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SouthSt Bede’s College Students Visited FGS Christchurch for Cultural and Religious Exchange
From 25th to 27th August 2026, nearly 150 Year 12 students from St Bede’s College visited Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple Christchurch in groups for cultural exchange and religious l…
N + SFGS NZ Sangha Day Celebration Honours the Founding Master and Vows to Continue His Legacy
Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA) New Zealand North and South Island Chapters jointly held the 2026 Fo Guang Shan New Zealand Sangha Offering Dharma Service on 23 Aug…
SouthIntroduction to the Lotus Sutra — Using the Three Vehicles to Guide Beings Out of the Burning House
On 19 August 2026, the third lesson of the 2026 Humanistic Buddhism Academy’s Introduction to the Lotus Sutra course was held at Fo Guang Shan Christchurch.
NorthA Decade of Art Together 10th Art Salon Celebrates Its Grand Opening
Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery Auckland officially opened the 2026 10th Art Salon Session 1 on 15 August.
SouthHumanistic Buddhism Tea Gathering — Understanding the Nature of Life and Creating a Better Future Lives
On 15 August 2026, BLIA South Island held a Humanistic Buddhism Tea Gathering at Fo Guang Shan Christchurch.
SouthThe Art of Noticing Photography Exhibition Opening at FGY Art Gallery Christchurch
On 8th August 2026, Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery Christchurch opened The Art of Noticing Photography Exhibition, featuring around 100 works by 38 local photographers from the Christch…
SouthBLIA South Island Supports Christchurch City Council Through T-EARTH Tree Planting Initiative
On 19th July 2026, BLIA South Island NZ conducted the 31st T-EARTH Tree Planting initiative in support Christchurch City Council and Trees for Canterbury.
N + SFacing Death Embracing Life Dharma Talk: Lay Dharma Lecturer Dr Kwong Chan Shares Reflections on Life, Death and Compassion
On 27th June 2026, Fo Guang Shan Christchurch and BLIA South Island New Zealand held a Humanistic Buddhism Dharma Talk titled Facing Death Embracing Life, presented by Lay Dharma L…
SouthThe 7th Chocolatte International Food Festival – Nearly 1,500 Visitors including Local MP Join the Community Celebration
On 13th June 2026, Fo Guang Shan South Island and BLIA South Island New Zealand held the 7th Chocolatte International Food Festival, bringing warmth and blessings to the Christchur…
Fo Guang Shan Invited to Attend the 21st United Nations Day of Vesak
The Most Venerable Hsin Bau Calls for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future Through the Wisdom of Dependent Origination
NorthFGS NZ 12th 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing Concludes Successfully
Fo Guang Shan New Zealand’s 12th 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing officially commenced on 28 April 2026 and successfully concluded on 22 May after a month of activities.
SouthThe 12th 3G4G Festival of Cultural Sharing Shared Kindness and Compassion Through 400 3G Bears