Communal and affiliate Organisations
The information contained in this directory has been provided by the organisations listed. The JCCV takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided by the organisations, or lack thereof.
# ACCESS INC
Partners with young adults with disabilities to achieve goals in areas that are important to us all – education & employment, social connectedness, health & fitness and hobbies & passions. We do this by recognising that mainstream approaches are often not ideally suited to differing abilities and thus try to find more creative, supportive and personalised solutions to encourage greater success.
CEO: Sharon Malecki T: 9272 5603
PO Box 2401, Caulfield Junction 3161
LJLA 304-306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Sth 3162 [email protected] www.accessinc.com.au
ADASS ISRAEL CONGREGATION
Independent Orthodox Community.
24 Glen Eira Ave, Ripponlea, 3183
T: 9523 1204, 9528 5632; Office: T: 9528 3079 [email protected]
Adass Israel School
Orthodox Jewish educational system. 10-12 King St, & 86-90 Orrong Rd, Elsternwick 3185. Kindergartens, primary and high schools. [email protected]; T: 9523 6422
F: 9523 0663; Acting Principal: Mrs Measey
Menahel: Rabbi Kenig. Menaheles Mrs Friedman Admin: Mr Moshe Nussbacher
Adass Israel Chevra Kadisha
Performs all religious rites and burials at the Adass Israel Cemetery.
712 Princes Hwy, Springvale T: 9528 5424
Parlour: 16 Horne St, Elsternwick 3185
Caulfield-Adass Israel Mikvah
9 Furneaux Gve, East St Kilda 3183
T: 9528 1116 Ring for appointment.
AIA – ASSOCIATION OF ISRAELIS IN AUSTRALIA - Affiliated with GIL, Global Israeli Leadership. NFP Australian Israeli community Federal roof body. Encourages Israeli and Jewish identity, culture and bond with the State of Israel. www.ausraelim.com.au
Pres: Eitan Drori 0414 235 567 Sec: Dr Ran Porat 0404 642 833
Board member: Ghil'ad Zuckermann
AISH AUSTRALIA
A warm open atmosphere to meet twenty- somethings and learn about your heritage.
Rabbi Andrew Saffer T: 1300 741 613 [email protected] www.aish.org.au
46 Balaclava Rd, St Kilda East Vic 3183
ALEPH MELBOURNE
A fully inclusive social, support & advocacy group for people of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and intersex status. Family support available. [email protected]
Unit 2/24 Winbirra Pde, Ashwood 3147
Michael Barnett T: 0417-595-541 www.aleph.org.au facebook.com/alephmelb
ALIYAH CENTRE
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162
T: 9272 5688 [email protected]
ANTI-DEFAMATION COMMISSION (ADC) – Founded in 1979, is Australia’s leading civil rights organisation fighting anti-Semitism and racism through educational programs that combat bigotry, prejudice and all forms of hatred. ADC has a high media profile. PO box 354, Elsternwick 3185
Edna Lipson T: 9569 2735 [email protected] www.antidef.org.au
# ARK CENTRE (AUBURN ROAD CENTRE INC)
Modern inclusive Jewish community centre with services on Shabbat and festivals. Admin: Lynn Herson T: 8658 4044; Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann
7 Cato St, Hawthorn East 3123 [email protected] www.thearkcentre.org.au
AUSiMED – Australia/Israel Medical Research
We facilitate and fund medical research collaborations between Australian and Israeli scientists from any research institution.. Donations to AUSiMED are tax deductible.
Senior Program Manager: Karen Teshuva T: 9272 5699
Lvl 1, Suite 5, 242 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield 3161 [email protected] www.ausimed.org
AUSTRALASIAN JEWISH MEDICAL FEDERATION (VIC) (AJMF)
Fosters relationships within the Australian and Israeli medical/paramedical community and between Australian & Israeli medical personnel. Membership is open to medical and paramedical professionals and students.
