Hindus excellence in SRE being recognized on 9th Nov – Join the Premier and others to celebrate
October 30, 2021 by ·
By: Surinder Jain, Hindu Council of Australia. Hindus in NSW have been very active in providing Hindu spiritual education to Hindu children in NSW schools. Five Hindu organizations provide volunteers who go to schools and teach. Other religions are also providing spiritual education to school children of their respective faiths. Selfless volunteer service being provided […]
HSBC Australia Deepavali Greetings
October 30, 2021 by ·
HSBC wishes you all a Happy Diwali. May this Diwali deliver you blessings and prosperity in everything you do. .
Telstra Partner Sponsor of Deepavali 2021
October 30, 2021 by ·
Telstra Partner stores at Cabramatta – High Connect, Hurstville – Yours Telecom, Strathfield- T Central and Wentworthville – IITS wishes you a Happy and Prosperous Deepavali.
Western Union sponsor of Deepavali 2021
October 30, 2021 by ·
Western Union wishes you all a very Happy Diwali.
Parents to be classified as ‘immediate family’ for travel to Australia
October 23, 2021 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia. Thankyou Minister Alex Hawke for making it easy for Hindus and others to get their parents to Australia. Hindu Council has been making many representations to the Australian immigration office and to Immigration Minister Alex Hawke to make it easy to bring parents to Australia. We have counted […]
Stop killing Hindus: Condemnation of atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh
October 23, 2021 by ·
While Bangladeshis are celebrating the Durga Puja, the biggest festival of Hindus, the horror of violence and atrocities committed by the religious Extremists has overshadowed the festivity. The religious Extremists unleashed terror on Hindus throughout this festival. This includes killing Hindus, raping women, burning houses and businesses of Hindus, vandalising the Goddess’ idols and desecrating […]
Hindu Genocide in Bangladesh by Jihadi’s continues
October 18, 2021 by ·
You may have been aware that there have been vicious attacks on the minority Hindu Community. As we understand it, there were attacks and vandalism across the country, during the Durga Puja festival, in the last week or so. Severely impacted districts include Comilla, Chandpur, Noakhali, Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet, Feni. Temple and deities vandalized; property looted; some […]
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 you massively and attached is the acknowledgement letter to the donation received.
Book Review – Atmasiddhi Shastra
October 13, 2021 by ·
By: Sunil Kapadia, Shrimad Rajchandra Mission, Australia. One hundred and twenty five years ago, spiritual luminary Shrimad Rajchandraji inked an epic scripture, Atmasiddhi Shastra. Written in about 1.5 – 2 hours, yet containing the essence of all spiritual wisdom, Shrimadji’s magnum opus is an encyclopedia of spirituality and the heart of the inner path. In […]
9 things to know about Navaratri
October 11, 2021 by ·
9 things to know about Navaratri By Syama Allard October 16, 2020 1) Navaratri celebrates the Feminine Divine A nine-night festival during the Hindu month of Ashwin, Navaratri is a celebration of the Feminine Divine. According to the Vedas, everyone and everything originates from an absolute spiritual source referred to as Brahman (Divine), which is both the […]
Funding available to charities for Job Saver and Business grant programs
October 1, 2021 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia. Hindu Council of Australia along with other faith communities has been speaking to the Treasurer regarding making Covid funding available to faith communities for Job Saver and Business grant programmes. The treasurer has announced today that the COVID-19 JobSaver Payment expansion and extension would support eligible registered charities working in the […]
Hindu Council of Australia – Deepavali 2021 Dance Dhamaka
September 26, 2021 by ·
Deepavali festivities to feature light-up, Indian festival dance competition to begin with Something for everyone even as festivities take place for a second year amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Hindu Council of Australia will kick off its Deepavali 2021 line-up of online and hybrid activities on October 25 – the highlight of which will be the […]
HCA Victoria Media Statement on Swastika
September 24, 2021 by ·
By: Makarand Bhagwat, Hindu Council of Australia.
