Brahmaviharas: Karuna (Compassion) as the Vehicle of Joy
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaBrahmaviharas: Karuna (Compassion) as the Vehicle of Joy Speaker: Bhante Ānanda (Joining online) Wed 19 Jul | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free In this enlightening talk, Bhante Ananda will share insights on the Brahmaviharas—loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity—with a particular focus on […]
Brahmaviharas: Upekkha (Equanimity) as a Factor of Enlightenment
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaBrahmaviharas: Upekkha (Equanimity) as a Factor of Enlightenment Speaker: Bhante Ānanda (Joining online) Wed 26 Jul | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free In this illuminating talk, Bhante Ananda explores the transformative power of Upekkha (equanimity) as a vehicle of enlightenment. Through insightful teachings […]
My Mind is Such a Sweet Thing
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaMy Mind is Such a Sweet Thing Speaker: Ven Pandit Cittasamvaro (Joining online from Thailand) Wed 2 Aug | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation Ven. Pandit will speak to the reasons to start a meditation practice, how it provides insights, and some […]
The Simile of the Cook – Proper and Improper Attention
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaThe Simile of the Cook - Proper and Improper Attention Speaker: Ayya Phalañāṇī (Joining online from Germany) Wed 9 Aug | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free In the Sutta, 'the two cooks', SN47.8 the Buddha presents a simile by which he explains, what […]
Buddhism and Identity Politics
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaBuddhism and Identity Politics Speaker: Ajahn Brahmali (Joining online from Western Australia) Wed 16 Aug | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free Identity politics often revolves around the idea that people have fixed identities defined by their race, gender, religion, socio-economic standing, etc. This […]
Buddhist Detox Retreat – A Mind Lab Event
Karuna Sanctuary Retreat Centre, Katoomba 5 Saywell Road, Katoomba, NSW, AustraliaBuddhist Detox Retreat – A Mind Lab Event When: 19-20 August 2023 (overnight stay) Presenters: Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero, and Ven. Dr. Mahinda Thero Location: Karuna Sanctuary Retreat Centre, Katoomba Cost: by Donation Registration: https://forms.gle/NarzUc8CpH2hakPL9 (not via Eventbrite) We all face challenges, problems and hardships. We all suffer. We may have come to accept this […]
A Bright Heart in Dark Days
Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, AustraliaA Bright Heart in Dark Days Speaker: Ven Ayya Yeshe (Joining online from Tasmania, possibly) Wed 23 Aug | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Metta Centre (Bankstown) or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: By Donation We live in troubled times, with the cost of living so high, and climate change on the horizon. […]
Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings: From the Suttas to the Heart
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaPracticing the Buddha's Teachings: From the Suttas to the Heart Speaker: Bhante Joe Atulo (Joining online from Sri Lanka) Wed 30 Aug | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: Online and in person at Western Sydney University (74 Rickard Rd, Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: FREE The Buddha is thought of not only […]
Meditation for Beginners Course
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaMeditation for Beginners Course Instructor: Tina Ng Monday 4th September, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: Online and in person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Learn to meditate with this beginners course, covering the basics of meditation. Attendees will learn different types of meditation through guided meditations, talks, […]
Yoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaYoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes Instructor: Yvonne Dang Tuesdays from 5th Sept, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: In person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Join our rejuvenating yoga classes to help improve your inner balance, calm and focus. Perfect for anyone seeking to build strength, flexibility and stability, these […]
Socially Engaged Buddhism
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaJoin us to learn about Socially Engaged Buddhism and how it can help bring a positive change in your own life and the world around you !Socially Engaged Buddhism Speaker: Ven Thubten Chökyi (Joining online) Wed 6 Sep | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Western Sydney University (74 Rickard Rd, Bankstown City Campus), Room […]
Meditation for Beginners Course
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaMeditation for Beginners Course Instructor: Tina Ng Monday 11th September, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: Online and in person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Learn to meditate with this beginners course, covering the basics of meditation. Attendees will learn different types of meditation through guided meditations, talks, […]
Yoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaYoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes Instructor: Yvonne Dang Tuesday 12th Sept, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: In person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Join our rejuvenating yoga classes to help improve your inner balance, calm and focus. Perfect for anyone seeking to build strength, flexibility and stability, these classes […]
Practising in Bhutan: Compassion In Action
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaPractising in Bhutan: Compassion In Action Speaker: Venerable Bhikkhuni (Gelongma) Pema Deki - Emma Slade (Joining online from Bhutan) Wed 13 Sep | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Western Sydney University- Bankstown City Campus, Room 1.4.34, level 4 Bankstown, NSW 2200, or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free Venerable Bhikkhuni (Gelongma) Pema Deki […]
Meditation for Beginners Course
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaMeditation for Beginners Course Instructor: Tina Ng Monday 18th September, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: Online and in person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Learn to meditate with this beginners course, covering the basics of meditation. Attendees will learn different types of meditation through guided meditations, talks, […]
Yoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaYoga Flow: Free Yoga Classes Instructor: Yvonne Dang Tuesday 19th Sept, Time: 6.30-7.30pm Location: In person at Western Sydney University (Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 Cost: Free Join our rejuvenating yoga classes to help improve your inner balance, calm and focus. Perfect for anyone seeking to build strength, flexibility and stability, these classes will […]
Achieving True success
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaAchieving True Success Speaker: Ayya Kārunikā (Joining In person) Wed 20 Sep | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Western Sydney University (74 Rickard Rd, Bankstown City Campus), Room 1.4.34 on level 4 or Online (Zoom link below) Cost: Free What does success mean to you? Based on the Buddha’s words, in this […]
Buddhist Aged Care Design Day
1 Verdun St, Bexley 1 Verdun St, Bexley, Sydney, AustraliaCome to tour the premises that may be used to set up an Aged Care facility, followed by a discussion afterwards on how to make this happen !Buddhist Aged Care Design DaySun 24 Sept | 2 – 4pmLocation: 1 Verdun St, Bexley NSWCost: Free Are you interested in being a part of setting up a Buddhist […]
Metta Convention Week: Buddhist Bowl Trivia
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaMetta Convention Week: Buddhist Bowl Trivia Players: Bhante Sujato (In person) & Ajahn Brahmali (Joining online from Western Australia) Mon 25 Sep | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Western Sydney University, Level #4, Bankstown City campus or Online (https://tinyurl.com/mettac) Cost: Free REGISTER AT https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/metta-convention-week-buddhist-bowl-trivia-tickets-632234710037 Metta Convention week opens with the "Buddhist Bowl Trivia" […]
Metta Convention Week: An Evening with Buddhist Master Chao Khun Keng
Western Sydney University, Bankstown City campus 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown, AustraliaMetta Convention Week: An Evening with a Buddhist Master Chao Khun Keng Presenters: Chao Khun Keng (Joining online from Geelong, VIC) Tue 26 Sep | 7-8.30pm AEST Location: In person at Western Sydney University, Level #4, Bankstown City campus or Online (https://tinyurl.com/mettac) Cost: Free REGISTER AT https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/metta-convention-week-an-evening-with-a-buddhist-master-tickets-666323059207 We hope you can join us to hear […]