Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Ravi Chand’s latest project ‘Loosing My Best Project’ needs new Indian/Srilankan origin actors. Please check the flyer for more details. Losing My Best Friend – Press Release Related […]
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 […]
VEDANTA CENTRES OF AUSTRALIA
December 5, 2020 by ·
By: Swami Sunishthananda. THE SOURCE Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission are worldwide, non-political, non-sectarian spiritual organizations which have been engaged in various forms of humanitarian, social service activities for more than a century. Inspired […]
International Yoga Day
June 4, 2019 by ·
By: Sai Pravastu. Hindu Council of Australia, in association with The Consulate General of India Sydney, cordially invite you for a free yoga event, to mark the occasion of the […]
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 […]
Survey – Problems faced by Hindu Women
April 5, 2019 by ·
If you are a Hindu woman living in Australia, please take a minute to enter this survey. It will help Hindu Council of Australia to frame projects and policies to […]
Sydney pays homage to 44 CRPF fallen in Pulwama Kashmir, India
February 19, 2019 by ·
Over a thousand Indians from all backgrounds gathered in Sydney today to pay their last respects to 44 Indian brave soldiers who died at the hand of religious fanatics. The […]
Hindus lobby for Religious Freedom in Australia
January 30, 2019 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Hindus represented by Hindu Council of Australia along with representatives of Anglican, Catholic, Islamic and Buddhist faiths are meeting various federal MPs and impressing upon them […]
The last of the Bahai 7 religious leader group released from prison
January 18, 2019 by ·
The Bahá’í 7[1], also known as the “Yaran” (friends), are seven Iranian Bahá’í community leaders arrested in 2008 that have served 10-year prison sentences in Iran. The seven prisoners of […]
PM ScoMo fights for religious freedom despite the opposition
January 15, 2019 by ·
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Attorney-General Christian Porter have released the Ruddock Religious Freedom Review and the government’s response. Although the Ruddock panel said that Australia does not need a […]
Beef tallow in Australian currency notes
January 13, 2019 by ·
WHILE Australia was the first country in the world to produce banknotes made from plastic (polymer), what many people don’t realise is that our currency uses tallow — rendered animal […]
Religious freedom collides with anti-discrimination laws in Australia
January 12, 2019 by ·
By: Surinder Jain. Religious freedom is fundamental to Australian identity said the Australian Prime minister Scott Morrison. And Australians voted in favor of anti-discrimination laws to protect the rights of […]
Invitation to conduct further research about ANZAC Jawans
December 14, 2018 by ·
By : Prakash Mehta. Hindu Council of Australia has erected a cenotaph dedicated to all servicemen of Indian origin who have enrolled or served the Australian forces in World Wars. […]
Australian Prime Minister – protection of our religious freedoms is synonymous with our identity
December 13, 2018 by ·
The Australian Prime Minister Hon Scott Morrison #ScoMo has a issued a press release vouching for the freedom of religion as essential to Australian identity in a diverse Australian society […]
Bioethics – a Hindu Perspective
December 10, 2018 by ·
By : Dr Raj Maheshwari. (The following is an abstract of the talk delivered by the author at the conference on “Core Ethical Teachings” at NSW Parliament House on 4 […]
Pauline Hanson gives thumbs up to Indian Migration to Australia
December 9, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Pauline Lee Hanson is an Australian politician and a Senator representing the state of Queensland. She is also the founder and leader of Pauline Hanson’s One […]
NT Parliament celebrates Diwali
December 8, 2018 by ·
By : Shashi Khanna. Northern Territory government celebrated the Indian festival of lights ,Diwali at Darwin, Parliament house. The beautiful huge structure of Parliament stands besides the water front. Amazing […]
Selling Burgers to eliminate world hunger and save the earth
December 4, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Amit Tiwari, founder of Soul Burgers fast food chain of restaurants in Australia, prides on selling tasty burgers with no animal meat in them. A burger […]
