Australian Baha'i Sites
Ballarat

A self-sustaining system: When our children become children’s class teachers 

The Ballarat Baha’i community has witnessed how the Baha’i institute process serves as a an “ever-expanding, self-sustaining system for the spiritual edification of a population”1 with its junior ...

Hampton Park

Addressing isolation through coffee and connection in Hampton Park 

A social action initiative unfolding in the neighbourhood of Hampton Park is responding to the needs of mothers, fostering connections and boosting confidence while also inspiring women to ...

Melbourne

Summer initiatives solidify young people’s desire to contribute towards betterment of society

Initiatives held throughout the summer months in Victoria are inspiring youth to reflect deeply on their personal contributions to society while also empowering them to contribute towards the ...

Shellharbour

Family picnic promotes vibrant community life

The community of Shellharbour in New South Wales recently hosted a vibrant and artistic picnic to attract more families into the local community-building endeavours.  Prior to the day’s ...

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Adelaide

Adelaide conference explores themes critical to period of youth 

About 160 young people from South Australia have gathered at the Adelaide Baha’i Centre of Learning to explore the importance of the period of youth and make plans for the spiritual and material ...

Mernda

Expanding the group of collaborators in Mernda: A personal reflection 

Mernda is a neighbourhood in the Whittlesea community in Melbourne’s outer north with a population of approximately 18,000 people.  Two years ago, a Baha’i couple moved into the ...

Bunbury

Festivals embracing children, junior youth and adults into vibrant pattern of community life 

A group of children’s class teachers and parents from Western Australia’s south west region have made it part of their pattern of community life to gather, plan and carry out family festivals for ...

Knox

Community Temple visit strengthens friendships and addresses isolation 

Over the past few years, the Baha’i community has welcomed a number of newcomers from Iran. Like any arrivals to a new country, they have faced a number of challenges integrating into community ...

Casey

Casey’s youth promote connection and inclusivity 

A generous potluck spread takes centre stage. Children’s activities, scavenger hunts and songs keep the young ones occupied. Various sports activities are played out on the front lawn.  This ...

Bundara Way

From conversations to community: The story of Bundara Way 

In 2019, a family moved into Bundara Way in Sydney’s north-west with one vision in mind – to work with friends and build a vibrant community.  Realising the first step to achieving this ...

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