ARRIVAL TIME

For safety reasons, we discourage early morning queuing, as early arrivals may create hazards. Facilities will not be available until the gates open at 6 AM, and the main hall opens at 7 AM. Those arriving before this time will need to remain in their cars. THE FRONT SECTION OF THE HALL WILL STRICTLY BE RESERVED FOR THOSE COMING BY BUS. There is no advantage to arriving early by car.

LEAVING THE SATSANG CENTRE

As it may take time for cars to exit the property, please be prepared to wait patiently on the grounds. Due to potential traffic delays, it is recommended that departing flights be scheduled at least 4–5 hours after the programme ends.

USING BUSES TO HELP TRAFFIC FLOW

To minimise traffic disruptions and respect our neighbours and local authorities, we are introducing a bus riding system BOTH for sangat staying in Auckland homes AND those staying in hotels. This system has been successfully used in other international centres, and we are confident it will work here too.

PRIORITY ACCESS FOR BUS RIDERS

Bus riders will have priority access for seating, entry, exit, and snack pack purchases. This is likely to result in the front section of the hall being occupied by those arriving by bus. If necessary, sangat may use their own vehicles, but carpooling is strongly encouraged due to limited parking and to minimise disruption to local communities.

ATTENDING SATSANG WITH CHILDREN / FAMILY AREA

Children under 10 years of age MUST stay in the Family Area, accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 years or older. Children aged 10 to 12 may either stay in the Family Area or attend the Satsang Hall but MUST always be accompanied by a parent or guardian in either location. The Family Area will be open from 7:00 AM until the end of the satsang programme. Once inside, parents or guardians will not be permitted to leave until the programme concludes. Please see your secretary for further details. Car parking passes will be available for those with children under 3 years of age.

SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATIONS

Two designated seating areas with headphones will provide simultaneous translation from Hindi/Punjabi to English and English to Hindi. Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The summary of the Shabad will be translated, followed by a long pause to allow the audience to immerse themselves in the melody and reflect on its profound meaning. There is no need to adjust headset volumes during these pauses.

RESTRICTED ITEMS

Photography, audio/video recording, and the use of any electronic devices—including mobile phones, smartwatches, cameras, and binoculars—are strictly prohibited within the premises (Satsang Hall, Family Area, and surrounding areas). Any such items must be deposited at the Mobile Deposit Zone. Large bags will NOT be allowed inside the Satsang Hall. These must be left at your accommodation, in your vehicle (at your own risk), or deposited at the designated station at the Satsang Centre. Drink bottles, small snacks, and personal medication will be allowed inside the auditorium. All bags will be subject to inspection upon entry.

NOTE-TAKING

As per the Master’s wish, sangat is encouraged to focus fully on his presence rather than taking notes. Please refrain from notetaking during satsang and question-and-answer sessions. Sharing notes, whether in person or online, is strongly discouraged.

SNACK PACK

A snack pack is available for $4. It includes one apple, one muesli bar, one small water bottle, and one small juice carton. Coupons are currently on sale at local centres. While coupons will also be available on the day, sangat is encouraged to purchase them in advance to avoid long wait times.

WEATHER & CLOTHING

Auckland's weather in June is generally cold, wet and windy. Please dress appropriately for the conditions. Be prepared for exposure to rain or direct sunlight while on-site. Due to the long walking distances from parking areas, flat walking shoes are recommended. As a courtesy to others, clothing should be modest and appropriate for the occasion.

PERFUME, SCENTS, AND SMOKING

Please be considerate of others with health sensitivities (e.g., allergies, asthma) by avoiding perfumes and strong scents. The entire satsang property is a no-smoking zone.

MAIN GATE ACCESS

At the entrance of the Satsang Centre, the Traffic Management Team will be directing vehicles. It is important that all drivers follow their instructions to ensure smooth traffic flow.

DROP-OFF, PARKING, AND EXIT

For those dropping off or picking up sangat without attending the satsang programme, a designated quick entry/exit route will be available at the Satsang Centre. Please be patient when leaving and follow the instructions of the sevadars.

ACCESSIBLE CAR PARKING

Accessible car parking will be available, but a special car pass is required. This pass must be displayed on your vehicle's window so that Parking Sevadars can direct you to a suitable space. To apply for an Accessible Car Park Pass, please see your secretary for details.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Anyone over 18 years may have an opportunity to ask Babaji a question through a lottery/ballot system. Upon arrival, those wishing to participate will be directed to a designated room where the ballot will be drawn at 8:30 AM. Seats in the hall cannot be reserved before the selection process. Once the selection is complete, no one else will be allowed to join the question-and-answer queue. For full details, please contact your local secretary.

REQUESTS OF THE AUDIENCE

• There should be no clapping at any time during the program.
• Please respect the privacy of those asking questions and refrain from turning to look at the person asking.
• Please don’t follow or crowd Baba Ji as he moves around the property.