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 […]
Adelaide to India for Yoga
November 22, 2018 by ·
By : Vani Shukla. By the grace of God ,I have successfully completed my second Yoga retreat to India last month. 12 people from Adelaide travelled to India and […]
A scholarship offered to Racist by Melbourne Law Firm
November 19, 2018 by ·
The Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers Scholarship is an annual initiative, open to all students enrolled in a course of secondary, tertiary or post-graduate practical education/training. The topic for 2019 is: […]
Hindu Council Donates to Farmers Relief Fund
November 8, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council gave a cheque for $11,000 to the Premier’s Farmers Relief Fund. Related Images:
Diwali celebrated in Parramatta
November 5, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. (Photographs by Vijay Maharaj and Dharmendra Modi) Hindu Council of Australia celebrated its 20th Diwali at Parramatta Park on 3rd and 4th November 2018. Saturday the […]
Kalyanam ceremonies being held in Sydney
November 2, 2018 by ·
By : Neelima Pravastu. The Priests and Deities arrived on 26th October 2018 at night 9 PM from Bhadrachalam along with the celebrity Kuchipudi dancer Dr Padmaja Reddy and her group. […]
Office goers crowd relishes Diwali in Sydney
October 31, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Hindu Council of Australia celebrated Diwali festival in Martin Place, the heart of Sydney today on 31st October 2018. Martin Place is a pedestrian mall in […]
Diwali celebrated in Rouse Hill Shopping Centre
October 27, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia celebrated Diwali festival with a fun fare and cultural program in Rouse Hill Town Shopping centre on 27th October 2018. Rouse Hill Town Centre is a […]
Australia Rises against Temple Attack
October 26, 2018 by ·
Australians from all walks of life have risen in anger and indignation at the desecration and vandalism of a Hindu temple in Sydney last week. Hindu community has been overwhelmed […]
Lord from Bhadrachalam arrived in Sydney for Kalyanam and Coronation
October 26, 2018 by ·
By : Sai Pravastu. A historic moment for Australia – Bhagwan Sri Rama along with Sita Devi, Lakshmana and Anjaneya Swamy from Bhadrachalam Temple, have left from Bharat and are […]
APRO all religions leaders condemn Temple attack
October 26, 2018 by ·
APRO Australian Participation of Religious Organizations condemned the recent attack on a Hindu temple in Reagents Park. APRO aims to promote and advocate for inter-faith harmony, and understanding and respect […]
Diwali celebrated in Perth by Hindu Council of Australia
October 24, 2018 by ·
A Diwali celebration was held on 19th October 2018 at Edith Covent University in Perth. The program started by a speech by Bhakti Koriya on the significance of Deepavali. A […]
Hindu Council condemns attack at Hindu Temple in Sydney
October 18, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia expresses its pain on learning of the vandalism that occurred at the Hindu Temple in Regents Park on Sunday, 14 October 2018. Unfortunately it happened in the […]
ARRCC members pledge for eating less Meat
October 13, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. ARRCC – Australian Religious Response to Climate Change is a multi faith network committed to action on Climate Change. Hindu Council of Australia has been a […]
Walk2Temple Paad Yatra piligrimage
October 9, 2018 by ·
By: Sai Pravastu. As the quote goes “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind” similarly one man’s initiative to continue the tradition of pilgrimage in Australia […]
Bhadrachalam deities arriving in Sydney soon
October 7, 2018 by ·
By: Sai Pravastu. It is of great joy and delight to let everyone know that the utsava moortis Lord Sri Rama along with Sita Devi, Lakshamana and Anjeyanaya swamy are […]
Dowry abuse submission by Hindu Council of Australia
October 3, 2018 by ·
On 26 June 2018, the Senate of Australia (Upper house of Parliament) referred the practice of dowry and the incidence of dowry abuse in Australia to the Legal and Constitutional […]
Australian Hindu wins Noble prize of Mathematics
October 1, 2018 by ·
Professor Venkatesh, who graduated from the University of Western Australia aged 16 with honours in pure mathematics, has achieved his subject’s highest honour. He has been awarded the Fields Medal, […]