PO Box 2270 Caulfield Junction VIC 3161 Victorian President: Dr Miriam Kuttner [email protected] www.ajmf.org.au
# AUSTRALASIAN UNION OF JEWISH STUDENTS (VICTORIA) (AUJS)
Roof body for all Jewish Student societies on tertiary campuses. Promotes Zionist and Jewish education throughout Australia/ New Zealand through social, educational and political activity and the annual Israel and overseas programs.
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield 3162
T: 9272 5622 F: 9272 5620 [email protected] www.aujs.com.au
AUSTRALIA-ISRAEL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (AICC) – Promotes bilateral trade and investment between Australia and Israel. 11 Queens Rd, Melbourne 3004
CEO: Mr Marcus Mandie
T: 9820 3363 F: 9820 3190 [email protected] www.aicc.org.au
AUSTRALIA/ISRAEL & JEWISH AFFAIRS COUNCIL (AIJAC) – The premier public affairs organisation for the Australian Jewish community. Publishes “The Australia/Israel Review” (AIR) which highlights developments in the Middle East affecting Israel and public policy issues concerning the Australian community.
National Chair: Mr Mark Leibler AC; Exec Dir: Dr Colin Rubenstein AM; Events Coordinator: Helen Brustman OAM; Admin: Rosemary Sandler rsandler@aijac.org.au
Lvl 1, 22 Albert Rd, South Melbourne 3205
T: (03) 9681 6660 F: (03) 9681 6650 www.aijac.org.au
AUSTRALIAN ARCHIVE OF JEWISH MUSIC
A resource and research centre that collects, preserves, promotes and makes sound, visual and bibliographic materials relating to Jewish music in Australia and Southeast Asia.
CoDir: Professor Margaret J Kartomi AM & Professor Mark Baker; Archivist: Bronia Kornhauser T: 9905 9032 F: 9905 3241 [email protected]
Menzies Bldg (Lvl 4 South, Bldg 11), 20 Chancellors Walk, Clayton 3800
AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR JEWISH CIVILISATION - Australia’s largest institution of tertiary Jewish studies. An Interdisciplinary centre immersed in the academic study of the cultures, literatures, politics and histories of Jewish civilisation. [email protected] Monash Uni – Caulfield, 9th Flr, Bldg S, 900 Dandenong Rd, Caulfield East 3145; PO Box 197, Caulfield East 3145 http://artsonline.monash.edu.au/acjc/
# AUSTRALIAN FORUM OF RUSSIAN SPEAKING JEWRY (AFRJ) - Facilitates integration of Russian speaking Jews into Australian society, establishing communication with other Jewish communities, and strengthening the connection with Israel.
President: Dr Alex Taube - 0416 270 781
PO Box 555, Bentleigh East Vic 3165 [email protected] www.afrj.org.au
AUSTRALIAN FRIENDS OF BAR-ILAN UNIVERSITY (Victorian Branch)
Assists financially and develops ties between the University and the Melbourne Jewish community. Organises exchanges of students and academia.
