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FESTIVALS: AKSHAYA TRITIYA: Akshaya Tritiya (22 April this year)
By: Anand Lalchandani. FESTIVALS: AKSHAYA TRITIYA: Akshaya Tritiya (22 April this year) also known as Akha Teej is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Tritiya of Vaishakh month. Akshaya means never diminishing, and it is believed that doing any Japa, Yajna, Pitra-Tarpan, …
Participation in ANU Religious Conference
By: Surinder Jain. Australian National University had organized a three day conference on “Religion in Modern Education : Conflict, Policy and Practice” on 13th to 15th April 2023 in its campus in Canberra, Australia. The conference invited scholars to consider …
Ram Navami Celebrations – 2023 by the Konkani community in Sydney
By: Kamakshi Shenoy. The first day of the Hindu lunar year is celebrated as the festival of Samsaar Padvo by the Konkani community. This festival, also known as Yugadi or Gudi Padwa, is celebrated with great pomp and fervour in …
The International Gita Mahotsav is coming to Sydney
Are you ready to unleash your creativity and showcase your talents? The International Gita Mahotsav is coming to Sydney, and we’re thrilled to invite you to take part in three exciting competitions – Essay, Reciting, and Painting! If you love …
Gargi Awards for the year 2023
by Kamakshi Shenoy The Gargi Awards for the year 2023 was organized by Hindu Council of Australia on Sunday, 2nd April 2023 at Strathfield Girls High School. Hindu Council of Australia recognizes exceptional achievements of Hindu women in the community …
SANGABISHEGAM FOR SRI VARASIDDHI GANESHA AT SRI VENKATESWARA TEMPLE HELENSBURGH
1008 SANGABHISHEKAM for SRI VARASIDHI VINAYAGAR Sunday the 16th April 2023 gaṇānāṃ tvā gaṇapatiṃ havāmahe kaviṃ kavīnāmupamaśravastamam | jyeṣṭharājaṃ brahmaṇāṃ brahmaṇaspata ā naḥ śṛṇvannūtibhiḥ sīda sādanam || Programme: Saturday 15th April 2023 – Poorvangam 04.00 to 07.00 PM – Sri …
Science of Happiness According to Yoga Vedanta – Discussion Series – 14 April 2023
Spiritual Evening Discussion Friday 14 April, 7.00 – 8.45 pm Led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana Join us for Silent Meditation at Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Road, Croydon, from 7 pm or via Zoom from 7.30 pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 Discussion Theme – Aims …
Anzac Day Dawn Service at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph
On behalf of Australia India Cenotaph Committee (A Project of Hindu Council of Australia), we would like to thank you for being with us all along and we would like to invite you to attend this year’s Anzac Day Commemorations …
Maha Kumbabishegam 6th to 10th April 23 program details Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh
Sri Bhumineela Padmavathi Nayika Sametha Sri Venkateswara Temple Jeernotdharana Ashtabandana Mahasamprokshana (Kumbabishekha) DETAILED PROGRAMME : Thursday 6th to Monday 10th April 2023 vinā vēṅkaṭēśaṃ na nāthō na nāthaḥ sadā vēṅkaṭēśaṃ smarāmi smarāmi । harē vēṅkaṭēśa prasīda prasīda priyaṃ vēṅkaṭeśa prayachCha …
Sri Sita Rama Kalyana Utsavam
Jai Sriman Narayana JET Australia Sydney Chapter welcomes you to participate at Sri Sita Rama Kalyana Utsavam to be held on Saturday 1st April 2023 at Sri Durga Temple Devasthanam, Regents Park from 5 pm. Free Entry. More details given …
His Holiness Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji visiting Perth
Kindly make it convenient to attend and seek blessings from one of the great spiritual leaders of our times His Holiness Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji. (https://chinnajeeyar.org/) Swamiji will be flying back to Bharat on 4th April to receive PadmaBhushan from …
Grant available for NSW Temples Safety and Security – CCTV cameras
The NSW Government established the Community and Small Business CCTV Fund to support community organisations (including religious organisations) and small businesses in NSW in 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Inner, Western, and South Western Sydney. The Fund provides up …
Bhagavad Gita Fortnightly Class/ Discussion – 31 March 2023
Bhagavad Gita Discussion Friday 31 March, 7.00 – 8.45 pm Led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana Join us for Silent Meditation at Vedanta Hall from 7 pm or via Zoom from 7.30 pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 Continuing Study of Chapter 9 The Way of …
Vedas: The 4 Vedas in Hindi, English, Telugu | PDF Download
BY SUNIL DAMAN The Vedas are among the oldest sacred texts in the world. Composed in the dawn of human philosophy and thought, they are an integral part of humanity’s history. Below are the links to download the 4 Vedas …
Watch One Nation Leader Mark Latham talk about Hindu issues
Click the following link and enter the password : N5Vsw0=@ https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/uCa3oV9Vme5GhBeFnp7APJfh1vAFsRFkwtUy0Xp7bXgOBJbH8E9l9PzKE293uBsM.NBKS-FGjyFX9lY0E Recordings of other parties are available at : Watch Liberal Party Meet and Greet with Hindus Watch Labor Party Meet and Greet with Hindus Watch Animal Justice Party Meet …
Spiritual Evening Discussion – 24 March 2023
