Brisbane shree Venkatesa Durga temple commemorates 3rd anniversary, acknowledging historic milestone in indian government

BRISBANE West's Shree Venkatesa Durga Temple marked a momentous occasion as it celebrated its third year since its establishment, highlighting a significant milestone within the Indian Government.

Situated at 57A Kenmore Rd Kenmore, the revered temple issued a letter of appreciation to the Indian Prime Minister, Hon. Narendra Modi, along with the esteemed Parliament. The letter came in the wake of the invocation of the sacred

"Sengol" (sceptre) within the Indian Parliament, an extraordinary artifact once handed to India's first Prime Minister following British Colonial rule.

The temple's letter of appreciation emphasised the widespread impact of this event on the global Hindu community. The Sengol, with Nandhi occupying the pinnacle of its structure, holds immense religious significance, and its presence within the national Parliament of India offered Hindus worldwide a sense of profound identification with their country's governance.

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, devotees were cordially invited to add their signatures to the letter, expressing unwavering support for the recognition of Hinduism in a national governing body. The signing campaign spanned from the auspicious day of 25th June (Aani Uthiram) to the grand Temple Anniversary on 9th July, garnering an astounding 100 signatures from devoted supporters.

During the peak of the Anniversary celebrations, the letter was officially handed over to the respected Hon. Consul of India, Smt. Archana Singh, honoured the event with her presence and conveyed sincere words of encouragement to the Indian Community.

The Shree Venkatesa Durga Temple's thirdanniversary celebration is a testament to the enduring cultural ties of those who follow Hinduism. With the stirring acknowledgment of this historic milestone in the Indian Government, the temple continues to serve as a radiant symbol of faith, unity, and reverence in Brisbane. brisbanedurgatemple.com

BLOOD DONATION DRIVE

– 18TH JUNE 2023

On 18th June 2023, Shirdi Sai Sansthan Brisbane, in collaboration with Australian Red Cross & Springwood Blood Donor Centre, organised a Blood Donation drive on 18th June 2023.

This was organised during the National Blood Donor Week from 12-18th June 2023.

The drive saw many Sai Devotees turn up to volunteer and donate blood towards the betterment of society. Shirdi Sai Sansthan has regularly organised Food Donation drives at the Roma Street Parklands every month. The devotees can join and support such initiatives by providing their Service to the community. Those who are not able to join, they may contribute towards such noble initiatives.

GURU PURNIMA CELEBRATIONS – 8TH

JULy 2023

Guru Purnima is a celebration of Rishi Ved Vyas’s birthday. This day celebrates the pious relationship between a Guru & a student.

This year, the Sansthan organised a grand Guru Purnima celebration on the 8th of July. This was attended by over 300+ devotees from a multi-cultural diaspora of Brisbane. The celebrations started at 8 am and ended at 8 pm; the devotees rejoiced in Bhajans by devotees & Sai Bhajan Group from North, Vedic Chants, Sai Satcharitra, Vishnu Shahastranamam, Sai Charan Paduka Pooja, Sai Abhishekam & Cultural dances by Smt Manga teacher. Devotees could also purchase Sai vastra as an offering for the Baba Moorty. The committee also encouraged young children