Dr Manny Kingsley 9527 1136/ 0409 407 565
AUSTRALIAN FRIENDS OF SHAARE ZEDEK HOSPITAL - The “Hospital with a Heart”. A voluntary organisation raising funds and awareness of Jerusalem’s most central hospital. Shaare treats over half a mllion patients per year and is one of the largest maternity hospitals in the Western world. Chairman: Dr Allan Garfield T/F: 9527 1203 / 0417 638 123 PO Box 509, Elsternwick 3185 [email protected] www.shaarezedek.org.au
AUSTRALIAN FRIENDS OF TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY (VIC) INC - Promotes the university. Raises funds for scholarships for underprivileged, New Immigrant IDF Reservists and Australian students. Pres: Rosie Potaznik; T: 9296 2065 F: 9296 2165; Executive Director: Vanessa Cohen; TOK H Corporate Centre, Lvl 1, 459 Toorak Rd, Toorak 3142; [email protected] www.aftau.asn.au
# AUSTRALIAN JEWISH DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY (AJDS) - Supports social justice and human rights, focusing on racism, refugees, Indigenous issues in Australia and Israel/Palestine. PO Box 450, Elsternwick 3185
Yael Winikoff T: 0423 234 069; [email protected] www.ajds.org.au; https://www.facebook.com/AustralianJewishDemocraticSociety
AUSTRALIAN JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY (Vic) Inc. - Learn about family history research through lectures, workshops and individual help programs. Resource collection housed at the Lamm Jewish Library of Australia
304 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162
Pres: Allan Jankie T: 0403 040 838
PO Box 2071, Camberwell West Vic 3124 [email protected] www.ajgs-vic.org.au
# AUSTRALIAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF VICTORIA INC – Custodians of a huge archive of materials recounting the history of the Jewish presence in Australia. Researches, records, preserves, publishes and arranges safe storage of archival materials. Reference Library of microfilms, books and journals in the LJLA. Publishes a bi- annual Journal and holds regular lectures & events on a wide range of topics concerning the Australian Jewish experience. Pres: Dr Howard Freeman OAM
Co-Pres: Frances Prince; Hon Sec: David Marlow
311/95 Ormond Rd, Elwood 3184 [email protected] www.ajhs.com.au
# AUSTRALIAN JEWISH PSYCHOLOGISTS INC (AJP) - Established by Australian Jewish psychologists to make a professional contribution to the community through workshops, seminars and discussion groups, four times a year. Pres: Dr Nicky Jacobs
T: 0409 998 191 [email protected] www.ajp.org.au
# AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY OF POLISH JEWS & THEIR DESCENDANTS (ASPJ) – Dedicated to preserving and promoting the historical and cultural heritage of Jewish life in Poland. Fostering understanding between current & future generations of the Polish and Jewish communities.
Co Pres: Bernard Korbman OAM & Ezra May V-Pres: Izi Marmur
Sec: Ms L Fiszman [email protected]
T/F: 9523 9573 PO Box 56, Elsternwick 3185
# BALLARAT HEBREW CONGREGATION INC
Historic Synagogue founded in 1861.
Cnr Princes, Barkly & St Pauls Way, Ballarat East 3350. Pres: Mr John L Abraham
PO Box 1098, Ballarat BC, 3354
T: 0414 714 851 [email protected]
Sec: Bernie Stone T: 5332 1271
211 Drummond St North, Ballarat 3350
BEIT AHARON
An independent modern orthodox shule with an emphasis on congregant participation.
15 Mayfield St, East St Kilda 3183
PO Box 136, Balaclava 3183 T: 9528 5480 [email protected]
Sec: Sandra Gillis www.beitaharon.com.au
BEIT RAFAEL BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION
Provides fully furnished, self-contained apartments (including food items) to allow families to remain close to their loved one receiving hospital treatment. Services – Alfred Hospital, Cabrini (Malvern), Monash Medical Centre (Clayton),Royal Children’s, Royal Women’s, Royal Melbourne. Accommodation available 24/7 throughout the entire year. Medical shuttle available to assist those needing to attend health appointments, chemotherapy, dialysis, specialist Doctors, x-ray.
Contact:Shimon & Adina Allen - 0421 408 522 Donations are tax deductible.
E: [email protected]. www.beitrafael.org.
BETAR MELBOURNE
A youth movement which informally educates kids aged 7-18 about Zionism, Judaism and Jewish identity. Running camps & weekly meetings in Melbourne.
Director: Eli Janover T: 0432 517 380 E: vic@betar.org.au www.betar.org.au
2/4 Maple Str, Caulfield Sth 3162
BETH RIVKAH LADIES COLLEGE
Orthodox day school for girls Kinder-VCE. Offering Jewish and General education.