Like Ganga and Yamuna, Australian rivers should be given rights of a legal person
September 22, 2021 by ·
By: Mark Pearson, MLC Parliament of New South Wales. Following the precedent set by India which granted personhood to the Ganges and Yamuna Rivers and New Zealand with the Whanganui River, a bill introduced in NSW Parliament by Mark Pearson, establishes the river as a ‘legal person’ with rights that can be enforced by guardians […]
Ramayana Leadership Lessons & Australian Olympiad
September 18, 2021 by ·
What does the Ramayana Workshop Cover ? Three Sundays of Ramayana workshop and one Sunday of Ramayana OLYMPIAD. Lord Rama is the divine person who walked on earth thousands of years ago. The characters of Lord Rama inspires many across the globe. There is so much to learn from each instance of his life. Date, […]
Counselor of Hindu Tradition (CHT) Course 2021-2022 Application Form Open Now
September 17, 2021 by ·
Welcome and thanks for your interest in joining the CHT certificate course and to become a Counselor of Hindu Tradition. By completing this 9-month Sunday CHT course will 1) make you a trained volunteer for community service and 2) facilitate your pursuit for Vedic Chaplaincy credentials. Before you fill this simple form (7-10-minutes), please watch […]
Deepavali 2021 sponsorship pack
September 11, 2021 by ·
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HSBC Bank is a sponsor of major events of Hindu Council of Australia for 2020-21
August 29, 2021 by ·
HSBC Bank is one of the biggest international banks and is a sponsor of Hindu Council of Australia’s major events since 2018. Please visit the link below to view HSBC’s various products. www.hsbc.com.au/accounts/products/everyday-global/
Thank you For your faithfulness and dedication
August 26, 2021 by ·
By: A recipient of Help from Hindu Benevolent fund of Hindu Council of Australia. I had long ago accepted that I was getting fed up, lonely and tired being away from India, being single and away from my family for more than 18 months with all these lockdowns, losing a job and the devastating state […]
Guru Granth Sahib from Kabul at Delhi airport — defines the soul of India
August 26, 2021 by ·
By: Zarir Bamji, Sydney, Australia. An Indian Moment, Modi’s Golden Hour https://www.rediff.com/news/column/an-indian-moment-modis-golden-hour/20210825.htm It showed that Sikhs and Hindus in Kabul — wherever they are, whatever passport they possess — they remain us. We care for them as family. ISI agents and their surrogates, the Taliban, uprooted the Sikh Nishan Sahib from the ancient gurdwara […]
Atrocities on minorities in Pakistan
August 17, 2021 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, President, Hindu Council of Australia. On behalf of the Hindu community of Australia, we would like to raise a profoundly grave concern about ongoing Human rights abuse of minorities in Pakistan. We are alarmed at the recent extreme incidences which has drawn worldwide attention to the plights of Hindus and other minorities […]
COVID-19 check-in card by Service NSW
August 12, 2021 by ·
By:Rachna Soni, Multicultural Community Liaison Officer, Parramatta Police Area Command For members of the public who do not have a smart phone to scan in at businesses QR code. Currently people without a phone to scan the QR code at businesses are to manually write the details in a register at the business. The business […]
Enter Hindi as the language spoken at home in this Census on August 10
July 1, 2021 by ·
By Neena Badhwar. Census in Australia will be conducted on August 10 this year. All the Indians as well as Indian International students students, visitors, relatives who will be there on August 10 in Australia will become part of this huge exercise and will be counted on the day. You will be either visited by […]
Australian Hindu Conference Postponement
June 25, 2021 by ·
Dear all We thank all the registered participants and the presenters for submitting their abstracts in time. We have fifty-one accepted papers and around 130 registered participants. As we know, it is common for people to register near the date and register on the day itself. This is a huge endorsement that the theme […]
International Day of Yoga, Sydney
June 11, 2021 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia would like to invite you to the International Day of Yoga at Hunters Hill Sailing Club on Sunday 20th June 2021 at 10 am. Event: International Day of Yoga Date: Sunday, 20th June 2021 Time: 10 am to 3 pm VIP Session: 12:30 pm Venue: Hunters Hill Sailing Club, Clarke Road, […]
City of Sydney stands in solidarity with India
May 19, 2021 by ·
Honorable Lord Mayor Clover Moore proposed an amendment in the Lord Mayor Minute on Monday (17/05/2021). Deputy Lord Mayor Jess Scully, Councilor Robert Kok, Councilor Linda Scott, Councilor Dr Kerryn Phelps supported and spoke in favor of the amendment and expressed their solidarity. Lord Mayor expressed empathy for India and said Indian community is one […]
