Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association

26/03/2026

Reminder that Shree Ram Navami on the Gold Coast is on tomorrow (Friday, 27th March). Dinner/prasad provided. Register for the event at:

https://events.humanitix.com/ram-navami-and-ugadi-yugadi-gudi-padwa

17/03/2026

Please register for this event at https://events.humanitix.com/ram-navami-and-ugadi-yugadi-gudi-padwa

04/03/2026

🙏 Jai Shree Ram 🙏

The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association warmly invites you and your family to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Shree Ram Navami.

We also take this opportunity to observe Yugadi/ Ugadi/ Gudi Padwa.

Join us for an evening of bhakti and community celebration, including:
✨ Ram Katha Chalisa
🪔 Aarti and devotional prayers

Let us come together to honour Rama, the embodiment of dharma, righteousness and compassion.

📅 Friday 27 March 2026
🕠 5:30pm – 8:30pm
📍 Helensvale Community Centre

✨ Save the date!
Booking link will be shared soon.

24/02/2026

🌸 Save the Date – Navratri on the Gold Coast! 🌸

The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association warmly invites you to celebrate the joyous festival of Navratri with our community.

🗓 Sunday, 11 October
📍 Broadbeach Cultural Centre – Auditorium

Join us for an evening filled with:
✨ Traditional Garba & Dandiya
🙏 Devotional Worship & Aarti
🎶 Vibrant Music & Cultural Celebrations
🥗 Delicious Vegetarian Food
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Community, Colour and Festive Spirit for all ages

Let us come together to celebrate faith, culture and togetherness in true Navratri spirit.

More information, tickets and program details coming soon.
Please mark your calendars and share with family and friends!

10/02/2026

🕉️ Om Namah Shivaya 🕉️

On this sacred night of Maha Shivaratri, come together as a community to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva 🌙✨
A night of devotion, energy, and spiritual awakening awaits.

📍 Helensvale Community Centre
🗓 Sunday, 15 February 2026
⏰ 2:00 – 5:00 pm

Join us for bhajans, prayers, abhishekam, and prasad.
Devotees are invited to bring flowers for Lord Shiva 🌸
Milk Abhishekam participation available at the venue.

🙏 Entry is free – all are welcome
🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982660534029

🔔 Note for devotees 🔔
Participation in Milk Abhishekam is optional.
Those wishing to take part are kindly requested to bring milk and a $51 offering, payable at the venue.
🙏 Thank you for your understanding.

Let us chant, pray, and celebrate together in the divine presence of Mahadev.
Har Har Mahadev 🔱

23/01/2026

GOLD COAST MURUGAN TEMPLE THAIPUSAM 2026 – Sunday, 1st February 9.30 AM to 11 AM at 15 Byth Street, Arundel

Dear Members, and Well-Wishers

We are delighted to invite you and your family to participate in our next event THAIPUSAM at GCHCA Precinct on Sunday, 1st February from 9.30 am to 11.00 am.



We eagerly look forward to your presence for this THAIPUSAM.



Date: 1st February 2026 (Sunday)



Address: Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Precinct, 15 Byth St, Arundel QLD 4214



Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am (From 9.30 am to 10:00am carrying P**l Kudam (milk pot) for Abhishegam followed by Pooja and Prasad.)

*Please Book your free tickets at Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/thaipusam-2026-sunday-1st-february-930-am-to-11-am-at-15-byth-street-tickets-1981390916569?*

Significance of Thaipusam :
Thaipusam is celebrated each year during the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai, which generally falls in January or February. This year, the festival takes place on 1st February. Thaipusam is a special time for devotees to seek blessings from Lord Murugan, asking for good health, prosperity, and forgiveness as they enter the new year. The name ‘Thaipusam’ is derived from two Tamil words: ‘Thai,’ referring to the Tamil month, and ‘Pusam,’ which signifies the Pusam Nakshatra (Star). The festival commemorates the occasion when Goddess Parvati presented Murugan with a spear, empowering him to vanquish the demon Soorapadman. As we observe Thaipusam, we are reminded of the triumph of good over evil and are encouraged to purify our minds and bodies, embracing positive energy and intentions.

P**l Kudam (Milk Offering) and Rituals
One of the most significant offerings made during Thaipusam is the P**l Kudam, or Milk Offering. This tradition involves carrying milk in a vessel called a kudam (pot), which is typically balanced on the devotee’s head. The milk is then offered to Lord Murugan, and the priest uses it to perform the sacred P**l Abhishegam ritual.

On this special day, devotees are welcome to participate in the P**l Kudam (Milk Pot) procession within our precinct. The route will commence at the main gate and proceed to the basement of the temple building, where the main ceremony will take place.

Additionally, those who wish to take the “Kavadi” during the P**l Kudam (Milk Pot) procession are most welcome to join in this act of devotion.

Thank you,

with kind regards,

Management Committee
The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association

[email protected] / http://GoldCoastHindu.org | FB

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15/12/2025

On behalf of the Hindu community on the Gold Coast, the Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association (GCHCA) express our shock and sadness at this act of senseless violence against the Jewish Community that has deeply shocked our membership.

It is a heartbreaking loss of life and injuries sustained by innocent individuals. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragedy. No circumstance can ever justify violence against civilians, and we strongly condemn this act.

The response of the emergency services and the courage of the general public during the incident are commendable and truly reflect our values as a strong Australian society. We remain united with all organisations that stand against harm and violence and uphold true Australian values. We reaffirm our commitment to peace, solidarity, and the rule of law.

We pray for the departed souls, and hope the families of the victims have the strength to bear the loss and get through these tough times, and that the injured people recover soon.

GCHCA stands united with the Jewish community of the Gold Coast and elsewhere, extending our support and solidarity during these times of despair.

God bless us all.

28/10/2025

Skanda Sashti - A Historic Celebration of Our Temple

Last Sunday marked a truly special moment for the Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association – the celebration of Skanda Sashti, honouring Lord Murugan, the embodiment of courage, wisdom, and triumph of a good over adversity.

What made this celebration even more meaningful was that it was the very first event held within our temple premises – a milestone filled with joy, devotion and unity. The event was fully booked, with people from diverse backgrounds coming together to share in the spiritual energy, music, and rituals that fill the space with warm and reverence.

A heartfelt thanks to every volunteer, devotee, and well-wisher who helped make this historic event possible. Together, we are building something truly special.

Om!

12/10/2025

Dear Devotees,

Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association is cordially inviting you and your family to celebrate Skanda Sashti Pooja on Sunday October 26th 2025.

Murugan , also known as Skanda, Kartikeya, Subrahmanya and Shanmukha , is the Hindu god of war. He is the son of Parvati and Shiva, the brother of Ganesha and a god whose legends have many versions in Hinduism. Murugan/Kartikeya has been an important deity in the Indian subcontinent since ancient times, worshipped as Mahasena and Kumara in North India and is predominantly worshipped in the state of Tamil Nadu and other parts of South India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia and Mauritius.

We eagerly look forward to your presence for this Festival.

Venue: Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Precinct, 15 Byth St, Arundel QLD 4214

Date: 26th October 2025 (Sunday)

Time: 9:00 am to 10:30am Skanda Sashti Pooja, 10:30am to 11:30am cultural activities followed by Prasadam.

Please register via the following TryBooking link:

https://www.trybooking.com/DGMBG

04/10/2025

A Huge Thank You to Ms Varsha & the Wedding and Party Trends Team!

The GCHCA Navratri Reception on 27th September looked absolutely stunning thanks to the beautiful decorations by Ms Varsha and her amazing team from Wedding and Party Trends.

Varsha has been a long-time supporter of our community, always ready to help and always delivering her very best with creativity and warmth. We are so grateful for her continued generosity and commitment in making every event truly special.

04/10/2025

📢 Annual General Meeting Update

The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association (GCHCA) held its Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 28th September 2025.

We are pleased to announce the newly elected committee for the 2025–2026 term:

President – Dr Chinniah Arunagiri
Vice President – Mrs Priyadharsini Sivakumaran
Secretary – Mr Ned Ramalingam Nedunchezhian
Joint Secretary – Dr Pran Lal
Treasurer – Mr Raj Haikerwal
Assistant Treasurer – Mr Indy Siva
Director of Cultural Activities – Dr Kartik Menon
Director of Religious Activities – Mr Ramanathan Karuppiah
Director of Educational Activities – Dr Padmanbhan Krishnan
Director of Resources, Media, Publicity and Asset Management – Dr Rajendra Nayak
Director of Youth and Community Activities, Fund Raising Activities, and Event Management – Dr Ashok Gangasandra

🙏 We thank all outgoing committee members for their dedicated service, and we look forward to another successful term under the new leadership.