Vesak Radio Broadcast 2008
On the Eve of Vesak Day 2009, Radio Fremantle broadcast a live 30 minute interview featuring Vesak Day observations in Perth. The radio presenter was Derek Cusick and the BCWA were represented by Jake and Kate.
BCWA delegation meets Minister of Multicultural Affairs
The first BCWA meeting with Hon Minister John Castrilli focussed on visa issues for monks. The BCWA were represented by president Mr Stewart Jarvis, Ajahn Brahm and two other delgates.
Opening of Jhana Grove meditation centre
The huge Jhana Grove Meditation Centre opened on 10th April 2009 with a huge turnout with many guests including former WA Premier Geoff Gallop. Please visit www.jhanagrove.org.au for more information. The Jhana Grove was opened by Ajahn Brahm and is a project of the Buddhist Society of Western Australia.
Fundraising for Black Saturday Fires
Several Buddhist organisations responded quickly to the tragedy and raised money for Red Cross Appeal. The Australian Buddhist Bliss Culture Mission in Willetons and the Sri Lankan Temple in Kelmscott organised fund raisers.
BCWA Burmese Cyclone Relief Food Fair
The food fair held at the Fremantle Esplanade last Sunday was an outstanding success! The weather was lovely and sunny which allowed thousands of people to pass through the food stalls and buy food with proceeds going to the victims of Cyclone Nargis.
