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Condemnation – Desecration of War Memorial
July 1, 2024 by ·
Press Release Condemnation – Desecration of War Memorial Hindu council of Australia expresses its pain on learning that a war memorial in Canberra has been desecrated with grafiti. We […]
Hindu Community meets NSW Premier
May 31, 2024 by ·
The Hindu Council of Australia has set up our first one-on-one meeting of some Hindu leaders with the Premier of New South Wales, Hon Chris Minns. It was an opportunity […]
Mother Nature, Mother Godess, Mother India, the importance of the mother in Hindu culture
May 9, 2024 by ·
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Immigration of religious workers discussed with the Minister
April 18, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. A discussion was held between religious leaders and the immigration minister to simplify and streamline visas for priests and monks. The main issues on board are : […]
We condemn the act of Terrorism against Bishop Emmanuel
April 16, 2024 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia strongly condemns the stabbing attack by a terrorist against Bishop Emmanuel and Father Royel yesterday while a sermon was being given during a service at the […]
Vaisakhi Hindu Festival
April 10, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Vaisakhi (also spelled Baisakhi) is a Hindu festival and will be celebrated on April 14, 2023. Vaisakhi marks the solar new year according to the Hindu Vikram […]
Ugadi Hindu festival
April 10, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Ugadi is a major Hindu festival celebrated in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka to mark the beginning of the new Hindu lunar year. […]
Gudi Padwa Hindu Festival
April 10, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Gudi Padwa is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India, particularly in Maharashtra, to mark the beginning of the New Year according to the Hindu calendar. The […]
Chaitra Sukhladi Hindu festival
April 10, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Chaitra Sukhladi is a significant Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the traditional New Year and the harvest season. It is celebrated on the first day […]
Hindus in Parramatta need these religious spaces
April 8, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia has prepared a list of city infra-structure that is needed by Hindus to perform their rituals and to celebrate their festivals. This list […]
Fighting for Justice for Swastika’s ban by Uber
April 4, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. A Fiji Hindu mom is being denied Uber services because her first name is Swastika. She had approached Hindu Council for help. Hindu council took up the […]
Hindu Council asks Federal Coalition to provide protection from Religious Coercion
March 27, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia along with other faith leaders have met federal opposition leader with his legal team and have asked to provide protection to Hindus from […]
Hindu Council is Thank full for keeping Hindus safe in Australia
March 7, 2024 by ·
Hindus all over the world have celebrated 22nd January inauguration of a new Ram Lalla temple. Every Hindu temple in Australia held special prayers on the occassion. Hindu Council of […]
Voluntary Assisted Dying and Hindu Council of Australia
February 23, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Voluntary assisted dying schemes have been in effect in the following states; -Victoria since 19 June 2019, -Western Australia since 1 July 2021, -Tasmania since 23 October […]
Webinar – Protest against bias coverage of Australian media on Ram Janmabhumi Sunday 4th February 8-9pm
February 1, 2024 by ·
Hindus were enraged by the biased media coverage by Australian Television including ABC. After the sacred Pran Pratishta, there has been a barrage of derogatory articles across media houses that […]
SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION & TAX DEDUCTIBLE GIVING TO SCHOOL BUILDING FUNDS ARE BOTH UNDER THREAT
January 15, 2024 by ·
The deductible gift recipient (DGR) system in Australia allows certain charitable organisations to offer tax deductible donations to their donors. This tax deductablity of donations has been (rightly) used by […]
Hindu Council Opposes abolition of Tax exemption for donations to build Hindu schools
January 12, 2024 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia has made a passionate in person submission to the Productivity Commission that tax exemptions for donations made to build faith schools should not be removed. Hindu […]
New National Team of Hindu Council of Australia
December 27, 2023 by ·
The Hindu Council of Australia has elected a new national team after the end of the 3 year term of the current team. Below are the names of the new […]
Deepavali 2023
November 22, 2023 by ·
Deepavali, the festival of lights is the largest festival in India and worldwide. Hindus primarily celebrate Deepavali but other religions like Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs also celebrate it. Other religions […]
Say NO to Anti-Semitism – Sign your support
November 11, 2023 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia says no to Anti-semitism. We pledge our support for an Australia where all citizens are treated with respect, inclusivity and dignity. Vaisudev Kutambkam (World is one […]
Call upon Hindus to Join – Set Them Free Solidarity Vigil
November 9, 2023 by ·
Fourteen hundred innocent human beings including at least ten Hindus (https://hinducouncil.com.au/new/hammas-killed-10-hindu-students-from-nepal-on-7th-october-2023/) have been brutally tortured, raped, killed or abducted by Hamas terrorists in Israel on 7th October 2023. Ten Nepali […]
Landscape of Hindu Education in Australia – 2023
November 6, 2023 by ·
Hindu studies by Hindu community Hindus have arrived in large numbers very recently in Australia. There are about one million Hindus in Australia mainly coming from Indian, Fiji, Nepal and […]
