Newbury Buddhist Monastery in Newbury, Victoria, Australia | Religious organisation

Newbury Buddhist Monastery

Locality: Newbury, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5424 1812

Address: 107 Beaches Lane 3458 Newbury, VIC, Australia

Website: https://nbm.org.au

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25.01.2022 Meditation Teaching by Ayya Upekkha, including walking and standing meditation demo. This video is available on YouTube until 7 Dec. *Watch it while it's there! https://youtu.be/yEiydVWjERw

25.01.2022 Update as of 28 May 2021 ~~ Lockdown!!! ~~ Effective Period: 28 May - 3 June 2021... Dear Upasakas and Upasikas, Friends of NBM:- Let us all continue to help stop the spread of the covid-19 virus by following State directives. The monastics and 8-preceptors at NBM are grateful to all for your continued support. In compliance with the Victorian State’s latest guidelines on Covid-19, NBM requests everyone to please stay at home and travel only for essential reasons. However, do feel free to give us particulars of your loved ones for dedication of merits on any day. Just drop us an email at [email protected]. --Lunch Dana Offerings at NBM-- We are currently well supported by our lay residents. We thank you for your loving kindness and concern. Thank you for your continued support. May we all stay safe, healthy, happy and peaceful on the Noble 8-fold Path. WITH BLESSINGS OF THE HOLY TRIPLE GEM! SADHU ANUMODAMI!

24.01.2022 Update as on 27 May 2021: In-Person (Physical) Event -> Virtual Event The Vesak Celebration @ NBM is now moved from physical to virtual (YouTube) due to the current COVID situation in Victoria. Thank you for your understanding. ... https://www.youtube.com/BSVDhammaTalks

24.01.2022 Some photos from the video: "From Winter to Spring at NBM" https://www.facebook.com/NewburyBuddhistMonastery/posts/1586368241533330 ~Photos from Bhante Cunda

24.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma talk | Bhante Cunda | 9am SUN 4 OCT 2020 Starting in 30 mins! https://youtu.be/vmPScyXAklA... Don't forget to subscribe BSV Dhamma Talks YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/BSVWeeklyDTEng ) and forward it to friends who would benefit from the Dhamma Teachings.

22.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma talk - Bhante Bodhidhaja | 15 NOV 2020 The last talk in the Sila (Virtue) series by Bhante Bodhidhaja covering 4th + 5th precepts. https://youtu.be/_ZoHX2dzhSQ Welcome to join us tomorrow and ask question via youtube live chat! If you miss the previous talks in the Sila Series, good to watch from... Overview -> 1st precept -> 2nd precept -> 3rd precept -> 4th+5th precepts https://www.youtube.com/watch See more

22.01.2022 NBM Covid-19 Announcement for 14 Sep 2020 till further notice from the DHHS: Extract from: https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-reopening-roadm... Regional Victoria - What is changing? From 11:59pm on 13 September, regional Victoria will be in the Second Step of restrictions. This Step will mean that there continues to be only four reasons for which you can leave home. However, there will be fewer restrictions on these activities (please read the DHHS website). Besides the standard Covid-19 safe principles, please do continue to wear a mask and keep the 1.5 meters physical distancing. What does this mean for places of worship? https://www.vic.gov.au/second-step-coronavirus-road-to-reco * religion - places of worship closed, outdoor gatherings (not ceremonies) of up to 5 people, plus 1 faith leader, proximate to a place of worship, are allowed ---------- Dear Upasakas, Upasikas and Friends of NBM:- With effect from 14 September 2020, NBM will be open again for lunch dana drop-off from devotees who are from Regional Victoria only. Procedure for lunch-dana drop-offs for family of 5 maximum: 1. Register online: https://nbm.org.au/offering_meal/. Please understand that the postcode has been requested for verification purposes so as to comply with the latest directives from DHHS. 2. If you do not require a Sangha blessing, then please feel free to drop off food offered for the day on the tables outside the entrance of the main building, any time before 10.15am. 3. If you require a Sangha blessing, please arrive at about 10.30am and place the offerings on the tables outside the entrance of the main building; - a bhikkhu or bhikkhuni will receive your offerings, (please maintain the 1.5 meter distancing), - the Sangha will chant the Anumodana Blessings, - food will be brought into the dining hall for Sangha and residents to collect their food while you wait in your car. - food containers and remaining food will be returned to you by placing them on the same tables outside. ~~~~~~~ Do feel free to give us particulars of your loved ones for dedication of merits on any day. To devotees who have asked how they are able to continue offering support to the monastery, the dual Sangha and 8-preceptors at NBM, the following may also be options for your kind consideration:- 1. Requisites offering (Non-perishables) delivered through IGA, Ballan https://ballan.countrygrocers.com.au/ In order to purchase only essentials, it would be greatly appreciated if you could call NBM to find out what is needed: Tel (03) 5424 1812 2. Fund donations to help us pay bills and buy perishables needed for cooking: Donations for monastery general expenses, please remit to NBM General account: https://nbm.org.au/donate/money/ Thank you; Sadhu Anumodami!

