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“Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.”
-Thich Nhat Hanh

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Upcoming Schedule & Events

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  • 5 M.T. Recitation (in English)
    5 M.T. Recitation (in English)
    Sun, 18 Oct
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    18 Oct 2026, 9:10 am – 2:00 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Join us for a day of mindfulness exploring the Five Mindfulness Trainings (in English)— a path to true peace, happiness, and love. 9:10am–2:00pm: walking meditation, 5 M.T. recitation, sharing, mindful lunch & optional Total Relaxation. By donation. Please register (overnight option available).
  • Monastery Closed – Lazy Day
    Monastery Closed – Lazy Day
    Mon, 19 Oct
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    19 Oct 2026, 6:00 am
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    Dear friends, Every Monday the monastery is closed for “Lazy Day”—a day to refrain from doing and rest from habitual busyness
  • Smile, Breathe & Go Slowly | 4-Day Retreat (Bilingual - Vietnamese & English)
    Smile, Breathe & Go Slowly | 4-Day Retreat (Bilingual - Vietnamese & English)
    Sat, 31 Oct
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    31 Oct 2026, 9:00 am – 03 Nov 2026, 4:00 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    True well-being arises when we touch the wonders of life already available. It also arises when we embrace and transform our suffering. Over these four days, we will practice mindful living. By slowing down, we create space for healing, understanding, and deep rest.
  • Day of Mindfulness - 1st Thursday Monthly
    Day of Mindfulness - 1st Thursday Monthly
    Thu, 05 Nov
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    05 Nov 2026, 9:10 am – 1:30 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Usual Program 9:15am – Singing meditation & walking meditation 10:30am – Dharma talk 11:45am – Group sharing 12:45pm – Mindful eating Cost: Donation Please RSVP before coming. We look forward to practicing with you. 🙏
  • Day of Mindfulness -Live Dharma Talk
    Day of Mindfulness -Live Dharma Talk
    Sun, 08 Nov
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    08 Nov 2026, 9:10 am – 1:30 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Usual Program 9:15am – Singing meditation & walking meditation 10:30am – Dharma talk by sc Cương Nghiem 11:45am – Group sharing 12:45pm – Mindful eating Cost: Donation Please RSVP before coming. We look forward to practicing with you. 🙏
  • Monastery Closed – Noble Silence & Media Fasting
    Monastery Closed – Noble Silence & Media Fasting
    Thu, 12 Nov
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    12 Nov 2026, 7:00 am
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    Dear friends, Today the monastery is closed for Noble Silence and media Content Fasting, offering rest from constant consumption. At home, you may also reduce talking and social media, return to mindful breathing, or take a mindful walk in nature.
  • Day of Mindfulness - 3rd Thursday Monthly
    Day of Mindfulness - 3rd Thursday Monthly
    Thu, 19 Nov
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    19 Nov 2026, 9:10 am – 1:30 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Usual Program 9:15am – Singing meditation & walking meditation 10:30am – Dharma talk 11:45am – Group sharing 12:45pm – Mindful eating Cost: Donation Please RSVP before coming. We look forward to practicing with you. 🙏
  • 14 Mindfulness Trainings Day
    14 Mindfulness Trainings Day
    Sun, 06 Dec
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    06 Dec 2026, 9:10 am – 2:10 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Join us for a day of mindfulness exploring the 14 Mindfulness Trainings — a path to true peace, happiness, and love. 9:10am–2:00pm: walking meditation, 14 M.T. recitation, sharing, mindful lunch & optional Total Relaxation. By donation. Please register (overnight option available).
  • Day of Mindfulness -Live Dharma Talk
    Day of Mindfulness -Live Dharma Talk
    Sun, 13 Dec
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd
    13 Dec 2026, 9:10 am – 1:30 pm
    530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, 530 Porcupine Ridge Rd, Porcupine Ridge VIC 3460, Australia
    Usual Program 9:15am – Singing meditation & walking meditation 10:30am – Dharma talk by Sister Goodness ( sc Lương Nghiem) 11:45am – Group sharing 12:45pm – Mindful eating Cost: Donation Please RSVP before coming. We look forward to practicing with you. 🙏
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The Plum Village Tradition is founded by Thich Nhat Hanh

A global spiritual leader, poet, peace activist, and bestselling writer, Thay's powerful teachings live on in mindfulness practice centers around the world.

Announcing Our New Members Area

Becoming a Member is a meaningful way to support the monastery and deepen your connection with our community. Members enjoy access to our Members Area, including a library of over 100 books with a brief introduction to new arrivals, and priority booking for selected events when space is limited. 

We warmly invite you to join us.

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