The Maha Ganapathi Homam scheduled on 29th May, Saturday will be held later at a more opportune occasion
The Mrithunjaya Homam scheduled to be held on 17th July (Saturday) is postponed due to Lockdown
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Devotees and patrons MUST wear masks indoors at all times in the temple precincts
Devotees and patrons MUST register through the QR code process before entry
Devotees must show their Fully Vaccinate certificate before entering Temple/Cafe
The Number of Devotees/Patrons in indoors will be capped at 100 persons at any time
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Temple Timings and Entry procedures
In view of the relaxation of Covid19 restrictions to the last step stage, the HSV Management Committee is pleased to announce re-opening of the temple to devotees from 22 Oct 2021
Opening hours for the temple are as follows:
| Weekday mornings (Monday to Friday) | 7.30 am to 12.00 pm |
| Weekend mornings (Saturday and Sunday) | 7.30 to 1.00 pm |
| All evenings | 4 pm to 9 pm |
The following procedures will be implemented until further notice to comply with the directives of the DHHS, Government of Victoria.
- Entry to the temple for darshan and worship will be on a first-come-first-served basis. The prevailing cap of 100 devotees with a density quotient of 1 person per 4 square meters for indoor religious gatherings will be applied.
- Devotees MUST wear a fitted face mask in order to be permitted entry into the temple, and practice good hygiene and physical distancing.
- Devotees are required to register their visit and check out when exiting using the QR codes displayed at the entrance.
- Except for those sponsoring abishekams and homams, devotees are requested not to remain in the temple for more than 15 minutes..
- If you are interested further information on VIC Govt COVID Safe guidelines please click the following link https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/religion-and-ceremony#can-food-and-drinks-be-served-as-part-of-or-after-a-religious-gathering
- For further information, please contact the temple office at 03 97820878.
The above procedures are subject to change at any time by the Management Committee upon advice and instructions from the Victorian Government. We thank the devotees for their patience during this challenging time and we look forward to welcoming the devotees back to the temple.
THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, HINDU SOCIETY OF VICTORIA
Canteen Timings and Entry Procedures
In view of the relaxation of Covid19 restrictions to the last step stage, the HSV Management Committee is pleased to announce re-opening of the Annaporani Cafe from 29thOct 2021.
Opening hours for the Cafe are as follows:
| MONDAY to FRIDAY (Wednesday closed) | 5.30 PM to 9.00PM |
| Saturday and Sunday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
5.30 PM to 9.00 PM |
The following procedures will be implemented until further notice to comply with the directives of the DHHS, Government of Victoria.
- The prevailing cap of 100 visitors with a density quotient of 1 person per 4 square meters for indoor religious gatherings will be applied.
- Visitors must practice good hygiene and physical distancing.
- Visitors are required to register their visit and check out when exiting using the QR codes displayed at the entrance.
- For further information, please contact the Canteen Manager on 03 9783 0520 or Mobile 0421 483 348
The above procedures are subject to change at any time by the Management Committee upon advice and instructions from the Victorian Government. We thank you for your patience during this challenging time and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Cafe.
THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, HINDU SOCIETY OF VICTORIA