By: Devender Jain. The News Item published in Pakistani paper Dawn on 7/8/20, refers:https://www.dawn.com/news/1572980 Basically, it welcomes a motion tabled in New South Wales Parliament of Australia, expressing concern over human rights violations and calling for respect to the right to self-determination of Kashmiri people. I wish to throw some light on the above […]
Lighting a diya (ghee lamp)
August 3, 2020 by ·
Jai Shree Ram Hindu community made many sacrifices and put up a sustained peaceful struggle for over 492 years against invaders, to establish their rights to reconstruct Sree Ram Mandir, at the His birthplace in Ayodhya. This is a joyous occasion for the entire Hindu community across the world as this signifies the Triumph of […]
Hindus halt bill calling our swastika a hate symbol
July 31, 2020 by ·
New York State just tried and failed to get all swastikas declared hate symbols. Even though the world’s billion-plus Hindus, Jains, and Buddhist see the swastika as a symbol of good luck and positivity, lawmakers in New York State this past week tried to pass a bill that would require educators to teach the swastika […]
Hindus make masks for Australian Community
June 8, 2020 by ·
By: Sai Paravastu. masks are quite essential in the fight against #COVID, they play a crucial role in avoiding community spread. There was a huge shortage of masks in the early days. Seeing this need our volunteers from Hindu Swayam Sevaks in Queensland have taken an early initiative of stiching and distributing masks to taxi […]
Maha Shivratri by Hindu Chaplains at Sydney Uni
February 9, 2020 by ·
Hindu Chaplaincy at University of Sydney with the support of Hindu Council of Australia is organizing Shiv Ratri. THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Multifaith Chaplaincy Storie Dixson Wing, Darlington Campus Dear Friends, The festival of Maha Shivaratri will be observed for the first time on-campus at Sydney University as per the program below. It is with […]
Hare Krishna Fund Raising
February 9, 2020 by ·
You are invited to A TranscenDANCE Extravaganza Hare Krishna Dear devotees, Thank you for your ongoing support for building a new temple for Sri Sri Radha Govinda.As our valued supporter, we would like to invite you and your family to a special dinner and information night for the new temple project known as the Hare Krishna […]
Spiritual retreat at Darama
January 5, 2020 by ·
Spiritual retreat at Darama. Please see details in the flyer attached.
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 […]
Meditation Retreat on 17 November
November 4, 2019 by ·
Meditation Retreat on 17 November at Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Road, Croydon NSW 2132
Vijaydashmi Utsav celebration Sydney Mahanagar
October 23, 2019 by ·
By: Manjunath. Please join us for Vijaydashmi Utsav celebration Sydney Mahanagar.
Vibrant Festivals Celebrating The Birth of Sri Krishna
October 17, 2019 by ·
National Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations 2019 Every year the Australian School of Meditation & Yoga celebrates the most auspicious day of the year – Sri Krishna Janmashtami – with colourful, devotional festivities held across the country. Growing in size every year, Sri Krishna Janmashtami saw communities in Brisbane, Sydney, Gold Coast, Adelaide, Melbourne & Darwin […]
Pujya Grudevshri Rakeshbhai is visiting Sydney this October long weekend
September 30, 2019 by ·
Propounding the path of Bhagwan Mahavir and ardent devotee of Shrimad Rajchandraji (19th century Saint, poet, philosopher and spiritual mentor of Mahatma Gandhi); Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai is a spiritual luminary and modern-day mystic. He has illuminated thousands of lives across the globe with life-changing messages and self-less community & humanitarian services. Pujya Grudevshri Rakeshbhai is […]
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 42 Campbell Street Parramatta, New South Wales 2150 Australia
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 share with you. ISKCON Sydney has been successful in it’s application for the ‘My Community Project’ grant of $200,000. As yo would be aware that […]
FREE Evening of Wisdom, Music, Meditation with Swami Sadyojathah
August 21, 2019 by ·
This one-off evening is an opportunity for you to be in the divine presence of a world renowned yogi. The evening will provide a unique combination of deep spiritual knowledge, an opportunity to ask Swamiji any burning questions, music (Sanskrit chants) followed by an easy meditation that will leave you inspired, calm and connected. What […]
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 5 Figtree Dr, Olympic Park NSW 2127
Yoga Day Festival – United Nations 5th Annual International Yoga Day 2019
August 9, 2019 by ·
By: Janina Stokes, Yoga Teacher at asmy.org.au Rapidly growing in size every year, the iconic Australia wide Yoga Day Festival was wildly successful, engaging and fun. Bringing the community together for the United Nations International Day of Yoga, Yoga Day Festival was bigger and better than ever! Hosted by the Australian School of Meditation & […]
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 time of worldwide jubilant celebrations to mark the birthday of Sri Krishna. These festivities can continue for weeks at a time, such is the enthusiasm […]
JANMASHTAMI BAPS Adelaide
August 7, 2019 by ·
A cultural program celebrating the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Shri Krishna featuring kirtans, spiritual discourses and dance performance by children and yout of BAPS followed by Maha Prasad
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 friends to grace the occasion and attend this FREE event. Mahmahopadhyay Bhadreshdas Swamiji has received numerous accolades and recognition for his significant contribution to Hinduism […]
SRI KRISHNA JANMASTAMI CELEBRATION!