T: 9822 8227 F: 9522 8257
14-20 Balaclava Rd, East St Kilda 3183 [email protected] www.ybr.vic.edu.au
Yeshivah Beth Rivkah Preschools (Gurewicz Early Learning Centre) T: 9528 8393
Head of Pre-Schools: Mrs Barbara Belfer
Yeshivah Beth Rivkah Parent Liaison: Michelle Blutman - [email protected]
BETH WEIZMANN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE – Home to over 20 communal organisations, together with the co-located Lamm Jewish Library of Australia. A community hub for Jewish/Israel related activities. Facilities available for hire.
T: 9272 5555 F: 9272 5540
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162 [email protected] www.zionismvictoria.org.au
BET OLAM JEWISH FUNERALS
Funerals in keeping with Jewish custom, tradition, your practices and beliefs. Pre-arranged or pre-paid funeral options.
Please call Rhonda Nirens JP on - 9883-6237 24 hour/7 days (See Ad for details) [email protected] www.jewishfunerals.org.au
#BIALIK COLLEGE
A cross-communal Jewish Zionist school from 3yrs-VCE, embracing an inclusive approach to Judaism. The Sam & Minnie Smorgon Campus, 429 Auburn Rd, East Hawthorn 3123; PO Box 422, Hawthorn 3122
Pres: Kate Beaconsfield
Principal: Jeremy Stowe-Lindner
T: 9822 7981 F: 9822 0553 [email protected] www.bialik.vic.edu.au
BIKUR CHOLIM VICTORIA (Partners In Health) – Patient support through Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care * Hospital visitation * Shabbat and Yom Tov packages * Jewish Festival Programs * Shabbat Pantries. PO Box 45, Balaclava 3183
Dir: Rabbi Boruch Shapiro T: 0406 386 770 [email protected]
# BLAKE STREET HEBREW CONGREGATION INC – Modern Orthodox Synagogue that prides itself on its friendly atmosphere. Admin: Dominique Lavy T: 9530 0685 F: 9530 0895
Pres: Izhak Salomonovitch
868 Glenhuntly Rd, Caulfield 3162 PO Box 2162, Caulfield Junction 3161 [email protected] www.blakestreet.org.au
# B’NAI B’RITH VICTORIA INC.
Active in community service, cultural activities & projects in support of Israel. Offering scholarships, social outings & projects that enhance our community..Welcoming to all Jewish people irrespective of background, religious or secular affiliation..
Pres: Dr Benny Monheit
Exec Dev. Officer: Frances Stiglec T: 9523 0888 Facebook @BnaiBrithVic
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Sth, Vic 3162 [email protected] www.bnaibrith.org.au
B’nai B’rith Courage to Care (Vic) Inc. Travelling Exhibition & Educational Program in schools & community groups, highlighting actions of the Righteous Among the Nations to challenge prejudice, discrimination & racism.
Chair: Dr Tony Weldon OAM CEO: Mike Zervos Prog Mgr: Zoi Juvris
T. 9533 0955 [email protected] www.couragetocare.org.au
B’nai B’rith Annual Jewish Youth Art Competition - Promotes art for Ages 11-18. Prizes in all categories and scholarship for most promising young artist.
Chair: Mark Rubinstein
B’nai B’rith Showcase (previously Eisteddfod) - Ages 8-25. Encourages talented pianists, instrumentalists and vocalists in a safe environment. Professional Adjudicators. Prizes for major winners. Chair: Andrew Kolb
B’nai B’rith Parents’ Home
Nineteen independent self-contained flats for the elderly. Chair: Tony Levy OAM
B’nai B’rith Parents' Home
19 independent self-contained flats for the elderly. Chair: Tony Levy OAM
BNEI AKIVA VICTORIA
Largest Modern Orthodox, Religious Zionist youth movement outside of Israel. For ages 8-18, weekly on Shabbat afternoons, twice yearly camps and Shnat programs to Israel.
