Unibuds - The University of New South Wales Buddhist Society

Unibuds - The University of New South Wales Buddhist Society The University of New South Wales Buddhist Society To find out more, you may visit: www.myzhengxin.net

UNIBUDS at a Glance

The University of New South Wales Buddhist Society (UNIBUDS) was the first Buddhist organisation on campus in Australia; established in 1981. Venerable Tsang Hui from Hwa Tsang Monastery and Venerable Chao Khun Samai from Wat Pa Buddharangsee are currently the patrons of UNIBUDS, and have been since the formation period. UNIBUDS is a non-sectarian Buddhist society and thus it

supports all Buddhism schools and traditions e.g.: Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan and so on. Over the years, UNIBUDS has grown and flourished to be the largest student Buddhist society on campus in Australia. The activities and events held during a year period include regular English and Chinese dhamma talks, weekly sports sessions, monthly meditation workshops, meditation retreats, social functions and lots more. UNIBUDS always maintains a harmonious relationship among members within the society and outside the society with other Buddhist societies in NSW. UNIBUDS website:
www.unibuds.unsw.edu.au

UNIBUDS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlPMWnpgcxsudZ4HRZHohw

There's a group of ex-UNIBUDS in Malaysia form an association, Zheng Xin Buddhist Association (UNIBUDS alumni, formed year 1999) to continue the journey of learning Dhamma.

Hope everyone is settling into the semester and surviving the week so far! 📚✨ Whether you're juggling lectures, assignme...
07/06/2026

Hope everyone is settling into the semester and surviving the week so far! 📚✨ Whether you're juggling lectures, assignments, work, or all of the above, don't forget to take a moment to slow down and recharge. 🌿

A huge thank you to everyone who joined our activities last week! It was wonderful seeing both familiar and new faces at our meditation session and Dhamma talks 😊. We hope you left with something meaningful to reflect on and carry into your daily life.

This week, our Tuesday Meditation Session will explore the theme "To Let Go of Discomfort" 🧘‍♀️💫. We often spend so much energy resisting difficult emotions, stressful situations, or things that don't go according to plan. Through meditation, we'll learn how to acknowledge discomfort with kindness, let go of unnecessary tension, and create more space for calm and resilience.

In our Chinese Dhamma Talk, "Buddhism's Perspectives on Suffering and Happiness" 🪷, we'll explore why Buddhism begins its teachings with the reality of suffering, the different forms of suffering described by the Buddha, what conditions give rise to genuine happiness, and how practising the Ten Wholesome Actions can directly improve the quality of our everyday lives.

Our English Dhamma Talk will focus on "Establishing Mindfulness (Satipatthana): Developing Inner Joy" 🌟. Together we'll look at the Buddha's teachings on the Five Aggregates and how understanding the nature of our body, feelings, perceptions, mental formations, and consciousness can help us cultivate greater mindfulness, wisdom, and lasting inner contentment.

As always, everyone is welcome🤗. There will be plenty of snacks, warm conversations, and good company waiting for you 🍪☕💕

We can't wait to see you this week! 🌱✨

🏸 Need a study break? We've got just the thing! 😆After weeks of lectures, assignments, and staring at screens, it might ...
04/06/2026

🏸 Need a study break? We've got just the thing! 😆

After weeks of lectures, assignments, and staring at screens, it might be time to get moving and have some fun. Whether you're a seasoned badminton player or someone who just wants to smash a shuttlecock around with friends, come join us for a casual morning of badminton! 💪✨

It's the perfect chance to unwind, stay active, meet fellow Unibuddies, and recharge before the semester gets even busier. No experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and we'll take care of the rest! 🥳

Please bring your own rackets and shuttlecock if you want. 🙌 Don't worry if you don't have one, we'll have some available for participants. Just remember to bring a water bottle and wear comfortable sports gear. 💧👟

🗓️ Date: 13 June 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Venue: UNSW Fitness & Aquatic Centre – Basketball Stadium

💰 Cost:
$5 – UNIBUDS / Arc Members
$6 – Non-members

Scan the QR code on the poster to fill in the registration form or via this link: https://forms.gle/wqWdgeBhd8vb2hqA7

Payment details can be found on the registration form, or you can pay in cash on the day.

📞 Contact:
Nuosi – 0466 310 690
Giselle – 0422 137 393
Reinaldy – 0491 049 623

Grab a friend, bring your competitive spirit (or just come for the laughs 😎), and we'll see you on the court! 🏸💛

Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to join us for the Tuesday meditation session😍 we’ve all had a ...
03/06/2026

Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to join us for the Tuesday meditation session😍 we’ve all had a wonderful time🌟. Please do note that there are also English and Chinese Dharma talk this week!

