nissarano DESCRIPTION:Christmas Season Retreat | A laid-back five day feast of meditation\, Dhamma discussion and contemplation | led by Ajahn Nissarano\nDates: Friday\, 26th to Tuesday\, 30th December 2025\nTime: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (daily\, except Sunday 28th December\, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Individual Meditation)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nTheme: “Give Yourself a Gift : a Gift of Inner Peace\, Acceptance & Happiness”\nThe focus of these meditation days will be guided meditations\, individual meditations\, Dhamma discussions and contemplations. We will use the verses of the treasure house of the Dhammapada\, a collection of verses by the Buddha. \nProgramme:\n9:00 am – 10:00 am \n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts (5 & 8 precepts)\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Dhammapada Verse for the day\n– Guided meditation\n– Guidelines for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11:00 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday\nParticipants\, please bring your own lunch \n12:00 – 12:30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12:30 – 1:30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Discussion of Daily Dhammapada verse\n \n1:30 – 2:30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation\nand/or\n– Short individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2:30 – 3:00 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! Please feel free to join for a session\, a whole day or all 5 days! Registration not required. \nParking\n– Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation\, except for Sunday\, 28th December.\n– Be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/christmas-season-retreat-ajahn-nissarano/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Christmas-season-retreat-2025-revised-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20251116T051952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T225950Z UID:10001640-1765009800-1765038600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Aranavihari DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat led by Aranavihari\nDate: Saturday\, 6th December 2025\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk : \n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Sutta Discussion:\n \n1.30 – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation\nand/or\n– Short individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session of the day. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\n– Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation.\n– Be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-aranavihari-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/A-day-of-peaceful-meditation-day-6dec-AA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20251105T104858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T225019Z UID:10001637-1764892800-1765151999@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Meditation brings wisdom | Weekend Meditation Retreat | Pip Ransome DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\nFully booked – Waitlist now open\n  \n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nBorn and growing up in Melbourne\, for thirty years Pip Ransome worked in community development\, fifteen of them alongside the Yorta-Yorta people of northeast Victoria. In 1993 Pip was authorised to teach meditation and the Buddha-Dhamma by highly-esteemed Buddhist nun Venerable Ayya Khema. While maintaining her own practice\, she has taught\, quietly and with diligence\, for over thirty years. She now enjoys a secluded life in a seaside village on the Mornington Peninsula\, Victoria\, while continuing to offer Dhamma.. \n‘Only Nibbana is permanent.Only Nibbana is permanent.And Nibbana is not’.– Ven. Ayya Khema. 13/2/1992 \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThe retreat\, Meditation brings wisdom\, will be based on Ayya Khema’s clear\, concise and complete Dhamma teaching. The programme will be similar to her retreats\, with time for calm meditation\, contemplation for insight\, Dhamma talks\, Metta Sutta chanting and some opportunity for individual talks about meditation practice. A short handout will be available\, and Pip’s books may be purchased on request. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy \n\nBSV: $170\nNon-Members: $250\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS from 5:15pm on Fri 5 December and a light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3:00pm on Sun 7 December. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/journey-to-tranquility-weekend-meditation-retreat-pip-ransome/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pip-Ransome-December-2025-revised.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251101T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251101T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20251003T094523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T091655Z UID:10001621-1761985800-1762014600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Bhante Joe DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Led by Bhante Joe\nSaturday 1st November 2025 \nTime: 8.30am to 4.30pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 – 8.45am\n– Welcome\n– Introduction\n– Taking of Refuges and 5 & 8 Precepts\n– Chanting \n8.45 – 9.15am\n– Dhamma Talk \n9.15 – 10am\n– Guided Meditation \n10.00 – 11am\n– Individual Meditation (Sitting or Walking or Contemplation) \n11:00am – 12noon\nLunch Break for Meals \n12.00 – 1.30pm\n– Personal time breaks or Individual Self Meditation \n1.30 – 2.15pm\n– Talk / guided meditation\n \n2.15 – 3.00pm\n– Walking or sitting meditation \n3.00 – 3.30pm\n– Interviews \n3.30 – 4.30pm\n– Dhamma discussion and closing homage \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to turn off their phones or turn them to silent. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking:\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation.\nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \nAbout the Teacher\nBhante Joe was born in London\, Ontario\, in 1983. Growing up\, he was interested in business and computers. A spiritual vocation seemed extremely unlikely. However\, in high school\, he was given a book as a joke\, which contained teachings from an assortment of religions. Browsing through it\, he came to a description of the four noble truths. After reading the four noble truths\, he was converted. \nIn high school and university\, Bhante attended the Toronto Zen Buddhist Temple. He eventually moved in and started training part-time to become a priest. In 2006\, he took up full-time training at the Temple. However\, an attraction to Theravada Buddhism pulled him towards the Thai Forest Tradition. He attended a day-long retreat with Ajahn Viradhammo in 2007. At the retreat\, he learned about the newly-established Tisaraṇa Buddhist Monastery. He found his way to Tisaraṇa and was ordained as an anagārika in 2008. \nIn 2010\, Bhante Joe was ordained as a bhikkhu with Ajahn Viradhammo as his preceptor. Bhante trained at Tisaraṇa\, with one year in Thailand\, until 2015. In 2015\, his teacher released him from dependence. He spent six months at a monastery in California and then returned to Canada to stay in the Toronto area. \nBhante Joe stayed in the Toronto area from 2016 until 2019. In Toronto\, he associated with the Toronto Mahavihara and the West End Buddhist Temple. In November 2019\, he came to Sri Lanka\, where he currently resides. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-bhante-joe/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/A-day-of-peaceful-meditation-Bhante-Joe-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251105 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250924T005537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T083202Z UID:10001618-1761868800-1762300799@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Food for the Mind | 5 Day Retreat | Ajahn Sunyo DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\n(Current State: Open)\n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\n\n\nBhikkhu Sunyo was born in the Netherlands and discovered Buddhism and meditation near the end of high school. After completing university in 2013\, he moved to Bodhinyana Monastery to become a monk—and has called it home ever since. \nHe’s known for his deep knowledge of Pali\, which he’s been teaching at Bodhinyana for over six years. His first public talk at Dhammaloka in 2020 was warmly received\, and he’s since offered several teachings\, including co-leading the Early Buddhism Series with Ajahn Brahmali – Dependent Origination Workshops. \nBhikkhu Sunyo is deeply grateful to all who have supported his journey\, especially those who’ve offered food and shelter along the way. \nAbout the Retreat:\nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\n\nSingle Occupancy: $330 (Members) | $410 (Non-Members)\n\nNot a member? Join here \n\n\n \n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nSanctuary Of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA\nCheck-in from 5:15pm on Fri 31 Oct with a light supper offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:45pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3pm on Tue 04 Nov. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/food-for-the-mind-ajahn-sunyo/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ajahn-Sunyo-Retreat-2025-WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251004T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251004T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250923T235130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T065015Z UID:10001609-1759566600-1759595400@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Nissarano DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | A one day silent meditation retreat | Led by Ajahn Nissarano\nSaturday 4th October 2025 \n“Being at Home With Yourself: Finding Your Inner Refuge”\nThe focus for this meditation retreat day will be finding our inner refuge\, a sense of safety and security inside\, in the present moment through kindness and self acceptance. \nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk: “Being at home with yourself: finding your inner refuge”\n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation\n \n1.30 – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation\nand/or\nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to turn off their phones or turn them to silent. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking:\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation.\nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-nissarano-6/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/A-day-of-peaceful-meditation-AN-4oct25.