81 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North 3161 [email protected] www.bneiakiva.com.au
# BRIGHTON HEBREW CONGREGATION
Orthodox Congregation. Social and cultural activities for all age groups. Counselling. Sick visiting. Barmitzvah and Batmitzvah lessons. 9am-2pm Tues-Thurs; Office Mgr: Carin Danon; T: 9592 9179 F: 9593 1682 PO Box 202, Bentleigh 3204 brighton.shule @bightonshule.org.au www.brightonshule.org.au
132-136 Marriage Rd, East Brighton 3187 [email protected]
CAULFIELD BETH HAMEDRASH
(Aka Katanga) hosts daily Minyanim and Shiurim. at 305 Glen Eira Rd, Caulfield 3161
Sec: Mr Ezra May. [email protected] www.cbh-katanga.com
# CAULFIELD HEBREW CONGREGATION INC
Orthodox Shule in the heart of Jewish Melbourne. Pres: David Mond
Senior Rabbi: Rabbi Ralph Genende Or Chadash: Rabbi Mottel Krasnjanski
Chazan Rishon: Dov Farkas
Chazan Sheni: Gedaliah Levin
Office Mgr: Yael Garkawe; T: 9525 9492
F: 9527 8463; Office: Mon-Thurs 9am-4pm, Fri and Erev Yom Tov 9am-2pm; PO Box 1137, Caulfield Nth 3161; 572 Inkerman Rd, Caulfield 3161 [email protected] www.caulfieldshule.com.au
CAULFIELD MIKVAH (THE)
The most luxurious Mikvah in Australia. Located in a convenient, central position for the Caulfield and St Kilda community. Supervision by Rabbi Beck. T: 9528 1116
9 Furneaux Grove, East St Kilda
C CARE
Combating social Isolation and underprivileged in the Melbourne Jewish community.
T: 03 9636 3321 www.ccare.org.au [email protected]
CENTRAL SHULE CHABAD
Daily Minyanim including Public Holidays. Friday Night Service with Central Choir and Chazan Didi Levin. Office T: 9532 9180 F: 9532 8736
Rabbi Y I Riesenberg [email protected]
4 Maple St, South Caulfield, Vic 3162
PO Box 2294, Caulfield Junction, Vic 3161 www.centralshule.com.au
CHABAD BAYSIDE
Every Jew is always welcome! A place for all Jewish needs in East Brighton/ surrounds. Shule services, programs for children, afterschool and holiday events.
65 Landcox St, Brighton East 3187
Rabbi Shaul Engel 9596 7701 / 0438 260 055 [email protected] www.jewishbayside.com
CHABAD BENTLEIGH – BEIS MENACHEM COMMUNITY CENTRE – Serving Bentleigh/surrounds. Gan Gabi & Rivki ELC, Hebrew school, adult classes,
Daily services, “Mummy & Me”, holiday and
Festival programs. Men and women Mikvah.
13-17 Cecil St, East Bentleigh 3165
Director: Rabbi Mendel Raskin T: 9570 6707
Rabbi Yitzchak Engel: 0433 209 423 [email protected] CHABAD CARNEGIE
Rabbi Yisroel Raskin T: 0433 695 698 / 9570 6707 [email protected]
695 North Road, Carnegie 3163 www.chabadmckinnon.com
CHABAD ON CARLISLE - Jewish Russian Centre
Organisation to assist Jewish immigrants from former USSR. Dissemination of Judaic literature in Russian. Rabbi Y Sufrin
T: 0425 745 077 366 Carlisle St, (PO Box 145), Balaclava 3183 T: 9527 6341 [email protected] www.chabadoncarlisle.com.au
CHABAD HOUSE OF CAULFIELD - 770
Orthodox Shule. Chabad Outreach Centre. Annual Chanukah in the Park. 439 Inkerman Road, East St Kilda 3183; Prog Dir/ Gabbai: Rabbi Shimon Shmerling; T: 8532 2800 /0468 435 770; [email protected]/ [email protected] F: 8532 2871
Dir: Rabbi Joseph Gutnick F: 9510 5655; www.chabadcaulfield.com.au
CHABAD FRANKSTON & MORNINGTON PENINSULA – Serving the Jewish Community in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula area.
