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 : […]
Prayers for Victims of Stabbings
April 17, 2024 by ·
Prayers for victims of Sydney stabbings Last week saw two horrible incidents during which some innocent bystanders were stabbed and then two senior members of a clergy were attacked […]
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 […]
Coalition Support for a first Hindu school in Sydney
April 4, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia supports the formation of first Hindu school in Australia. Hinduism is the third largest religion in Australia, consisting of more than 684,002 followers, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hamas killed 10 Hindu students from Nepal on 7th October 2023
November 8, 2023 by ·
It is a well known fact that Hamas terrorists (HAMAS–the acronym for Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiya, Islamic Resistance Movement) committed extremely brutal torture, executions, rapes and kidnappings of Israeli citizens on […]
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 […]
Case for a YES vote in Referendum – A message from Noel Pearson
October 9, 2023 by ·
Dear Desi Community, On 14 October you will have the opportunity to vote Yes to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Constitution through a Voice. Australia is […]
Press Release – Attack on Israel
October 8, 2023 by ·
Date : 8th October 2023 PRESS RELEASE – ATTACK ON ISRAEL Hindus in Australia with a lot of pain, are watching the horror being inflicted on innocent Israeli citizens. Killing, […]
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: […]
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 […]
Sydney Sikhs denounce vandalization of Hindu Temple
May 11, 2023 by ·
Sydney Sikhs denounce vandalization of Hindu Temple. Related Images:
Australian National Imams Council condemns vandalization of BAPS Hindu temple in Sydney
May 11, 2023 by ·
I write to express our condemnation of the recent vandalism of the Hindu temple in Rosehill, Sydney. Such crimes and acts have no place in Australia and must be condemned, […]
Australian Christian Churches condemns vandalization of Hindu Temple in Sydney
May 11, 2023 by ·
I am very sorry that the Temple has been deliberately damaged. The ACC does not condone violence of any kind and we believe racism doesn’t have any place in Australian […]
The Right Reverend Dr Michael Stead Anglican church condemns vandalization of BAPS Hindu temple
May 11, 2023 by ·
The Right Reverend Dr Michael Stead, Bishop of South Sydney, Anglican Church Diocese of Sydney has condemned the vandalization of BAPS Hindu temple and on behalf of Diocese of Sydney has […]
Rev. Simon Hansford of Uniting Church Synod condemns vandalization of Hindu temple
May 10, 2023 by ·
Rev. Simon Hansford, Synod office of Uniting Church Synod of NSW and ACT has expressed his support for the Hindu community and has condemned the recent attack on BAPS Hindu […]
JEWISH COMMUNITY CONDEMNS DESECRATION OF HINDU TEMPLE IN NSW
May 8, 2023 by ·
Monday, 8 May 2023 JEWISH COMMUNITY CONDEMNS DESECRATION OF HINDU TEMPLE IN NSW The NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, the peak body of the NSW Jewish community, decries the vandalism […]
Buddhist Council condemns desecration of places of worship
May 8, 2023 by ·
I was very saddened to hear of the attack on a Hindu temple. There is no room for desecration of places of worship, in Australia or elsewhere, and we need […]
Karma Kitchen and Hindu Chaplains at Western Sydney University
April 21, 2023 by ·
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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 […]
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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“Rebuilding Lismore” convoy traveling to Lismore on 4th and 5th Feb 2023
January 27, 2023 by ·
Please join Sewa in “Rebuilding Lismore” convoy traveling to Lismore on 4th and 5th Feb 2023. Register @ https://forms.gle/5D3LXBrgD4UYc1XW7 Families are welcome, but any minors should be accompanied by […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
National Book launch on Religious Education
August 26, 2022 by ·
Join us for the national book launch of “Special Religious Education in Australia and its Value to Contemporary Society” Members of Hindu Community and those associated with Religious Education are […]
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 […]
National Book launch of SRE and its value
August 12, 2022 by ·
Join us for the national book launch of “Special Religious Education in Australia and its Value to Contemporary Society” Members of Hindu Community and those associated with Religious Education are […]
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 […]
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:
From the Heart and the Soul event – 27 May, the Cutaway, Barangaroo
June 11, 2022 by ·
Signing of the Uluru Statement from the Heart On this day in 2017, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples came together at Uluru and asked Australians to walk with them […]
International Day of Yoga Celebrations 2022
June 7, 2022 by ·
Art of Living Sydney in collaboration with Consulate General of India celebrates the 8th International Day of Yoga on 25th June About this event Yoga, Breathing, Meditation, Music….. it’s all […]
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 […]
Why Hindus should demand General Religious Education in Schools
May 27, 2022 by ·
By: Geeta Devi, Victoria. In the past 10 years demographics in Australia have changed and we have to acknowledge the reality of diversity. For most new migrants coming in to […]
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, […]
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 […]
