ABOUT US
ABTLC - The Association for Buddhist Teaching and Learning in the Community Inc. is a non-profit organisation, dedicated to the dissemination of Buddhist teachings and fostering community learning. Established in 2011, the organisation is committed to providing accessible education and resources for individuals interested in the study and practice of Buddhism.
Our Teacher
Venerable Shabdrung Rinpoche
About the 12th Shabdrung Choewang Drakpa Rinpoche
Shabdrung Rinpoche was born on 9th September 1976 to a small nomadic family in Ladakh, Northern Himalayan region. In 1988, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama recognized him as the reincarnation of the 11th Shangshung Choewang Dakpa, one of the greatest disciples of Lama Je Tsongkhapa, the founder of Gelugpa Tradition. In that same year, he was enrolled in Sera Monastery and Venerable Kyabje Choenden Rinpoche laid the basic foundation and gave his unwavering support for acquiring the in-depth knowledge of Buddhist Philosophy and practice. In same year, he was blessed to ordain the vows of probationer (Sramanerah) from His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Currently, he is spending most of his time in mediation; receiving various commentaries, Empowerments and oral transmissions of Sutrayana and Tantrayana from His Holiness the Dalai Lama and other learned Buddhist teachers.
Programmes
ABTLC offers classes and events regularly, and hosts an active Study Group.
Upcoming Events
NYUNG NYE RETREATS
2026
觀音齋戒
2026 March Nyung Nye Retreat
2026 三月觀音齋戒
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01/03- Nyung Nye Preparation Date
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02/03 - 03/03 (Nyung Nye Retreat)
2026 May Nyung Nyew Retreat
2026 五月觀音齋戒
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25/05 Nyung Nye Preparation
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26/05 - 31/05 Back-to-Back Nyung Nye Retreat
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01/06 - Last Day
Centre Open for Visit
Medicine Buddha Sand Mandala
Dear Friends,
We are pleased to inform you that the Medicine Buddha Mandala will continue to be on display at the Buddhist Center ABTLC in Narre Warren,
open to everyone on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
OPEN TO EVERYONE ON
SATURDAYS
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Rituals
Puja Schedules
Our Puja schedules at ABTLC are designed to provide regular opportunities for the community to engage in deep spiritual practice. Pujas are held weekly and during special occasions, offering participants a chance to gather, chant, make offerings, and pray for the well-being of all sentient beings. Each session is led by Venerable Shabdrung Rinpoche and is open to everyone, regardless of experience level. Please refer to our calendar for detailed times and dates to join us in cultivating compassion, wisdom, and inner peace through these sacred rituals.
2025
14/12 燃灯节 Galdan Namchot （Lama Tsong Ka pa Day)
26/12 - 13/01 2026 如意珠度母閉關 Chittamani Retreat
2026
13/1 密法自入灌顶日 Tantric Practice Day
18/01 (Sun) 度母會供 Tara Puja
26/01 (Mon) 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
28/01 (Wed) 上師會供 Guru Puja
11/2 胜乐金刚會供日 Chakrasamvara (Heruka) Puja
17/02 (Tue) 中國年一日閉關 & 度母會供 (One-Day Retreat + Tara Puja ) Chinese New Year
18/02 (Wed) 藏曆新年Tibetan Losar - Guru Puja
24/02 (Tue) 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
26/02 (Thurs) 上師會供 Guru Puja
01/03- 觀音齋戒準備日 Nyung Nye Preparation Date (5pm Enter)
02/03 - 03/03 觀音齋戒 (Nyung Nye Retreat)
13/03 (Fri) 金剛瑜伽母會供 Vajrayogini Puja
18/03 度母會供 Tara Puja
26/03 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
28/03 上師會供 Guru Puja
12/04 (Sun) 金剛瑜伽母會供 Vajrayogini Puja
17/04 度母會供 Tara Puja
24/04 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
26/04 上師會供 Guru Puja
12/05 金剛瑜伽母會供 Vajrayogini Puja
16/05 度母會供 Tara Puja
17/05 Sun 神變月 (Saka Dawa Starts)
24/05 Sun 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
26/05 上師會供 Guru Puja
27/05 觀音齋戒準備Nyung Nye Preparation
28/05 - 31/05 兩組觀音齋戒 Two Sets Nyung Nye Retreat
10/06 金剛瑜伽母會供 Vajrayogini Puja
15/06 度母會供 Tara Puja (The Last of Saka Dawa)
22/06 藥師佛會供 Medicine Buddha Puja
24/06 上師會供 Guru Puja
10/07 瑜伽母會供 Vajrayogini Puja
14/07 度母會供 Tara Puja
18/07 佛初轉法輪 The First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma
Our Mission
ABTLC is a Buddhist Association dedicated to the teachings and learning of Buddhism, while striving to make meaningful contributions to the community.
Spiritual Education
Community Support
Compassionate Action
Personal Development
Cultural Preservation
