On behalf of the Hon. Mark Latham MLC I write to update you that the Anti-Discrimination Amendment (Religious Freedoms and Equality) Bill 2020 was defeated in the NSW Legislative Council […]
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 […]
The Story of Sanskrit
January 23, 2022 by ·
The Story of Sanskrit Sanskrit is the mother of many Indian and Indo-European languages. It is the language of Hindu Vedic scriptures and treasure house of most scientific knowledge. The […]
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 […]
Daan – Makara Sankranti (Donate)
January 14, 2022 by ·
The festival of Makar Sankranti is dedicated to the sun god. It is observed by Hindus on 14th January each year. The auspicious day marks the transit of the sun […]
Happy Lohri , Makar Sankranti and Pongal
January 13, 2022 by ·
The Hindu Council of Australia wishes you all happy Lohri, MakarSankranti, and Pongal. Related Images:
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 […]
Gargi Awards Nominations 2022
January 2, 2022 by ·
Gargi Awards Nominations 2022 Inviting Nominations for Australian Women for Gargi Awards 2022. Celebrating Women’s Accomplishment. Closing Date 31st January 2022. Link for registration https://hinducouncil.com.au/gargi About Gargi Award On the […]
Pioneer of Indian Nationalism
December 31, 2021 by ·
Dadabhai Naoroji was called the “father of the nation,” by Mahatma Gandhi, a title that today, is reserved for himself. He was an Indian political leader, merchant, scholar, and a writer. […]
Hindu Marriage Ritual – Vivah, a right of passage
December 16, 2021 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. A rite of passage with yajna ceremony often marks a Hindu wedding. Vivaha (Vivāha, Sanskrit: विवाह) is the rite of passage and rituals associated with marriage. While […]
Council elections in Greater Sydney this weekend meet some of your local candidates
December 4, 2021 by ·
Before you cast your democratic right to choose next councilor or mayor of your local government , we would like to introduce to you, candidates of Indian origin who have […]
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 […]
Recent attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh by Islamic Fundamentalists
November 8, 2021 by ·
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Hindu Council of Australia stands with the Jewish community and condemn the hate speech
November 8, 2021 by ·
HCA Statement against Hate Speech 26102021_signed Related Images:
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 […]
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 […]
Recipe Corner – How to make Eggless Blue Berry Muffins
October 19, 2021 by ·
Berries are in season and fresh blue berries are always inviting ,so let us make something special for all day self-indulgence light and succulent Eggless Blue Berries Muffins. Six Serves […]
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 […]
Shuba Navaratri
October 7, 2021 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia wishes everyone best wishes on the occasion of Navaratri festival. Goddess Durga fought and destroyed the demon king Mahishasur and thereby making it easy to progress […]
Australia Ramayan Olympiad with Leadership lessons
October 7, 2021 by ·
This year Deepavali for the first time in Australia Ramayan Olympiad with Leadership lessons for the whole family are being brought along with famous #TheRamayanaSchool. It will be conducted on Three […]
Deepavali Cultural Activities & Competitions for Australian Residents & Citizens
October 7, 2021 by ·
During the auspicious festival season of Deepavali and other Hindu festivals, Hindu Council of Australia have organised various cultural activities and competitions for the Australian residents and citizens. There are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hinduphobia debunked by Public prosecutor and Justice in Australia
September 9, 2021 by ·
By: Hindu Council of Australia. Hinduphobia and hate against Hindus or asking them to lie low and not to show pride in their heritage is becoming a rage in Australia. […]
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 […]
Hindu Conference being held this Sunday – 5th September 2021
September 3, 2021 by ·
Hindu Religion in Australia — Its Roots and Growth Download Conference Schedule Download Conference Abstracts Download Detailed Sessionwise Program The Hindu conference is being held on Sunday […]
You don’t need a Medicare card to get a Free Covid vaccine
September 3, 2021 by ·
Federal Health Department has advised that Covid Vaccine is available for free to everyone who is in Australia. You don’t have to be an Australian citizen or a resident to […]
Why Hindu Conference now
September 1, 2021 by ·
Why Hindu Conference now ? What sparked this event now ? There are many good reasons to have this in place, one of them being a number of incidents and […]
VICHAAR MANTHAN – A 21st Century Solution
September 1, 2021 by ·
HCA Hindu Youth Conference Presents – VICHAAR MANTHAN – A 21st Century Solution In this ever changing world, we as the youth of today are constantly questioning everything around us […]
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 […]
INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY – ANTHONY ALBANESE ALP
August 11, 2021 by ·
ANTHONY ALBANESE MP LEADER OF THE AUSTRALIAN LABOR PARTY MEMBER FOR GRAYNDLER INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY On behalf of the Australian Labor Party, I send my best wishes […]
Sanskruti Arya Gurukulam only Online Gurukulam
August 8, 2021 by ·
The one and only online Gurukulam where you can learn everything for free. You can either join their free classes or learn from their free youtube videos. All classes are […]
Modern Civil Law Systems and Manu Smriti
August 3, 2021 by ·
Many modern Civil Law Systems in Europe and elsewhere are heavily influenced by Roman law. The civil law system is the most widespread system of law in the world, in […]
COVID-19 outbreak in Australia
August 3, 2021 by ·
The current COVID-19 outbreak in Australia highlights the need for accessible information about vaccines for people with cancer who are more vulnerable to contracting COVID-19 and are at an increased […]
