Diamond Way Buddhism Australia

Brisbane

Our centre is one of the more than 700 lay centres that Lama Ole Nydahl founded for Diamond Way Buddhism of the Karma Kagyu lineage, and it is under the patronage of H.H. 17th Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje. Our aim is to make access to Buddha’s timeless wisdom approachable and relevant to modern people. With a strong emphasis on friendship and getting to know one another in a friendly environment, both those new to Buddhism and long-time practitioners meditate together, share experiences, and actively participate in the centre’s activities.

In 2026, we are meeting in the Conference Room 1 in Toowong Library (Toowong Village Shopping Centre, 9 Sherwood Rd, Toowong QLD 4066) on the third Thursday of every month at 6 pm.

Upcoming events

Buddhist Teachings with Daniella Csizmadia

We are delighted to invite you to a series of talks with Diamond Way travel teacher Daniella Csizmadia. Each talk will offer an opportunity to ask questions and participate in a guided meditation.

Buddhist Teachings with Daniella Csizmadia

Daniella was born in Hungary and took refuge with Lama Ole Nydahl in Budapest in 1996. After moving to Denmark in 2006, she spent a decade living at the Diamond Way Buddhist Centre in Copenhagen while traveling around the world with Lama Ole and Hannah Nydhal. A traveling teacher since 2015, Daniella now resides near the Danish retreat centre on Lolland island, where she works in healthcare and as a social worker.

Program

Friday 9 Oct6:30 pmBuddhism in the West
Saturday 10 OctFour Basic Thoughts
Sunday 11 OctUsing Buddhist Methods to Transform Disturbing Emotions

Regular schedule

Thursday6:00 pm16th Karmapa meditation (Third Thursday of the month)
19 Nov 2026
17 Dec 2026		6:00 pm16th Karmapa meditation Toowong Library

Contact

Alexandra
0452 106 361

Location

Toowong Library (Conference Room 1)
Toowong Village Shopping Centre, 9 Sherwood Road
Toowong QLD 4066

Please let the centre know you are coming.

Centres FAQ

Turn up roughly on time, and expect to meet a relaxed and friendly bunch of people who seem remarkably normal and un-holy. Diamond Way Buddhism is for regular people after all, and no formal meditation experience or Buddhist knowledge is required.

Each centre has its own timetable. A list of centres is shown at the top of this page. Please see the individual webpage of your local centre for their activities schedule.

There is usually a talk before the free guided meditation begins, given by members of the group keen to practice sharing their knowledge. The guided meditation runs for about 20 to 30 minutes. The presenter for the evening will outline the details of the meditation prior to commencing. Please check the centres schedule for their weekly program, the public evenings are free to attend.

No, newcomers are welcome to all of our meditations. The meditation is guided in English and the host of the meditation session can answer your questions.

You don’t need to bring anything along. Mats, cushions and chairs are all provided.

During the meditation, it is recommended to have a straight back and to be comfortable. You can meditate while seated on a cushion or a chair; after all, it’s your mind that gets enlightened, not your knees!!

There is no fee. If you attend regularly you’ll hear about how you can support the centre or become a financial member, but it is optional. Donations are always welcome to help cover regular centre costs.

Each centre has a bookshop containing Diamond Way Buddhist meditation booklets, books, DVDs and other Buddhist paraphernalia.

Centres are financed mainly through optional membership contributions. All surplus monies from courses and public lectures are used to fund Diamond Way Buddhist projects in Australia and around the world.

Just make an enquiry at your local Diamond Way Buddhist Centre.