Also, don’t forget that we’ll have a stall set up in the Quad today and tomorrow! Do pop along and say hello.

Hello Unibuddies 👋💛Week 1 is finally here! We hope everyone had a refreshing break and is settling back into uni life sm...
01/06/2026

Hello Unibuddies 👋💛

Week 1 is finally here! We hope everyone had a refreshing break and is settling back into uni life smoothly. Before we jump into another exciting term, a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Autumn Retreat 🍂. It was wonderful spending time together away from the city, practising meditation, learning the Dhamma, enjoying delicious meals, and sharing meaningful conversations with you☺️. We hope you returned feeling refreshed and inspired for the semester ahead. ✨

If you missed out on the retreat, don't worry! Our weekly activities are back and we'd love to see you there! 🌿

The venue and time for this term’s weekly activities have changed, so please take note.

In this week's Chinese Dhamma Talk, we’ll be discussing Karma and Rebirth 🪷. What exactly is karma? Why do we sometimes put in our best effort yet still not see the results we hope for? And if Buddhism teaches cause and effect, where does free will fit into the picture? Join us as we explore how Buddhism understands destiny, personal responsibility, and the choices we make every day.

For our English Dhamma Talk, we'll be looking at The Middle Way ⚖️, one of the Buddha's most important teachings. We'll explore its historical origins, what "right view" means in Buddhist practice, and how avoiding extremes can help us navigate modern life with greater balance and wisdom.

Whether you're completely new to Buddhism or have been attending our events for a while, everyone is welcome 🤗. Bring a friend, come with questions, or simply drop by and listen. As always, there'll be free snacks, good company, and a supportive space to learn and connect 🍪☕.

We can't wait to see both familiar and new faces this week. Let's start the semester with calm minds and open hearts. 🌱✨

The countdown to the new semester is officially on 🤗📚 Are you all ready for another term already?A huge thank you to eve...
25/05/2026

The countdown to the new semester is officially on 🤗📚 Are you all ready for another term already?

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the UNIBUDS stall today 💜 It was so lovely seeing familiar faces again and meeting so many new people joining our society for the first time 🪷✨ We really appreciate all the chats, support, and interest in our activities!

Missed us during O-Week? Don’t worry☺️ — there are still stalls ongoing from Tuesday to Thursday this week. And you can still find us at Discovery Fest during week one👀 Come visit us at the Quadrangle, say hi to the team, learn more about our upcoming events🎉, and grab some goodies while you’re there 🌿

Also, a quick reminder that registrations for this Friday’s Autumn Retreat are STILL OPEN 🍂 Spots are filling up fast, so if you’ve been thinking about joining, now’s the time! 😉Sign-up link can be found in our bio 🔗

Can’t wait to see you all around campus again 💕

We are ready to welcome you!🥰Come to our stall at library lawn! Snacks and small gifts are waiting for you to pick up🥳
25/05/2026

We are ready to welcome you!🥰Come to our stall at library lawn! Snacks and small gifts are waiting for you to pick up🥳

A new term is starting soon… which means new classes, new routines, new people — and probably a tiny bit of stress too 😵...
22/05/2026

A new term is starting soon… which means new classes, new routines, new people — and probably a tiny bit of stress too 😵‍💫💭

Are you still worried about not finding opportunities to meet new people? Come say hi to UNIBUDS 🪷✨ Here you will learn meditation, mindfulness, Buddhist teachings, or if you are simply curious about what we do, we’d love to welcome you in!🤩

Drop by our stall to chat with our EXCO team and find out more about:
🌿 Weekly activities to help you relax and reset
🗣️ Dhamma Talks and meditations exploring Buddhism and everyday life
🎉 Social events, retreats, picnics, workshops and more
🎁 How to meet like-minded people and feel more connected during the semester

We’ll also have FREE snacks, goodies, and little surprises for those who register on the spot 👀🍬

📍 Find our stall at:
🕓 12PM-5PM
📅 25th May, Monday
📍 L07 in Library Lawn

🕓 9AM-4PM
📅 26th - 28th May, Tuesday-Thursday
📍 In front of the Main Library

Whether you know something bout Buddhism before or have absolutely no idea where to begin, everyone is welcome 🌱

Become a UNIBUDS member here 🔗
(Link also in bio): https://campus.hellorubric.com/?tab=memberships&s=12721

Come hang out, ask questions, grab a snack, and start the term with us 💜 See you around campus!

