The Hindu Council of Australia asks all members of Dharmic religions residing in Australia to let us know if other issues should be raised on behalf of our communities. Please […]
NSW Faith Affairs Council commits to interfaith collaboration
November 30, 2023 by ·
The new Labour government in NSW has formed a Faith Affairs Council of 19 faith leaders. Hindus are represented by Hindu Council of Australia’s representative Surinder Jain. The Council held […]
Deepavali message is timeless says Governor General David Hurley
November 2, 2023 by ·
“Deepavali message is timeless” says Governor General David Hurley His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia and Her Excellency Mrs […]
PMs message to faith leaders on Referendum
October 6, 2023 by ·
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed a gathering of faith leaders asking them to vote Yes for the upcoming Voice referendum. Here is his full statement. ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: […]
“A case for YES Referendum” – INTERVIEW WITH NOEL PEARSON
October 6, 2023 by ·
Interviewed by Dwayne Jeffries of Hope Media on behalf of Better Balanced Futures, representing the faith communities in Australia which HCA is a part of. DWAYNE: Noel Pearson, thank you […]
“A NO case for referendum” – Interview with Jacinta Nampijinpa Price
October 6, 2023 by ·
Jacinta Price leader of the NO campaign has given an interview to the organisation ‘Better Balanced Futures’ that represents the faith communities in Australia which HCA is also a part […]
All Hindu temples – Please apply for federal funding to secure your temple
September 28, 2023 by ·
Applications are now open for the Albanese Government’s Securing Faith-Based Places grant program. You may recall that during the event to host Indian PM Modi, our PM Anthony Albanese had […]
Community Language Schools Grant Program
September 28, 2023 by ·
Dear Community Leaders, While in Perth on Monday 28 August 2023 Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Andrew Giles MP announced that the Australian Government is […]
The Australian Refugee Advisory Panel – Call for Applications
September 28, 2023 by ·
Dear Community Representatives, The Australian Government has announced the creation of an Australian Refugee Advisory Panel (The Panel). The Panel will be a formal mechanism to enhance meaningful refugee participation […]
How to participate in the referendum – AEC information session
September 6, 2023 by ·
Australian Electoral Commission would invite everyone to participate in a referendum briefing from the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC). It’s been over 20 years since Australia’s last referendum, and voters […]
MP Julian Leeser condemns attack on BAPS Hindu temple in Sydney
May 12, 2023 by ·
MP Julian Leeser condemns attack on BAPS Hindu temple in Sydney. Related Images:
Local MP Andrew Charlton condemns Hindu temple vandalization in Sydney and helps clean up
May 11, 2023 by ·
MP Andrew Charlton has condemned vandalization of BAPS Hindu temple in Sydney. He is helping clean up with BAPS volunteers. Thanks for your support and your Kar-Sewa (selfless service to […]
Steve Kamper NSW Minister for Multicultural condemns vandalization of Hindu BAPS temple in Sydney
May 7, 2023 by ·
Everyone has the right to practice their faith free from fear and intimidation. That’s why the vandalism of the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Sydney in Rosehill must be condemned. And I […]
NSW LABOR COMMITS $200,000 TO THE SHREE RAM KRISHNA TEMPLE
March 20, 2023 by ·
An elected NSW Labor Government will provide $200,000 to the Shree Ram Krishna Temple in Austral. The funding will be used by the temple community to undertake important upgrades and […]
Hindu Council welcomes Labor’s commitment to a Hindu centre
March 18, 2023 by ·
NSW’s Labor party has promised to provide $3.75 million towards the establishment of a Hindu Cultural and Education Centre – a home for Hindus in Sydney if they form the […]
NSW LABOR COMMITS $3.75 MILLION TOWARDS A HOME FOR HINDUS IN SYDNEY
March 18, 2023 by ·
NSW LABOR COMMITS $3.75 MILLION TOWARDS A HOME FOR HINDUS IN SYDNEY A NSW Labor Government will provide $3.75 million towards the establishment of a Hindu Cultural and Education […]
NSW Labor commits $3.75 million to establish Hindu Cultural and Education Centre in Sydney
March 18, 2023 by ·
NSW’s Labor party has promised to provide $3.75 million towards the establishment of a Hindu Cultural and Education Centre – a home for Hindus in Sydney if they form the […]
Hindu defenders – Daniel Mookhey Labor candidate for Upper House
March 9, 2023 by ·
(Nitin) Daniel Mookhey, the only Hindu in NSW Upper House had taken his oath on Bhagwat Gita and his father was one of the founders of the first Hindu temple […]
Hindu defenders – Hugh McDermott Labor candidate from Prospect
March 9, 2023 by ·
Hugh McDermott is a Labor candidate from the seat of Prospect in NSW. Hugh had defended Hindus in the NSW state Parliament when Mr David Shoebridge of the Greens Party […]
NSW Parliamentarians who stood up for Hindus in 2021 attack by the Greens
March 2, 2023 by ·
In 2021, a Greens party member of the NSW Parliament accused VHP, a Hindu not-for-profit organization of being an extremist organization. Mr. Shoebridge’s allegations were denied by the Police and […]
Joint Statement from the Premier of NSW, the Hon. Dominic Perrottet MP and Minister for Multiculturalism, the Hon. Mark Coure MP
February 23, 2023 by ·
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CATHY FREEMAN PARK TO BE TRANSFORMED INTO LIVE SITE FOR FIRST TWO TESTS OF INDIA-AUSTRALIA CRICKET SERIES
February 7, 2023 by ·
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Carer Gateway, a free Australia wide service
December 6, 2022 by ·
It is important that carers have access to a range of supports and services that can help them manage tough times. Your organisation has been identified as possibly providing support […]
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 […]
Press Release by Jewish Board of Deputies
August 12, 2022 by ·
The NSW Government yesterday banned the public display of Nazi symbols without a reasonable excuse, with unanimous support from the Upper House. This was a historic day for New South […]
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 […]
NSW/ACT Business Industry and Regional Outreach-free online Skilled visa information sessions-August
August 9, 2022 by ·
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Chaplain Service ADF- VHP AUSTRALIA
July 12, 2022 by ·
Vishva Hindu Parishad of Australia is currently accepting applications from Australian citizens who we can nominate as a Hindu Chaplain in the Australian Defence Force (Army, Air Force and Navy). […]
Swastika: All you need to know about the new Bill passed by the Victorian Government
June 25, 2022 by ·
Nazi Symbol Public Display Prohibition Bill Victoria – All You Need to Know Background The Victorian Government has just passed Summary Offences Amendment (Nazi Symbol Prohibition) Bill 2022. This amendment […]
Progress on teaching Religious Education in Victoria
May 31, 2022 by ·
A meeting was held today between representatives of VCAA of the education department and GRE Education Multi-faith collaboration team. The meeting was attended by Hindus, Christians, Muslims, Jews and some […]
Hindus meet Shadow Education Minister for SRE and GRE
May 25, 2022 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia and other faith SRE providers met with Prue Car, Member of the NSW Legislative Assembly, Member for Londonderry, Deputy Leader of the Opposition, […]
Congratulations The Honorable Prime Minister Mr Anthony Albanese
May 25, 2022 by ·
The Honorable Prime Minister Mr Anthony Albanese On Behalf of 700,000 Australian Hindus, the Hindu Council of Australia congratulates you on becoming the 31st Prime Minister of Australia. We support […]
Revesby Gurudwara denies authorship of letter vilifying Hindus
May 21, 2022 by ·
By: AHA. Revesby Gurudwara denies authorship of letter vilifying Hindus; police complaint to be made. Revesby Gurudwara denies authorship of letter vilifying Hindus; police complaint to be made. Letter was […]
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 […]
Statement following Meet and Greet with Political Parties
May 19, 2022 by ·
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PM announces $250,000 for Karma Kitchen
May 17, 2022 by ·
PM announces $250,000 for Karma Kitchen. HCAKKGrantPresso-v1 Related Images:
Albanese government to provide $6.1 mil to Sri Om foundation for Aged Care
May 17, 2022 by ·
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Regarding Euthanasia
May 16, 2022 by ·
Leaders of faith communities in NSW have been asked to express their position to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2021. While major faiths of Australia unequivocally reject euthanasia and assisted […]
