Katas raj Temple is a Hindu temple complex situated in Katas village near Choa Saidan Shah in the Chakwal District of Punjab Pakistan. Significance of Katas Raj Temple Complex, […]
Gargi Awards nominations 2023
March 2, 2023 by ·
The nominations close date extended to 8th March. Click here to nominate an Australian woman who excelling in her field and inspiring the community Related Images:
HCA Volunteer Recognition Day
February 16, 2023 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia cordially invites you all to join us in recognising the achievements of our volunteers and learn who we are and what we do. This is your […]
“Rebuilding Lismore” convoy traveling to Lismore on 4th and 5th Feb 2023
January 27, 2023 by ·
Please join Sewa in “Rebuilding Lismore” convoy traveling to Lismore on 4th and 5th Feb 2023. Register @ https://forms.gle/5D3LXBrgD4UYc1XW7 Families are welcome, but any minors should be accompanied by […]
Pongal Sankranti and Lohri celebration in Sydney
January 10, 2023 by ·
Sunday 22nd January, Homebush West, (Sydney) Related Images:
Hindus in Australia now have a Voice in the NSW State Government
December 20, 2022 by ·
By Kamakshi Shenoy We are so pleased to announce that we Hindus in Australia now have a Voice in the NSW State Government. What does it mean or how does […]
Tulasi Pujan in Perth 25th Dec 2022
December 19, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia WA Chapter invites you for Tulasi Pujan on 25th December 2022. See details below. Related Images:
Hindus Thanks Australian Parliaments and the Governer General
November 9, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia would like to thank Australian Federal Parliament and the Governer General for celebrating Hindu Festival of Deepavali. Hindus feel very proud that Hindu festivals have been […]
Book Review & developing an agenda
August 18, 2022 by ·
India that is Bharat: Coloniality, Civilisation, Constitution. A physical & online event resented by Friends of India Austra & Hindu Council of Australia Book review by Shri Bala […]
Greetings on 75th Independence Day of India
August 15, 2022 by ·
The Hindu Council of Australia on behalf of 700,000 strong Australian Hindu communities joins in celebrating the government of India’s Initiative of commemorating 75the independence day as Azadi ka Amrit […]
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF NAZI SYMBOLS BANNED IN NSW STATE
August 11, 2022 by ·
PRESS RELEASE By: NSW Government “The atrocities committed during that period are almost unimaginable, and the intergenerational trauma they have caused continues to be felt by many people today. “This […]
From the Heart and the Soul event – 27 May, the Cutaway, Barangaroo
June 11, 2022 by ·
Signing of the Uluru Statement from the Heart On this day in 2017, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples came together at Uluru and asked Australians to walk with them […]
Hindu Council lodges a formal complaint against Khalistani hate speech
May 21, 2022 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, National President, Hindu Council of Australia. Dear Hon Minister Mr. Paul Toole Dy Premier and minister of Police Members of the Hindu community have brought to the […]
Stop Rumors against Hindu Council
May 19, 2022 by ·
We at Hindu Council of Australia are being contacted by various Hindus asking if it is true that Hindu Council is apologizing to Khalistani elements. This is untrue and is […]
One Nation MP Mark Latham defends Hindus against attacks by ABC
May 19, 2022 by ·
One nation party has been defending Hindus against racist attacks by the Greens Party. One Nation Party leader Mr Mark Latham has once again come to our defense when a […]
NSW Labor leader Chris Minns Tweets praising Hindus
May 19, 2022 by ·
Pleasure to meet with the Hindu Council of Australia. Hindu Australians give so much to Australia through their language schools, cultural events and charities. pic.twitter.com/Mudfs7R03H — Chris Minns (@ChrisMinnsMP) May […]
Labor and Liberals defend Hindus against Hinduphobia by Greens party
May 19, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia team met state Labor leader Mr Chris Minns and state Minister for Multicultural Mr Mark Coure and discussed recent attacks on Hindus by Greens party stemming […]
Albanese government to provide $6.1 mil to Sri Om foundation for Aged Care
May 17, 2022 by ·
HCASriOmGrantPresso-v1 Please click on the link below to watch the announcement. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=548416236664783 Related Images:
Watch Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party webinar Video
May 15, 2022 by ·
