March 2026
Eid al-Fitr 1447 / 2026
Community Eid prayer and breakfast will in sha Allah be held at the West Gippsland Arts Centre on the morning of 1 Shawwal. Details emailed to the community list a week prior.
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What's happening at Warragul Mosque
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Latest from BINAI
February 2026
Ramadan 1446 timetable released
Nightly iftar and taraweeh throughout the month. Volunteer slots for iftar cooking and clean-up are open now — sisters and brothers both welcome.
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BINAI welcomes new committee
The 2025 AGM returned Mansoor Shamsi as President and elected a new Secretary. See the leadership page for the full list.
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Mosque opening at 72 Victoria Street
After years of fundraising, volunteering, and duas, Gippsland's first permanent mosque is officially open. Thank you to every donor and every volunteer.
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Recent articles
Islam & Faith
The Islamic Calendar Explained: Hijri Months, Sacred Days & Key Dates
The Islamic calendar is lunar — 12 months, 354 days, dates shifting ~11 days earlier each year. All 12 Hijri months, the sacred months, moon sighting, and key dates for 2026–27.
Islam & Faith
What Is a Janazah? Islamic Funeral Rites Explained
A janazah is an Islamic funeral: ghusl (washing), kafan (shrouding), the janazah prayer, and burial — usually within 24–48 hours. What happens, why, and how it works in Gippsland.
Islam & Faith
What Do Muslims Believe? The Six Articles of Faith Explained
Muslims believe in one God, angels, revealed books, the prophets (including Jesus and Moses), the Day of Judgement, and divine decree. Each belief explained simply.
Islam & Faith
What Is the Quran? Structure, History & How Muslims Read It
The Quran is Islam's holy book — 114 chapters revealed over 23 years, preserved word-for-word in Arabic. What it contains, how it's organised, and how Muslims read it daily.
Community & Events
Eid ul-Adha 2026 at Warragul Mosque — Prayer Time, Program & What to Expect
Eid ul-Adha 2026 is Saturday 7 June or Sunday 8 June. Warragul Mosque hosts Gippsland's only Eid prayer — morning salah, program details, and everything you need to know. All welcome including non-Muslim visitors.
Islam & Faith
The Five Pillars of Islam Explained
The Five Pillars of Islam — Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj. What each requires, why they matter, and how they're practised at Warragul Mosque.
Media & press enquiries
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