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250920T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250617T042556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T084455Z UID:10001554-1758358800-1758384000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Mindful Day | Ajahn Sadaro DESCRIPTION:Free One Day Meditation Retreat\nEver wanted just one day of peace? Feel like your life and responsibilities never seem to stop or even pause? Would you like to take just one day out for yourself to relax and spend some time meditating without any other worries? You can put everything down for the day and come to the free meditation retreat offered at the Buddhist Society of Victoria’s meditation centre. \nOn the One Mindful Day Retreat\, you will receive multiple guided meditation sessions by an experienced Buddhist monk to quieten your restless thoughts through developing mindfulness\, calm\, contentment and acceptance. Also\, you will also have the opportunity to improve the quality of your heart and mind by developing other areas of a healthy and well-balanced mindful life. These include: \n\nMeditation discussion groups (develop community and friendship)\nIndividual question time with a Buddhist monk (develop wisdom)\nShared communal lunch (practicing generosity and sharing)\n\nThis free one-day meditation retreat from 9am to 4pm is suitable for those who are new or interested in learning meditation\, or for those who have just begun a meditation journey and want to improve their practice. You will have the opportunity to ask an experienced Buddhist monk your own questions about meditation. Attendance for the full day is not required\, feel free to come according to your schedule. Registration is also not required. \nNote: Please bring a plate of food that will be included in the shared communal lunch (anything is fine) \nProgramme for the Day:\n0900 Start: outline and guidelines of the day\n0930 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1000 Guided meditation (walking/standing: noble silence time)\n1030 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1045 Prepare for lunch\n1100 Shared communal lunch (bring a plate)\n1200 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1300 Group discussion\n1330 Guided meditation (walking/standing: noble silence time)\n1400 Guided meditation (lying down: noble silence time)\n1430 Individual questions\n1500 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1530 Group questions\n1600 End \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nTo support Noble Silence\, we won’t have Q&A after the Dhamma Talks & Guided Meditation. So please write down your questions or comments a they occur to you during the day and place them in the box in the foyer.  They will be answered during the last session for the day\, between 3.30 – 4.30 pm. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nPlease bring a plate of food that will be included in the shared communal lunch (anything is fine). Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nAll are very welcome!  Registration not required. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n\nOnline Participation:\nThe series is being made available for online participation via ZOOM\, however we do encourage those who live in Melbourne to attend in person.\nMeeting ID: 832 1132 4233 | Passcode: 285150 | ZOOM LINK URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-mindful-day-ajahn-sadaro-5/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Discover Buddhism,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250824T061729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T061941Z UID:10001607-1757147400-1757176200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Sadaro DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat led by Ajahn Sadaro\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV City Centre (Buddhaloka) 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk : \n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Sutta Discussion:\n \n1.30 – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice\n– walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \nand/or \nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking: Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-sadaro-5/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sep-Day-retreat-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250816T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250617T042411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T084529Z UID:10001553-1755334800-1755360000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Mindful Day | Ajahn Sadaro DESCRIPTION:Free One Day Meditation Retreat\nEver wanted just one day of peace? Feel like your life and responsibilities never seem to stop or even pause? Would you like to take just one day out for yourself to relax and spend some time meditating without any other worries? You can put everything down for the day and come to the free meditation retreat offered at the Buddhist Society of Victoria’s meditation centre. \nOn the One Mindful Day Retreat\, you will receive multiple guided meditation sessions by an experienced Buddhist monk to quieten your restless thoughts through developing mindfulness\, calm\, contentment and acceptance. Also\, you will also have the opportunity to improve the quality of your heart and mind by developing other areas of a healthy and well-balanced mindful life. These include: \n\nMeditation discussion groups (develop community and friendship)\nIndividual question time with a Buddhist monk (develop wisdom)\nShared communal lunch (practicing generosity and sharing)\n\nThis free one-day meditation retreat from 9am to 4pm is suitable for those who are new