The generation and extinguishing of conditions within the secular all have profound meaning. On 5 June 2026, Fr Michael Tate passed away peacefully in Hobart at the age of eighty. Upon receiving this news, what arose in my heart was not only grief, but also a deep sense of gratitude — gratitude that in the course of this life, we were blessed with such a spiritual friend, who accompanied us for a time with his sincerity and light. Fr Tate’s life was itself a living testamen

On Sunday 24 May, the Academy hosted a celebration to commemorate the 2570 birthday of the Great Holy Sakyamuni Buddha. Community leaders, and new and old friends gathered to commemorate and celebrate the most sacred day on the Buddhist calendar – Buddha’s Birthday known as the Bathing Buddha Ceremony) at the headquarters of the Academy. The ceremony commenced with a Welcome to Country by Uncle Linton Burgess. Following the spiritual blessing by Uncle Burgess, traditional rit

On Saturday 21 February, over 300 people gathered at the site of the future Tasmanian Chinese Cultural Park of Australia to ring in the Year of the Horse. The Spring Festival is one of the most important festivals in traditional Chinese culture. It unites praying for good fortune to eliminate disasters, worshipping deities, enjoying joyous celebrations, as well as humanities and culture into a single grand festival. The ritual of sounding the bell at the commencement of a new

2025 was a big year - Lets recap on a few key statistics and photos!

The weeks leading up to the 2025 festive season was a very busy but rewarding period for the Academy. This year, we participated in the Hobart, Brighton, Oatlands and New Norfolk Christmas pageants, and even ventured north to George Town, on invitation, to join the locals at their parade. Many followers from China, New Zealand, Indonesia and other Australian states travelled to Tasmania to partake, bringing their tribal performances to the streets of the Tasmanian cities. We

In recent reflections on the causes and conditions that brought me into contact with the Honourable Sir Guy Green, my heart has been...

On Sunday, 4 May 2025, community leaders, religious representatives, and friends gathered to commemorate and celebrate the most...

Chinese New Year is a time of joy, renewal and celebration. Marking the arrival of the Year of the Snake, family and friends of the...

On a brisk late autumn Tasmanian morning, we opened the doors to the headquarters of the Tasmanian Chinese Buddhist Academy of Australia...

2024 welcomes the Year of the Dragon! In Buddhist tradition, the dragon is a totem for the supernatural, and the inconceivable. Its...

It was a delight to be able to welcome dignitaries and friends back to the headquarters of Tasmanian Chinese Buddhist Academy of...

We are delighted to be holding the Bathing Buddha Ceremony in-person this year at our Academy. The event will be livestreamed via Zoom...

Over the last few years, Academy member Vajra Sheng-Yuan has endeavoured to host at least one charity concert annually, using his...

The first year after COVID-19 lockdowns, and Lunar New Year celebrations was back in full swing! The Spring Festival is one of the most...

Wishing our friends, near and far, a Happy Lunar New Year! The year of the rabbit represents spiritual and powerful vitality. Those born...

It was wonderful to be back at the Heritage and Bullock Festival over the weekend of 13-14 August 2022. Organised by the Southern...

Wishing all our friends a Happy Lunar New Year! This year is the Year of the Tiger, and will be one of courage and enhanced energy —...