The Buddha’s Teaching on Universal Loving Kindness (Metta Sutta) Presenter: Venerable Andrew Williams (joining from Victoria) Facilitator: Tina Ng Wed 8 February| 7-8.30pm AEDT Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation   Join Dharma Master Andrew Williams as he gives commentary on the Metta Sutta, the Buddha’s Teaching on Universal Loving […]

Join our drop-in class this Thursday to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice Meditation Class Presenter: Terry Redmond 23 Feb 2023| 7-8pm Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) Cost: By Donation   Join our drop-in class to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice. Each class will […]

In this talk Bhante Dhammadipa will guide us in a brief introduction of four “Divine Abodes”, also known as the “Four Immeasurable minds”The Four Immeasurable Minds: practising true love for the worldPresenter: Bhante Dhammadipa (in person)Friday 10 February| 7-9pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationLove is one […]

In this talk, Ayya Suvira explains the eight thoughts of a great person in the Buddha's teachings at AN 8.30 and their relevance to lay lifeThe Eight Thoughts of a Great Person Presenter: Ayya Suvira Facilitator: Tina Ng Wed 15 February | 7-8.30pm AEDT Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link […]

Join our drop-in class this Thursday to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice Meditation Class Presenter: Terry Redmond 23 Feb 2023| 7-8pm Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) Cost: By Donation   Join our drop-in class to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice. Each class will […]

Special event: Family Wellbeing Retreat Collaboration with Santi Forest Monastery Presenters: Bhikkhuni Ayya Kārunikā, Bhikkhuni Ayya Anālayā, Bhikkhuni Ayya Pasanna and Tina Ng When: Sat 18 February | 9am – 5pm Location: Santi Forest Monastery, Bundanoon   Cost: By Donation In collaboration with Santi Forest Monastery, Metta Centre will be hosting a one day retreat […]

How did the Buddha navigate the topics of Religion, politics and sex and other such sensitive topics? How do we approach these topics wiselyReligion, Politics and Sex - how did the Buddha treat these topics?Presenter: Mystery SpeakerWednesday 22 February| 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationReligion, politics […]

Join our drop-in class this Thursday to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice Meditation Class Presenter: Terry Redmond 23 Feb 2023| 7-8pm Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) Cost: By Donation   Join our drop-in class to learn about meditation and be supported with your meditation practice. Each class will […]

It goes without saying that we all want to be wiser and more compassionate. But how do we awaken wisdom and compassion in our daily Lives?Awakening Wisdom and Compassion in Daily LifePresenter: Dr. Pema DuddulWed 1 Mar| 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationIt goes without saying […]

Venerable Dhammadipa will give teachings on the Four Establishments of Mindfulness: their Origins and Development in the Buddhist TeachingsSPECIAL EVENT: The Four Establishments of MindfulnessPresenter: Venerable Dhammadipa (in person)Monday 6 March | 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationMetta Centre is so delighted to invite Venerable Dhammadipa […]

In this session, Ven Dhammananda will be exploring the topic on building harmony at home, work and in communityBuilding harmony at home, work and in community Presenter: Venerable Galkande Dhammananda Thero (in person) Facilitator: Tina Ng Wed 8 March| 7-8.30pm Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation […]

Through guided discussion and meditation exercise, you will tap into the spiritual essence of the artworks and find meaning in your own lifePainting EnlightenmentPresenter: Venerable Juewei (from Nan Tien Institute)Wed 15 Mar| 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationJoin us for a truly transformative experience as we […]

Join us in a rejuvenating Day of Mindfulness, where we come back home to ourselves, relax, and cultivate the energy of mindfulness togetherBuddhist Temple Tour19 Mar, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm AEDTLocation: Mountain Spring Monastery, 2657 Bells Line of Rd, Bilpin NSWCost: Free (Donations to Mountain Spring Monastery and Metta Centre are appreciated)Register here: https://www.mountainspringmonastery.org/event-details/sunday-of-mindfulness-2023-03-19-09-00Metta […]

The talk will examine the attitudes and actions that can lead us to the ultimate healing.Buddhist Healing PracticesPresenter: Rod LeeWed 22 March | 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationWhen we discuss healing from a Buddhist perspective it is not just about healing the body. We need […]

Metta Convention: Developing Compassion, Deepening Wisdom Presenters: Ven Robina Courtin, Ven Ayya Soma, Ven Jayasara, Ven Varapannyo, Ven Nālaka, Ven Seikai, Ven Jitindriya Sun 26 Mar | 8.30am-2.30pm AEDT Online International Convention via this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83506489824?pwd=cmpNQ1ljSmFVYURLWVN1dWllYUN1dz09   Cost: By Donation   A convention not to be missed! Metta Centre will be hosting an impressive line up of notable Buddhist teachers from all around […]

What is considered sexual misconduct as taught by the Buddha, and what should we keep in mind when adapting these teachings to modern livingBuddhist sexual ethicsPresenter: Ayya Soma (from America)Wed 29 March | 7-8.30pm AEDTLocation: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below)Cost: By DonationThe Buddha laid down rules regarding sexual ethics […]

Special Dialogue with Venerable Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo Presenter: Ven Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo Wed 12 April | 7-8pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation   Metta Centre is deeply grateful to Venerable Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo for accepting our invitation for a special dialogue with us, despite being retired from formal teachings. Please join us […]

Equanimity: Finding balance in a chaotic worldPresenter: Ven Buddharakkhita Wed 19 April | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation   Life has its ups and downs, highs and low. In Dhamma terms, these are the ‘Eight Worldly Winds,’ the four complementary pairs of gain and […]