Watch Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party webinar Video Related Images:
Watch Meet and Greet One Nation Party webinar video
May 15, 2022 by ·
Video recording on Meet and Greet with One Nation Party. Related Images:
Welcome to the Victorian Government Bill prohibiting public display of Nazi symbols
May 15, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia welcomes the Victorian Government Bill prohibiting public display of Nazi symbols in Victoria. Related Images:
Morrison Government will provide the HCA with $250,000 for The Karma Kitchen
May 15, 2022 by ·
Morrison Government will provide the Hindu Council of Australia with $250,000 for The Karma Kitchen. Related Images:
Growing anti-Hindu smears by Greens
May 9, 2022 by ·
Today, Hindus have become the new bashing toy. Across the political spectrum, Indian Australian Hindus face slander with the accusation that they harbour extremist links rooted in dual loyalty. Anti-Hindu Greens […]
ALP present at Meet and Greet with Hindu Council
May 7, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council thanks Australian Labor Party for being the first party to respond to Hindu concerns. We acknowledge and thank each of the following ALP MPs/leaders/contests who were present to […]
The Australian coverage of Meet and Greet ALP
May 7, 2022 by ·
The Australian, weekend edition, one of the leading national news paper published from Sydney coverage of Meet and Greet ALP organized by Hindu Council of Australia. The event was held […]
Q and A session with Labor leaders at meet and greet by Hindu Council Australia
May 7, 2022 by ·
Q and A session with Mr Anthony Albanese. Leader of the Opposition and Ms Kristina Keneally at meet and greet by Hindu Council Australia https://www.facebook.com/VoiceAajkal/videos/416697643652099 Related Images:
Hindu Council helps Afghan refugees in Australia
October 14, 2021 by ·
By: Ashwani Sharma. Hindu Council reached out to Afghan Peace Foundation to facilitate the process of delivery and donation to Afghan refugees in need. Afghan peace foundation would like to thank […]
Bhagavad Gita Fortnightly Class/ Discussion 1 October 2021
September 25, 2021 by ·
Friday 1 October, 7.30 to 8.45 pm Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900?pwd=UHI5cDRyZW9SZzdrRGN1bkdmV2h3Zz09 Group discussion led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. Continuing Study of […]
Renewable Energy in India and Australia
September 8, 2021 by ·
India is world’s 3rd largest consumer of electricity and world’s 3rd largest renewable energy producer with 38% (136 GW out of 373 GW) of total installed energy capacity in 2020 from […]
Dr Fiona Martin’s Office – Funding for Hindu Based Schools
June 25, 2021 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. MP Dr Fiona Martin, on behalf of Hindu Council’s representation, has approached The Education Minister for funding Hindu Schools in NSW. Her letter to the MInister and […]
Hindu Benevolent Fund raises $50,000 to help India
June 11, 2021 by ·
By Neena Badhwar The Rig Veda says, “for a knowledgeable healer, the herbs rally together akin to an army of kings.” Yes, we need an army of all the kings of the […]
In solidarity dinner with Medical Professionals
June 2, 2021 by ·
You might have heard about the Project “Service the Needy” here locally where Hindu Council of Australia (HCA) helped. Thousands of needy people last year with grocery hampers, cooked meals […]
Australian Hindus saved from Greens parties attack
May 13, 2021 by ·
Hindu SRE under attack from Greens political party Hindu Council of Australia defends its member VHP Australia Inc. from an unprovoked and unnecessary attack from the Greens party in NSW […]
Jeanie Wood – Gargi Award 2020 Winner in Journalism Category
April 19, 2021 by ·
A private music teacher for over 40 years with hundreds of students under her tutelage. First novel published at 69 years, celebrating friendship between older women from a multitude of […]
Clare Stockdale – Gargi Award 2020 Winner in Sports Category
April 19, 2021 by ·
Clare has been very active in Sports all through her life, right from school proving that age is just a number. A true inspiration of what is possible can be […]
Felicity Kean – Gargi Award Winner 2020 Education
April 19, 2021 by ·
Harding Miller Education Foundation’s longest standing and most dedicated volunteer, working tirelessly over the past five years as a personal coach and student support to hundreds of young girls from […]
Rachna Soni – Gargi Award Winner Defense, Police, Fire & Emergency Services
April 19, 2021 by ·
One of the first women of Indian origin to become a Multicultural Police Officer in Australia. Though considered a daunting task to join the police force, the driven and talented […]