21.01.2022 Be a part of the Newbury Buddhist Monastery (NBM) Meditation Retreat Centre Project - Stage 2 of the NBM Building Project! The centre (when completed) will offer practitioners a place to practice the Buddha’s Dhamma in a forested, quiet, and spiritual environment. This development will serve humanity and bring immense spiritual benefits to many generations to come. To make donations, please visit the BSV website, https://www.bsv.net.au/monastery-building-updates/ or NBM website, https://nbm.org.au/nbm-building-project/

21.01.2022 What is the Toughest Job in the World???

20.01.2022 Update as at 17 June 2021: ~~~~~ COVIDSafe Settings: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-acting-premier-4... From 11:59 pm on Thursday, 17 June 2021: If you live in regional Victoria: No stay at home requirement - Face masks -- Face masks must be carried at all times and must be worn indoors. -- Recommended to be worn outdoors where 1.5 metres physical distancing cannot be maintained - Religion and ceremony -- Religious gatherings and ceremonies are allowed with a density quotient of 1 person per 4 sqm. If you live in metropolitan Melbourne, No stay at home requirement - Intra-state travel limit: -- Movement between metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria is unrestricted ~~~~~ With effect from 18 Jun 2021, Friday: Dear Upasakas and Upasikas, Friends of NBM:- - Dana offering at NBM is now possible. However, if you are feeling unwell, please do stay home and stay safe. - Density quotient of 1 person per 4 sqm:- ONLY THE REGISTERED FAMILY may come indoors due to NBM’s small dining and dhamma hall. - Kindly do not turn up without contacting us prior to arrival. - If you have a special dedication, please feel free to give us particulars of your loved ones for dedication of merits on any day. Just drop us an email at [email protected] Thank you for your understanding and continual support. May we all stay safe, healthy, happy and peaceful on the Noble 8-fold Path. Sadhu Anumodami! With Blessings of the Holy Triple Gem!

20.01.2022 "Vesak is a time when we can reflect on how much we owe to the Lord Buddha and his Teachings. How much we have to be grateful for!" ~ https://nbm.org.au/2021-vesak-for-sri-lanka/ "Any monk or nun or male or female lay follower who practices in line with the teachings, practicing properly, living in line with the teachings they honor, respect, revere, venerate, and esteem the Realized One with the highest honor. So nanda, you should train like this: ‘We shall practice in li...ne with the teachings, practicing properly, living in line with the teaching.'" ~ https://suttacentral.net/dn16/en/sujato "How do we practise the Dhamma properly so we live in line with the Dhamma? Is it only by offering the Lord Buddha our meditation? No, we practice properly by sincerely undertaking the Noble Eightfold Path to the best of our abilities. " ~ https://nbm.org.au/2021-vesak-for-sri-lanka/ May all minds be illuminated by the light of Dhamma! Happy Vesak!

19.01.2022 Tag a friend and invite them to join the 2020 Virtual Robe Offering Event. #virtualrobeoffering

19.01.2022 We are bringing our Robe Offering event at Newbury online this year, on 1st Nov 2020, 9 am(AEDT). Let's enjoy a few candid and heart-warming moments we captured back in 2019. Event Page: https://www.bsv.net.au/events/robe-offering-2020/ #virtualrobeoffering

18.01.2022 Virtual BSV/NBM Vesak Celebrations with Ajahn Brahm BSV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BSVDhammaTalks... ~~~~~~~~~~ Saturday May 29th @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm (AEST) Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm I want to get enlightened! YouTube: https://youtu.be/YmUlZzgJaLY ~~~~~~~~~~ Sunday May 30th @ 9:00am - 10:30am (AEST) Vesak Celebrations by Ajahn Brahm YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z9N9TZ8bAX8 ~~~~~~~~~~ Monday May 31st @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm (AEST) Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm Perception, my reflection YouTube: https://youtu.be/gmgnV-aEWFE