July 25, 2019 by ·
ISKCON HARE KRISHNA COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTRE INVITES EVERYONE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SRI KRISHNA JANMASTAMI CELEBRATION! FREE ENTRY! PROGRAM BHAJAN, GURU PUJA, ABHISHEKAM, ARCHANA, ARATI & CAKE
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 lives and take their destiny into their hands. This is an opportunity to be with Sadhguru for the first time in Sydney. This event offers […]
Pan-Australia Happiness Program with Sri Sri
July 11, 2019 by ·
An Exclusive Happiness Program which features a live online session with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living and Sudarshan Kriya breathing technique The Happiness Course is … > A 4 session, in person, immersive course. > 15 hours spread over 4 consecutive days (Thurs & Fri night and Sat & Sun […]
The most sought after multicultural event is back – Navrang!
June 29, 2019 by ·
Author: Asheish Gupta, Sri Mandir. NAVRANG 7th July 2019, 3 PM to 6 PM The Ponds High School, 180 Riverbank Drive , The Ponds NSW 2769 It is organised by the first Hindu Temple in Sydney, Sri Mandir, with an aim of acknowledging the rich heritage and culture all around us. As the evening will […]
Katha & Kirtan by Brij Balika Shree ji from Barsana, Bharat
June 26, 2019 by ·
Katha & Kirtan by Shree ji from Maan Mandir, Barsana on Saturday 6 July 2019 from 5.00-8.00 PM at HTCC Canberra. Sadhvi Shree ji is brought up under the guidance of a great saint Shri Ramesh baba ji Maharaj, founder of Mata ji Goshala and Maan Mandir Seva Trust in Barsana. Mata ji Goshala is […]
Articles by Sri Shuddhaanandaa Brahmachari
June 14, 2019 by ·
When we live a soul-centered life we become a happy person, for to be with the spirit is to be in peace and contentment. If we live a materially engrossed life, we face the storms of life without an anchor. Our spiritual being, or soul, is the anchor. Only a spiritually awakened person can discriminate […]
Articles by Sri Shuddhaanandaa Brahmachari – Life Is an Opportunity! Don’t Miss It!
June 13, 2019 by ·
Bodhi Shuddhaanandaa (Formerly Shuddhaanandaa Brahmachari) It is one thing to be happy when our expectations are fulfilled. But how do we sustain it? Can we keep the externals in our control all the time? Can we overcome the internal loop of anxieties and worries as we wish? How do we sustain happiness? Only when we […]
Rathayatra – Festival of Chariots
June 12, 2019 by ·
Everyone is Invited to the Rathayatra – Festival of Chariots. Ratha Yatra, is a procession of Lord Krishna in his form of Jagannatha, Lord of the Universe. The Festival includes street parade, Cultural Show and delicious Free Vegetarian feast in Liverpool. The decorated chariots of Jagannatha will roll down the main streets of Liverpool and […]
Divine Life Society of Australia – Spiritual & Yoga Insights – Canberra
June 7, 2019 by ·
Free Discourses & a unique opportunity to share the Spiritual, Yoga insights” of His Holiness Sri Swami Yogaswarupananda of Divine Life Society, Rishikesh, India.