Nandini Shankara Narayana – Gargi Award Winner 2020 Science and Research
April 19, 2021 by ·
A specialist Endocrinologist, who recently completed a PhD in Andrology, with several notable research papers to her name. Nandini is one of the very few woman clinicians in Andrology (male […]
Kanan Shah – Gargi Award 2020 Winner Performing Arts
April 19, 2021 by ·
Runs the dance school NIPA, Nartan Institute of Performing Arts for over 8 years, training more than 700 students of all ages and abilities. Completed more than 500 performances in […]
Dr Rugmini Venkataraman – Gargi woman 2020 , Community Services
April 19, 2021 by ·
WINNER OF GARGI WOMAN 2020 – Community Services As a trained Sociologist has been working in academic and community development sectors, across India and Australia for the last 35 years […]
Saatvik Food webinar
February 24, 2021 by ·
Dont miss this webinar. Meeting link : https://meet.google.com/ajv-wqoh-qmp Hindu Council of Australia is not hosting this event and is not responsible for the views expressed therein. The participants in this […]
Discussion with Arif Aajakia – Pakistan, Its actions and the truth
February 24, 2021 by ·
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. FRG Discussion with Arif Aajakia When: Feb 28, 2021 10:00 PM Sydney 09:00 PM Brisbane 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm India Register […]
Aboriginal Spirituality and Hindu Faith
February 4, 2021 by ·
Aboriginal spirituality and Hindu Faith 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 […]
Understanding Hindu Dharma – A Rational Approach
December 26, 2020 by ·
By: Abhijit Bhide. Hindu Council of Australia ( HCA ) & Hindu Resonance Forum (HRF) are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Understanding Hindu Dharma – A […]
Covid-19 precautions in Northern Beaches area
December 18, 2020 by ·
As you may be aware that a Covid-19 breakout in Northern Beaches of Sydney has become a cause of concern for us all. Hindu community has shown utmost patience in […]
Ramayana in Popular Culture
October 29, 2020 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Contemporary books on Ramayana Production of Ramayana continues even today. Contemporary versions of the Ramayana include Sri Ramayana Darshanam by Dr. K. V. Puttappa in Kannada and Ramayana Kalpavrikshamu by Viswanatha Satyanarayana in Telugu, both of […]
Pre-history migration of Hindus to Australia
September 15, 2020 by ·
A study of Indigenous Australian DNA has found that Indigenous Australians may have mixed with people of Indian origin about 4,200 years ago. The same study showed that flint tools and Indian […]
Emma Hurst – Protecting animals
September 7, 2020 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Emma Hurst, member of Animal Justice Party of Australia gave a talk to “Religions for Peace” interfaith group. The group has representative from all major faiths in […]
Why Hindus do Circumambulation (प्रदक्षिणा) around the Deity?
August 21, 2020 by ·
Hinduism is the oldest Civilization & only one which is based on Science. In Hinduism whatever is practiced is not only based on beliefs but there are scientific reasons behind […]
Stop this bill – It discriminates against our religions
August 12, 2020 by ·
One Nation NSW MLC Mark Latham has introduced a bill in NSW Parliament which will actively discriminate against new and minority religions. A Parliament committee is asking for people of faith […]
Hindu council recommends CovidSafe
May 2, 2020 by ·
Australia’s Prime Minister has called upon everyone in Australia to download and install “CovidSafe” app on your mobile phones. Hindu Council strongly recommends everyone to do so. Many of you […]
Yogic Science of Wellbeing during Pandemic
April 30, 2020 by ·
By: Vijai Singhal. In these times of complete lockdown due to Coronavirus we have to keep ourselves mentally and physically active for our own wellbeing. Yoga provides a complete science […]
Covid help survey form
April 26, 2020 by ·
HBF and Karma Kitchen are constantly endeavoring to provide help to needy students/elders. If you have asked us for help and have received the help, we urge you to fill […]
Get Help for Covid-19 crisis
April 8, 2020 by ·
If you are suffering from a crisis situation and would like to get help from Hindu Benevolent Fund, please fill out your request below: Related Images:
A Hindu center burns down in Australian Bush Fires
January 10, 2020 by ·
By: Sri Om Community. Sydney has a large Hindu population and there are about 30 Hindu temples, spiritual centers and senior citizen service centers to cater for their religious, spiritual […]
