Vesak Message from Colin Barnett MLA Premier of WA
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It is with great pleasure that I wish members of the Buddhist Council of Western Australia and the WA Buddhist community a very happy and festive Vesak Day.
As one of Australia’s most culturally diverse States, Western Australia is home to many faiths and cultures. WA’s Buddhists are a growing and valued part of our vibrant community and the Vesak Day celebration is one that offers all West Australians the opportunity to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s most significant religions. Read more »
2013 VESAK DAY CELEBRATIONS 
Saturday 13 April 2013 saw the Cambodian Buddhist Society of WA celebrating the Cambodian New Year in Perth. It was wonderful to see a Australians of all walks of life at the event which was well attended at their premises in Kelmscott. 
The ABC TV program Q&A is perhaps Australia’s number one current affairs program and so we were pleased to see Ven Robina Courtin on the show on 1st April 2013.
Lama Ole Nydahl will begin his 2013 Australian tour with a visit to Perth for two lectures.