17.01.2022 This 2021 Vesak Dhamma Talk focuses on how to develop Maitri or Metta, LovingKindness, in order to honour the Lord Buddha, as well as to develop a positive state of mind to deal with the current Covid-19 lockdown in Sri Lanka. It recalls the story of how the Lord Buddha tamed Nalagiri, the madden man killing elephant, using his power of Maitri or Metta. And, how we can use Maitri or Metta when our minds are out of control. It concludes with a guided contemplation of the Lord Buddha sending forth golden rays of Maitri/Metta and filling us with them. https://nbm.org.au/2021-vesak-for-sri-lanka/

17.01.2022 ~ update as at 5:30pm 10 June ~ Dear all, Please be informed that Beaches Lane is blocked by fallen trees hence no access to NBM. We are trying our best to clear the road as fast as possible. Electricity is still not yet restored, and internet is intermittent (we are using our own mobile data). Thank you for your understanding.

17.01.2022 Joint event by The BSV and the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences: Have you ever wondered what lies beyond mindfulness? The BSV and the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences are organising a thought-provoking talk with guest speakers: Ajahn Brahm and Dr Nicholas Van Dam. Date: Thursday, 3 December Time: 6pm (AEDT)/3pm (AWST) ... Registration: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/55ni See more

17.01.2022 Starting in 15 mins. The video will only be available during livestreaming period, i.e. 9am-10:30am Melbourne Time. https://youtu.be/rNUnK0jy12s

15.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma Talk - NBM | Bhante Aranavihari | SUN 06 SEP 2020 Due to technical problems, we will try to start the talk at 9:30am Melbourne time or we will upload the today's talk later today.... Sorry for the inconvenience. https://youtu.be/VRAuuv2uiQs

15.01.2022 The BSV committee invites everyone to join the BSV Robe Offering Ceremony a ceremony whereby devotees can offer virtual robes and other requisites to the Sang...ha as an expression of their gratitude. Register for the 2020 Robe Offering ceremony and learn more about the event - https://www.bsv.net.au/events/robe-offering-2020/. #virtualrobeoffering

15.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma talk - NBM | Bhante Bodhidhaja https://youtu.be/sKPjFR_PJQ4 This Sunday, 13 SEP 2020 @ 9:00am Melbourne Time. Please join us and welcome to ask question via YouTube Live Chat. ... Don't forget to subscribe BSV Dhamma Talks YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/BSVWeeklyDTEng ) and forward it to friends who would benefit from the Dhamma Teachings.

15.01.2022 Robe-offering ceremony 2020 | SUN 01 NOV 2020 If you have missed it this morning, you can still watch the ceremony on BSV's YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/lZVh-rX1NRA Remember to join our LIVE Monday guided meditation by Ajahn Nissarano tomorrow, 2 Nov., at 7:30pm Melbourne time! https://youtu.be/O46nVTnbFXw... Thank you for all of your support! Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu!

14.01.2022 A warning on fake social media accounts in Ajahn Brahm’s name "On behalf of the Sangha, I ask that you please spread awareness of this to your friends who use social media to help prevent vulnerable people from falling victim to this scam, as well as to help the scammers from incurring further bad karma." https://bswa.org/warning-fake-social-media-accounts-ajahn-/

14.01.2022 I sat next to the wombat hole close to my hut in the evening and waited. After a couple of minutes these two wombats came out to eat right in front of me. They must have sensed I was there (even though their eyesight is very poor), as I was sitting so close by. Nevertheless, they did not perceive me as a threat and allowed me to spend some time with them. Wombats are cute and peculiar beings indeed. ~ Bhante Bodhidhaja @ NBM, October 2020

13.01.2022 On behalf of the community of the NBM 4-fold assembly and the BSV Committee, we sincerely Thank You for taking part of the Robe Offering Ceremony and your kindn...ess and generosity in supporting the BSV and the NBM community. If you wish to watch the Ceremony, please visit https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lZVh-rX1NRA

12.01.2022 Nature at Newbury Buddhist Monastery is going through the seasons from winter slumber to spring awakenings: the snow falling and melting again, the plants resting and then bursting into bloom and the animals becoming more active again and rearing their young. Just like the mind flowing through different moods during life, as we watch nature unfolding with a balanced, kind and calm heart.