Ayodhya Verdict – a landmark for human history
November 10, 2019 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. A five hundred year old wrong has been done right by the supreme court of India. Bhagwan Ram’s birth place will have a temple, even more magnificent, […]
UNITED BHARAT EVENT, PERTH
September 18, 2019 by ·
UNITED BHARAT EVENT, PERTH (an information SESSION on revocation of Article 370 of Indian Constitution) On September 14, 2019 United Bharat Event was organised by Hindu Swayemsevak Sangh (HSS) in […]
Is your temple facing difficulties for getting visa for priests and saints
September 14, 2019 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia has made representations to the Immigration office to make religious visa more in line with our community needs. We have also formed a Peer to Peer […]
Give me your tired, your homeless say Hindus for over 2000 years
September 13, 2019 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindus have been the most tolerant and accepting of people fleeing their homelands ever since people started fleeing their homes. Jews (also know as Yehudi) and Parsis […]
First Hindu Deputy Mayor in Hills District NSW
September 13, 2019 by ·
By: Jay Raman, President, Hindu Council NSW Chapter. Hindu Council of Australia congratulates Reena Jethi on becoming Deputy Mayor. Councillor Reena Jethi has been elected as the new Deputy Mayor […]
Meet Dr. Kummanam Rajashekaran
September 13, 2019 by ·
By: Manjunath, HSS. Meet Dr. Kummanam Rajashekaran September 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Details Date: September 20 Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Venue Parra Villa Function Lounge […]
Labor frontbencher says party must engage with religious voters
September 9, 2019 by ·
By: Judith Ireland, Sydney Morning Herald. Labor frontbencher Michelle Rowland concedes her party “didn’t get it right” with religious voters at the recent federal election and the ALP’s plans to […]
Amb Sharif Hindu Temple, Soon Sakesar Valley, Pakistan
September 8, 2019 by ·
By: Wali Imran Khalil. Amb Shahi temple complex and fort of the Hindu Shahi dynasty that ruled over Salt Range from the 9th to the 10th century, was meant to […]
ISKCON Sydney gets $200,000 My Community grant
September 7, 2019 by ·
By: ISKCON Congregational Leadership team and Sydney Temple Council. Hare Krishna Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. We have a very wonderful piece of news to […]
Training community leaders by We Are All Sydney praised by Dr Harinath
September 3, 2019 by ·
By: Lynda Ben-Menashe, NSW Jewish Board of Deputies. The NSW Jewish Board of Deputies’ “We Are All Sydney” Community Leadership Program brings together emerging and established leaders from Sydney’s diverse […]
Do you have a story to tell the community
September 3, 2019 by ·
By: Gayatri Nair, Hindu Council of Australia. To populate our website and social media pages, I am trying to collect inspiring, touching and fun stories from our community. I believe […]
ABC TV launches a new series starting with Deepavali theme
August 28, 2019 by ·
By: Anna Benjamin, ABC TV, Australia. The Unlisted Screening daily from 15 September at 5.30pm on ABC Me & ABC iview Dru Sharma avoids a mandatory dental check-up at school […]
Multifaith Event -18 August – Together in Friendship
August 27, 2019 by ·
By: Kanti Jinna. Annual Multi-faith function organised by the Order of Australia Association held at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Canberra on Sunday 18 August 2019 . The theme […]
Wali Imran Khalil locates yet another Hindu temple in Pakistan
August 27, 2019 by ·
Wali Imran Khalil locates yet another Hindu temple in Pakistan. ‘Nur Singh Pawar’ or ‘Nursing Phuwaar’, as it is called locally is a Hindu temple and retreat nestled on a […]
Bhera Hindus were very learned and rich
August 17, 2019 by ·
By: Wali Imran Khalil. (https://how2havefun.com/) An octogenarian told me that when she would visit the homes of her Hindu friends, their houses would be lined till the roof with […]
Gurupooja Utsav, Sydney Mahanagar HSS
August 14, 2019 by ·
By: Manjunath. Cordial invitation to attend Gurupooja Utsav organized by Sydney Mahanagar, Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, Australia. Sunday, 25th August 2019 10:30 AM – 12PM SP Jain School of Global Management […]
Hindu Council welcomes Abrogation of Article 370 by Indian Government
August 9, 2019 by ·
State sponsored Pakistan’s back terrorism perpetrated ethnic cleansing of Hindus from valley. This action of abrogating Article 370 will be the key to bring peace and prosperity to South Asia and especially in Northern region of Jammu and Kashmir.
