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DANA TIMES - APRIL
Note there is no communal meal or talk on 7:00am Dana days. THERE ARE THESE TREES,
THERE ARE THESE EMPTY HUTS - DO NOT BE NEGLIGENT, BUT MEDITATE!” (The Buddha, Majjhima Nikaya #106/M ll 266) |
DHAMMAGIRI PROGRAMS NOW OPEN
TO VISITORS EVERY DAY
Dear Supporters and Friends of Dhammagiri, please feel free to drop in
spontaneously to any of our public programs on any day of the week.
Note the 7:30 am Saturday Refuge/Precepts program is now held in the
Shrine room in the Dhammahall and not at the top of the hill.
If you have any cold or flu symptoms, please do not visit the monastery.
TO VISITORS EVERY DAY
Dear Supporters and Friends of Dhammagiri, please feel free to drop in
spontaneously to any of our public programs on any day of the week.
Note the 7:30 am Saturday Refuge/Precepts program is now held in the
Shrine room in the Dhammahall and not at the top of the hill.
If you have any cold or flu symptoms, please do not visit the monastery.
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In line with latest government Covid-19 guidelines:
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(click here for the latest Covid guidelines at Dhammagiri)
If planning to offer food Dana, note that the dana time can be at 7.00 am on
some weekdays or not at all if the monks are away from the monastery.
Please check the calendar above for these days. There will be the blessing
for donors, but no communal meal or talk on 7:00 am days.
If planning to offer food Dana, note that the dana time can be at 7.00 am on
some weekdays or not at all if the monks are away from the monastery.
Please check the calendar above for these days. There will be the blessing
for donors, but no communal meal or talk on 7:00 am days.
New YouTube Channel
We have now a YouTube Channel for our livestream and recorded videos, simply called
"Dhammatalks"
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJINt0JJBfFm_x0FZcU9QJw
We will maintain the Vimeo Channel as well, but all new lifestreams and recordings will now be
on Youtube. The video livestreams will continue to be available on our Facebook page as well:
www.facebook.com/dhammagiri-forest-hermitage
We have now a YouTube Channel for our livestream and recorded videos, simply called
"Dhammatalks"
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJINt0JJBfFm_x0FZcU9QJw
We will maintain the Vimeo Channel as well, but all new lifestreams and recordings will now be
on Youtube. The video livestreams will continue to be available on our Facebook page as well:
www.facebook.com/dhammagiri-forest-hermitage
Audio Podcasts
Castbox App
We continue with our live audio podcasts of all weekend sessions on 'Castbox' app for mobile devices,
Android "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts".
Live only via the app, but recordings available on laptop as well here:
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
Spotify
All recordings for "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podasts" are on Spotify as well, on the app, or for laptop here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0SHWfWEGkO8OAtSWNJlqyD
Apple Podcasts
You find "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts" on Apple Podcasts on the app, or desktop here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dhammagiri-buddhist-podcasts/id1534539834
Castbox App
We continue with our live audio podcasts of all weekend sessions on 'Castbox' app for mobile devices,
Android "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts".
Live only via the app, but recordings available on laptop as well here:
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
Spotify
All recordings for "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podasts" are on Spotify as well, on the app, or for laptop here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0SHWfWEGkO8OAtSWNJlqyD
Apple Podcasts
You find "Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts" on Apple Podcasts on the app, or desktop here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dhammagiri-buddhist-podcasts/id1534539834
NEW STAINLESS STEEL TABLES
New stainless steel tables have now been installed under the marquee, providing an
attractive and more hygienic alternative to the folding white plastic tables used previously.
Anunmodana to Pat and his family, Petch, and the many other local supporters who
raised the necessary funds and organized their shipping from Thailand.
New stainless steel tables have now been installed under the marquee, providing an
attractive and more hygienic alternative to the folding white plastic tables used previously.
Anunmodana to Pat and his family, Petch, and the many other local supporters who
raised the necessary funds and organized their shipping from Thailand.
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DANA UNDER THE MARQUEE
Now that construction has begun on the Dhammahall upgrade, Dana will be offered under the marquee until further notice. The monks will still walk along the front verandah for Almsoffering. Rice may or may not be offered into the monks' bowls depending on the latest Covid-19 guidelines. They will then walk down under the marquee to take their meal, and then make their way back to the shrine room to join the lay visitors for the blessing. |
KITCHEN & LIBRARY CLOSED
During the current renovations to the Dhammahall, the kitchen and library will
be closed. There will also be limited washing up facility. Please be aware and
bring food for Dana that requires minimum preparation and washing up.