Fund Raising Life Saving Event 30 May 21
May 12, 2021 by ·
Hindu Benevolent Fund (HBF) is organizing a Fundraising event to save the lives of the Covid-19 affected most vulnerable people. Your contributions are very important in these unprecedented tough times humanity is facing in this century. We all are very blessed to be in the luckiest country in the world. But our Motherland needs help. […]
ANZAC Day Service 2021
April 23, 2021 by ·
By: Ashwani Jain. The Australia India Cenotaph Committee (A project of Hindu Council Australia) along with Hornsby RSL Sub Branch, Baulkham Hills Cadet Unit, Hornsby RSL Pipe Band and Hornsby Shire conducted the ANZAC Day service at the ANZAC Jawan Cenotaph on the 18th of April to commemorate the sacrifices made by the ANZAC of […]
Winners and Finalists of Gargi 2020 Awards
April 19, 2021 by ·
Gargi woman award is given to Australian women for their outstanding contribution to the community. Gargi women make good role models for young girls and women growing up in Australia. 2020 awards were delayed due to pandemic. A ceremony was held on 17th April 2021 and the awards were handed out by Hon. Alex Hawke, […]
ANZAC DAY SERVICE AT ANZAC JAWAN CENOTAPH CHERRYBROOK
April 15, 2021 by ·
ANZAC DAY SERVICE AT ANZAC JAWAN CENOTAPH CHERRYBROOK Hindu Council of Australia would like to invite you to Anzac Day service at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph at Greenway Oval Cherrybrook on 18 April 2021 at 3:30 pm for a 4:00 pm start. Event Details: Date: Sunday, 18 April 2021 Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Venue: […]
Vishnu Bala Nath Hindu Temple of Makhad Sharif, Pakistan
April 10, 2021 by ·
By: Wali Imran Khan. Makhad Sharif is a 1000 year old town at the edge of the Attock district, Punjab, Pakistan. Makhad Sharif was originally just “Makhad” (deep ditch). Situated on Indus river, it is the border town between Northern Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. This town’s purpose was to be a crossing point for trade caravans […]
Shoebridge’s Hinduphobia exposed as hollow lies and false propaganda
March 24, 2021 by ·
By: Hindu SRE Providers. A NSW Member of Parliament has made a baseless claim that Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) is a terrorist organization in NSW. The Hindu community is deeply hurt and offended by this spurious allegation. We wish to inform and assure you that the NSW Police have refuted the allegation and affirmed that […]
WANTED TEACHERS TO TEACH HINDUISM IN SCHOOLS
February 24, 2021 by ·
WANTED VOLUNTARY TEACHERS TO TEACH HINDUISM IN SCHOOLS Hindu council of Australia is recognized as a Special religious Education provider to the department of education in NSW. We need volunteer teachers for teaching in various schools in and around Sydney. -Basic education, knowledge about our Hindu culture required. – Working knowledge of […]
Hindu Dharama for Young Mothers – Teachers training
February 11, 2021 by ·
To register go to https://www.hinducouncil.com.au/new/events/dharma-2 Cost $20
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 the Max Planck Institute by researchers, led by Irina Pugach suggested that Aboriginal genomes consist of up to 11% Indian DNA which is uniformly spread […]
Ongoing relief efforts to support those affected by Tropical Cyclone Yasa
January 2, 2021 by ·
Fijian Community Leaders & Friends of Fiji, kindly requesting if you can assist with disseminating the below information with regards to the ongoing relief efforts to support those affected by TC Yasa: Bula Vinaka. As you know, Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasa struck Fiji and wrought destruction on 17 December 2020. Being a Category 5 cyclone […]
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 Rational Approach Time: Jan 9, 2021 09:30 AM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Every day, until Jan 10, 2021, 2 occurrence(s) […]
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 following the social distancing rules even during some of the biggest festivals like Deepavali and Dussehra. We need to keep our vigilance to ensure that […]
HCA Remembers the Victims of Terrorism 26 Nov 2008
November 26, 2020 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, President, Hindu Council of Australia. The HCA is making this press release on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, that began on Wednesday 26 November 2008 and lasted for 60 hours. At least 174 people died, including 9 attackers, and more than 300 were wounded of 24 different nationalities. […]
26/11 – Mumbai’s Day of Reckoning with Terror
November 26, 2020 by ·
