Historic ordination at Bodhipala Monastery is a step forward for SA’s Buddhist community
What happens during an ordination service for nine Buddhist monks? Our correspondent goes to find out.

Have you ever seen monks walking quietly along Randell Street in Mannum on a Wednesday morning, carrying large bowls in silence?
They’re from our local Bodhipala Monastery.
But what are they doing – and how might you get involved, if you’re curious?