12.01.2022 Happy 6th Birthday to Newbury Buddhist Monastery! Thank you for all of your support over the years. Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu!... http://nbm.org.au/

11.01.2022 The weather at Newbury Buddhist Monastery is fairly wild and changeable. The winds blowing in different directions let the clouds and mist dance in the sky. These conditions make the sunsets and the emerging of the moon and stars at night even more beautiful and precious.

10.01.2022 Have you been to those sites? Please check before coming to NBM. Thank you! Blessings of the Holy Triple Gem. May everyone have a peaceful Vesak!

10.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma talk - NBM | Bhante Aranavihari | SUN 22 NOV 2020 Encountering technical issue at the moment. We will start at 9:30am Melbourne Time instead. Sorry for the inconvenience. https://youtu.be/5Ph0ztboeEs

08.01.2022 The BSV committee invites everyone to join the BSV Robe Offering Ceremony as an expression of their gratitude. Register for the 2020 Robe Offering ceremony and learn more about the event - https://www.bsv.net.au/events/robe-offering-2020/. #virtualrobeoffering

08.01.2022 Newbury Buddhist Monastery is a place of natural beauty. The mist, the clouds, the sun, the dew, the wind, the rain and the hail performing various scenes on the open air stage. Shadow and light, reflection and refraction - a kaleidoscope of colours and shapes. Awe-inspiring, gorgeous, soothing and mystical, inviting one to stop, breathe and marvel, while listening deeply and drinking with the eyes and the heart.

07.01.2022 NBM 4-fold community participated in the Dhammadharini's International Bhikkhuni Day Sangha Gathering (online event) today. https://youtu.be/0sx6560VVm0 Metta and Gratefulness to Ayya Tathalokaa, the organizing committee, all Venerables, speakers and all participants. Thank you again for being such an inspiring energy to all of us. Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu!

06.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma Talk - NBM | Bhante Bodhidhaja | SUN 18 OCT 2020 Starting in 15 mins! Today's topic -> the 3rd precept... https://youtu.be/Rlp5UnlOgU8

05.01.2022 Thank you for those who have registered! By now, you have received a confirmation email. Closer to the day, you will also receive a final timetable (in PDF form...at) with active links to join the various meetings on offer and some more detailed information. All the meditations in the Digital Meditation Hall are optional, they will help with motivation, and accountability and they will also provide a sense of community, despite joining in from your homes. Participants will be able to sit together in a virtual space of silence across different locations and time zones. Please feel free to meditate by yourself without a screen in front of you and for a period of time suitable to your circumstances and disposition. The Group Interview sessions are also optional. They will be limited to a smaller group of devices/people, to keep them more personal. A Q&A session for all participants will be conducted on Saturday evening. You will be able to ask questions via a Google Form or via the Zoom chat function during the actual event. Please only join if you have used Zoom before and are experienced. We will not be able to offer tech support prior or during the event, as it is run by the monastics themselves. Thank you for your understanding. If you are from a different time zone and cannot attend all the sessions, no problem. We have enough capacity for many participants this time.

05.01.2022 It's FREEZING in NBM! Please remember to bring winter jackets/clothing and dress warm when you visit/stay in the monastery. Newbury Weather: http://www.bom.gov.au/places/vic/newbury/

05.01.2022 Struggling with Victoria's 4th lockdown or just want more emotional balance in your life? Join a conversation between Dr Nicholas Van Dam in and Venerable Ajahn Brahmali to learn how Buddhist meditation might help. Date and time: Wed, 2 June 2021 Time: 11:30 AM 12:30 PM AEST... Registration close on Tuesday night. Register here to attend https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/finding-solace-in-solitude- This event is organised by the emerging Contemplative Studies Centre at the University of Melbourne in collaboration with the ASA and the BSWA.