By: Raghbendra Jha, Professor of Economics, ANU. The 2008 terrorist attack on the Indian city of Mumbai (previously Bombay) beginning on 26th November (typically referred to as 26/11) and ending on 29th November will be regarded for long as a near cataclysmal event. A series of attacks engineered by Lashkar-e-Taiba, an extremist organisation based in […]
Become a Hindu Dharma Ambassador
November 22, 2020 by ·
After successfully training hundreds in the United States, the Hindu American Foundation is pleased to provide this program in collaboration with the Hindu Council of Australia. As a Dharma Ambassador, you’ll be equipped to handle the ins and outs in talking about Hinduism. You’ll be prepared to promote an authentic narrative from within the Hindu […]
How to Get crisis help from HBF
September 4, 2020 by ·
If you are being affected by Covid-19, please fill out your details below to get help: First Name* : Last Name* : Your Email* : Your Phone : Address—* : Suburb—-* : Your State* : NSWSAWATASNTACTQLD Pickup From*: ParramattaWentworthvilleSeven HillsLiverpoolHomebush West Sign me up for the newsletter! Australia is dealing well in controlling the […]
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:
Donate to help Corona lockdown sufferers
March 29, 2020 by ·
DONATE TO HINDU BENEVOLENT FUND We are at present passing through an unprecedented crisis due to spread of COVID -19. Many people within our Intercommunity are under great stress due to loss of Jobs, social isolation, shortage of essential items in market and lock down. It is exceptionally difficult period. Karma Kitchen and Hindu […]
Covid-19 support for our community
March 23, 2020 by ·
Karma Kitchen and Hindu Benevolent Fund are two projects of Hindu Council of Australia that have come forward to help and support the community during this unprecedented crisis and lockdown. Karma kitchen is an initiative that provides fresh food to people facing crisis. It has been providing free food every Saturday in Parramatta, NSW. Hindu […]
GARGI AWARD 2020 PRESENTATION FUNCTION POSTPONED
March 16, 2020 by ·
By: Ashwani Jain As per Federal & State Government advisory about COVID-19, the Hindu Council Executive Committee has made the difficult decision to POSTPONE the Gargi Award 2020 presentation function. The safety and well-being of our communities and stakeholders are of the highest importance to the Hindu Council of Australia. An alternate date will be […]
Research Survey on Mantra chanting by Macquarie University
January 19, 2020 by ·
By: Gemma Perry, Macquarie University’s PhD student and a yoga expert. Name of Project: Online Survey about Chanting Chief Investigator: Professor Bill Thompson, Director of Music, Sound and Performance Lab, Department of Psychology You are invited to participate in a study of chanting practices. We are conducting an online survey in order to find out […]
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 and social needs. Sri Om community in Sydney had purchased land and installed their deities with regular worship by the community. Sri Om temple Brindaban […]
Yabun Matra – bilingual CD in Dharwal and Sanskrit
November 10, 2019 by ·
By: School of Vedic Sciences, Sydney, Australia. Dharawal (Thurawal, Dharawal, Wodiwodi) is an extinct aboriginal language of New South wales, Australia. During the International Year of Indigenous Languages (2019), Sydney based School of Vedic Sciences has published second edition of Yabun (mAtrA), the Dharwal Song Book. Although Dharawal is an extinct language, an aboriginal elder […]
Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s 550th Parab Divas 12th November 2019
November 8, 2019 by ·
India has been a land of spirituality. It has produced not one but many religions, many holy scriptures and many systems of worship. Every time a group of people start deviating from the path of Truth, a new “Saint” brings a breath of fresh air to revive their faith and practice in “Truth, God, Purpose […]
How we worship – Religion in Australia, By: Emily Clark, ABC
November 7, 2019 by ·
By Emily Clark with photography by Brendan Esposito ABC From organised religion to casual spirituality, faith in Australia is different to anywhere else in the world. Diversity — of people and their practice — is something only Australia can call a tradition. Despite our religious diversity, 66 per cent of respondents to the Australia Talks […]
Hindu Council’s massive Deepavali festival celebrations at Bella Vista Farms, Sydney
October 26, 2019 by ·
By: Gayatri Nair. Hindu Council’s massive Deepavali festival celebrations at Bella Vista Farms, Sydney Late American Composer John Milton Cage had once said, “We carry our homes within us which enables us to fly”; a sentiment that succinctly encapsulates the immigrant experience worldwide. For we carry within us a home not built of bricks and […]
Celebrate Deepavali in Melbourne
October 15, 2019 by ·
Shri Swami Narayan Temple Melbourne is celebrating a Diwali Mela on Oct 26th at the temple, in association with HCA.