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Please be aware also that there are three 7:00am Dana times in April.
Please see calendar above for these days. Note there is no communal meal
or talk on 7:00am Dana days.
During the current renovations to the Dhammahall, the kitchen and library will
be closed. There will also be limited washing up facility. Please be aware and
bring food for Dana that requires minimum preparation and washing up.
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Please be aware also that there are three 7:00am Dana times in April.
Please see calendar above for these days. Note there is no communal meal
or talk on 7:00am Dana days.
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AJAHN NYANADIPO AT DHAMMAGIRI The abbot of Bodhipala Monastery Adelaide, together with Ven.Nipako visited Dhammagiri for the Māgha Pūjā full moon celebration at Dhammagiri on 28 February. Magha Puja is also known as 'Sangha Day', and is one of the most important full moon days in the Buddhist calendar. It commemorates the occasion of 'Sāvakasannipāta', a spontaneous gathering of Arahant disciples, which happens at least once in the lifetime of each Buddha. In the case of our Buddha Gotama, the Sāvakasannipāta took place at the full moon in February. Videos of the event can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/DhammagiriForestHermitage/videos/786020971999303
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VISIT TO BODHI TREE AT KANGAROO POINT
Ajahn Nyanadipo and Ven.Nipako together with the resident Sangha travelled by Citycat to visit the Bodhi Tree at
Kangaroo Point on Monday 1 March for refreshments and drinks, before leaving for the airport to return to Adelaide.
Ajahn Nyanadipo and Ven.Nipako together with the resident Sangha travelled by Citycat to visit the Bodhi Tree at
Kangaroo Point on Monday 1 March for refreshments and drinks, before leaving for the airport to return to Adelaide.
VOLUNTEERS
There is an ongoing need for volunteers to help out with various projects arounds the monastery.
If you would like to help, please contact the webmaster via the contact page on the website.
There is an ongoing need for volunteers to help out with various projects arounds the monastery.
If you would like to help, please contact the webmaster via the contact page on the website.
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After many years inconvenience of having the kitchen located
next to the Shrine Room, extensive renovations are now
well underway.
next to the Shrine Room, extensive renovations are now
well underway.
sliding door and air conditioner next to the altar, and a proper wall to provide sound insulation from the rest of the Dhammahall.
The cost of this project is now $108,000.00 If you wish to contribute to this fund, you can do so by cash or cheque in donation boxes or by choosing from one of the options listed on the website donation page. http://www.dhammagiri.org.au/donations-aaaa.html Indicate 'Dhammahall Upgrade' together with your donation. If you wish to get a receipt, please provide your name & email address. |
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THE SANGHA AT MAIN RANGE NATIONAL PARK
Earlier this week the monks from Dhammagiri visited with lay supporters the Main Range National
Park - a mountain range and national park located 85 kilometres southwest of Brisbane. It is part
of the World Heritage Site Gondwana Rainforests of Australia.
(click on images to enlarge)
Earlier this week the monks from Dhammagiri visited with lay supporters the Main Range National
Park - a mountain range and national park located 85 kilometres southwest of Brisbane. It is part
of the World Heritage Site Gondwana Rainforests of Australia.
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(Anumodana to Pat, Tor, and Tum for the photos)
LIVE VIDEO STREAMING
All Dhamma teachings at Dhammagiri are now streaming
live video on our YouTube, Vimeo channel and Facebook.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJINt0JJBfFm_x0FZcU9QJw
https://vimeo.com/dhammatalks
https://www.facebook.com/DhammagiriForestHermitage
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We will regularly stream all our Q&A/Dhamma Reflections every Saturday,
Sunday & Monday 12.15 pm You do not need any special app, or any account to view these videos. During the live streams (actually, even before that, you could enter a question, it's possible to send text messages and questions - meaning we can do our Q&As on video as well. At the same time, we plan to keep our 'Castbox' live audio podcasts going as well. We already have quite a few regulars who enjoy that format, and audio is much easier in case anyone has got slow internet connection, or if you're using just a small phone. |
Recorded Audio Podcasts are also available on Spotify, Apple
Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, TuneIn
Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, TuneIn
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CHANTING OF THE MAHASAMAYA SUTTA
by Ven. Moneyyo is now available on our podcast. https://www.castbox.fm/episode/BUDDHIST-PALI-CHANTING%3A-Mah% C4%81samaya-Sutta-by-Ven-Moneyyo-id2744970-id315058041?country=gb The Mahāsamaya Sutta (Dīgha Nikāya/Long Discourses #20) is a very famous chant. It is considered supremely auspicious, and particularly liked by all 'Devas' (Angels/Deities/Benevolent Spirits). In every Buddha's lifetime, there occurs an event where the Devas of our world system, and even from several adjacent worlds, assemble to meet the Buddha and his Sangha of disciples. In the case of our Buddha Gotama, this event happened in the Great Forest near Kapilavatthu, the hometown of Buddha, where he grew up as a prince. As not all of the 500 monks present are able to see spirits, the Buddha explains which devas have arrived, and gives the names of their leaders, which class of devas they belong to, and the numbers of their retinue.It is widely believed that whenever this sutta is recited, devas feel attracted to come to listen with great joy and in large numbers. |
Current Covid Health Regulations at Dhammagiri
In light of the new Queensland Health Directions, which we are legally obliged to implement
at Dhammagiri, all visitors to Dhammagiri are obliged to follow these directions:
at Dhammagiri, all visitors to Dhammagiri are obliged to follow these directions:
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1. Do not visit Dhammagiri if you have any slightest symptoms of cold/cough/flu/fever
2. Maintain social distancing while at Dhammagiri: 1.5 m distance to next person, 4 square meters per person 20 visitors in Shrine room maximum + monks) 3. Please sanitize your hands on arrival with the sanitizer mounted on timber post. This is an advanced, very useful product: manufacturer claims that after usage hands will remain aseptic for several hours 4. On arrival, every visitor has to enter Name and Mobile Phone Number and Email Address on provided sheets. There is also a QR Code for touch-free scanning check in. (Telstra mobile only).This is required for every visit and every session you attend. It is a legal obligation for the monastery to keep this list; we have no choice on it. Some venues have been investigated and fined for failing to comply. The purpose of the list is to quickly contact-trace everyone, in case a person with the virus attended any session at the monastery 5. Please maintain general good hygiene with frequent hand washing/sanitizing, cover coughs & sneezes with elbow or tissue/paper, and avoid physical contact with others, keep 1.5m distance The beautiful Buddhist gesture of 'Anjali' is fortunately contact-less anyhow 🙏 6. You may have noticed that we keep sliding doors and windows widely open, even if it's sometimes a little chilly. The purpose is to provide good ventilation, which has been shown to effectively reduce virus transmission. Additionally, we have plenty of space outside under the marquee, on verandahs, and in our beautiful Queensland sun, which is much safer than crowded, stuffy indoor spaces. 7. Visitors are currently required to wear masks in the shrine room and outside where social distancing is not possible |
"By protecting oneself, one is protecting others."
Samyutta Nikāya 47.19 'Medakathālikā'
Samyutta Nikāya 47.19 'Medakathālikā'
DANA TIMES FOR MARCH 2021
We still have to maintain good hygiene, hand washing/sanitizing, and
social distancing of 1.5m, and minimum of 2 square-meter per person.
Please click on the button for details of offering Dana.
social distancing of 1.5m, and minimum of 2 square-meter per person.
Please click on the button for details of offering Dana.
The Noble Eightfold Path is rightly one of the best known and most highly regarded teachings of
the Buddha. It is a recognized as a fundamental core teaching in all Buddhist traditions, and thus
contributes to harmony between the various Buddhist schools and lineages. As the fourth Noble
Truth, it was taught by the Buddha in his very first discourse, the Dhammacakkappavattana
Sutta. In fact, even before mentioning the truth of Suffering, it's cause, and it's end, the Buddha
first expounded the Middle Way, which is exactly this Noble Eightfold Path.
the Buddha. It is a recognized as a fundamental core teaching in all Buddhist traditions, and thus
contributes to harmony between the various Buddhist schools and lineages. As the fourth Noble
Truth, it was taught by the Buddha in his very first discourse, the Dhammacakkappavattana
Sutta. In fact, even before mentioning the truth of Suffering, it's cause, and it's end, the Buddha
first expounded the Middle Way, which is exactly this Noble Eightfold Path.
Video Sessions in 8 Installments now available for download
Audio Sessions in 8 Installments now available for download
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
'Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts' is now also available on Spotify
(not live, only recordings)
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
'Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts' is now also available on Spotify
(not live, only recordings)
VIDEO OF BLESSING AT ALMSOFFERING
with subtitles and translation
This is the chanting we regularly do for our kind, generous donors, when they offer almsfood to
the Sangha. Ven Dantacitto has added both the Pali text and an English translation in the
subtitles. The first part of the chant directly refers to the ritual of pouring water from a small
bronze vessel into a receptacle. While pouring the water, the donors form a mental resolution
to share all their good karma with departed relatives. The second part starting with
"Those who give others..." was spoken by the Buddha when he explained 5 karmic rewards
for offering food. Next follows Verse #109 from Dhammapada.The anumodanā ends with
traditional verses of blessings.
This video in high definition and widescreen with full description can now
be viewed on the Dhammagiri "Dhammatalks" Vimeo channel
https://vimeo.com/420113386
with subtitles and translation
This is the chanting we regularly do for our kind, generous donors, when they offer almsfood to
the Sangha. Ven Dantacitto has added both the Pali text and an English translation in the
subtitles. The first part of the chant directly refers to the ritual of pouring water from a small
bronze vessel into a receptacle. While pouring the water, the donors form a mental resolution
to share all their good karma with departed relatives. The second part starting with
"Those who give others..." was spoken by the Buddha when he explained 5 karmic rewards
for offering food. Next follows Verse #109 from Dhammapada.The anumodanā ends with
traditional verses of blessings.
This video in high definition and widescreen with full description can now
be viewed on the Dhammagiri "Dhammatalks" Vimeo channel
https://vimeo.com/420113386
LIVE PODCASTS
All podcasts are published on 'Castbox'
You need to download and install the Castbox app if
youwish to listen and participate in livecasts:
Android Phone/Tablet:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fm.
astbox.audiobook.radio.podcast
iphone/ipad:
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/podcast-player-castbox
/id1243410543
Recorded podcasts can be played on any browser
and operating system, including PC & Mac here:
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
Recorded Audio Podcasts are also available on Spotify, Apple
Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, TuneIn
You need to download and install the Castbox app if
youwish to listen and participate in livecasts:
Android Phone/Tablet:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fm.
astbox.audiobook.radio.podcast
iphone/ipad:
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/podcast-player-castbox
/id1243410543
Recorded podcasts can be played on any browser
and operating system, including PC & Mac here:
https://castbox.fm/ch/2744970
Recorded Audio Podcasts are also available on Spotify, Apple
Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, TuneIn
Click here for a list of upcoming live podcasts.
Anyone can send questions to this email and Ajahn will try
to answer them, either in podcast, newsletter, or email.
to answer them, either in podcast, newsletter, or email.
SUNDAY EVENING CHANTING WITH SUBTITLES
This is a video of the chanting we do at the beginning of our regular session every Sunday afternoon.
Due to the Coronavirus lockdown at the time, we were doing the sessions in the Aggasālā on top of the
hill,to get enough mobile reception for the live audio podcasts. Ven Dantacitto has added subtitles for
the complete text we chant. We follow the chanting version as given in the Amaravati Chanting Book
Vol 1 (pages 18ff, 37ff & 33ff). Ven Dantacitto, is joining our chanting, but is unfortunately not visible.
https://vimeo.com/414635663
This is a video of the chanting we do at the beginning of our regular session every Sunday afternoon.
Due to the Coronavirus lockdown at the time, we were doing the sessions in the Aggasālā on top of the
hill,to get enough mobile reception for the live audio podcasts. Ven Dantacitto has added subtitles for
the complete text we chant. We follow the chanting version as given in the Amaravati Chanting Book
Vol 1 (pages 18ff, 37ff & 33ff). Ven Dantacitto, is joining our chanting, but is unfortunately not visible.
https://vimeo.com/414635663
There are ongoing opportunities for volunteers to help in various ways at Dhammagiri. Anyone who would
like to help out can contact the webmaster via the contact page on the website..
like to help out can contact the webmaster via the contact page on the website..
WILDLIFE OUTSIDE THE DHAMMAHALL
MERIT OPPORTUNITIES
As a registered non-profit organisation, Dhammagiri is dependent entirely on donations, and does
not charge for any teachings or accommodation. It is only due to your generous donations that we
have been able to cover ongoing expenses, and we would like to extend our anumodana to all those
who have contributed over the years. A number of special projects requiring substantial funding
are currently under way in addition to ongoing medical and travel expenses. To enable our
donors to direct their donations specifically to these highly meritorious projects, we have now
established a number of special funds for this purpose.