Hindu businesses help drought stricken Australian farmers
August 20, 2018 by ·
After Hindu council and Hindu temples, now Hindu businesses have come forward to donate their profits to help drought stricken Australian farmers. Related Images:
Hindu Council in its 20th years
July 26, 2018 by ·
In 1998, five pioneer Hindus of Sydney came together, Dr Anand Lalchandani co-founder of Sri Mandir in Auburn, Dr A Balasubramaniam co-founder of Sri Venkateswara Temple in Helensburgh, Surinder Jain […]
Hindus are the most employed group in Australia
July 25, 2018 by ·
Hindus have the highest overall workforce participation rate among all religious groups in Australia, according to RMIT-ABC Fact Check. Related Images:
Australian bishop sentenced to year’s detention for child sex abuse cover-up
July 21, 2018 by ·
The most senior Roman Catholic cleric in the world to be convicted of covering up child sex abuse has been sentenced in an Australian court to 12 months in detention. Newcastle […]
Perth Mint releases Diwali 2018 Stamp and Coin Cover
July 19, 2018 by ·
The coin features a representation of Ganesha with his traditional motifs – a lotus flower, an ornamental axe and a mouse, symbolising the deity’s state of enlightenment. The design includes […]
Dalai Lama 83rd birthday celebrated
July 15, 2018 by ·
By:Prakash Mehta. ACT Tibetian community Inc. celebrated 83rd Birthday celebration of His Holy Highness Dalai Lama in Cenberra. Mr Prakash Mehta, President , Hindu Council of Australia represented Hindus in […]
Albury Wodonga Hindus produce “That Girl”
July 13, 2018 by ·
Albury Wodonga are two twin towns in Australia on the New South Wales-Victoria state border, separated by Murray river. It has a significant population of Hindus from Indian and from […]
City2Surf Join Hindu team to run for fun
July 12, 2018 by ·
By:Bimal Joshi. City2Surf is a popular road running event held annually in Sydney covering a 14-kilometre course. The event is a “fun run” as well as a race, attracting […]
Dowry abuse in Australia – Senate orders an inquiry
July 9, 2018 by ·
By:Surinder Jain. SBS and some independent film producers have recently produced films on the deplorable dowry system prevalent in some parts of India and resulting violence against women. Armed with […]
Take a Quiz on Hindu Diaspora
July 8, 2018 by ·
Please enter your email: 1. According to the Australian census of 2016, Hinduism was the fastest growing religion of Australia? Yes/No Yes No 2. When did the first Hindus came […]
Youth PoWR chooses a Hindu youth speaker
July 2, 2018 by ·
By:Vincy Jain. A Youth Parliament of World’s Religions is being held next month. Hindu council of Australia is participating as one of the organizers. Our youth member Vincy has been […]
International Yoga Day at The Ponds
July 1, 2018 by ·
By: Tara Sharma Hindu Council of Australia in conjunction with Art of Living Foundation celebrated Yoga Day at The Ponds suburb of Sydney. The event was attended by about 50 […]
Take a Quiz on Hindu Society and Institutions
June 30, 2018 by ·
Take a Quiz on Hindu Society and Institutions Please go to Take a Quiz on Hindu Society and Institutions to view the test Related Images:
Tributes to Prof Raja Jayraman, former Vice President
June 30, 2018 by ·
Prof Raja Jayraman is remembered by us all. He did so much work for Hindu education in schools and for promoting interfaith harmony in Australia as Vice President of Hindu […]
Take a Quiz on Hindu Festivals
June 29, 2018 by ·
Test your knowledge about Hindu festivals. Please go to Take a Quiz on Hindu Festivals to view the test Related Images:
Hindu Unity Day unites Hindus in Canberra
June 28, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia invited about 15 Hindu organizations together on 16th June to discuss how can we preserve Hindu culture in Australia. Each organization spoke about what they are […]
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 […]
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 […]
Take a Quiz on Hindu Scriptures
June 19, 2018 by ·
Take a Quiz on Hindu Scriptures Please go to Take a Quiz on Hindu Scriptures to view the test Related Images:
International Yoga Day celebrations by Hindu Council
June 19, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia is celebrating International Yoga day in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Details of the events are given in the brochures below. Related Images:
