Diamond Way Buddhism Australia

NORTHERN RIVERS

Diamond Way Buddhism Northern Rivers meets at 5.30pm – 6,30pm on every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month to share practical Buddhist teachings useful in every day life. There is a short talk related to Diamond Way Buddhist view or practice followed by meditation.

Currently we meet at 72 Byron Street, Bangalow (Yogalates Academy)

Our Monday evenings are suited to those new to Buddhism and also more experienced practitioners. If coming for the first time, it is good to call ahead so we can ensure someone is available to welcome you and give you some useful introductory information.

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

Monday 12 Oct5:30 pmKarma

Suggested donation: $20

Regular schedule

Monday5:30 pmIntroductory talk and 16th Karmapa meditation on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month
2 Nov 2026
16 Nov 2026
7 Dec 2026
5:30 pmIntroductory talk and 16th Karmapa meditation

Contact

Michael Koenen

Location

Yogalates Academy
72 Byron Street
Bangalow NSW 2479

Diamond Way Buddhism Northern Rivers meets at 5.30pm – 6,30pm on every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month to share practical Buddhist teachings useful in every day life. There is a short talk related to Diamond Way Buddhist view or practice followed by meditation.
 
Currently we meet at 72 Byron Street, Bangalow (Yogalates Academy)

Our Monday evenings are suited to those new to Buddhism and also more experienced practitioners. If coming for the first time, it is good to call ahead so we can ensure someone is available to welcome you and give you some useful introductory information.

Regular Schedule 

Introductory Talk and 16th Karmapa Meditation

1st & 3rd Monday of every month, 5.30pm-6.30pm

February – 2nd & 16th

March – 2nd 

April – 6th & 20th

May – 4th & 18th

June – 1st & 15th

July – 6th & 20th

August – 3rd & 17th

September – 7th & 24th

October – 5th & 19th

November – 2nd & 16th

December – 7th

Contact

Michael Koenen

3 Albert Place
Alstonville 2477

Call

Michael Koenen

0414621975

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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.