or interested in learning meditation\, or for those who have just begun a meditation journey and want to improve their practice. You will have the opportunity to ask an experienced Buddhist monk your own questions about meditation. Attendance for the full day is not required\, feel free to come according to your schedule. Registration is also not required. \nNote: Please bring a plate of food that will be included in the shared communal lunch (anything is fine) \nProgramme for the Day:\n0900 Start: outline and guidelines of the day\n0930 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1000 Guided meditation (walking/standing: noble silence time)\n1030 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1045 Prepare for lunch\n1100 Shared communal lunch (bring a plate)\n1200 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1300 Group discussion\n1330 Guided meditation (walking/standing: noble silence time)\n1400 Guided meditation (lying down: noble silence time)\n1430 Individual questions\n1500 Guided meditation (sitting: noble silence time)\n1530 Group questions\n1600 End \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nTo support Noble Silence\, we won’t have Q&A after the Dhamma Talks & Guided Meditation. So please write down your questions or comments a they occur to you during the day and place them in the box in the foyer.  They will be answered during the last session for the day\, between 3.30 – 4.30 pm. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nPlease bring a plate of food that will be included in the shared communal lunch (anything is fine). Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nAll are very welcome!  Registration not required. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n\nOnline Participation:\nThe series is being made available for online participation via ZOOM\, however we do encourage those who live in Melbourne to attend in person.\nMeeting ID: 832 1132 4233 | Passcode: 285150 | ZOOM LINK URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-mindful-day-ajahn-sadaro-4/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Discover Buddhism,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250718T071658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T070646Z UID:10001593-1754123400-1754152200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Nissarano DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | A one day silent meditation retreat | Led by Ajahn Nissarano\nSaturday 2nd August 2025 \n“Using Non Self (Anatta) in Our Practice of the Path“ \nDuring this meditation retreat day\, participants will be encouraged to reflect on non self (Anatta) and to use it in their meditation. When we focus on non self\, we are viewing meditation as a process of cause and effect\, not something driven by our sense of ego. \nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV City Centre (Buddhaloka) 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk: Using Non Self (Anatta) in Our Practice of the Path\n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation\n \n1.30 – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation\nand/or\nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice: walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to turn off their phones or turn them to silent. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nDress Warmly\nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking: Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre to ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-nissarano-5/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Monthly-Meditation-Retreat-Aug.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250705T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250705T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250613T081659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T225615Z UID:10001544-1751704200-1751733000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One day silent meditation retreat | Ayya Upekkha DESCRIPTION:One Day Silent Meditation Retreat | Led by Ayya Upekkha\nTime: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\,  71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8:30 am: Chanting in Pali/English\n– Taking the Three Refuges\n– Taking the 5 precepts OR Taking the 8 precepts (till Sunday dawn-break)\n– Recollection of the Buddha\, Dhamma & Sangha\n– Metta Sutta (Pali & English recitation) \n9:00 am: Guided Meditation\n– Sitting\, Walking\, Standing postures \n9:30 am: Noble silence\n– Sitting meditation in hall OR walking meditation outdoors \n11:00 am: Lunch\n– For those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12:30 pm: Personal time\n– Walking meditation and/or rest \n1:30 pm: Noble silence\n– Walking and sitting meditation (self-practice) OR meditation interview (please write names on form provided) \n3:00 pm: Tea break \n3:30 pm:\n– Q & A\n– Discussion\n– Dedication of Merits \n4:30 pm\n– End of Program \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nTo support Noble Silence\, we won’t have Q&A after the Dhamma Talks & Guided Meditation. So please write down your questions or comments a they occur to you during the day and place them in the box in the foyer.  They will be answered during the last session for the day\, between 3.30 – 4.30 pm. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nALL ARE VERY WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-silent-meditation-retreat-ayya-upekkha-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/meditation-day-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250521T223459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T042629Z UID:10001536-1751587200-1751846399@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Our Meditation Palette: Knowing What the Mind Needs | Weekend Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Nissarano DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV/BSWA Members & Non-Members\n(Current State: Waitlist Open)\n\n\n\n \n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nAjahn Nissarano was born in 1952 in Perth\, Western Australia. In 1997\, he was ordained by Ajahn Brahm as a novice monk and a year later took full ordination. This year will be his 27th Rain’s Retreat\, Vassa. He lived in Sri Lanka from 2006 to 2019\, for almost 14 years. During that period he spent 8 years living in a cave on the side of a beautiful mountain\, surrounded by forest and going for alms round to the village below. It was an idyllic experience\, though not without its challenges\, that he will always treasure. He returned to Australia regularly to teach\, primarily at the Buddhist Society of Victoria. In January 2021 with the blessing of Ajahn Brahm\, he became the resident Senior Monk at Newbury Buddhist Monastery\, about 90 km from Melbourne\, which has now become his base. \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThis retreat will work with some of the meditation techniques available to us for developing the mind in stillness\, peace and wisdom. It will be suitable for new and seasoned meditators. This silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\n\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy\n\nBSV: $170\nNon-Members: $250\n\n\n\nNot a member yet? Join here \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nSanctuary Of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA\nRegistrations open at 5:15 pm on Fri 04 July with a light supper offered at 6:30 pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15 pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3:15 pm on Sun 06 July. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/weekend-meditation-retreat-ajahn-nissarano/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SOS-Nissarano-July-2025-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250614T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250614T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250516T071024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T110000Z UID:10001535-1749889800-1749916800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Day Meditation Retreat | Bhante Jinalankara Thero DESCRIPTION:Teachings and Guidance by Bhante Jinalankara Thero\n | One Day Meditation Retreat |\nTime: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nBiography of Bhante Jinalankara Thero \nThe forest-dwelling monk\, the Most Venerable Jinalankara Thero\, entered the noble monastic life in August 1984\, after undergoing preliminary training for about a year. Thereafter\, he was ordained under the guidance of the Most Venerable Kadawedduwe Sri Jinavansa Maha Thero as his preceptor. \nThe basic training he received as a forest-dwelling monk\, along with additional training in various meditation methods such as the teaching style of Ajahn Chah of Thailand\, the Mahasi meditation method of Burma\, and the Pa-Auk meditation system\, cultivated in him a deep wisdom and understanding \nProgramme: \nSession 1 – 8:30 am – 11:00 am \n\nIntroduction\, \nDhamma talk  \nMeditation \n\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Lunch \nSession 2 – 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm  \n\nDhamma talk  \nMeditation \n\nSession 3 – 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm   \n\nQ&A & Conclusion\n\nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided. \nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME!  \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-meditation-retreat-bhante-jinalankara-thero/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jinalankara-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250610 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250329T103605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T103058Z UID:10001495-1749168000-1749513599@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Relax & Grow | Long Weekend Meditation Retreat | Bhantes Cunda & Bodhidhaja DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV/BSWA Members & Non-Members\n(Current State: Waitlist Open)\n\n\n\n \n Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teachers:\nBhante Cunda\, born in Malaysia as Kim Yee Chan\, moved to Perth at age 4 and split his time between there and Christmas Island\, where he discovered Buddhism at 23 through Ajahn Brahm’s meditation tapes. After visiting Bodhinyana Monastery\, he volunteered there for 11 years\, earning the nickname “Monk-anic.” Despite initial parental opposition\, he ordained in 2008\, joining the monastic community\, and his family later accepted his decision. \nBhante Bodhidhaja\, born in Switzerland as Nicolas Vrticka\, encountered Buddhism early on through a neighbor. He became a teacher and chose social work instead of military service. At 21\, he temporarily ordained in India under Acharya Buddharakhita\, adopting the name Bodhidhaja. From 2006\, he practiced and served in various monastic communities\, eventually joining BSWA in Perth in 2010 as an Anagarika\, and receiving full ordination in 2012 under Ajahn Brahm. He remains part of the BSWA monastic community. \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\n\nSingle Occupancy: $250 (Members) | $330 (Non-Members)\n\nNot a member yet? Join here \n\n\n \n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\n\nSanctuary Of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA\n\n\nRegistrations open at 5:15pm on Fri 06 Jun with a light supper offered at 6:30pm.