Ram Sita Kalyanam Vivah in Parramatta 3rd November 2018
June 18, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia is celebrating Deepavali festival on 3rd and 4th of November 2018 in Parramatta Park this year also. A special attraction of this year is likely to […]
Take a Quiz on Hindu Beliefs
June 17, 2018 by ·
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A new Hindu Education Centre coming up in Sydney
June 17, 2018 by ·
As Hindu population is growing rapidly in Australia (mostly due to migration), existing temples are struggling to cope up with the demand for spiritual guidance of Hindus. To keep up […]
Ashraya Band celebrates International Day of Yoga with concerts in Darwin
June 9, 2018 by ·
To celebrate International Day of Yoga, the kirtan band Ashraya will be joining the festivities in Darwin. On their second tour to the Top End, they bring their world grooves […]
NSW Parliament to toughen Hate Laws
June 7, 2018 by ·
The hate speech laws in Australia give redress to someone who is the victim of discrimination, vilification, or injury on grounds that differ from one jurisdiction to another. Under the proposed amendments introduced to the Parliament, individuals who […]
White Racist posters appear in a Queensland town
June 7, 2018 by ·
Ayr is located 88 kilometres (55 mi) south of Townsville on the Bruce Highway between Top end of Queensland and Brisbane to its south. produces the most sugar cane per square […]
Spoken Sanskrit in Canberra – a roaring success
June 5, 2018 by ·
A basic sanskrit language course was held with the objective to give students a taste of Sanskrit as a living language by introducing them to its basic grammatical structures so […]
Australia’s first religious same sex marriage performed in a Synagogue
May 25, 2018 by ·
Australia has recently permitted same sex marriage. While many such marriages have been held in civil ceremonies, most religions have been reluctant to embrace the change and incorporate LGBT in […]
Ray Williams MP wants to stamp out racism in Australia
May 25, 2018 by ·
Some leaders have recently made racist and divisive statements affecting residents of NSW and Australia. Upset by these developments, Hon. Ray Williams MP will host a round table with Community Leaders […]
Tiny Australian towns are inclusive but lack diversity
May 24, 2018 by ·
While large Australian cities have seen a large influx of different ethnic and religious groups, tiny Australian towns although considered inclusive by some authors, lack diversity of ethnicity and religions. […]
SBS TV records growth of Hinduism in Australia
May 15, 2018 by ·
SBS (State Broadcasting Services) is an Australian TV and radio network supported by Australian government and specializes in ethnic community news. Decades ago when there were very few Hindus in […]
Hindu Council of Australia welcomes the Integration multiculturalism model of Australia
May 4, 2018 by ·
Australian government has been agonizing at the growth of terrorism among some of the immigrant communities in Europe and USA. Its think tanks have been working hard on how to […]
Australian city Mayor promotes Yoga for mental health
April 28, 2018 by ·
CITY of Gosnells Mayor Glenn Dewhurst has urged kids to take up yoga as a way to help maintain mental health. Mayor Dewhurst joined children at Leisure World in Thornlie to […]
Anzac Day celebrations in Canberra
April 25, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia represented by its National President Mr Prakash Mehta, attended ” Australian Jewish ANZAC Day Service” at National Jewish Memorial Centre in Canberra. The Ceremony was attended […]
Israel’s 70th Independence Day celebrated in Sydney
April 25, 2018 by ·
A function to celebrate 70th Independence Day of Israel was held in Sydney at Four Seasons Hotel. The function was attended by NSW Premier Gladys Bereziklian, MP Luke Foley, Israel […]
Anzac Day ceremony at Hornsby NSW
April 24, 2018 by ·
Members of Hindu Council of Australia attended a pre-dawn memorial service to commemorate Anzac ceremony at Hornsby. The march started from Hornsby RSL club and the actual ceremony took place […]
Bible lessons should be a must for Hindu students, says Christian activist
April 24, 2018 by ·
Australian students should be required to study the Bible as part of a well-rounded education, regardless of their religious background, according to American investor and Christian activist Chuck Stetson. “I […]
Severe shortage of Hindu SRE teachers in NSW schools
