01/06/2026
བཀྲ་ཤིས་བདེ་ལེགས!
Yesterday, our community came together for the 4th Thongdrol Unfurling and Buddha Birthday Celebration – An Initiative for World Peace, held under the compassionate guidance and blessings of the 4th Ontrul Choeyang Rangdrol Rinpoche.
During the sacred month of Saga Dawa, we celebrated the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Lord Buddha while offering prayers for peace, harmony, and the wellbeing of all beings.
We were deeply honoured by the presence of respected monks, distinguished guests, Members of Parliament, ( hon Milton dick , speaker of Australian parliament, James Martin state member of parliament, councillor Emily Kim ) community leaders, and representatives from multicultural communities across Queensland. Your support reflects the values of unity, respect, and shared humanity that bring our diverse communities together.
The sacred Thongdrol, meaning “Liberation Through Seeing,” is a treasured tradition of Tibetan Himalayan Buddhism. It serves as a powerful reminder of compassion, wisdom, and spiritual awakening, inspiring peace within ourselves and throughout the world.
On behalf of OCAI and the organising committee, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all volunteers ( Brisbane zhasthang) , sponsors, monks, supporters, and community members whose dedication made this beautiful celebration possible.
May the blessings of this auspicious occasion bring happiness, good health, prosperity, and lasting peace to all.
🌸 May peace prevail in the world.
🙏 Tashi Delek and Happy Buddha Day.
