Witness the Queen of Flowers in her Autumn Glory
The beautiful fragrance of roses lifts the spirits and reminds us of what a wonderful world this can be. So why not come and enjoy the magnificent ten-acre landscaped gardens at the “Peaceful Land of Joy”. Full program below.
There is a wide range of rose perfumes to enjoy as you stroll on the perfect lawns, near the redwoods and golden robinias, overlooking the tranquil lake. You can take a break in the wonderful two newly planted courtyard gardens that a recent visitor described as a “dreamscape,” or go on an entertaining garden tour.
As a beautiful frame for the roses, there are extensive flower gardens with a range of annuals and perennials to enjoy. We look forward to welcoming you to the Peaceful Land of Joy.
Open Day Highlights
- Devonshire teas with freshly baked scones, cream and homemade strawberry jam, served with tea, chai and coffee in our outdoor café
- Delicious brunch of soup and savoury scones
- Free garden tours, and of the traditional Tibetan temple with a fascinating glimpse of Tibetan culture
- Free meditation sessions for peace and relaxation
- Gifts in the Enjoyment Shop with Australian-made scented products; Australian-made gourmet foods, local honey; Tibetan handmade yak blankets and bags, malas and incense; Enjoyment Shop brands of jam, chai, cards, jewellery, stationery and Tibetan Buddhist books.
- Devonshire teas, soup and savoury scones, plunger coffee, a variety of teas for purchase at the Open Day cafe
Entry: $5 per person. Family rate $10 – parents & school age children or younger. Entry includes joining any of the garden and temple tours and meditation sessions.
All proceeds help support maintenance of the temple and gardens.
Tibetan Buddhist Society, 20 Cookes Road, Yuroke – 5 minutes west of Craigieburn, 10 mins from Tullamarine Freeway along Mickleham Rd
Inquiries: events@tushita.org. W: tibetanbuddhistsociety.org
Rose Garden Open Day Full Program
In an uplifting environment, we have a range of peaceful activities our volunteers have organised
for yours and everyone’s enjoyment — see the full program below.
Garden Tours
Duration: 40 minutes
The garden is maintained without chemicals by dedicated volunteers. Join a guided walk
with a volunteer to learn about its history and much more. Tours leave from the rear temple
path:
11.30 am
12.30 pm
1.30 pm
Guided Meditations
Duration: 25 minutes
Relax, take a peaceful break and enjoy the stillness inside the temple. These meditations are
suitable for everyone of any faith or none. Find a suitable cushion or chair inside the temple
before the session is due to start:
11.30 am Relaxation meditation
1.15 pm Healing meditation
1.30 pm Meditation on compassion
Temple Tours
Duration 25 minutes
Learn about the beautiful traditional Tibetan temple and its extensive symbolism. Tours
begin at the tiled area in the front of the temple:
10.45 am
12.15 pm
Refreshments
Home-made refreshments, made by our volunteers, are available from the pop-up café at
the rear of the temple:
Tea, plunger coffee, chai, cold drinks, and home-made cakes.
Devonshire teas with home-made scones, jam and cream.
Home-made soup and savoury scones: from 12.00 pm
Enjoyment Shop
Explore a range of ethically produced items in the centre’s Enjoyment Shop, including a
range of Australian-made gourmet foods, local honeys, and a wide range of other specialty
products.
The Tibetan Buddhist Society is a not-for-profit organisation managed and run by
volunteers.