\n\n\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:45pm.\n\n\nRetreat concludes at 3:15pm on Mon 09 Jun. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/relax-grow-long-weekend-meditation-retreat/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Relax-Grow-SOS-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250531T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250531T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250514T045813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T072323Z UID:10001522-1748678400-1748709000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Day Meditation Retreat | Bhantes Cunda & Bodhidhaja DESCRIPTION:Relax & Grow with Bhantes Cunda & Bodhidhaja\nTime: 08:30 am to 4:30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nRelax & Grow with Bhantes Cunda and Bodhidhaja from the BSWA in Perth. They both became Bhikkhus under Ajahn Brahm’s guidance in 2012 and joined Bodhinyana Monastery in 2008 and 2010\, respectively. There will be many of you who know and remember them\, as they helped when Newbury Buddhist Monastery was being established in its early years. \nIn meditation and in life on the Buddhist path we learn to let go of and unburden ourselves (RELAX) from the things that are unwholesome\, unbeneficial and unhelpful\, while developing and cultivating (GROW) the things that are wholesome\, beneficial and helpful. This will gradually purify the heart and mind\, allowing it to become peaceful\, settled and stilled. The prerequisites for natural energy\, clarity and wisdom to arise. \nJoin Bhantes Cunda & Bodhidhaja at the BSV city centre in East Malvern for the BSV meditation day to relax & grow. There will be instruction sessions\, guided meditations\, Q&As\, as well as opportunity for personal practice and interviews with the teachers. \nProgramme: \nMorning \n\n8:30 – 9:00:      Welcome & Introduction\n9:00 – 9:30:      Guided Meditation\n9:30 – 10:00:    Introduction Walking Meditation & Q&A\n10:00 – 11:00:  Individual Sitting Meditation / Walking Meditation / Relax & Grow + opportunity for 15 min interviews with the teachers\n11:00 – 12.00:  Lunch Break\n\nAfternoon \n\n12:00 – 13:00:  Individual Sitting Meditation / Walking Meditation / Relax & Grow\n13:00 – 14:00:  Short Talk & Guided Meditation\n14:00 – 15.00:  Individual Sitting Meditation / Walking Meditation / Relax & Grow + opportunity for 15 min interviews with the teachers\n15:00 – 16:30:  Q&A\, Discussion\, Metta Meditation & Conclusion\n\nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. The doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nBreaks\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-meditation-retreat-bhantes-cunda-and-bodhidhaja/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BSV-Monthly-Meditation-Retreat-Day-SAT-31-MAY-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250415T051557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T034811Z UID:10001497-1747958400-1748217599@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Turning Inwards Seeing Into the Nature of Mind | Weekend Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Vimokkha DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV Members & Non-Members\n\n\n\n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher:\nMedhino Bhikkhu\, Ph.D.\, more widely known as the Venerable Vimokkha\, is the abbot of Wat Pipphalivanaram\, founded by the Great Master Kassapamuni in Rayong Province\, Thailand. Ven. Vimokkha excels at teaching mindfulness and vipassana insight meditation with techniques blending lessons from Thailand’s great masters with his own self-discoveries. Ven. Vimokkha’s teachings are best described as accessible and pragmatic. They are aimed at an immediate direct experience of the nature of mind. His palpable power\, charisma\, and cheerful encouragement make him a truly unique master well-suited for these times. \nVen. Vimokkha pioneered a workplace mindfulness meditation training program used by companies and local government agencies. He travels widely to teach mindfulness meditation in accordance with the four foundations of mindfulness in Budfhist context and he has active students throughout the world\, including Thailand\, Malaysia\, Australia\, the United Kingdom\, the Netherlands\, Switzerland\, Germany\, Italy\, Poland\, Hungary\, Ukraine\, Russia\, and the United States. \n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nVen. Vimokkha will present a pragmatic approach to understanding the nature of the mind. He will first guide practitioners inward through the practices of Samatha and Vipassana\, to develop clear knowing and insight into the mind’s nature. Through his simple yet effective techniques\, one can cultivate this awareness not only during meditation but also in daily work and activities. \nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nAccommodations for this retreat will be single occupancy \n\nBSV: $170\nNon-Members: $250\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS from 5:15pm on Fri 23 May and a light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 3:15pm on Sun 25 May. