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A Buddhist monastery set in a 60 hectare (150 acre) wooded valley near Wellington, New Zealand. Principally a residence for those wishing to participate or train in the monastic lifestyle it is the focus for a thriving Buddhist community of many cultures. The forested area with remote lodgings provides a suitable environment for seclusion. Senior monks offer instruction in meditation, Buddhist principles, retreats and provide traditional religious services.
Bodhi (enlightenment) Nyana (knowledge) Rama (garden)
” The Garden of Enlightened Knowing “
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Verse from the Khuddaka
Alert to the needs of the journey,
those on the path of awareness,
like swans, glide on,
leaving behind their former resting places.
those on the path of awareness,
like swans, glide on,
leaving behind their former resting places.
Dhammapada Verse 91
Latest Events
February 2026
Morning Puja: 19 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 19 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 20 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 20 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 21 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 21 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 22 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 22 February 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon