Sri Guru Nanak Satsang Sabha is a nonprofit religious organization based in Blackburn, Victoria, Australia, dedicated to serving the spiritual and cultural needs of the Sikh community. Established in 1981, the Sabha provides a venue for worship, religious teachings, and community activities centered around the Sikh faith[3].

Purpose and Activities

The organization focuses on promoting Sikh religious teachings and practices, including regular congregational prayers such as Asa di Var and Rehraas, kirtan (devotional singing), and the recitation of Sikh scriptures like Sukhmani Sahib[2]. It also offers Punjabi language classes, traditional music and singing arts education, and operates a community kitchen (Langar) providing free meals to all visitors, reflecting key Sikh principles of equality and service[1][2].

Facilities

Sri Guru Nanak Satsang Sabha houses the Sri Guru Hargobind Library, established in 1995, which contains over 1,200 books, audio-visual materials, and subscribes to several Punjabi newspapers and magazines. The library supports community education and archives live kirtan recordings for public use[2]. The library is open on Sundays and Wednesdays, providing a resource center for research and learning about Sikhism and Punjabi culture.

Community Involvement

The Sabha plays an active role in Melbourne’s Sikh community by hosting regular religious services, cultural programs, and educational activities. It is governed by a committee comprising members of the local Sikh community who oversee its operations and events[2][3].

Registration and Compliance

The organization is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission under ABN 45005977837RR0001, affirming its status as a recognized charity engaged in religious and community services[1].

Sri Guru Nanak Satsang Sabha continues to be a central institution for Sikhs in the Melbourne area, fostering religious observance, community cohesion, and cultural preservation.

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/e6f3587c-38af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [2] https://www.allaboutsikhs.com/sri-guru-nanak-satsang-sabha-melbourne-australia/ [3] https://gurdwaar.com/Sri+Guru+Nanak+Satsang+Sabha/7849831 [4] https://www.waze.com/fil/live-map/directions/sri-guru-nanak-satsang-sabha-whitehorse-rd-127-blackburn?to=place.w.95159694.951269258.407107 [5] https://www.sikhyouthaustralia.com/gurudwaras-in-australia/