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sos-weekend-retreat-ajahn-vimokkha-may2025/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SOS-Vimokka-May-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250517T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250517T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250501T233757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T110306Z UID:10001513-1747477800-1747497600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Day Meditation Retreat | Luangta Narongsak Khīṇālayo DESCRIPTION:Teachings and Guidance by Luangta Narongsak Khīṇālayo\nand a Workshop by his Assistant Teachers\n | One Day Meditation Retreat Workshop |\nTime: 10:30 am to 4:00 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nBiography of Luangta Narongsak Khīṇālayo \nLuangta Narongsak was born in Nakhon Sawan Province\, Thailand on Monday\, August 18th\, 1952. He became a lawyer\, barrister and later a judge where he passed the judiciary examination on his first attempt and later succeeded in earning several titles and achievements throughout his career. \nIn 1976\, Luangta Narongsak entered monkhood for a short term under the guidance of Bhikkhu Punyananda. Here he met Luangpu Khao Analayo at Wat Tam Klang Phane\, who guided him in attaining inner peace. As a Lay person\, he continued his practice under many esteemed teachers. He also founded the Dhamma Club for the Court at Saraburi and the Dhamma Practice Club of the Court of Justice in Bangkok. \nAt the age of 59\, Luangta decided to retire and went into monkhood at Wat Komet Rattanaram\, where Chao Khun Medhajarn was his preceptor. After ordination\, Luangta moved to Wat Pa Nak Nimit\, to practice dhamma under the guidance of Luangpu Awan Khemmako for 4 years. Later Luangta returned to Nakhon Sawan Province\, where he received guidance from Luangpu Lee Tanangaro for another 2 years. \nLuangta Narongsak currently resides at Buddha Dhamma Satharn Panjakiri\, where he continues to teach Dhamma. \nProgramme: \nSession 1 – 10:30 am – 1:00 pm \n\nWelcome\nInstruction and guidance by Luangta\nQ & A\n\n1.00 pm – 2.00pm: Lunch \nSession 2 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm  \n\nWorkshop by Luangta’s assistant teachers relating to issues that came up during the first session\nQ & A \nConclusion\n\nPlease note the programme is subject to change. Unlike the usual monthly silent retreat\, there will be some dialogue between participants. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \nVenerable’s teachings across Australia can be found HERE URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-meditation-retreat-luangta-narongsak-khi%e1%b9%87alayo/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Luangta-Narongsak-Khiṇalayo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250503T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250503T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250423T072411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T072411Z UID:10001505-1746261000-1746289800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Aranavihari DESCRIPTION:Monthly Day Meditation Retreat led by Aranavihari\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV City Centre (Buddhaloka) 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk : \n– Guided meditation\n– Q & A\n– Guideline for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\nFor those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Guided Meditation or Sutta Discussion:\n \n1.30 – 2.30 pm\n– Individual practice\nwalking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \nand/or \nShort individual interviews (about 10 minutes) in the dining area next door\, on a first come\, first served basis.\nPlease wait your turn near the backdoor of the dining area \n2.30 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions as they occur to you during the day and put them in the box outside the meditation hall. They will be answered during the last session for the day. \nAs the doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation\, please dress warmly and bring a blanket or meditation shawl if you wish. There is heating in the hall. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. \nQuestions\nPlease write down your questions or comments as they occur to you and put them in the box in the foyer. They will be discussed during the last session for the day\, between 3.30 pm – 4.30 pm. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nEVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking: Please keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre free for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not block driveways in any way. \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monthly-day-meditation-retreat-ajahn-aranavihari/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Monthly-Retreat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250425 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250208T035415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T232912Z UID:10001469-1744848000-1745539199@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Silent Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Brahmali DESCRIPTION:Open to BSV/BSWA Members & Non-Members\nCurrent Status: Waitlisting\n\n\n\n \n Join Waitlist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Retreat:\nThis silent residential retreat consists of walking and sitting meditation practice. There will also be a daily Dhamma Talk and Q&A session. The teachings are sequential during this retreat\, so casual attendance is not possible. Vegetarian lunches will be provided. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRoom Bond:\nThe Retreat Centre has 24 rooms\, and to accommodate more participants\, you will be sharing a room with another participant of the same gender. \n\nBSV/BSWA Member: $570\nNon-Members: $650\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7-Day Retreat Eligibility:\n\nHave completed at least two (2) weekend retreats at BSV or have participated in organised long meditation retreats elsewhere\nMaintain a regular meditation practice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue and Times:\nSanctuary of Stillness (SOS) Meditation Retreat Centre\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, AUSTRALIA \n\nParticipants can arrive at SOS from 5:15pm on Thu 17 Apr and a light supper will be offered at 6:30pm.\nAn introduction and welcome to the retreat will take place at 7:15pm.\nRetreat concludes at 12:15pm on Thu 24 Apr. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/ajahn-brahmali-retreat-apr2025/ LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,SOS Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Ajahn-Brahmali-Retreat-2025-WEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250326T103656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T062039Z UID:10001494-1743841800-1743870600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Day Meditation Retreat | Bhante Sukhacitto DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Insight Dialogue | One Day Meditation Retreat | Led by Bhante Sukhacitto\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\,  71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8:30 am – 11:00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introduction to Insight Dialogue\n– Guided meditation on the six guidelines\n– Group exchange – Q & A \n11:00 am – Lunch\n– For those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12:30 – 4:30 pm\n– Sitting meditation\n– Explanation of Insight Dialogue Technique\n– Insight Dialogue in pairs using contemplations\n– Group exchange – Q & A \n4:25 pm\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nUnlike the usual monthly silent retreat\, there will be some dialogue between participants. \nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nALL ARE VERY WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-silent-meditation-retreat-bhante-sukhacitto-1/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/meditation-day-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250329T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250329T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T042435 CREATED:20250320T050455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T050455Z UID:10001486-1743237000-1743265800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:One Day Silent Meditation Retreat | Ajahn Vimokkha DESCRIPTION:One Day Silent Meditation Retreat | Led by Ajahn Vimokkha\nTime: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\,  71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC 3145 \nProgramme:\n8.30 am – 10.00 am\n– Welcome\n– Taking the Refuges & Precepts – 5 & 8 precepts\n– Chanting (as per BSV Sunday morning programme)\n– Introductory Dhamma Talk\n– Guided meditation\n– Guidelines for walking meditation \n10:00 am – 11 am\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n11:00 am – Lunch\n– For those taking 8 precepts\, please eat before midday \n12 – 12.15 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n12.15 – 1.30 pm\n– Dhamma Talk:\n– Guided Meditation: \n1.30 – 2.00 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n2.00 – 3.00 pm\n– Group sitting meditation\nand/or\n– 10 minute individual interviews with Ajahn Vimokkha in the dining area next door (Sangha House)\nPlease put your name on the sheet for interviews in the foyer \n3.00 – 3.30 pm\n– Individual practice : walking & sitting meditation\, and contemplation \n3.30 – 4.30 pm\n– Discussion / Q & A\n– Sharing of Merits\n– Conclusion \nNoble Silence\nThis will be a silent retreat\, in order to support the meditation & contemplation. So please speak only when necessary.\nMobile Phones\nParticipants are kindly requested to put away their phones.\nQuestions\nTo support Noble Silence\, we won’t have Q&A after the Dhamma Talks & Guided Meditation. So please write down your questions or comments a they occur to you during the day and place them in the box in the foyer.  They will be answered during the last session for the day\, between 3.30 – 4.30 pm. \nBreaks:\nLunch\nParticipants need to bring their own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided.\nTea Breaks\nPlease take individual tea breaks when you need them\, so as to minimise congregating & talking. The beverage station is located next door to the meditation hall. \nThe doors to the Centre and meditation hall will be left open to maximise ventilation. If it is cool\, please dress appropriately\, and bring a meditation shawl if you wish. There is cooling & heating in the meditation hall. \nALL ARE VERY WELCOME! – Registration not required. \nParking\nPlease keep the car park at the back of the Buddhaloka Centre FREE for walking meditation. \nPlease be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/one-day-silent-meditation-retreat-ajahn-vimokkha-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Retreats,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/meditation-day-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR