‘بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

Eid announcements

There will be two prayers at Masjid Sabah Al Ahmad (CIC) on Friday 20 March 2026.
o 1st Prayer: 8:00 AM
o 2nd Prayer: 9:30 AM

See more details: Eid Announcements

See here the Ramadan Prayer Schedule for Canberra Region

Ramadan Tarawih – Community Guidelines

• We will pray 20 rak‘at. Those who pray 8 rak‘at are kindly requested to remain calm or speak quietly outside the masjid.
• Please supervise young children at all times and help them remain calm during prayers.
• Do not allow children to roam unsupervised in the car park or hallways.
• Avoid bringing food or hot/cold drinks into the prayer hall to maintain cleanliness.
• Keep noise to a minimum when entering or leaving the masjid, especially during ongoing prayers.
• Ensure prams and personal items are placed in designated areas to avoid blocking walkways.
• Park responsibly and avoid double‑parking or blocking neighbours’ driveways.
• Maintain modest attire and observe proper masjid etiquette at all times.
• Follow instructions from volunteers and CIC executives to help keep everyone safe.
• Dispose of rubbish properly and help keep the masjid clean for all worshippers.
• Be mindful of others who are praying, reciting Qur’an, or making du’a.

Information for the parents about the child care service

• The Child minding service will start on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 and end on the declared evening of Ramadan (date to be confirmed).
• Children aged 2 to 9 years of age are eligible to attend this child-minding service.
• Parents must personally bring their child/ren to the CIC dining hall and sign the child/ren in at least 10 minutes before Isha salaat.
• Parents must also personally collect their child/ren and sign them out straight after Tarawih (8 Rakat + Witr).
• The service does not extend past the 8 rakat + Witr time, so you must collect your child/ren as soon as possible after 8 Rakat.
• Parents are requested to bring any toys/books that their child might like to play with and any food/drink if required.
• Child carers arrive 10 minutes before Isha prayers to receive children and leave after Tarawih (8 rakat + Witr), but only after all children have been collected by their respective parents.
• By signing their child in, parents agree to the above conditions of the service.
• Please email us at info@canberraislamiccentre.org.au if you need any further information.

Child‑Minding Carers Needed for Tarawih 2026

The CIC will, InshaAllah, be offering free child‑minding during Tarawih prayers throughout Ramadan 2026 — and we’re looking for caring, reliable individuals to join our team. This is a paid hourly role. Who Can Apply:

• Experience working with children (early learning centres or school settings)
• Current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) card

Submit your Expression of Interest

Zakat ul-Fitr (In year 2026 – $20 per person)

Zakat ul-Fitr is a mandatory charitable contribution for each and every family member for Eid ul Fitr and must be paid before Eid prayers. It can be paid to any charity organisation collecting for the needy or directly to a needy person/family (in Australia or to other needy countries) or Canberra Islamic Centre (CIC) through a bank transfer to the following account:

• Account Name: Canberra Islamic Centre Inc.
• Bank: St. George Bank
• BSB Number: 112 908
• Account Number: 450 094 251
• Please indicate that it is Zakat al Fitr in your bank transfer reference.
• It can also be deposited in cash at a dedicated box in the main foyer of the masjid.

Zakat ul-maal or Zakat

You may also pay Zakat ul-Maal or Zakat according to the nisab (or nisaab) on his/her savings to any organisation collecting on behalf of needy people or directly to needy relatives or needy people in general, through direct deposit to CIC general account or in cash at a dedicated box at CIC masjid.
Account Name: Canberra Islamic Centre Inc.
Bank: St. George Bank
BSB Number: 112 908
Account Number: 450 094 251

Please indicate that it is Zakat al Maal or Zakat in your bank transfer reference.

I’tikaaf Form

Please fill in the I’tikaaf form and either email it to info@canberraislamiccentre.org.au or hand it to one of the EC members at Sabah Al Ahmad Masjid (CIC).

Download I’tikaaf Form in PDF format

Download I’tikaaf Form in MS Word format

Healthy Ramadan

Please see the link below for the presentations, which provide valuable information on the benefits of Ramadan, the health impacts of fasting, and dietary recommendations. Viewing these presentations is highly recommended for anyone planning to fast during Ramadan: Healthy Ramadan

Email us: CIC Executive Committee