Hello everyone,A huge thank you to everyone who joined in Vesak Day!❤️🥰We are sincerely grateful for your support and ho...
18/05/2026

Hello everyone,

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in Vesak Day!❤️🥰

We are sincerely grateful for your support and hope you all had a fun and meaningful day! ✨ Your help is truly appreciated and has been recorded in our event highlights.☺️

The event was a great success, and we hope everyone gained something from the Dharma talks given by our venerables! Happy Vesak Day to everyone celebrating!🎉

Scan the QR code or click the link below to view more photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iyGbqw7HmTqqO_nWhwo1ZDQmsHvbGCvz?usp=sharing
📸

Hey Unibuddies, 🍂 Want to spend some time practising mindfulness and self-care before the new semester begins? Come on r...
16/05/2026

Hey Unibuddies,

🍂 Want to spend some time practising mindfulness and self-care before the new semester begins? Come on retreat with us at UNIBUDS’ Autumn Retreat 2026 to take their practice of meditation and the Dharma deeper in ideal conditions with like-minded people. 🌿✨

Join us for 3 days and 2 nights surrounded by the peaceful nature of Bundanoon, where we’ll step away from the noise of the city and reconnect with ourselves in a calm monastery environment 🕊️😊

This year’s retreat theme is “Uplifting Energy” ☀️, exploring how we can cultivate positive energy, clarity, and resilience in our everyday lives through Buddhist teachings and mindfulness practice. Throughout the retreat, you’ll get to experience walking & sitting meditation sessions 🧘, Dhamma discussions 🪷, mindful activities, Tai Chi, community living, and of course, plenty of delicious vegetarian food lovingly prepared by the monastery 🍃🥗

Don’t miss out on this fun and productive opportunity to recharge before the new semester starts! 😶‍🌫️ Join us at the UNIBUDS Autumn Retreat and get ready to hit the ground running for the second semester! 🌞💪

📍 Venue: Sunnataram Forest Monastery 225 Teudts Rd, Bundanoon NSW 2579
📅 Date: Friday 29 May – Sunday 31 May 2026
⏰ Time: 11am Friday – 5pm Sunday
🚆 Meeting points on Friday:
• UNSW Anzac Parade Light Rail Station, at 7:30 am
• Central Train Station (Platform 23), at 8:00 am

Cost: Food and accommodation are generously provided by the monastery, and donations are warmly welcomed 🙏 Participants will only need to purchase their own train ticket (details in registration form).

As a sign of respect to the monastery and to minimise disruptions, all participants are kindly expected to attend the full retreat from beginning to end 🌱

Spots are limited, so make sure to register early! 🔗 Sign-up link in the QR Code or here (also in bio): https://forms.gle/MutREPK4LDSorifx9

If you have any questions, feel free to contact:
Vitul: 0414 905 489
Rashini: 0490 064 668
Nuosi: 0466 310 690

🌸 Vesak Day 2026 is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to celebrate this special occasion with UNIBUDS! Join ...
28/04/2026

🌸 Vesak Day 2026 is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to celebrate this special occasion with UNIBUDS! Join us for an afternoon of reflection, connection, and cultural experience as we commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha 🪷✨ This is a great opportunity to slow down after a busy final exam period and learn about Buddhism. We welcome everyone to come and make wonderful memories and new friends!❤️

Throughout the session, you’ll get to experience guided chanting and meditation to help settle the mind and reconnect with the present moment 🧘‍♀️ We’ll also take part in the symbolic Bathing the Buddha statue, a gentle reminder of letting go and starting fresh 🌿 In addition, there will be a Dharma sharing led by experienced monastics from different Buddhist traditions (Mahayana Buddhism & Theravada Buddhism), offering insights into how these teachings can be applied in everyday life.

It’s a chance to meet like-minded people, and explore a tradition that continues to inspire people across cultures and generations🎉 Bring a friend or come along solo, everyone is welcome!

Spots are limited, so don’t forget to sign up via the QR code or the link: https://forms.gle/jSgMSm9T6vG3Tn4s7 (link also in bio).

📅Date: 10 May 2026
⏰Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍Location: Squarehouse 114, UNSW campus, Kensington, 2033, NSW

Contact Person:
Melissa (0452 122 188)
Rusandi (0494 405 952)
Reinaldy (0491 049 623)
Email: [email protected]

HOPE TO SEE YOU!!!

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Sydney, NSW
2032

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