Spiritual Evening Discussion Friday 24 March, 7.00 – 8.45 pm Led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana Join us for Silent Meditation at Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Road, Croydon, from 7 pm or via Zoom from 7.30 pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 Discussion Themes: Meditation: The …
How to vote at the 2023 NSW election
Eligible voters in NSW will head to the polls on Saturday, March 25, to choose their representatives for the next Parliament. Voting is compulsory for everyone on the electoral roll …
SBS Hindi coverage of NSW Election 2023
With the New South Wales election campaign entering its final days, SBS Hindi speaks to NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet and Leader of the Opposition Chris Minns about the issues front of mind for the Indian diaspora …
Our State Chapters
NT Chapter (Darwin)
On 20th March 2018, Hindu council has established a new chapter in Northern Territory. Dr Rajeev Sharma – Coordinator Brijesh Dagar Manoj Bhati Sumesh Dhir Rama Jayaraj Dr Rajeev Sharma is long time resident of Darwin. He is working at Charles Darwin University since 1989 and is currently Course Coordinator for MBA DBA
WA Chapter (Perth)
A WA chapter of Hindu Council of Australia has been established on 12th March 2018. First program will be to welcome HH Mahant Swami of BAPS by all Hindu Organisations. HCA WA chapter will lead this program to establish relation with other Hindu Organisations in WA. Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, Perth
ACT Chapter (Canberra)
Australia Capital Territory (Canberra) Team Prakash Mehta Kanti Jinna Santosh Gupta. Hindu Council of Australia invited about 15 Hindu organizations together on 16th June to discuss how can we preserve Hindu culture in Australia. Each organization spoke about what they are doing and their idea of how we can preserve
SA Chapter (Adelaide)
South Australia, Adelaide has a vibrant chapter with various activities. Saraswati Puja Interfaith with speakers from various faiths including Hinduism, Christianity, Jewish, Islam, Buddhism and Sikh. International Yoga Day - The morning event and an evening event with different Schools of Yoga and experienced teachers sharing their philosophy and
VIC Chapter (Melbourne)
Hindu Concil of Australia (HCA) started actively working in Victoria since April 2014 although it was represented through some other Hindu organisations here since about 2010. HCA actively partners with core Hindu organisations such as Hindu Swaymsevak Sangh, Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Seva International. Other Engagement Activities: Engaged with Multifaith Advisory
NSW Chapter (Sydney)
Hindu Council has been very active in NSW from its inceptions. Its featured activity is celebration of Diwali event every year which is attended by over 20,000 people every year. Here is a list of some of the main activities of the NSW Chapter of Hindu Council of Australia. Deepavali
Our Projects
General Religious Education in Secondary Schools
[tab name="NSW"] Hindu Council has been involved with the NSW Department of School Education since 2003 in drafting the original syllabus which was introduced in 2005. Cambridge University Press published the textbook for the course covering all the five religions. In 2015 we were again consulted by the publishers when the updated version of the textbook was published. [/tab] [tab
Aboriginals and Hinduism
There is a lot of commonality between aboriginal spirituality and Hinduism. Australian aborigines claim to have lived here for over 50,000 years. Some estimates put it even to 65,000 years. Also, a study in 2013 at the Max Planck Institute by researchers, led by Irina Pugach suggested that Aboriginal genomes consist of up to 11% Indian DNA which is uniformly
ANZAC JAWAN remembrance
By: Bhagwat Chauhan. We were working on some time to create a history, a small team of Ashwani Jain, Sanjeev Bhakri, Ashwani Sharma and Parveen Gupta were working tirelessly to build a cenotaph to recognise servicemen of Indian origin, who made ultimate sacrifice during WW I. We had special contribution of Mr Rajeev Maini (Architect) and Mr Vijay Badhwar (Engineer). It
Governmental
Hindu Council of Australia advocates issues affecting Hindu community in Australia at various levels of Government including local councils, state governments and Federal Government. It has raised issues : Visas for priests Violence against students Hindu cremation facilities Advising Governments on interpretation of Hinduism Lobbying with education departments to correct bias in teaching Hinduism Obtaining permissions and Facilitating Hindu rituals
Paada Yatra to Temple
It is a HINDU tradition to “walk to a pilgrim” on special events/occasions and during some festive seasons. it is known as “PAADA YATRA” and this is a general practice in HINDUISM and this is done across Bharath i.e. INDIA. Paada Yatra is not merely a walking event but it is a religious event that inculcates devotion, spirituality and a
Festival Celebrations
Hindu Council celebrates following Festivals with the community : Deepavali Holi Janamashtami Sri Sitarama Kalyanam Deepawali and Annakut Celebrations are held in the Australian Parliament House, Canberra every year. Deepavali festival is celebrated in many major cities of Australia including Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. Holi-The Festival of Colours is celebrated by Hindu Council of Australia and is Proudly Supported
Gargi Award to Outstanding Women
On the International day of women 2018, Hindu Council of Australia has decided to institute an award for outstanding women in Australia who make a good role model for growing up Hindu girls and women. The award will consist of a commendation letter and will be awarded in multiple categories like Sports, Journalism, Performers, Defense, Community Carers, Home Carers, Seniors
SRE – Teaching Hinduism in schools
The Hindu Council of Australia is a registered provider of Hindu religious instruction as part of the Special Religious Education (SRE) classes in NSW State Secondary Schools. Students from any religious and cultural background are welcome to attend with the permission of their parents. Our classes provides the opportunity for students to connect with their rich spiritual and cultural heritage
Karma Kitchen
"KARMA KITCHEN" is an initiative of HCA to distribute free food to homeless and needy people in our society. Joining hands with interagency and network of community services such as Mission Australia and Parramatta mission. Supported by local community organisations such as Hindu Swayam Sevak Sangh, Friends of India, Sewa Australia and many more. We serve freshly cooked vegetarian (Saatvik)
Community Services
Hindu Council serves Australian community through its targeted activities. Karma Kitchen serving free food to needy and homeless in Parramatta, NSW Hindu Chaplaincy programs in Sydney and Melbourne Conducts First Aid training course for community volunteers Helps needy in emergency through Hindu Benevolent Fund Sponsors Pada Yatra (walkathon) visiting various Hindu temples between Westmead and Helensburgh in NSW
Hindu Education
Hindu council promotes education of Hinduism among Hindu children in schools and about Hinduism to general Australian public. Hindu Council Provides educational courses and certificates on courses on Hinduism. You can join the free courses by clicking here and Study an online course on Introduction to Hinduism (FREE). Represents Hinduism at the NSW department of Education's Consultative Committee on Special
Yoga Day
Hindu Council celebrates UN International Yoga Day On the occasion of the first World Yoga Day, Hindu Council of Australia in collaboration with Hindu Swayamsevak Snagh and OFBJP Australia teamed up with a number of Yoga schools and community organizations to celebrate the historic event on June 21st 2015. Since then, Hindu Council has been helping organize and celebrate International
Hindu Chaplaincy
Hindu Council proides Hindu chaplaincy services in hospitals, Jails and Universities to provide emotional spiritual counseling to University students. NSW - Hospital chaplaincy in Sydney (Contact : Jayanthi Jayramanan jayanthi@hinducouncil.com.au ) NSW Jails Chaplaincy (Contact : Jayanthi Jayramanan jayanthi@hinducouncil.com.au) VIC - Hospital Chaplaincy in Melbourne (Contact : Makarand Bhagwat melbourne@hinducouncil.com.au) NSW - University Chaplaincy in WSU and UTS (Contact :
Hindu Benevolent Fund
Hindu Council of Australia has taken an initiative to open a Hindu Benevolent Fund and has launched Hindu Benevolent Fund (HBF) in the Deepavali festival in Oct 2017. HBF is a Hindu Council's community initiative to have a benevolent fund to provide financial support to individuals and families in dire need of financial help to meet their day to day
Vegetarianism
Please click one of the following links What is Vegetarianism There are many types of Vegetarians Hindu Council defines Pure Vegetarian Suspect foods which may not be vegetarian despite their name Exempt Foods, Foods which are considered Pure Vegetarian Information resources for Vegetarians on the Internet Read blogs written on Vegetarianism
Volunteer Registration
We are a volunteer organization and always looking for people to help in various activities such as event planning, outreach programs, website management, marketing and similar activities. We will be happy to hear from you if you are interested in joining us, please do let us know how you can contribute The Hindu Council of Australia 17 The
Interfaith
It is one of the most important functions of the Hindu Council to represent the Hindu faith in the inter-faith meetings and to take part in the multicultural activities in Australia and the Australasia region.We have been increasingly involved in this activity. Give below are the interfaith activities we have been involved with : The peace symposium 2017 : organized by
About Us
Hindu Council of Australia is a peak body organisation founded in 1998 with an aim to create a strong and unified Hindu community in Australia. Since HCA was founded, it has been acting as a representative of the Hindu community in Australia in dealing with the federal, state and local governments, apart from reaching out to other Hindu organisations and institutions.
MISSION:
Hindu Council of Australia’s mission is to work for a strong, cohesive and active Hindu community in Australia, aiming to live in harmony with other religious and cultural communities while also devoted to preserving, promoting and sharing Hindu faith, culture and traditions with others in the society.
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