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MEDIA RELEASE โ€“ Funding for First Hindu School in Australia

THE HON JASON CLARE MP

MINISTER FOR EDUCATION,

ANDREW CHARLTON

MEMBER FOR PARRAMATTA

3 April 2025

FUNDING FOR FIRST HINDU SCHOOL IN AUSTRALIA

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will invest $8.5 million to support the construction of the first ever Hindu school in Australia.

The new primary school will be located in Oakville in North-West Sydney.

With more than 680,000 Hindus in Australia, it is the third largest religion and the fastest growing major religion but is underrepresented in our schooling sector.

This election commitment is building Australiaโ€™s future and will help support the education needs and choices of families in the growing Hindu community in West and North-West Sydney.

Operated by the Hindu Education and Cultural Centre, the school will deliver the New South Wales curriculum embedded with teachings on Hinduismโ€™s culture, traditions and philosophy.

The new school is strongly supported by the Hindu Council of Australia which represents more than a hundred Hindu organisations.

The Albanese Governmentโ€™s contribution builds on funding already provided by the Hindu community and other stakeholders for the school and land.

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Education Jason Clare:

โ€œThe Albanese Labor Government is building Australiaโ€™s future and investing in the first ever Hindu school in Australia.

โ€œHinduism is Australiaโ€™s fastest growing major religion, and the Hindu community plays an important role in the multicultural country we live in today.

โ€œThis new school will give parents in West and North-West Sydney the option to send their children to a school that incorporates their faith and culture.โ€

Quotes attributable to Andrew Charlton MP:

โ€œAustralian Hindus are smart, hardworking and community-minded. Itโ€™s about time their kids had a school of their own.

โ€œIn Western Sydney, we pride ourselves on raising smart kids in a vibrant culture โ€“ this new Hindu school will do exactly that, adding to the story of modern Australia and building a better future for us all.โ€

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The Hindu religion is the third largest religion in Australia consisting of more than 684,002 followers. It is the fastest growing religion in Australia.

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Introduction (Sanatan dharma, Definitions, Denominations and Diversity, Unity, Colonial influences), Beliefs, Purusharthas, Philosophies, Karma, Moksha, Concept of God, Traditions, Symbols, Scriptures, Rituals and Ceremonies, Rites of Passage, Bhakti, Festivals, Pilgrimage, Varnas, Yoga, Ahimsa, Vegetarianism, Temples, Ashramas of Life, Sanyasa, , Attitude of others, Hindu Religion in Australia.

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Great organization, working towards reviving the Knowledge of Hinduism (World's oldest religion and who never invaded others) to bring harmony in the world. Having actually seen them operating a free kitchen and organising community events to make new migrants feel at home while appreciating Australian way of life. Great community work being delivered by people who donโ€™t get paid do it
Atul Kushwaha
Having actually seen them operating a free kitchen and organising community events to make new migrants feel at home while appreciating Australian way of life. Great community work being delivered by people who donโ€™t get paid do it
Simer Mayo
HCA has always been a wonderful platform and a great source of network for Indian migrants. I have always had a very good experience since I moved to Australia 25 years ago. There are a variety of activities continuously conducted by this organisation year after year in various areas like charities, food donations, age care, and predominately to pass on Hindu values to the future generations.
Shoba Deshikan
Kudos for the great work done so far to promote hindu culture customs and festivals in Australia and help the hindus from all around the world living in Australia to keep their traditions alive. Hope hindu council of Australia continues their great work in being one single voice for people with hindu faiths and feel proud Australians.
Ashish Khurana
Great community service done by organisation and its volunteers and management selflessly. Awesome holy place truly working on true Hinduism which is take everyone together and have prosperity of all and live in peace. Great job!
Narendra Patil
HCA has played pivotal role in developing an united Hindu community in Australia. It is at the forefront when it comes to helping wider community regardless of the social, economic and religious backgrounds via advise, networking, supporting, raising funds, etc.. I love the cultural events organised by HCA especially the Diwali Mela, Holi function and International Yoga Day. I wish all the best and urge to the community to join HCA and help strengthening Hindu community in Australia.
Nipesh Kothari
Hindu Council of Australia is an organisation selflessly working for Hindus in Australia and spreading the message of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - Whole World is a family. We need more people and organisations like these to truly spread the message of all Human beings living together as a family.
Aadi Kalkal
However i do not have any direct experience at this place but i do know some people/volunteers there working towards protecting our cultural values and traditions,Their contribution towards Hindu society is valuable ,one of them is Mr. Dhaval Modi at Hindu coulcil ,for whom i have high respect for his Seva. Let us all be positive and support Hindu Council. Thank you
Fagun Modi
Organising great events like exhibitions for Diwali (festival of light) for everyone. I have witnessed Australians taking lot of interest in these events strengthening the multicultural values.
Yogesh Bhatt
Great Organisation Always help to needy People and Respect the other Religions without any Discrimination. Proud to be a part of this organisation and also proud to be A Hindu .
Kiran Patel