Divine Life Society of Australia – Spiritual & Yoga Insights – Brisbane
June 7, 2019 by ·
Free Discourses and a unique opportunity to Share the spiritual & Yoga insights” of His Holiness Sri Swami Yogaswarupananda ji, Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. Events scheduled from 23rd June to 27th June, Brisbane. Refer to attached flyer for details.
Inner Engineering with Sadhguru July 27-28 Melbourne
May 31, 2019 by ·
Sadhguru is coming back to Australia after a span of 7 years. There is a rare opportunity to learn a life transforming practice directly from him. You are invited to a unique opportunity to engineer an inner transformation that deepens the very way you perceive life, your work, and the world you inhabit. Created and […]
Sewa empowering community to crack their job in Australia
May 22, 2019 by ·
Crack your first job in Australia.
Divine Life Society of Australia – Swami Yogaswarupananda ji’s visit to Australia
May 22, 2019 by ·
Mark these dates (29th May to 9th July) and don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of Special Satsangs, Yoga programs & Public Talks. Swami Yogaswarupananda Ji, Vice-President Divine Life Society, Rishikesh, is visiting Sydney from 29th May to 9th of July. On this occasion, Divine Life Society of Australia is organising a […]
Sewa International sponsoring school bags for poor in Karnataka
April 19, 2019 by ·
By: Rajesh. Sewa International. Sewa International, a member organization of Hindu Council of Australia, has been sponsoring poor children from rural areas of Karnataka by sponsoring school bags with all stationery for an year. Our target is 500 kits and we have raised about 74 kits. We still need 426 kits yet to be sponsored […]
Sree Jalaram Bapa Temple WA Bhumi Puja 8-9th June
April 11, 2019 by ·
With blessings from Pujya Shree Jalaram Bapa, we would like to inform you all that we will be commencing with the Bhumi Pujan (ground breaking) ceremony of our much awaited Mandir & Community Centre on the weekend of the 8th & 9th of June 2019. We will be sending out more details once we finalize […]
ISKCON Bhoomi Puja ( Ground Breaking Ceremony)
April 9, 2019 by ·
By: Mona Swarup, Krishna Devotee. The grassland site at 217 Windsor Road, Vineyard was buzzing with activity since 8.00am on Sunday 31st March 2019. A team of enthusiastic devotees added final touches to the Bhumi Puja celebrations that were to commence in couple of hours. A huge white marquee was set up with chairs […]
Divine evening with Swami Ji
March 28, 2019 by ·
Divine evening with Swami Ji, April 13, 2019 – 6:00 pm, CherrybrookDear Friends, Namaskar! It is our pleasure to invite you with your family and friends to join us to a Divine Evening with Sri Shuddhaanandaa Brahmachari. Please refer to the attached invitation and do not hesitate to contact me at any time by email […]
Parmahansa Yogananda kriya Yoga in Sydney
March 22, 2019 by ·
Register below for this FREE Lecture and Guided Meditation by Sydney Centre of Self-Realization Fellowship Free – Register by clicking here Event Information Introducing the Kriya Yoga meditation practices of Paramahansa Yogananda, followed by a reception. About this Event We welcome Brother Devananda, a monk of the Self-Realization Fellowship Order (SRF), back […]
Hare Krishna Community and Cultural Centre coming up
March 9, 2019 by ·
His Divine Grace A C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (Founder Acharya: International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Hare Krishna Community and Cultural Centre coming up! The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), more popularly known as the “Hare Krishnas”, has announced a new temple and cultural centre to be built in Vineyard (near Windsor), approximately 50 km […]
Perth Jalaram Temple Update
March 8, 2019 by ·
PROJECT UPDATE SHREE JALARAM SANATAN MANDIR & COMMUNITY CENTRE. JAI JALARAM, We are delighted to write to you about our temple and community centre project. With the blessings of Pujya Shree Jalaram Bapa, Shree Jalaram Mandal WA (Inc) of Perth, Western Australia (herein after referred to as SJMWA), is honored to let you […]
Building a new temple based on Agama Sastra in Gungahlin District, Canberra
February 25, 2019 by ·
By: Dr Krishna Nadimpalli, Hindu Canberra Mandir. The Canberra Hindu Mandir (CHM) follows agama shastra architecture under the guidance of Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Tirupati, India. CHM has been registered in 2014 to provide a place of worship for the Hindu practicing residents of Gungahlin region in Canberra. Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has offered 6000 sq.m […]
Veerashaivas Community of Australia pays respects to Siddhaganga Swamiji.
