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SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Venerable Sumangalo
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Venerable Sumangalo\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \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-sumangalo-4/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260302T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043800
CREATED:20260119T130057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T130057Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Venerable Sumangalo
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-venerable-sumangalo-5/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260303T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043800
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTSTAMP:20260417T043800
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260307T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260307T163000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260308T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T081913Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Sādaro
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \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-sadaro-31/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260309T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T082056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T082056Z
UID:10001683-1773084600-1773090000@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Ajahn Sādaro
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-ajahn-sadaro-88/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260310T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260302T055723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T055723Z
UID:10001720-1773500400-1773505800@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Discover Inner Peace: Monthly Community Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Discover Inner Peace: Monthly Community Meditation at Newbury Buddhist Monastery\nYou’re warmly invited to join our monthly meditation group at the serene Newbury Buddhist Monastery\, nestled near Trentham. Whether you’re curious about meditation or looking to deepen your existing practice\, these sessions offer guidance and community support. \nTake a moment to pause and reconnect with inner peace at our Guided Meditation Session\, led by a respected Buddhist monk or nun. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to meditation\, this session offers an opportunity to relax\, reflect\, and rejuvenate. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nExpert Guidance: Led by an experienced Buddhist monk or nun.\nStructured Sessions: Includes an explanatory introduction\, guided meditation\, and a Q&A period.\nExplore Techniques: Learn about mindfulness\, breath awareness\, loving-kindness\, walking meditation\, and more.\nPractical Insights: Understand the purpose and benefits of meditation and discover ways to overcome common difficulties.\nAll Welcome: Suited for beginners and experienced meditators.\nConnect & Refresh: Stay after the session to enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed atmosphere.\n\nDate: Saturday\, 14th March 2026\nTime: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM\nLocation: Sanctuary of Stillness Meditation Retreat Centre\nAddress: 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury VIC 3458 \nRefreshments will be provided. \nAll are welcome\, no booking required.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/discover-inner-peace-monthly-community-meditation-10/
LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,SOS Events,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T082244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T085513Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk  / Recorded Talk Ven Chi Kwang Sunim
DESCRIPTION:Venerable Chi Kwang Sunim has unexpectedly taken and will be unable to give a talk. A pre recorded talk will be played\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \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-chi-kwang-sunim-20/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260316T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T082402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T082402Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Ajahn Sādaro
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-ajahn-sadaro-89/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Sadaro.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
UID:10001731-1773775800-1773781200@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Sandeep-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260322T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T082557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T082557Z
UID:10001686-1774171800-1774177200@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Nissarano
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Nissarano\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \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-nissarano-43/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260323T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T083854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T111858Z
UID:10001692-1774294200-1774299600@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Venerable Panadure Chandaratana Thero
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-venerable-panadure-chandaratana-thero/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
UID:10001732-1774380600-1774386000@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260217T084408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T115612Z
UID:10001689-1774899000-1774904400@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Venerable Sumangalo
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-ajahn-sadaro-90/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
UID:10001733-1774985400-1774990800@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260403T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260312T051606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T052151Z
UID:10001772-1775235600-1775242800@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Special Dhamma Talk | Tan Ajahn Dtun
DESCRIPTION:Special Dhamma Talk by Tan Ajahn Dtun\nTime: 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAbout The Teacher\nAjahn Dtun is considered to be one of the greatest living meditation masters in Thailand. Renowned for his gentle demeanour and deep wisdom\, Ajahn Dtun has always had a reputation as an impeccable and well-practised monk in the Ajahn Chah Tradition. Even as a junior monk\, there was a buzz among the monks regarding Ajahn Dtun due to his dedication to practise and an aura of calm and clarity around him. Ajahn Dtun will be accompanied by Ajahn Tejapanno\, his translator. Ajahn Tejapanno\, born in England\, has been a monk for over 25 years\, and has spent the last several years with Ajahn Dtun. \nParking\nAs with all of Ajahn Dtun’s talks\, we are expecting a very large turnout. Please note that only on‑street parking will be available for this event.\nWe kindly ask everyone to arrive early and park mindfully\, taking care not to block or encroach on our neighbours’ driveways. If a vehicle obstructs access\, we may need to interrupt the talk to request that it be moved\, which we would all prefer to avoid.\nFor clarity\, please ensure there is at least 600 mm of clearance between your vehicle and the edge of any driveway. \n \n 