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. […]
The Census is coming this August
July 30, 2021 by ·
Australia’s Census 2021 will take place on Tuesday, 10 August 2021 It’s a national count of every person and home in Australia. Having the right numbers helps inform where services […]
Prime Minister – Opinion – Vaccination protects you and your family
July 27, 2021 by ·
Around 11 million doses of the COVID 19 vaccine have now been administered. We are now tracking at around 1 million doses a week. Sure, we’ve had our problems. Not […]
Australian Census 10 August 2021
July 27, 2021 by ·
Australia’s eighteenth national Census of Population and Housing will be held on Tuesday, 10 August 2021 The first Census was held in 1911 and since 1961 they have been conducted every five […]
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 […]
Hear Community Leaders in many languages urging our communities to stay home
July 12, 2021 by ·
Message from the Hon. Natalie Ward MLC, Minister for Multiculturalism & Joseph La Posta, CEO Multicultural NSW Right now, Greater Sydney is on high alert for COVID-19. In order to […]
NEW PHASE OF THE VACCINE ROLLOUT IN NSW
July 12, 2021 by ·
The NSW Government will enhance its contribution to the Federal Government’s vaccine rollout to ensure maximum uptake both now, and as more supplies arrive. NSW will prioritise teachers and […]
India’s Glorious Scientific Tradition
July 2, 2021 by ·
By: Vijai Singhal. “ We owe a lot to the Indians, who taught us how to count, without which no worthwhile scientific discovery could have been made.” _ Albert Einstein […]
Spiritual Harmony between Australian Aboriginals and Hindus
July 2, 2021 by ·
By: Vijai Singhal. A sacred ceremony was conducted by the Aboriginal elders Aunty Peggy and Aunty Cathy to welcome Prakruthi Mysore Gururaj, a Fijian Indian lady as their traditional family […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Conference on Hindu Religion in Australia — Its Roots and Growth
June 3, 2021 by ·
Hindu Religion in Australia — Its Roots and Growth, 3 July 2021 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER It is generally believed that the essence of the Hindu religion is known to […]
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 […]
THE LEGENDS OF 130 REMAINING SIKH GURDWARAS IN PAKISTAN
May 30, 2021 by ·
By: Wali Imran Khan. Discovering remaining Sikh Gurdwaras in Pakistan is a feat equal to finding Rosetta stone – but I manage somehow by bribing and cajoling authorities. It is […]
Prime Minister – Opinion – Budget measures – Multicultural Australians
May 19, 2021 by ·
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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 […]
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 ·
Media Release – Stop insulting Hindu icons Related Images:
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 […]
Hon Hugh McDermott asks David Shoebridge for unreserved public apology to Hindus
May 7, 2021 by ·
Legislative Assembly Hansard – 05 May 2021 – Proof (nsw.gov.au) Dr HUGH McDERMOTT (Prospect) (20:07): I rise to speak on the work undertaken by Vishva Hindu Parishad [VHP] Australia. In the recent […]
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 […]
Minister Geoff Lee’s letter to David Shoebridge
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 […]
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:
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. […]
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 […]
Kavitha Jayakumar – Gargi Award 2020 Winner in Arts Category
April 19, 2021 by ·
A passionate emigrant crossed the hurdles of settling down, adapting to a new country and easing into work, to start an Art School in 2016 with just a handful of […]
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 […]
Greetings for the Hindu New Year
April 13, 2021 by ·
Greetings for the Hindu New Year Hindu Council of Australia wishes you and your family a very happy Hindu New Year that starts on 13 April 2021 which this year […]
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 […]
A pioneer of Bharatanatyam dance in Pakistan
April 3, 2021 by ·
By: Wali Imran Khan, Pakistan. Sheema Kirmani is without a doubt a passionate one-woman army. She is Pakistan’s not only a Bharatanatyam Classical Dancer but is also a social mobilizer, a […]
Lessons from the story about Trishanku
March 27, 2021 by ·
In the Ramayana there is the story of the noble king Trishanku. Because Trishanku was a good king, his soul was eligible to enter Devalok. However, he wanted to enter […]
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 […]
Hindu Council supports Covid-19 vaccination
March 17, 2021 by ·
By: Bhagwat Chauhan. Hindu Council of Australia urges all Australians to get themselves vaccinated for Covod-19 as and when it becomes available to them. You can also find links below […]
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
March 9, 2021 by ·
The Hindu Council of Australia joins all Faiths and Cultures to recognise International Women’s Day today, 8 March 2021 and admit to the fact that a lot more remains for […]
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 […]
Ethnic Cleansing of Kashmir -18th Jan 7:30pm, The Sudarshan Project
January 12, 2021 by ·
PROGRAM Ethnic Cleansing of Kashmir Jan 19th, 1990 The Kashmiri Pandit Exodus Day Monday, Jan 18th, 2021 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sydney|Canberra|Melbourne 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM India Watch […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Ramayana around the world
October 29, 2020 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. If you live in India, you can’t escape but know about Deepavali festival and about Ram Leela (Drama of Ramayan) performed in parks and street corners all […]
Why Hindus don’t eat NON-VEG food?
October 29, 2020 by ·
There are three qualities in food; सत्व, रजस् & तमस्। In our body too there are these three qualities & powers. Lets see what does these qualities do, 1. सत्व […]
