The Royal Thai Embassy in Canberra participated in the 2026 Royal Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony at Wat Dhammadharo, Canberra

วันที่นำเข้าข้อมูล 12 Nov 2026

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On the auspicious occasion that His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua graciously bestowed the Royal Kathina Robe as per request of Mrs. Pratthana Strachan to present to the Sangha who completed the Rains Retreat at Wat Dhammadharo, Canberra, on 8 November 2026, H.E. Ms. Arjaree Sriratanaban, Ambassador of Thailand to Australia, together with Heads and officials of Team Thailand agencies in Canberra, their spouses and families, as well as members of the Thai community in Canberra and nearby areas, participated in the Royal Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony.

The morning session of the ceremony started with Buddhist chanting and the offering of lunch to the Sangha. The Royal Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony took place at 12.30 hrs., presided over by Venerable Phra Dhammavachirarungsi (Luang Por Maha Samai), Abbot of Wat Buddharungsi, Leumeah, together with Venerable Phra Rajasilaporn, Abbot of Wat Dhammadharo and President of The Thai Dhammayut Sangha Council of Australia and New Zealand, and Venerable Phra Kru Vithet Thammanusas, Abbot of Wat Buddharangsee Annandale, with participation of 26 members of the monastic community.

On this occasion, the Ambassador congratulated the recipient of the Royal Kathina Robes and praised this occasion, which is both a great merit and a preservation of Buddhist tradition, and extended best wishes to all participants in the ceremony. She highlighted the important role of Wat Dhammadharo as a spiritual centre for Buddhist devotees in Canberra and surrounding areas, serving as a place of spiritual refuge and connection among Thais in Australia.

The Ambassador also expressed her sincere appreciation to Wat Dhammadharo and the Thai community for their support and cooperation. Such support has contributed to the Embassy’s several successful missions and activities. She expressed her hope that the Embassy would continue to receive the support and close cooperation of Wat Dhammadharo and the Thai community in future endeavours.

In addition, the Royal Thai Embassy prepared “khao kha moo” (braised pork leg with rice) to distribute at the Embassy’s food stall. Members of the Thai community also generously contributed food and beverages for those attending the ceremony.

Photos are courtesy of Wat Dhammadharo Canberra Facebook

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The Royal Thai Embassy in Canberra participated in the 2026 Royal Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony at Wat Dhammadharo, Canberra

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