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:
Watch Q and A session with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison
May 15, 2022 by ·
Q and A session with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison 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 […]
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:
Faith communities meet ALP and ask for a Religious Affairs Council as a part of a Ministerial Portfolio
April 8, 2022 by ·
Faith representatives from major faiths including Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism and Hinduism met NSW state ALP leadership to discuss common matters that are important to all faiths. The issues taken […]
MP Julian Leeser and AG respond to Hindu concerns on Religious Bill
February 17, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia had raised its concerns regarding Religious Discrimination Bill with MP Julian Leeser. Mr Leeser arranged a meeting with the Attorney General (AG) office and it was […]
Minister Alex Hawke and PM office provide an easy to understand primer on Religious Bill
February 17, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia had made a representation to PM’s office and to Minister for Multiculturalism Mr. Alex Hawke’s office and had raised concerns of Hindu community with the new […]
Hindus thank Government for Safer Communities Grants
February 16, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia thanks the government for recognizing the need for safety for the Indian and Hindu places of religious worship. Many of these places of worship have been […]
Leader of opposition Mr Anthony Albanese addresses Hindu concerns on Religious Bill
February 12, 2022 by ·
PRESS RELEASE Religious Discrimination Bill Date : 12th February, 2022 Hindu Council supports a Religious Bill that helps preserve Hinduness of our temples, schools, religious institutions and saves them from […]
Are you stranded in Australia and want to return home
February 10, 2022 by ·
If you are stranded in Australia and do not have the means to return home, Assisted Returns Program can help you get back to your country and then ensure that […]
Press Release – Religious Discrimination Bill – 9th February, 2022
February 9, 2022 by ·
Press Release Religious Discrimination Bill Hindu Council of Australia understands the main purpose of the Religious Discrimination Bill and is in agreement with Government in principal and supports the bill. […]
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of the Religious Bill
February 9, 2022 by ·
Federal Parliament is debating a Religious Bill that will profoundly affect Australian Hindus in some good ways and some not so good ways. Here is a run down. GOOD aspects […]
Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Legislation Committee inquiry into the religious discrimination bills
January 20, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council has given a witness to the Senate estimates committee about the proposed Religious Discrimination Bill. The main issues that were raised by Hindu Council were about the expression […]
Hindu Council stands with Australian Jews against discriminatory and hate filled campaign of BDS
January 15, 2022 by ·
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. The world is full of conflict. Whether it is in Afghanistan where every woman seems to be in trouble or it […]
Crimes Amendment (Display of Nazi Symbols) Bill 2021 (NSW)
January 12, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia (HCA) has made a submission in order to support the ban of the display of Nazi symbols while ensuring that the display of symbols of religion […]
No place for message of Intolerance
January 12, 2022 by ·
The Hindu faith and community has a rich artistic history. Hindu spirituality is expressed in many ways, including dance, drama, painting, architecture, sculpture and music. As a community, we embrace […]
Religious freedom Bill
November 27, 2021 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia has made representations to both major political parties about the concerns of Hindus. We have expressed following concerns : 1. The bill will reduce freedom of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hindu Council supports the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (NSW).