February 17, 2019 by ·
By: Vijayakumar Halagali. Memorial service and Prayer meeting was organized by the Veerashaiva Samaja of Asia Pacific Inc. (VSAP) at Sri Sai Mandir Hall, Regents Park(Sydney), Australia. This event was organized to facilitate an opportunity to the local Veerashaiva community to pay last respects to most respected and worshipped Swamiji as the “Walking God”. This […]
Hindu Council writes to Archbishop of Perth about Nose Stud
February 13, 2019 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia writes to the Principal of Aranmore Catholic College and Archbishop Perth to recognize Nose Piercing and Bindi as acceptable Hindu religious symbols in Catholic schools. Hindu Council has expressed its willingness to work with the school and others to resolve the issue resulting from ignorance i.e. lack of knowledge about Hindu […]
Learn Sri Bhagwadgita via Whatsapp tele-bridged sessions by JET
February 8, 2019 by ·
By: Sai Paravastu. Jeeyar Education Trust (JET) is organising tele-bridged sessions to learn Sri Bhagwadgita https://chat.whatsapp.com/2la4exnD2EGI4ftBVNtdXB Collaboration will be via WhatsApp. Please spread this message to anyone Interested to learn. No age limit and no fees. Please take advantage of this program which is starting this week for next 35 weeks. More information […]
Community Care Workers Wanted at Sri Om Care
January 18, 2019 by ·
Community Care Workers Wanted at Sri Om Care Applications open until: Until further notice State: NSW Location: Sydney Metro Type of employment: Community Care Sri Om Care has a brand new service for Community Care Workers with experience being able to make a difference in someone’s daily life. Provide care and support our clients in a job where your […]
ASMY Donates to help Regents Park Mandir rebuild after vandalism
December 4, 2018 by ·
By : Madya Lila. Mark Orwin from the Australian School of Meditation & Yoga recently visited Regents Park Mandir to present the devotees with the holy scriptures Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam by AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. He also offered a donation of a thousand dollars on behalf of ASMY to Indrajit Rai, President […]
Hindu temples issue an appeal for Drought relief
August 17, 2018 by ·
Sri Venkateswara Temple, Helensburgh has issued an appeal to all devotees to donate and help Australian farmers suffering from unprecedented drought conditions on their farms.