Streets of Colour: A Powerful Film about banning Nazi symbols Gains Recognition and Nominations
October 16, 2023 by ·
The story of racism and its impact has been told by a film “Streets of Colour”. It led to the enactment of the Crimes Amendment (Nazi Symbols and Salutes) Bill […]
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 […]
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 […]
Paada Yatra, 30th Septmber 2023
September 6, 2023 by ·
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Hindu Council thanks federal government for Temple safety grant
May 17, 2023 by ·
Date : 17th May 2023 MEDIA RELEASE The Albanese Government and the Attorney General The Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP have announced a $40 million grant to help protect […]
Prime Minister’s stand on attacks on Religious Buildings
May 7, 2023 by ·
Prime Minster Anthony Albanese’s stand on attacks on Religious Buildings. “Australia wont tolerate any extreme actions and attacks that took place on religious buildings, and there is no place for […]
FESTIVALS: AKSHAYA TRITIYA: Akshaya Tritiya (22 April this year)
April 18, 2023 by ·
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, […]
Participation in ANU Religious Conference
April 16, 2023 by ·
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 […]
1st Paada Yatra for 2023 is on 7th April
March 9, 2023 by ·
Join Paada Yatra on 7th April 2023. Celebrate our age-old traditions and take them forward to the younger generation to practice Sanatana Dharma. HCA started this walk in 2012 t […]
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 […]
Indian short film Namaste Yoga has been selected to screen at Maoriland Film Festival
February 13, 2023 by ·
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The Indo-Israel Center of Excellence
January 26, 2023 by ·
The Indo-Israel Center of Excellence will provide leadership, best practices, research and training for growing semi-arid agricultural crops. Related Images:
High Commission of India strongly condemns the vandalisation of three Hindu temples in Melbourne
January 26, 2023 by ·
Press Release The High Commission of India strongly condemns the deeply disturbing incidents of vandalisation, including of three Hindu temples in Melbourne in recent weeks. The frequency and impunity with […]
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 […]
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 […]
His Excellency Governer General celebrates Deepavali with Australian Hindus
October 31, 2022 by ·
His Excellency Governer General of Australia celebrated Deepavali at his home on 24th October 2022. The event on 24th was historic and a proud moment for all Hindus. To top […]
Deepavali 2022 – Prince Alfred Square Parramatta – 15th &16th Oct
October 14, 2022 by ·
For the 24th consecutive year, Deepavali The Festival of Lights will be celebrated in Sydney by the Hindu Council of Australia. You are welcome to attend this event for free. […]
Deepavali 2022 – North Sydney, Bradfield Park – 29th October
October 6, 2022 by ·
HCA has added a new venue this year to celebrate Deepavali at an iconic Sydney location, Bradfield Park, Milsons Point, right under the Harbour Bridge. This is the result of […]
Siddhilakṣmī and Nepalese Sarvāmnāya Tantra
September 24, 2022 by ·
In what follows, we read an excerpt from an article by Śaivācārya Sthaneshwar Timalsina in which he describes features of the Tantric worship of Siddhilakṣmī, which ties together the traditions […]
Dangerous Hybridisation of Hate Against Hindus Globally, Says US-based Research Organisation
September 23, 2022 by ·
There is now a dangerous hybridisation of hate against the Hindu community, a US-based scientific research organisation has said, citing the increasing attacks on them in this country and various […]
Spiritual Similarities Between First Nations People and Hindus
September 12, 2022 by ·
There are a number of similarities between the Spiritual thinking of the Indigenous Australians and the people of Hindu Faith. Related Images:
Are some Secularists bullying Australian Religions and imagining conflict where none exists
September 8, 2022 by ·
Secularists in some countries have no love for Religions, religious institutes and religious people. As a philosophy, secularism seeks to interpret life based on principles derived solely from the material […]
Application form – Graduate Certificate Course in Counsellor of Hindu Tradition (CHT): 2022-2023
September 4, 2022 by ·
Your name : Address Line 1 Address Line 2 State : —Please choose an option—NSWACTVICSAWANTQLDTAS Post Code: Country : Your phone Your email Highest college degree held Languages spoken (list […]
Graduation Ceremony of Counselor of Hindu Traditions – Batch 1
August 23, 2022 by ·
Congratulations to the first batch for completing the Graduate Certificate Course in Counselor of Hindu Traditions (CHT) successfully Hindu Council of Australia (HCA) in collaboration and partnership with Hindu Community […]
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 […]
𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐓𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 – Display the Flag, win cash prices
August 9, 2022 by ·
#𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐓𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 A celebration of India, its people, culture and achievements are incomplete without the Indian Flag. So, as India is fuelled by the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Azadi Ka […]
Liberating Sacred Swastika in NSW
June 22, 2022 by ·
The NSW Government has introduced a bill into NSW Parliament to ban the public displays of Nazi symbols while allowing peaceful use of Scared Swastika for religious purposes. Hindu Council […]
India to grant e-visas to 100 Hindus and Sikhs of Afghanistan on priority
June 21, 2022 by ·
India to grant e-visas to 100 Hindus and Sikhs of Afghanistan on priority. Related Images:
Religious leaders welcome formation of Multifaith advisory council in NSW
June 11, 2022 by ·