Click to donate to any of the following funds:
As a registered non-profit organisation, Dhammagiri is dependent entirely on donations, and does
not charge for any teachings or accommodation. It is only due to your generous donations that we
have been able to cover ongoing expenses, and we would like to extend our anumodana to all those
who have contributed over the years. A number of special projects requiring substantial funding
are currently under way in addition to ongoing medical and travel expenses. To enable our
donors to direct their donations specifically to these highly meritorious projects, we have now
established a number of special funds for this purpose.
Click to donate to any of the following funds:
We count on your ongoing support of Dhammagiri.
Anumodanā for your kind generosity.
Anumodanā for your kind generosity.
New brooms for the morning sweep
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BIOGRAPHY OF AJAHN CHAH NOW AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH The English version of Ajahn Chah's biography is available at Dhammagiri. The translation has been prepared by Ajahn Jayasaro (previous abbot of Wat Pah Nanachat and one of Ajahn Chah's senior Western disciples), who had also written the Thai original. Included is a great wealth of additional new material, meant to introduce newcomers not yet so familiar with the Forest Tradition to the background and meaning of our practices. This book is superbly produced both in terms of content and external appearance, 800+ pages hardcover in full linen with stitched binding. You can now get it at Dhammagiri (and other monasteries of the lineage of Ajahn Chah) completely for free, due to the amazing generosity of the dedicated sponsors of this publication. |
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THE HORSES ARE BACK
Our new neighbours are agisting their horses in Dhammagiri's lower paddock.
Please do not allow children to venture into the paddock.
Our new neighbours are agisting their horses in Dhammagiri's lower paddock.
Please do not allow children to venture into the paddock.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
A small group of regular volunteers work in the forest and fields of
Dhammagiri on various projects - here digging out Lantana.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
A small group of regular volunteers work in the forest and fields of
Dhammagiri on various projects - here digging out Lantana.
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KING PARROT
Male Australian King-Parrots (Alisterus scapularis) are the only Australian parrots
with a completely red head. Photographed at Dhammagiri.
Male Australian King-Parrots (Alisterus scapularis) are the only Australian parrots
with a completely red head. Photographed at Dhammagiri.
LOWER BODHI TREE WITH IT'S NEW FOLIAGE
SOME LOCALS HANGING OUT ON THE VERANDAH
PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE BIRDS
Feeding the birds has made them very aggressive in their pursuit of human food -
recently causing injuries to people.
Please help discourage the birds by not feeding them, and by gently chasing them.
Feeding the birds has made them very aggressive in their pursuit of human food -
recently causing injuries to people.
Please help discourage the birds by not feeding them, and by gently chasing them.
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THE LOTUS POND
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DHAMMAGIRI PROGRAMS NOW OPEN
TO VISITORS EVERY DAY
TO VISITORS EVERY DAY
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SATURDAY
07:30 am.......Observance of Triple Gem & 8 Precepts / 5 precepts 08:30 am.......Silent Meditation 10:30 am.......Almsoffering 11:45 am.......Personal Questions & Dhamma Discussion SUNDAY 10:30 am........Almsoffering 11:45 am........Personal Questions, Dhamma Talk & Discussion 3:00-5:00 pm..Chanting, Guided Meditation, Dhamma Discussion MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 10:30 am........Almsoffering 11:45 am........Personal Questions, Dhamma Talk & Discussion PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 10: 30 am.......Almsoffering 11:45 am........Personal Questions & Dhamma Discussion Please note that Dana is sometimes offered at 7:00am during the week. Check the calendar above for these days. There is no talk or communal meal on these days. |
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We have now a dedicated group who comes to Dhammagiri every Saturday at 7.30 am to take Triple Refuge & 8 Precepts/5 Precepts. After the ceremony, they continue silent meditation in
the Dhammahall until the meal offering. Some join the almsoffering as well, and a few may continue some more hours of silent meditation in the Afternoon. There's no need for any prior arrangement, you can just drop in and join any Saturday 7.30 am at the Dhammahall at the bottom of the hill. It's not required to come every week, participating only occasionally or giving it a try once is perfectly OK, as is observance of 5 precepts in case 8 are too difficult. |
03:00 - 5:00 pm.......Chanting, Guided Meditation & Dhammatalk
Currently closed during renovations.
The library at Dhammagiri holds an extensive collection of texts on Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and traditions.
For more library information, please contact Indrani Doloswala on 0402908519.
The library at Dhammagiri holds an extensive collection of texts on Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and traditions.
For more library information, please contact Indrani Doloswala on 0402908519.
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It's kinder not to feed the birds.
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please advise on your arrival. If you require an item to be removed from the website,
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please advise on your arrival. If you require an item to be removed from the website,
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