First Jalaram Mandir & Community Centre in Australia (Perth)
August 10, 2018 by ·
With the blessings of Pujya Shree Jalaram Bapa, SJMWA (Shree Jalaram Mandal WA (Inc.))is delighted to let you know that we have received the revised development approval from the City Of Wanneroo for the construction of our very first Jalaram Mandir & Community Centre in Australia (Perth, Western Australia). What does this mean – […]
Jalaram Bapa a saint from Virpur
July 23, 2018 by ·
A once mighty civilization that India was, it continues to produce men and women of exceptional abilities from time to time and from place to place. The land of Punjab is Vir Bhumi, land of Kerala is Punuruthana Bhumi, land of UP and Utrakhand is Dev Bhumi, land of Bengal is Reform Bhumi, land of […]
Yoga day at Gold Coast By ASMY
July 4, 2018 by ·
By: Samantha Doyle, ASMY, Gold Coast. The Spirit of Yoga Shines at Yoga Day Festival YOGA DAY FESTIVAL | www.yogadayfestival.com.au | asmy.org.au The sun was rising over the crystal clear Gold Coast ocean as enthusiastic volunteers began setting up the first of a relay of festivals taking place across the nation. There were tepees, brightly […]
Darwin revels in music and Yoga for four days
June 28, 2018 by ·
B: Kalindi,ASMY The popular kirtan band, Ashraya, were invited to Darwin to be part of the festivities to celebrate International Day of Yoga. Over 4 nights, they brought peace and joy to the Darwin yoga and Hindu communities through the power of kirtan. The first night (Thursday 21st June) of kirtan was at […]
Hindu Council welcomes ISKCON Gauranga Prabhu
June 26, 2018 by ·
Gauranga Prabhu, disciple of H.H.Radhanath Swami Maharaja Graduated from IIT Bombay in 1993, his interest in Krishna Consciousness dawned during his college days.He moved in as a full time preacher at ISKCON Chowpatty. ISKCON is a member of Hindu Council of Australia. Mr Prabhu visited Sydney on 23rd June 2018 and held a special dinner […]
Team building exercise by Hindu Council
April 7, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council team had a one day workshop at Swami Narayan Temple today. About 35 office bearers and volunteers attended the meet. The day started with a sumptuous breakfast followed by some team building and mind games. It was followed by presentations and group discussions.
Hindu Council chapter in Victoria hosts Sri M’s discourse
March 28, 2018 by ·
By : Makarand Bhagwat Hindu Council of Australia’s Victoria chapter organised a spiritual discourse by Sri M on 18th March, which also happened to be the Hindu new year. The event was jointly organised by Victoria Chapter and Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Melbourne (HSS). Seva International, Melbourne, Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) Australia, Melbourne and Kerala […]
Hindu Council honours BAPS Swami Maharaj
March 4, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia presented a Certificate of Honour to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj of BAPS Swaminarayan the sixth spiritual successor in Swaminarayan lineage of Gunatait Gurus on this special Vicharan to Australasia, in Sydney on 3rd March 2018. The certificate was presented to His Holiness by the directors of Hindu Council of Australia […]
NSW Govt gets serious about Religious education
February 28, 2018 by ·
NSW state government had ordered a review of Special Religious Education(SRE) in 2015 and the report was received in 2017. Hindu scriptures are taught to students in schools by VHP and Chinmaya Mission under this special scheme. As a part of implementing many of these recommendations, an All Faith SRE (AFSRE) committee was formed. This […]
Vic Govt funds $160,000 for Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple
February 19, 2018 by ·
Australia’s Victorian State Government announced that it will provide more than $160,000 to the Hindu Society of Victoria to upgrade its Cultural and Heritage Centre, also known as the Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple. Consecrated in 1994, the Society’s spiritual and cultural precinct, the Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple, is now largest Hindu temple […]
Chaplaincy Information session
February 4, 2018 by ·
An information session for prospective Chaplains was organized by Hindu Council and Global Organization for Divinity (G.O.D) at the later’s temple today. It was attended by about 20 people. A couple of speakers from G.O.D introduced the idea of a Hindu chaplain and explained what a chaplain does and what a Chaplain does not do. […]
Bratabandha ceremony by Napalese Hindus 4th March
January 30, 2018 by ·
Nepalese Hindu Society of Australia is organising a mass bratabandha ceremony for the very first time in Sydney on 4th March 2018. The aim of the ceremony is to perform bratabandha on 51 batuks on a collective manner. Click here if you would like to register your child http://click.mlsend3.com/link/c/YT04MDYxNDUxOTMwMzkzNjcxNjkmYz1uOWk5JmU9MTkyOCZiPTE0OTk0MDUyMiZkPXEyeTRnMmY=.bt-6OMz0idsLUkv–t6ro0OXz7-4-j-sdeXCDZE2S44
National Interfaith Peace Conference 2018 Toowoomba
January 30, 2018 by ·
National Interfaith Peace Conference 2018 will be held in Toowoomba on the 9th – 10th March. Mr Surendra Prasad, Director Hindu Council Madya Lila, National executive member and Radha Krishna Das will represent Hinduism.
Hindu Chaplaincy Information Session 4th February
January 25, 2018 by ·