3/19 Shaxton Circle, Frankston (Entry from Heatherhill Rd) 3199
PO Box 4238, Frankston Heights 3199 Directors: Rabbi Levi & Rivka Bondar
T: 0413 531 872 [email protected]
CHABAD HOUSE OF GLEN EIRA
A family centred 40 placement Child Care Centre who provide a rich Jewish education environment for children between 6-36 mths. 484 Glen Eira Rd, Caulfield 3162
T: (03) 9532 7299 [email protected]
CHABAD HOUSE OF MALVERN/TOORAK INC
Provides synagogue services, Childcare, Educational and Social programs to the local Community. 316 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern 3144
Dir: Rabbi Shimshon Yurkowicz T: 9822 4985 [email protected] www.chabad.com.au
Youth and Early Learning Centre: 353 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern; [email protected]
CHABAD OF MELBOURNE CBD
Ste 301/343 Little Collins St, Melbourne 3000; PO Box 222, Balaclava Vic 3183
Director: Rabbi Chaim Herzog
T: 613 9525 9929/ 0418 650 770 [email protected] www.chabad.org.au
CHABAD OF RURAL & REGIONAL AUSTRALIA (RARA) – Aims to care for the spiritual and general needs of families living outside of the main Jewish communities in Australia. Dir: Yosef Rodal 0425 730 412; [email protected]
7/110 Hotham St, Balaclava 3183; www.chabadofrara.org CHABAD YOUTH
Offers a range of programs, services and events for early childhood to young adults.
1 A’Beckett St, East St Kilda, 3183
Youth Dir: Rabbi Moshe Kahn 9522 8274 [email protected] www.chabadyouth.org
CHEVRA HATZOLAH MELBOURNE INC
Provides a professional, high level of emergency medical care for the Community.
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. - In the event of a medical emergency, when every second counts, Call Hatzolah on 9527 5111
Office: 8534 0100 320 Orrong Rd, Caulfield North Vic 3161 [email protected] www.hatzolah.org.au
CHILD SURVIVORS OF THE HOLOCAUST
A group of people who suffered Nazi persecution as children. This includes people from Kindertransports, survivors from Russia and Shanghai. New members welcome. Holocaust Centre, 13-15 Selwyn St, Elsternwick 3185
T: 9528 1985 [email protected]
COMMUNITY SECURITY GROUP (CSG)
Works under the auspices of the Jewish Community Council of Victoria. It exists to ensure the security of the Jewish community in Victoria and provides advice and protection to community groups. Maintains a list of antisemitic incidents and liaises with relevant authorities as appropriate. To report incidents, or for advice on routine security matters please telephone 9519 8600.
For emergencies call 1300 000 274 (24 hours) [email protected] www.thecsg.org.au/vic
# COUNCIL OF ORTHODOX SYNAGOGUES OF VICTORIA LTD (COSV) - Roof body of Orthodox Synagogues in Victoria.
T: 0434 531 338 [email protected]
Office: 234 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield Nth 3161
PO Box 9, Balaclava 3183 www.cosv.org.au
CRANBOURNE GOLF CLUB
Formed by members of the Melbourne Jewish community, featuring a course comparable to many of the Melbourne Sandbelt Clubs.
Gen Mgr: Cameron Mott
Membership: 5991 3400; Golf enq: 5991 3456
835 South Gippsland Highway, (3977 PO Box 534) Cranbourne 3977 [email protected] www.cranbournegolf.com.au
# EAST MELBOURNE HEBREW CONG.
Orthodox Synagogue situated in central city position. Classified by National Trust.
Office: Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am - 2pm.