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/dhamma-talk-ajahn-dtun-2026/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260404T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260404T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260405T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260406T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260330T095201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T095201Z
UID:10001775-1775503800-1775509200@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | The Most Ven Ariyananda Maha Thero
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \nAbout The Teacher\nThe Most Ven Ariyananda Maha Thero is the present Abbot of Na Uyana Forest Monastery\, where he is Chief Meditation Teacher\, Administrator and Chief Advisor. After his higher ordination in 1993\, he spent a year in Myanmar\, where he mastered the Pa-Auk meditation method. \nIn 1997 he came to Na Uyana Monastery along with 10 other monks to initiate a project to build a Meditation Centre. The Monastery is now the largest monastery in the Galduwa tradition and is also one of the main international monasteries in Sri Lanka. \nThe Most Ven Ariyananda Maha Thero is a committed teacher\, who focuses on encouraging his students\, particularly monks and nuns\, in virtue\, concentration and wisdom. He also dedicates his time and effort travelling overseas to make accessible the core teachings of Buddhism for international practitioners. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-the-most-ven-ariyananda-maha-thero/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
UID:10001734-1775590200-1775595600@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260411T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260411T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260408T001750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T001750Z
UID:10001783-1775919600-1775925000@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Discover Inner Peace: Monthly Community Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Discover Inner Peace: Monthly Community Meditation at Newbury Buddhist Monastery\nYou’re warmly invited to join our monthly meditation group at the serene Newbury Buddhist Monastery\, nestled near Trentham. Whether you’re curious about meditation or looking to deepen your existing practice\, these sessions offer guidance and community support. \nTake a moment to pause and reconnect with inner peace at our Guided Meditation Session\, led by a respected Buddhist monk or nun. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to meditation\, this session offers an opportunity to relax\, reflect\, and rejuvenate. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nExpert Guidance: Led by an experienced Buddhist monk or nun.\nStructured Sessions: Includes an explanatory introduction\, guided meditation\, and a Q&A period.\nExplore Techniques: Learn about mindfulness\, breath awareness\, loving-kindness\, walking meditation\, and more.\nPractical Insights: Understand the purpose and benefits of meditation and discover ways to overcome common difficulties.\nAll Welcome: Suited for beginners and experienced meditators.\nConnect & Refresh: Stay after the session to enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed atmosphere.\n\nDate: Saturday\, 11th April 2026\nTime: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM\nLocation: Sanctuary of Stillness Meditation Retreat Centre\nAddress: 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury VIC 3458 \nRefreshments will be provided. \nAll are welcome\, no booking required.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/discover-inner-peace-monthly-community-meditation-11/
LOCATION:Sanctuary of Stillness\, 107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury\, Victoria\, 3458\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,SOS Events,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260412T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260330T095451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T095451Z
UID:10001777-1775986200-1775991600@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Brahmali
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Brahmali\nTime: 9.30 am – 11 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nThis Sunday\, the BSV celebrates Sinhala\, Tamil and Thai New Year. \nThe program begins at 9.30am with the usual Sunday chanting. The Dhamma talk is by Ajahn Brahmali\, followed by Pindapata and offering lunch dana to the Monastics. Communal lunch will be at 11.30am.  There will be special delicacies to enjoy during communal lunch!  A variety of activities will take place after lunch (12.20 pm – 1pm). \nLunch dana\nPlease bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and lay community. You are very welcome to share a dish traditionally prepared for this celebration. 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 and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/sunday-dhamma-talk-ajahn-brahmali-6/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260413T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260330T095611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T095611Z
UID:10001778-1776108600-1776114000@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Ajahn Nissarano
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-ajahn-nissarano-52/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
CREATED:20260304T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043608Z
UID:10001735-1776195000-1776200400@www.bsv.net.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Meditation | Lay Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. \nJoin us for these weekly Tuesday night Meditation sessions at the City Centre\, The Buddhist Society of Victoria (Malvern East). Doors will open just before 7:30pm and the guided meditation session will commence shortly afterwards until 8:30pm\, followed by Q&A. \nPlease note this session is not LiveStreamed. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/tuesday-night-meditation-lay-teacher-11-2/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Upcoming,Weekly
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SUMMARY:Sunday Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Aranavihāri
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Aranavihāri\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.00 am\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \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-aranavihari-16/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260420T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T043801
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Meditation | Ajahn Aranavihāri
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.30 – 9 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nMeditation is a calm approach of healing that increase productivity\, replenish attention\, solidify memories and encourage creativity. Mindfulness training has become more popular than ever in the last decade as a strategy to relieve stress\, anxiety and depression. Join us on Weekly Monday Night Meditation in Malvern East\, Buddhist Society of Victoria. \n \nDoors open at 7:00pm and the monastic led guided meditation session will commence at 7:30pm until 8:30pm and will be followed by Q&A. You can watch the live broadcast on YouTube if you are unable to attend the session in person. \nAll are welcome. \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.
URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/monday-night-meditation-ajahn-aranavihari-19/
LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Upcoming,Weekly
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