Invitation Ravan Dahan
October 8, 2019 by ·
💥✨#HinduCouncilofAustralia wishes everyone a Happy Dussehra *Dasha Hara* is a Sanskrit word which means removal of ten bad qualities within us…. *_Ahankara_* (Ego) *_Amaanavta_* (Cruelty) *_Anyaaya_* (Injustice) *_Kama vasana_* (Lust) *_Krodha_* (Anger) *_Lobha_* (Greed) *_Mada_* (Over Pride) *_Matsara_* (Jealousy) *_Moha_* (Attachment) *_Swartha_* (Selfishness) Hence, also known as *’Vijaydashami’* signifying *’Vijaya’* over these ten bad qualities. […]
Deepavali and Annakut Celebrations in Canberra 2019
September 25, 2019 by ·
Deepawali and Annakut Celebrations 2019 in the Australian Parliament House, Canberra on 21 October 2019. Please visit for exhibitions, cultural performances, addresses, and delicious food. For more details please get in touch with the contact details provided.
Parramatta Deepavali event moved to Bella Vista Farms
September 22, 2019 by ·
This year the biggest #Deepavali2019 event is taking place at the Bella Vista Farm Come and celebrate with your family and friends for a day of entertainment cultural activities Pooja fireworks food and so much more!! Get involved and book your stalls by contacting : Jaidip 0450772126 Varun 0410 535 913 For more information on […]
Free Heena for KarwaChauth
September 21, 2019 by ·
Free Heena for KarwaChauth at Rousehill Shopping Centre on Sunday 13th October Deepavali 2019.
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 of The Hills Shire during the September 10 Ordinary Meeting of Council. Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne congratulated Clr Jethi on […]
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 :
Special Sri Rama Gold Coin for Puja
April 11, 2019 by ·
By: ABC Bullion. Special Sri Rama Navami Promotion of Gold and Silver coins. $1 from every Sri Rama coin sold during April will be donated to Karma Kitchen, an initiative by the Hindu Council of Australia which provides free food to the homeless within the Parramatta region in NSW.
Survey – Problems faced by Hindu Women
April 5, 2019 by ·
If you are a Hindu woman living in Australia, please take a minute to enter this survey. It will help Hindu Council of Australia to frame projects and policies to help you face these issues. Your Name (optional) : Your Email (optional): Your Phone (optional) : Your Age Group* : 18-25 years26-35 years35-60 yearsAbove 60 […]
Donate
December 27, 2018 by ·
We are at present passing through an unprecedented crisis due to spread of COVID -19. Karma Kitchen and Hindu Benevolent Fund have come forward to help and support the community during this toughest crisis and lock down. May I request to provide whatever help you are able to provide for this humanitarian work. Now it is […]
Gargi Women Awards 2019
November 9, 2018 by ·
This award is given to Australian Women who have made a significant contribution to Australia. This year, eight awards are being offered, one in each of the following categories : Sports Defense, Police, Fire, emergency services Performing and Arts Community services Education Science and Research Language and Culture Journalism Nominations are accepted online at hinducouncil.com.au/gargi […]
20 years of Diwali in Sydney
August 10, 2018 by ·
Hindu council has been celebrating Deepavali in Sydney for 20 years.
