• Posted on: 15th Feb, 26
  • By: admin
  • Under: BCWA News

Celebrating the Life of Bunthan Chan

Bunthan served with quiet dedication as a committee member of the Buddhist Council of Western Australia (BCWA), representing the Cambodian Buddhist Centre of Western Australia. For many years, he also fulfilled the role of Treasurer, offering his service faithfully.
 
Bunthan was a gentle and reserved person, yet his presence was steady and reassuring. He met life with tolerance and patience, responding to circumstances with calm reflection rather than haste. His actions and decisions were consistently guided by the wisdom of the Buddha Dhamma, expressed not through words alone, but through conduct.
 
He passed away peacefully on 14th February 2026.
 
He will be deeply missed by both past and present members of the BCWA committee. His contribution, quiet yet enduring, remains woven into the shared life of the Council, like a lamp that continues to give light long after it has been passed on.
  • Posted on: 29th Jan, 26
  • By: Sandra Henville
  • Under: BCWA News

Fundraiser – Help Pave the Walk for Peace

Social Fundraising Night – Tables of 10

Bring along your 9 favourite people, book a table, and have a relaxed and joyful evening supporting the Albany Bhodinyana Great Southern Monastery Road Project.

Enjoy the vibrant multicultural dance performances, followed by a delicious buffet dinner, then relax or dance the night away to classic ABBA hits — or simply sit back and enjoy the music and atmosphere. 🎶💃 💃🕺

Date: 5 April 2026 Sunday 6:00- 9:30 pm
Venue: Morley Sports & Recreation Centre
12 Wellington Road, Morley

Contact
Sandra Blackham 0412 146 787
Dr. Aye 0481 212 010
Eddie Khoo 0410 733 289

Secure your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

 

  • Posted on: 20th Jan, 26
  • By: Sandra Henville
  • Under: BCWA News

Heartfelt Gratitude for the Sacred Relics Tour in Perth

On behalf of the Buddhist Council of Western Australia (BCWA) and the wider Buddhist community here in Perth, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to the Druk Community Centre of Australia for organising the recent visit of His Eminence the Second Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche and the Lord Buddha’s Sacred Relics Tour.

The presence of His Eminence Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche among us was a source of great inspiration and joy. We are deeply moved by His Eminence’s tireless dedication to sharing the Dharma and these holy objects globally. We are honoured that you chose to begin the Australian leg of this tour in Perth.

We understand the immense amount of planning, logistics, and dedication required to execute an event of this magnitude. Your team’s hard work created a flawless and serene environment at the Serbian Community Centre, allowing thousands of practitioners from Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana backgrounds to connect with these holy objects in a deeply meaningful way.

We also wish to formally recognize the Union Bouddhiste de France (UBF) for their extraordinary generosity in allowing these precious relics to travel to Western Australia. Their custodianship of these holy objects is a service to Buddhists worldwide.

Furthermore, we extend our heartfelt thanks to His Excellency Sonam Tobgay and the Royal Bhutanese Embassy for their invaluable support of the Bhutanese diaspora and the Druk community in Australia. Your Excellency’s presence and support throughout the event highlighted the enduring bond between our local community and the rich spiritual heritage of the Kingdom of Bhutan.

We pray for your long life and good health, and for the continued success of the Relics Tour as it travels across Australia. We hope that we may have the good fortune to welcome you back to Western Australia in the future.

With metta and gratitude,

Ms Natasha Tang JP

President

Buddhist Council of Western Australia

His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche carried the relics down to bless the elderly and disabled with the support of the UBF security team.

His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche welcoming the crowds at the opening ceremony.

His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche blessed every one of the thousands of visitors to the event.

 

 

 

  • Posted on: 18th Jan, 26
  • By: Sandra Henville
  • Under: BCWA News

‘Meeting the Buddha’ – Australian Premier in Perth!

Get a glimpse into the world of Meeting the Buddha

Join Diamond Way Buddhist Centre for the Australian Premiere of ‘Meeting the Buddha‘ at Events Cinemas, Innaloo on 26 February 2026.

This international award-winning documentary film ‘Meeting the Buddha‘ by Márta György-Kessler tells the story of how timeless wisdom found its way into contemporary life through the bond between teacher and student. It follows the life and legacy of the 16th Karmapa, Rangjung Rigpe Dorje—the head of the Karma Kagyu lineage, one of four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism and captures the remarkable presence of this spiritual teacher, known as a Living Buddha and the King of the Yogis.
Date: Thursday, 26 February 2026
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Events Cinemas Innaloo
Price: $31.00 Admission + $2.00 booking fee
View trailer – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WercQxySY5M
  • Posted on: 18th Jan, 26
  • By: Sandra Henville
  • Under: BCWA News

Buddha Relics Tour – starts tomorrow!

The Sacred Lord Buddha’s Relics have arrived in Australia! 
The Druk Community Centre of Australia is deeply honoured to bring this precious relic from France under the spiritual guidance of His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche.
The tour starts in Perth tomorrow. Kalu Rinpoche warmly invites all Buddhist communities, Bhutanese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, Tibetan, Nepalese, Indian, Chinese, and beyond to come together in unity, meditation, and prayer for this sacred occasion.
This blessed event will be led by the Bhutanese team and volunteers, with the kind support of His Excellency Dasho Sonam Tobgay, the French Embassy, and Australian government officials.
When: 19th and 20th Jan
Time: 10.00am to 7.00pm (both days)
Where: Serbian Community Centre
228 Kenwick Rd,
Kenwick WA 6107
From Perth, the relics will travel to Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, and Melbourne. Everyone is invited to participate in this rare and blessed opportunity.
  • Posted on: 17th Dec, 25
  • By: Natasha Tang
  • Under: BCWA News

Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Bondi attacks

 

Title: BCWA Statement on the Bondi Terror Attack on 14 December 2025

The Buddhist Council of Western Australia (BCWA) expresses our profound sorrow and shock at the horrific terrorist attack in Bondi, Sydney. We unequivocally condemn this act of violence and all actions that intentionally harm innocent people. 

Our hearts go out to the victims, their families and loved ones, first responders, and everyone in the wider community who is grieving and feeling unsafe. We stand in solidarity with all Australians—especially communities directly affected—at this time of immense pain. 

As Buddhists, we are guided by non-harming (ahimsa) and the cultivation of loving-kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna). Loving-kindness does not mean ignoring wrongdoing. It means responding to tragedy without hatred, and choosing unity, care, and wise action over fear and division.

BCWA calls on all communities to reject violence and hatred in every form, and to come together to protect social harmony and the dignity and safety of all people in Australia.

We invite our member organisations and the broader community to dedicate prayers, chanting, and acts of generosity in memory of those who have died, and to offer practical support to those who are injured, traumatised, or grieving.

May all who have suffered find comfort and safety.

May wisdom guide our actions.

May peace prevail in our land.

With Metta,

Buddhist Council of Western Australia (BCWA)

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