October 23, 2021 by ·
Modern slavery act was passed by NSW Parliament and is awaiting proclamation. The act is meant to stop slavery used in Australian supply chains. ‘The NSW Act requires all […]
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 […]
HAF asks Office of Civil Rights to investigate Univ. of Pennsylvania’s role in Hinduphobic conference
October 11, 2021 by ·
Sponsoring Dismantling Global Hindutva event may have violated Hindu students’ rights under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 In a historic first for the Hindu American community, […]
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 […]
HCA Victoria Media Statement on Swastika
September 24, 2021 by ·
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No to Vaccination passport for entry to a temple
September 15, 2021 by ·
By: Hindu Council of Australia. Temples should not be required to police their congregation for vaccination certificates. That is a job for the Police. Religious services should not be selective […]
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 […]
Ambulance fee exemption for COVID
September 2, 2021 by ·
COVID-19 Exemptions Any patient who receives an invoice from NSW Ambulance and their reason for treatment and/or transport is related to COVID-19, will be exempt from paying the invoice. The […]
MESSAGE FOR THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDIAN INDEPENDENCE – MINISTER FOR IMMIGRATION
August 13, 2021 by ·
THE HON ALEX HAWKE MP MINISTER FOR IMMIGRATION, CITIZENSHIP, MIGRANT SERVICES AND MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS MESSAGE FOR INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY 2021 I send my warmest wishes to members of the Indian-Australian […]
INDIA INDEPENDENCE DAY 2021 – Australian Prime Minister
August 13, 2021 by ·
MESSAGE FROM THE PRIME MINISTER INDIA INDEPENDENCE DAY 2021 I send my warmest greetings to the people of India, and their friends and family in Australia, on the occasion of […]
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 […]
Hindu priests can go perform tervi (13th day memorial) at clients home in NSW during lockdown
July 31, 2021 by ·
I was approached by a number of Hindu priests enquiring if they can go to a clients home to perform puja and other rituals after a death in the family. […]
Grants of between $5,000 and $12,000 to help temples buy solar panels, storage batteries, LED lighting and new air conditioners
July 15, 2021 by ·
A message from federal MP David Smith. Please use this grant to improve energy efficiency of your temple. The grant closes this Sunday. Surinder Jain. By: David Smith MP. I […]
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 […]
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 […]
Stop insulting Hindu icons
May 13, 2021 by ·
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NSW Labor Leader Jodi McKay MP’s Private Members Statement regarding the current India travel ban
May 12, 2021 by ·
By: Jodi McKay, MP, NSW LABOR LEADER There are 173 Australian children stranded in India without their parents. Australian citizens have been told they face fines of up to $66,000 […]
LABOR MOTION CALLS FOR MORE HELP TO AUSSIES IN INDIA
May 12, 2021 by ·
MEDIA RELEASE BY LABOR SENATOR KRISTINA KENEALLY DEPUTY LABOR LEADER IN THE SENATE SHADOW MINISTER FOR GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY SENATOR FOR NEW SOUTH WALES MICHELLE ROWLAND MP SHADOW MINISTER FOR COMMUNICATIONS […]
VHP SANSKRIT SCHOOL – Dr GEOFF LEE
May 11, 2021 by ·
Dr GEOFF LEE (Parramatta—Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education, and Minister for Sport, Multiculturalism, Seniors and Veterans) (15:29): I recognise the great work of the VHP Sanskrit School in New […]
Minister Alex Hawke’s message to the Indian community
May 7, 2021 by ·
A message from the Hon Alex Hawke MP, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services, and Multicultural Affairs. I want to personally thank you on behalf of the Government for […]
Labor’s Daniel Mookhey opposes Greens vilification of Hindus in NSW Upper House
May 7, 2021 by ·
You may be aware that a Greens party member of NSW Parliament had recently accused VHP, a Hindu not-for-profit organization of being an extremist organization. Mr Shoebridge’s allegation has been […]
Mark Latham calls out Greens parties vilifications of Hindus in Australia
May 7, 2021 by ·
A Greens party member of NSW Parliament had recently accused VHP, a Hindu not-for-profit organization of being an extremist organization. Mr Shoebridge’s allegation has been denied by the Police and […]
Repeal the draconian criminal conviction and fine for Australian Citizens
May 4, 2021 by ·
Media Release – Repeal draconian criminal law for returning Australians from India Related Images:
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 […]
The Hon Ros Spence, Minister of Multicultarism, Victoria
December 27, 2020 by ·
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Lobbying to ease Covid restrictions for Temples
December 1, 2020 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia has been working with other faith organizations to ask NSW government to ease restrictions on religious activities in the state in line with […]
Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association in Granville
October 15, 2020 by ·
By: Gurpreet Kaur. My name is Gurpreet Kaur and I am one of the community connector project officers in Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association in Granville. In this project I am […]
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 phobic USCIRF, Breaking India Forces
May 10, 2020 by ·
By: Shashi Holla, Perth, Western Australia. No government after independence was so bold, decisive and out of the box in their approach when the Indian government cleared a bill on […]
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. […]