An Australia-Wide Celebration Of Sri Krishna Janmashtami
August 9, 2019 by ·
By: Manjari Fergusson, ASMY. One of the most auspicious and festive days of the year is upon us! Sri Krishna Janmashtami falls on Saturday, 24 August 2019, and is a […]
Resettlement of Exiled Hindu Kashmiri Pandit Community
August 6, 2019 by ·
By: Hindu American Foundation. Today the Government of India took a decisive step towards a solution to the decades-old conflict over Kashmir, by abrogating Articles 370 and 35A to India’s […]
Mahmahopadhyay Bhadreshdas Swamji
August 5, 2019 by ·
By: Bimal Joshi. Invitation to a Special Event in the presence of Mahmahopadhyay Bhadreshdas Swamji Hindu Council of Australia and BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, Australia cordially invite you with family and […]
Help protect cows from drought at New Gokula Farm, Millfield NSW
August 3, 2019 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia urges you to donate New Gokula Farm, Millfield NSW for protecting their cows from severe drought affecting the state. GofundMe link : Related Images:
Hindu Council of Australia spiritual carers reflect on end of life care
August 3, 2019 by ·
By: Makarand Bhagwat. On July 20, 2019, 18 members of the spiritual care team of Hindu Council of Australia (Victoria) met at a community centre in Mount Waverley to discuss […]
UWS Orientation Day for International Students
July 25, 2019 by ·
By: Bhupinder Chabra. On Friday, 12 July 2019, University of Western Sydney organised an orientation day for international students. I met many new and established students during the orientation, provided […]
Meet with UNSW Hindu Society
July 25, 2019 by ·
By: Bhupinder Chabra, University Chaplaincy Coordinator, Hindu Council of Australia. On Thursday I had the pleasure of meeting with University of NSW Hindu Society to discuss the initiatives they have […]
Hindu Council supports Remove Hate from the Debate campaign
July 25, 2019 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia and Multicultural NSW is supporting an important campaign called Remove Hate from the Debate and we’d love you to be involved. We know that online hate […]
International Yoga Day 2019 – Sydney
July 25, 2019 by ·
By: Ashwani Jain, Secretary NSW Chapter, Hindu Council of Australia. Hindu Council of Australia (HCA), in association with the Consulate General of India, Sydney, celebrated the fifth International Yoga Day […]
550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev ji
July 19, 2019 by ·
By: Surinder Jain, Hindu Council of Australia. 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev ji is being celebrated throughout the world. The Indian civilization has been a civilization of knowledge, […]
General Council Meeting of QFCC
July 19, 2019 by ·
By: Surendra Prasad. Queensland Chapter, Hindu Council of Australia. Queensland Faith Communities Council General Meeting was held on Thursday 20 June, 2019. There was a very positive response to the […]
Oldest Hindu in Australia passes away
July 19, 2019 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, National President, Hindu Council of Australia. Respected Shankalal ji passed away a week ago. He was an icon and we may never see such a vibrant Hindu […]
An Evening with Sadhguru in Sydney
July 15, 2019 by ·
Sadhguru is a contemporary mystic whose passion spills into everything that he encounters. He imparts yogic sciences in a format easily adaptable to modern lifestyles, empowering individuals to transform their […]
Immigration Minister eases pain of Religious Visas
July 12, 2019 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council had approached the immigration minister Mr David Coleman to help solve the problems faced by Hindu temples in obtaining visas for priests and religious workers. […]
A Taxation system developed by Chanakya two thousands years ago
July 12, 2019 by ·
By: *Dr Ramesh Kumar Vankwani* Patron-in-chief, Pakistan Hindu Council Convener, Pakistan India Parliamentary Friendship Group Governments should collect taxes like a honeybee, which sucks just the right amount of […]
Eleven new Hindu Spiritual Carers (Chaplains) certified in Victoria
July 8, 2019 by ·
By: Makarand Bhagwat, Victoria Chapter of Hindu Council of Australia. Hindu Council of Australia in Victoria today proudly certified 11 Volunteer Spiritual Carers (Chaplains). This team of 11 volunteers went […]
Shree Rama
July 2, 2019 by ·
By: Veera Lavoji. Why Sree Raama Raajya should be our guiding model is because IT Inspires us to attain that level of greatness which he himself has reached. There is […]