Stop Rumors against Hindu Council
May 19, 2022 by ·
We at Hindu Council of Australia are being contacted by various Hindus asking if it is true that Hindu Council is apologizing to Khalistani elements. This is untrue and is […]
One Nation MP Mark Latham defends Hindus against attacks by ABC
May 19, 2022 by ·
One nation party has been defending Hindus against racist attacks by the Greens Party. One Nation Party leader Mr Mark Latham has once again come to our defense when a […]
NSW Labor leader Chris Minns Tweets praising Hindus
May 19, 2022 by ·
Pleasure to meet with the Hindu Council of Australia. Hindu Australians give so much to Australia through their language schools, cultural events and charities. pic.twitter.com/Mudfs7R03H — Chris Minns (@ChrisMinnsMP) May […]
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 […]
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:
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:
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:
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 […]
Anzac Day Service 2022 at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph, Cherrybrook
April 7, 2022 by ·
We would like to invite you to the Anzac Day Service at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph, Greenway Oval, Cherrybrook on 23 April 2022 at 3:30 pm for a 4:00 pm start. […]
NSW – Anti-Discrimination Amendment (Religious Freedoms and Equality) Bill 2020
February 25, 2022 by ·
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 […]
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 […]
Donate to support – Research and Publications on Hinduphobia
January 23, 2022 by ·
By: Malini Sarah Gates. Support my Hinduphobia research Hinduphobia or anti Hindu Sentiment requires systematic etymological and contextual scholarship. It is necessary to define and apply 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 […]
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 […]
There is no place in our Australia for Intolerance
January 6, 2022 by ·
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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 […]
Bangladesh’s Hindus living in fear following mob attacks
October 23, 2021 by ·
Anbarasan Ethirajan – BBC News Fri, 22 October 2021, 8:59 pm·6-min read. Related Images:
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 […]
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 […]
Hindu Council helps Afghan refugees in Australia
October 14, 2021 by ·
By: Ashwani Sharma. Hindu Council reached out to Afghan Peace Foundation to facilitate the process of delivery and donation to Afghan refugees in need. Afghan peace foundation would like to thank […]
Support Hinduism – Sign a Petition
October 9, 2021 by ·
By: Chinmaya Mission, Sydney. We would like to bring to your attention a petition made in the Australian Parliament House requesting a ban on the use of the term “Hindu” […]
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 ·
By: Makarand Bhagwat, Hindu Council of Australia. Related Images:
Like Ganga and Yamuna, Australian rivers should be given rights of a legal person
September 22, 2021 by ·
By: Mark Pearson, MLC Parliament of New South Wales. Following the precedent set by India which granted personhood to the Ganges and Yamuna Rivers and New Zealand with the Whanganui […]
Hindu American Advocacy Forum
September 21, 2021 by ·
HAF’s main yearly event is this Tuesday USA time, and the public worldwide is invited. There are 3 sessions requiring separate registration at https://www.hinduamerican.org/advocacy-forum. Also, those in the United States can […]
Why does the Dismantling Global Hindutva conference seem more about dismantling Hinduism than anything else?
September 21, 2021 by ·
On September 10–12, a few dozen universities, mostly based in the United States, are supporting a conference titled “Dismantling Global Hindutva”. In the words of the organizers this conference will […]
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 […]
Crying Hinduphobia
September 10, 2021 by ·
Academic Systemic Hinduphobia in the Asia Pacific and America. . Related Images:
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. […]
Colonial Hinduism Vs Indigenous Hindutva: Understanding narratives
September 8, 2021 by ·
Of all the Indian words that have been misused the most in the global polity are “Hinduism” & “Hindutva”. Even literature laureates like Mr Shashi Tharoor have murdered the basis of language […]
Multifaith devotional service
August 29, 2021 by ·
The Baha’is from Gunghalin have organised a Multifaith devotional service via Zoom on Sat 28 Aug 2021 at 3:30 pm. Please see attached flyer for details. Warm regards Canberra Interfaith […]
Guru Granth Sahib from Kabul at Delhi airport — defines the soul of India
August 26, 2021 by ·
By: Zarir Bamji, Sydney, Australia. An Indian Moment, Modi’s Golden Hour https://www.rediff.com/news/column/an-indian-moment-modis-golden-hour/20210825.htm It showed that Sikhs and Hindus in Kabul — wherever they are, whatever passport they possess — […]
Tell 38 University Presidents to Drop Their Sponsorship of Anti-Hindu Conference
August 25, 2021 by ·
I’m sure you’ve heard about the anti-Hindu hate conference allegedly sponsored by 40 universities entitled, “Dismantling Global Hindutva” set to take place virtually September 10-12. Dozens of universities have reportedly sponsored an anti-Hindu hate […]
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 […]
75th ANNIVERSARY OF INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE – Chris Minns ALP
August 12, 2021 by ·
75th ANNIVERSARY OF INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE On behalf of the NSW Labor Party, I congratulate the Republic of India on the 75th Anniversary of its Independence. The rise of a free […]