04.01.2022 LIVE Dhamma Talk - NBM | Venerable Nissarano | SUN 27 SEP 2020 Starting in 15 mins! https://youtu.be/Xh7PiyQlKsA

03.01.2022 NBM Update as at 12 Nov 2020 ~~~~~ Religion and ceremony - Victoria - Third Step... Are places of worship open? Extract from: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/religion-and-ceremony-th Yes, all places of worship of all denominations are open. Outdoor religious gatherings can be held near a place of worship with up to 50 people plus a faith leader. While attending a religious gathering there are steps you need to take to keep yourself and others safe including not sharing food, drink or other items. Indoor religious gatherings can be held with up to 10 people per group (plus a faith leader), and 20 people per facility. Groups should be at least 5 metres apart. The maximum service length is 90 minutes, 30 minutes between services is recommended to ensure groups don’t congregate in front and around places of worship. Places of worship can open to conduct weddings and funerals. ~~~~~ 1. Day Visits / Lunch dana offerings: NBM requests all visitors and dana offerings to be registered:- online through the dana website or email to [email protected] or through the NBM contact form. Kindly wait for a confirmation from NBM before coming as we need to ensure that the allowable number of people is complied with. 2. Staying at NBM: Please wait for our clarification with the DHHS whether this is possible. ~~~~~ Thank you for your understanding; let us continue to work together to keep covid-19 at bay. Sadhu Anumodami!

03.01.2022 The 4-fold community spending 3-month Vassa in Newbury Buddhist Monastery in 2020. Thank you for all of your support in this year's Vassa. Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu! ... Remember to join our Robe Offering (Live Streamed from NBM) on 1 November! https://www.facebook.com/events/1047678368998148/

03.01.2022 With immediate effect until further notice ~~~~~ Religion and Ceremony - Victoria - Last Step https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/religion-and-ceremony-vi... Indoor Indoor religious gatherings and ceremonies permitted, subject to density quotient of one person per four square. You must wear a face mask when indoors at all times, unless you have a lawful reason not to. You should maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres from others. ~~~~~ 1. Day Visits / Lunch Dana Offerings: NBM requests all visitors and dana offerings to be registered in advance of the tentative arrival date :- [No casual walk-ins please.] online through the dana website or email to [email protected] or through the NBM contact form. Kindly wait for a confirmation from NBM before coming as we need to ensure that the allowable number of people is complied with due to our small dining hall. 2. Staying at NBM: Please wait for our clarification with the DHHS whether this is possible. ~~~~~ Thank you for your understanding; let us continue to work together to keep covid-19 at bay. Sadhu Anumodami!

01.01.2022 Update as of 03 June 2021: ----- COVIDSafe Settings: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covidsafe-se... From 11:59 pm on Thursday, 3 June 2021: If you live in regional Victoria: - There are no restrictions on the reasons to leave home, but staying COVIDSafe remains important. - Face masks -- Face masks must be carried at all times and must be worn indoors. -- Face masks are required outdoors where physical distancing of 1.5m cannot be maintained, - Religion and ceremony -- Religious gatherings and ceremonies are allowed with a density quotient of 1 person per 4 sqm. -- Check in upon entry using the Service Victoria app, even if your visit is less than 15 minutes. If you live in metropolitan Melbourne, the restrictions on the reasons to leave home will remain in place for a further seven days. (https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-acting-premier-2) ----- With effect from 04 Jun 2021, Friday: Dear Upasakas and Upasikas, Friends of NBM:- With the easing of Regional Victoria's COVID restrictions, it is now possible for families residing in regional Victoria to come to NBM to offer dana. Nevertheless, if you are feeling unwell, please stay home and stay safe. Due to the density quotient of 1 person per 4 sqm and our small dining and dhamma halls, - NBM is only able to allow one family of 4 registered for dana offering to be indoors for lunch, requisite offerings and lunch sharing with residents, if desired. - Turning up without contacting us beforehand is strongly discouraged. For those who cannot come to NBM, please feel free to give us particulars of your loved ones for dedication of merits on any day. Just drop us an email at [email protected]. Thank you for your understanding and continual support. May we all stay safe, healthy, happy and peaceful on the Noble 8-fold Path. Sadhu Anumodami! With Blessings of the Holy Triple Gem!

01.01.2022 In Newbury Buddhist Monastery, we would start our day with the morning chanting (~30 mins) at 5am following by 1-hour meditation. Welcome to join us for the (virtual) morning chanting! Let's have the positive energy empowering you to maintain that mindset throughout the day! The video will have both Pali and English subtitles for you to chant with us.

01.01.2022 Did you miss the Contemplative Studies Centre event 'Finding Solace in Solitude: Meditation for Lockdown'? Learn about Buddhist meditation practices with Nicholas VanDam and Ajahn Brahmali and enjoy your own practice. #mindfulness #meditation