Religious leaders welcome formation of Multifaith advisory council Related Images:
REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN! COURSE STARTING – 15 JULY 2022
June 5, 2022 by ·
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Intimidation and threats to Hindus
May 25, 2022 by ·
We have been told that some of the Hindus living in Australia are being intimidated and threatened by Khalistani elements. Hindu Council has made contacts with the Multicultural department and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 ·
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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 […]
Growing anti-Hindu smears by Greens
May 16, 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 […]
Watch Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party webinar Video
May 15, 2022 by ·
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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:
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:
Important Dates to remember
May 11, 2022 by ·
12th May 2022, 7:15pm – Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0RlZ4A2_ThW0IJs1kmfOrQ 13th May 2022, 7:15pm – Meet and Greet One Nation Party https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89301511641?pwd=dVEvTjR2QldXLzFJSVMxdEtkaTRiQT09 14th May […]
Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party – 12th May 7:15pm
May 11, 2022 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, President. Namaste You might have attended the first meeting with the Labour party Candidates, now the second meeting is with the Animal Justice Party. It […]
Meet and Greet with One Nation Party May 13, 7:30pm
May 10, 2022 by ·
On behalf of Hindu community of Australia and Indian diaspora, We are organising an Exclusive meet and greet for Australians of Indian origin and Australian Hindus We will hear from […]
Greens to preference Labor at election 2022
May 9, 2022 by ·
By: 7News. Greens how-to-vote cards will encourage people to preference Labor ahead of the coalition at the federal election, party leader Adam Bandt says. 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 […]
SWASTIKA and how it is associated with 7 RISHIS
May 9, 2022 by ·
“The mark of swastika is the position of Sapta-Rishis in the orbit round the Pole Star (Dhruv Tara) : In addition to all these” “arguments, if seen realistically, the swastika […]
Foreigners in Bali find themselves in hot water with Hindus over offensive social media posts
May 9, 2022 by ·
It’s known as the Island of the Gods, but that’s lost on some Western influencers who like its picturesque temples and landscapes for risque social media content. Related Images:
Meet and Greet with One Nation Party
May 9, 2022 by ·
We are working on arranging a Meet and Greet (via zoom) with One Nation Party for Friday 13th May in the evening. We will inform you as soon as we […]
Meet and Greet with Liberal Party
May 9, 2022 by ·
We are working to arrange a Meet and Greet with the Liberal Party this Saturday 15th May sometime during the afternoon. We will inform you with a registration link as […]
Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party – 12May 7:30pm
May 9, 2022 by ·
By: Prakash Mehta, President. Namaste You might have attended the first meeting with the Labour party Candidates, now the second meeting is with the Animal Justice Party. It […]
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 […]
Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party for Elections 2022 Wed 12th May
May 7, 2022 by ·
Invitation to Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party 12th May 7:15PM for 7:30PM start (Free) Please register via https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0RlZ4A2_ThW0IJs1kmfOrQ email reception@hinducouncil.com.au Related Images:
Invitation to Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party
May 3, 2022 by ·
Invitation to Meet and Greet Animal Justice Party 12th May 7:15PM for 7:30PM start (Free) Please register via https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0RlZ4A2_ThW0IJs1kmfOrQ email reception@hinducouncil.com.au Related Images:
Meet and Greet for Labor/Liberal Party – Elections 22
April 28, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council believe in consultation and democratic process of this country. We are organising two events one for Labor and one for Liberal party without any discrimination. We are non […]
Jewish Board supports Freedom of Swastika
April 25, 2022 by ·
By: Darren Bark Chief Executive Officer | NFP Director | Responsible Technology Advisor | Policy & Strategy Specialist In The Sydney Morning Herald today, Surinder Jain and I call for the normalisation of the […]
Sydney Morning Herald article in support of Swastika Freedom
April 25, 2022 by ·
Push to liberate religious swastika in NSW from its ‘indoor prison’ – Sydney Morning Herald Sydney Morning Herald Australian Hindus – backed by the Jewish community – want to normalise the display […]
The Jews of India: A Tale of Three Cities
April 25, 2022 by ·
April 24, 2022 | by Rabbi Mordechai Becher Jews have been in India for over 2,000 years. Travel often challenges our pre-conceived notions and visiting India does that in a major […]
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 […]
Gargi Awards 2022 celebrations
April 6, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia celebrated Gargi Awards 2022 as a part of International Women’s day on Saturday 26th March 2022. Each year, an award named after Rishi Gargi. The award […]
War Memorials for the Australians of Indian Heritage
March 24, 2022 by ·
The unveiling of the War Memorial for the Australians of Indian Heritage was performed at Sunnybank RSL, Brisbane on 18 November 2017. It was a historic event and first of […]
Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar
February 28, 2022 by ·
Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar was the Queen of the Malwa kingdom. She was born on 31 May 1725 in the village of Chaundi, in the present-day Ahmednagar district in Maharasthtra. Her […]
