Buddha Bar news story in The West newspaper

In response to the news article “Officials bar Buddha from restaurant name” published in The West today, the Buddhist Council of Western Australia’s statement is as follows: Thank you for contacting us on the “Buddha bar” news article you published in The West today.

HH Dalai Lama’s visit to Perth 2011

His Holiness the Dalai Lama* received another warm welcome from Perth during his visit on the weekend of 18th and 19th of June – the Burswood Dome held about fourteen thousand paid ticket-holders. His holiness in his usual down-to-earth style spoke from the heart.

Live Export statement

The Federation of Australian Buddhist Councils have released the following statement on the Live Export issue: The Buddhist community of Australia believes that the live export of animals for slaughter is needless and cruel, and we call for an immediate and permanent ban on this trade.

Australian Sangha meet in Perth

The Australian Sangha Association is an association of Australian Buddhist monks and nuns. The purpose of the ASA is to serve the needs of all Buddhist monks and nuns resident in Australia, without interfering in the internal affairs of any temple or monastery. It aims to promote the well-being of the Sangha, nurture its growth, […]