Disappointment of the Hindu community and the Indian diaspora in Australia, on the recent ABC program in Four Corners. Member organisations have endorsed the letters sent by HCA to the […]
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 […]
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 : […]
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 […]
Tamil New Year Festival
April 12, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. The Tamil New Year, known as Puthandu, is a significant festival celebrated by the Tamil community. It marks the beginning of the Tamil calendar year and is […]
Religious Coercion should be made an offence
April 11, 2024 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia has stood for the protection of Hindus against being forced into performing rituals of other faiths, against their Will. We have been speaking to both sides […]
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 […]
Parramatta city to consider Hindu spiritual needs
April 8, 2024 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Hindu Council had approached Parramatta MP Mr Andrew Charlton to discuss Parramatta city infra-structure needs of Hindus to enable them to perform their rituals and celebrate their […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Energy project on a collision course with Hindu sentiments
March 10, 2024 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia was approached by Hare Krishna farm in Hunters Valley. EnergyCo is planning to run high volt transmission through the scared land of New Gokula Farm. The […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
New law banning religious vilification passes NSW Parliament
August 3, 2023 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia welcomes the bill passed by the NSW Parliament. We are thankful to the state government especially Attorney General and Minister Kamper for giving Hindu Council an […]
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 […]
Gamani Goonetilleka condemns vandalization of BAPS Hindu Temple
May 8, 2023 by ·
I gladly add my name to protest and condemn in the strongest possible words this crude, unthinking act of racist hooliganism. It has absolutely NO place in this peaceful Australian society. […]
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 […]
Watch – Hindu Meet and Greet with NSW Liberals
March 16, 2023 by ·
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NSW Liberals and Nationals to support Indian cultural celebrations
March 13, 2023 by ·
PRESS RELEASE The state’s Indian communities will once again be supported to hold cultural celebrations and festivals by a re-elected Perrottet Liberal Government. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said in its […]
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 […]
Watch Hindu Meet and Greet with Labor
March 6, 2023 by ·
Meet and Greet held with NSW Labor on 5th March 2023 Related Images:
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:
Parijatham (Kuchipudi Krishna Dance Drama) by the highly talented, devoted and accomplished Artists
January 26, 2023 by ·
Sadhanalaya School of Arts will be presenting Parijatham (a 90-minute dance drama that features four characters: Narada, Queen Rukhmini, Lord Krishna and Queen Satyabhama) in the classical Indian dance style, […]
A river ghat to immerse cremation ashes in Sydney
January 10, 2023 by ·
Indusage a leading newspaper for Australian Indians had organised a Q&A meeting with Mr Chris Minns, leader of opposition, NSW. Labor promised to provide a river ghat (float) for Indic/dharmic […]
Pongal Sankranti and Lohri celebration in Sydney
January 10, 2023 by ·
Sunday 22nd January, Homebush West, (Sydney) Related Images:
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 […]
End of Life Care Seminar in Perth
December 20, 2022 by ·
End of Life Care Seminar in Perth Related Images:
Tulasi Pujan in Perth 25th Dec 2022
December 19, 2022 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia WA Chapter invites you for Tulasi Pujan on 25th December 2022. See details below. Related Images:
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 […]
Anzac Jawan Remembrance Day
October 22, 2022 by ·
Australia India Cenotaph Committee cordially invites you to attend and be part of the Remembrance Day Services at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph – NSW WAR Memorial, which is dedicated to Indian […]
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 […]
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 […]
Indian Cricketing legend Kapil Dev laid wreath at Anzac Jawan Cenotaph
August 20, 2022 by ·
By: Ashwani Jain Secretary, Hindu Council NSW On 16th August the Anzac Jawan Cenotaph at the Greenway Oval Cherrybrook was visited by the Internationally famed Former Indian Cricket Team captain […]
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 […]
Upcoming Event ! Dementia; Alzheimer’s Awareness Camp – September 2022
July 29, 2022 by ·
Ageing is not a cause of mental health problems but, with age, we are exposed to risks that make us likely to experience mental health difficulties. To quote Ingrid Bergman, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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:
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:
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:
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 […]
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 […]
PAADA YATRA (walk-a-thorn) – 15th April 2022, 5:30 AM for 6:00 AM Start
April 11, 2022 by ·
PAADA YATRA Event Day: 15th April 2022, 5:30 AM for 6:00 AM Start Event starts at Sydney Murugan Temple Westmead to Sai Mandir Sydney Contact us walk2temple@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/pada.yatra Sri […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Deepavali Dance 2021 Dhamaka Terms and Conditions
October 4, 2021 by ·
Participants in for the event “Deepavali 2021” is being Organized by Hindu Council of Australia (HCA) and Entry is free for participating in the event and open to all age […]
Rangoli Competition – Deepavali 2021
September 26, 2021 by ·
Rangoli Competition – Deepavali 2021 Hindu Council of Australia presents an online Rangoli Competition. Registrations Closed Participants who have already registered please email the rangoli photographs to rangoli@hinducouncil.com.au on or by […]