April 15, 2018 by ·
NSW Currently there is an estimated short fall of about a 1,000 Hindu Special Religious Education teachers in NSW. 2017 Statistics In the enrollment year 2107, there were about 20,000 […]
Liverpool police community engagement
April 13, 2018 by ·
By:Somesh Sibal Liverpool police community engagement program was attended by Somesh Sibal of the Hindu Council of Australia’s Chaplaincy team along with members of about 15 different cultural and religious groups […]
Did Indians bring technology of Fire, Farming and tools to Australia Four Thousand Years Ago
March 24, 2018 by ·
Genetic evidence suggests that just over 4 millennia ago a group of Indian travellers landed in Australia and stayed. The evidence emerged a few years ago after a group of […]
Western Australia adds a new chapter to Hindu Council
March 20, 2018 by ·
A WA chapter of Hindu Council of Australia has been established on 12th March 2018. First program will be to welcome HH Mahant Swami of BAPS by all Hindu Organisations. […]
Gender Equality Declaration by Hindu Council of Australia
March 13, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia stands for Gender Equality and Respect for Women By Prakash Mehta, President As a peak Hindu body, Hindu Council of Australia is working to help Hindus […]
Gargi Woman Paramita Roy
March 11, 2018 by ·
Winner of Gargi Woman Award 2018 – (Film Producer) By Bharathi R Paramita Roy has been awarded Hindu Council of Australia’s Gargi Woman Award 2018 for her outstanding contribution as […]
Gargi Woman Poornima Sharma
March 11, 2018 by ·
Winner of Gargi Woman Award 2018 – (Performer) By Bharathi R Poornima Sharma has been awarded Hindu Council of Australia’s Gargi Woman Award 2018 for her outstanding contribution as a […]
Gargi Woman Anju Kalra
March 11, 2018 by ·
Winner of Gargi Woman Award 2018 – (Dementia Consultant) By Bharathi R Anju Kalra has been awarded Hindu Council of Australia’s Gargi Woman Award 2018 for her outstanding contribution to […]
Gargi Woman Jacinta Tobin
March 11, 2018 by ·
Winner of Gargi Woman Award 2018 – (Community) By Bharathi R Jacinta Tobin has been awarded Hindu Council of Australia’s Gargi Woman Award 2018 for her outstanding contribution to Community. […]
Gargi Woman June Bullivant
March 11, 2018 by ·
Winner of Gargi Woman Award 2018 – (Academic Researcher) By Bharathi R JUNE BULLIVANT has been awarded Hindu Council of Australia’s Gargi Woman Award 2018 for her outstanding contribution as […]
Hindu Council announces Winners of Gargi Woman Award 2018
March 11, 2018 by ·
The winners of Gargi Woman Award were announced today. The winners of 2018 Gargi Woman Award are : 1. Jacinta Tobin – Service to her Aboriginal Community 2. June Bullivant […]
NSW announces 27 million dollars grant for well being school workers
March 5, 2018 by ·
The NSW state government has announced $9 million each year for next three years to have well being officers in schools. Both religious and atheists can apply. Community gives $7000, School gives […]
State of Teaching Hinduism in NSW Australia
March 1, 2018 by ·
By Vijai Singhal and Surinder Jain (Hindu Council of Australia) 1st March 2018 Apart from various temples and organizations running their own religious and scripture classes, Hinduism is being taught […]
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 […]
Hindus missing out Big time on School Chaplaincy
February 23, 2018 by ·
The National School Chaplaincy Programme (NSCP), is an Australian federal government programme which funds chaplains in Australian primary and secondary schools. The chaplains are to provide “support and guidance about […]
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 […]
A review of Australia’s religious freedoms
February 19, 2018 by ·
Philip Ruddock appointed to conduct review of Australia’s religious freedoms Fergus Hunter Published: November 22 2017 – 8:10AM The government has appointed Howard-era cabinet minister Philip Ruddock to lead a […]
Dr Agar honoured on Australia Day
May 26, 2015 by ·
His dedication to the Hindu society has earned Professor Nihal Agar the membership of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day Honours List. This resident of viagrausa-online.com – info […]
Brookvale upsets us
February 12, 2015 by ·
Brookvale Union continues to upset Hindus world over with juxtaposed Hindu images The Sydney-based Brewery goes back on word, continues to circulate insensitive images of Hindu Deities […]
