20 years as North Shore Synagogue’s senior minister

February 27, 2024 by  

The community is to celebrate Rabbi Paul Lewin’s leadership, citing his dedication having been instrumental in fostering a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere at the synagogue. Read more

If I Am Not for Me

December 22, 2023 by  

Community Security Trust v Shtadlanut Read more

UIA: The impact of our Victims of Terror Fund on Israeli lives

November 8, 2023 by  

As the war against Hamas continues and more horrific stories emerge from Operation Swords of Iron, UIA remains fervent in its commitment to keeping its supporters up to date with timely information from credible sources whilst always supporting the People of Israel. Read more

JOFA conference to discuss orthodox feminism

August 2, 2023 by  

The Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance Australia will host its first-ever in-person conference dedicated to discussing orthodox feminism and the state of women’s inclusion in Australia. Read more

A convict Shabbat at Sydney’s Great

June 15, 2023 by  

‘Convict Shabbat’ will celebrate all those in the Sydney community who are the descendants of convicts. Read more

In your 70s? A mix and mingle event

May 17, 2023 by  

An opportunity to meet new people in your age group. Read more

NSW Multiculturalism Minister visits Newtown synagogue

February 26, 2023 by  

NSW Multiculturalism Minister Mark Coure has addressed Sydney’s Newtown Synagogue. Read more

Mar-09 Sydney: Austen Tayshus and Chutney in a Purim show

February 26, 2023 by  

Sydney’s Central Synagogue presents a Purim show. Read more

Sharma,Spender, Thistlewaite: The debate

May 2, 2022 by  

Three candidates chasing votes in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs will debate each other this coming weekend. Read more

Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance Hosts zoom event

March 27, 2022 by  

The Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance Australia recently hosted an event dedicated to showcasing global Torah learning programs that are available to Australian women who are wanting to further their Torah knowledge from the comfort of their own homes. Read more

Spotlight on climate change

March 13, 2022 by  

THE Jewish response to climate change will be the theme of the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies (JBD) March plenum on Tuesday. Read more

First-ever Jewish Australian women’s speakers bureau

February 8, 2022 by  

The Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance Australia has established the first-ever national Jewish women’s public speaker’s bureau. Read more

Ronni Kahn inspires at the North Shore Synagogue

December 20, 2021 by  

Sydney’s North Shore Jewish Women have hosted an inspirational talk by Ronni Kahn, founder of OzHarvest. Read more

Empowering women’s voices

November 5, 2021 by  

National Council of Jewish Women Australia and the New Israel Fund Australia are offering an exciting new initiative focusing on empowering women’s voices. Read more

Women’s Dinner with OzHarvest’s Ronni Kahn

November 3, 2021 by  

Next month: Sydney’s Jewish Women of the North Shore will present an inspiring evening to embrace and uplift your soul. Read more

Annual event explores justice after the Holocaust with international thought leader Prof Philippe Sands

November 1, 2021 by  

Prof. Philippe Sands QC is Professor of Law at University College London and practising barrister at Matrix Chambers. Read more

Catch a Zoom for the UIA NSW 2021 AGM with Hillel Neuer

October 25, 2021 by  

UIA NSW is hosting its AGM via Zoom with guest speaker Hillel Neuer, Executive Director of UN Watch, a human rights NGO in Geneva, Switzerland as well as an acclaimed international lawyer, diplomat, writer and activist. Read more

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur at The Emanuel Synagogue

September 6, 2021 by  

With the impending High Holy Days being online,  the Rabbis and administration team at  Sydney’s The Emanuel Synagogue have embraced technology successfully creating a richly rewarding audiovisual experience for all their members.

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Scholarship opportunities available from the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance Australia

August 11, 2021 by  

JOFA Australia, the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance, seeks to expand the spiritual, ritual, intellectual and political opportunities for women within the framework of halakha (Jewish law), by advocating meaningful participation and equality for women in family life, synagogues, houses of learning and Jewish communal organisations to the full extent possible. Read more

CHOL – South African Community History On-Line

August 11, 2021 by  

The last of three Zoom sessions exploring various approaches used to recreate Southern African Jewish communities online. Read more

Loneliness and its side effects

July 15, 2021 by  

Sydney’s Emanuel Synagogue will be exploring the topic of ‘loneliness’ as part of their upcoming Health Matters event later this month. Read more

New role at Maroubra Synagogue for growing community

March 18, 2021 by  

The Board of Maroubra Synagogue is seeking to expand its services to the Maroubra community with the announcement that it is looking to engage a part-time Religious Assistant & Program Coordinator. Read more

Woolworths to the rescue

May 22, 2020 by  

Melbourne’s  ARK Centre developed a Pay it Forward initiative as the COVID-19 crisis hit to help individuals and families struggling as a result of isolation and the numerous impacts of Coronavirus. Read more

On Zoom/Facebook: Yom Yerushalayim community celebrations

May 18, 2020 by  

On Thursday, May 21st, 2020, the Zionist Council of NSW and partners will be hosting the annual Yom Yerushalayim Community Celebrations. Read more

Victorian Jewish community update

April 6, 2020 by  

We all know someone who will be spending Pesach alone this year. Read more

CBDChabad distributing care packages

March 29, 2020 by  

CBDChabad Sydney has been organising and distributing basic care packages that are compromised of food and hygiene products to assist those who are in isolation, can’t wait for long hours in lines or are unable to keep returning to local supermarkets for just the basics.  Read more

Firies say thanks

February 27, 2020 by  

A Rural Fire Service unit from Mittagong has visited Sydney’s Our Big Kitchen to say thank you to for the hundreds of men and women who volunteered at the kitchen to prepare meals and care packages for exhausted Fire Service units around the state during the horrendous bush fires. Read more

My Herzl: Live the Legacy

December 9, 2019 by  

The Israel Forever Foundation has launched My Herzl International Essay Competition to inspire critical thinking and engagement with Zionism and its relevance today among young Jews. Read more

J-Wire has free tickets for: A Maccabi LIFE community event for the whole family.

November 12, 2019 by  

The Maccabi LIFE Health & Wellness Expo will bring together leading professionals, speakers and exhibitors at an informative and fun day – out that will get you and your family thinking about health and well-being. Read more

Police on a Jewish beat

October 31, 2019 by  

Members of the NSW Police band visited Sydney’s Central Synagogue ahead of last week’s Friday night Police Remembrance Shabbat. Read more

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