Event Report

Thousands Gather for Two-Day Tshogbum and Public Wang Bestowed by Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche

5 July 2026

Thousands of devotees from Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, and other parts of Australia gathered over two days at Exhibition Park in Canberra to receive precious empowerments and blessings from Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche.

A Sacred Two-Day Programme

At the request of the Kharchu Centre Australia (KCA) management and the Bhutanese community and other devotees living in and around Canberra, Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche graciously bestowed a two-day Tshogbum and Public Wang on 4 and 5 July 2026 at Budawang Pavilion, Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC).

Thousands of devotees from Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, and other parts of Australia gathered over the two days to receive these precious empowerments and blessings directly from Kyabje Rinpoche. The event was organised by Kharchu Centre Australia, Canberra.

Day One

Marchang (butter-wine) was offered as a libation to Konchok Tsasum (The Three Roots of the Triple Gem) to remove obstacles and create auspicious conditions before the commencement of the two-day Public Wang.

This was followed by Drölchog, a profound ritual dedicated to Noble Tara. The ceremony invokes Tara's enlightened activity to remove obstacles, avert misfortunes, and create the conditions for the successful accomplishment of virtuous activities.

Following the arrival of Kyabje Rinpoche, devotees formally welcomed Him with traditional Jipai Paw, a ceremonial procession, and Wangdrup.

In the afternoon, Kyabje Rinpoche bestowed the Jetsun Dolma (Tara) Wang. Noble Tara is the female Buddha who embodies enlightened compassion and swift enlightened activity. Receiving this empowerment establishes a sacred connection with Tara, helping practitioners overcome obstacles, fear, illness and adverse circumstances while creating favourable conditions for spiritual practice and the benefit of all sentient beings.

Kyabje Rinpoche also bestowed the Gönpo Yöpamey Wang. Gönpo Yöpamey is Buddha Amitābha, whose Sanskrit name, as well as the Classical Tibetan, means "Measureless Light". He is the principal Buddha of the Lotus (Padma) family and one of the Five Buddha Families in Vajrayana Buddhism. Receiving this empowerment establishes a sacred connection with Buddha Amitabha's enlightened wisdom and boundless compassion. It plants the causes for purifying obscurations, accumulating merit and wisdom, and ultimately attaining rebirth in Dewachen (Sukhāvatī), the Pure Land of Amitabha, where conditions for enlightenment are especially favourable.

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Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche bestowing empowerment during the two-day Tshogbum and Public Wang programme held at Exhibition Park in Canberra on 4-5 July 2026.

Marchang Offering

Watch a short video of the President of Kharchu Centre Australia offering *Marchang* to Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche during the sacred opening of the two-day programme.

President of Kharchu Centre Australia Offering Marchang...

A short video showing the President of Kharchu Centre Australia offering Marchang to Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche before the commencement of the two-day Public Wang.

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Day Two

The second day commenced with Lhabsang and Tshogkhor, continuing the sacred activities of the empowerment.

Kyabje Rinpoche then bestowed the Tshigdün Ladrup Wang. Tshigdün Ladrup is the Guru Sadhana of the Seven-Line Prayer, one of the most profound Guru practices of the Northern Treasures (Jangter) tradition. This empowerment establishes the practitioner's connection with Guru Padmasambhava's enlightened body, speech and mind and authorises the practice of this sacred Guru Sadhana under the guidance of an authentic lineage master. Through this empowerment, practitioners receive the blessings of the Guru lineage and create the causes for removing obstacles, accomplishing the path, and swiftly progressing towards enlightenment.

Kyabje Rinpoche also bestowed the Tshe Wang (Long Life Empowerment). This empowerment is traditionally received to strengthen life force, remove obstacles to longevity, and create the causes for a long, healthy and meaningful life dedicated to Dharma practice and the benefit of all sentient beings.

The sacred programme concluded with Tshog Cham and Tshoglu and the joyful singing and dancing of the Three Auspicious Songs (Tashi), offered collectively by the thousands of devotees gathered. The atmosphere was filled with joy, gratitude and heartfelt aspirations for the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and the long life of Kyabje Rinpoche.

Kusung Thukten Mendrel Offerings

Throughout both days, a continuous stream of devotees offered Kusung Thukten Mendrel (Body, Speech and Mind Mandala Offering) to Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche.

In the Vajrayana tradition, offering Kusung Thukten Mendrel is one of the highest forms of offering to one's Guru. It symbolically represents an offering of the enlightened Body, Speech and Mind, together with aspirations for the Guru's long life, excellent health, stable activity and the continued flourishing of the Buddha Dharma for the benefit of all sentient beings. It also enables devotees to accumulate vast merit while strengthening their spiritual connection with the Guru and the authentic lineage.

A Collective Offering of Faith and Devotion

The success of the two-day event was made possible through the collective efforts of many individuals and organisations. Hundreds of volunteers from Kharchu Centre Australia and the Bhutanese communities worked tirelessly before and throughout the programme to ensure its smooth and successful conduct.

Particularly noteworthy was the enthusiastic participation of many young volunteers, who generously devoted their time, energy and effort in serving the community throughout the event. Their cheerful spirit, discipline and willingness to help in every aspect of the programme reflected the unity, harmony and shared commitment of the community to preserving and supporting the Buddha Dharma.

Kharchu Centre Australia extends its deepest gratitude to Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche for His immeasurable kindness in bestowing these precious empowerments and blessings, and to all sponsors, volunteers, devotees and well-wishers whose generosity and dedication contributed to the success of this historic event.

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Thousands of devotees gathered to receive empowerments during the two-day programme in Canberra — Thousands of devotees gathered over two days at Exhibition Park in Canberra to receive precious empowerments and blessings from Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche.

Sacred concluding programme and offerings during the two-day Tshogbum and Public Wang — The sacred programme concluded with *Tshog Cham*, *Tshoglu*, and the joyful offering of the Three Auspicious Songs.

Youth volunteers pictured with Kyabje Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche after supporting the two-day programme — Young volunteers from the community offered energetic and disciplined service throughout the programme.

Devotees gathered at Budawang Pavilion during the public Wang programme on the first day — Devotees gathered at Budawang Pavilion, Exhibition Park in Canberra, for the first day of the sacred programme.