Rabbi Dovid Gutnick
488 Albert St, East Melbourne 3002
Sec: Ruth Leonards T: 9662 1372 [email protected] www.melbournecitysynagogue.com
ELSTERNWICK JEWISH COMMUNITY
Orthodox congregation with regular cultural and educational events.
Rabbi Mark Steiner 0422 718 026 [email protected]
Chairman: Robbie Wyner 0417 541 957 (ah only); [email protected]
Gabbai: Bryan Winthrope 0400 343 734 (ah only) [email protected]
2 Nagle Ave, Elsternwick 3185; (entry for services via Bretani Ave)
Sec: Sally-Ann Jaye 0437 625 350 (no SMS) [email protected]
# ELWOOD TALMUD TORAH CONGREGATION
Orthodox Shule with a rich tradition and family oriented atmosphere. Twice daily prayer services. Talmudic and Halachic shiurim.
Rabbi Shmuel Karnowski T: 9531 1945
39 Dickens St, Elwood 3184
Jack Lipson T: 9531 1547 F: 9531 6063 [email protected] www.ElwoodShule.org
# EMMY MONASH AGED CARE INC
Award winning Jewish aged care provider delivering independent living, residential aged care and respite services. With an unparalleled range of lifestyle activities and accommodation, you have the freedom to plan the next stage of your life in comfort & with confidence. Pres: Joe Krampel AM, CEO: Tanya Abramzon
518-526 Dandenong Rd (Cnr Hawthorn Rd) Nth Caulfield 3161. T: 8508 9300
F: 9509 6176 [email protected] www.emmymonash.asn.au
EMUNAH AUSTRALIA
Focuses on education, strengthening the Jewish family, social welfare, advancing the status of women & volunteerism through its many programs, day care centres, crisis centres and residential homes across Israel.
81 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield 3161 Debbie Kloot T: 8317 2516 [email protected] www.emunah.org
ETZ CHAYIM PROGRESSIVE SYNAGOGUE
A warm, inviting Progressive synagogue where everyone is welcome. Serving Melbourne's Jewish community & the South East Suburbs connecting Jewish families, generation to generation.
Dynamic leadership. Rabbi Allison Conyer; Pres: Maureen Barten
T: 9563 9208, 549 Centre Rd, Bentleigh 3204 [email protected] www.etzchayim.org.au FRIENDS OF THE JEWISH HOLOCAUST CENTRE - Membership supports the work of the Centre, its museum and education program. Mship - Single $54, Family $108, Students $36. 13-15 Selwyn St, Elsternwick Vic 3185
9528 1985 [email protected] www.jhc.org.au
FRIENDS OF LIKUD
Renders moral and material assistance to the people of Israel and furthers the ideals of the Jewish State in accordance with the teachings of Ze’ev Jabotinsky. T: 0415 103 178
Mr Alex Goodman [email protected]
23 Goe St, South Caulfield Vic 3162
GIRL GUIDES - see SCOUTS
HABONIM DROR
A Zionist youth movement that operates throughout Australia and around the world. With an aim to enrich the Jewish identities of the youth in our community.
1 Sinclair St, (PO Box 326), Elsternwick 3185 [email protected] hdoz.com/melbourne
HADASSAH AUSTRALIA INC
Supports and raises funds for Jerusalem’s medical centre of excellence delivering global impact through healing, teaching and research.
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162
T: 9272 5600 [email protected] www.hadassahaustralia.org
HAMERKAZ SHELANU INC
Provides synagogue services, educational and social programs to the local Israeli and Jewish Community. KaTeeny ELC. Lamdeni afterschool classes: 5-13yrs daily 4-6.00pm. www.lamdeni.org Dir: Rabbi Motty Liberow
569 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick 3185
T: 9524 7700 F: 9524 7799 [email protected] www.hs.org.au
HASHOMER HATZAIR (HASHY)
A world-wide Jewish youth movement that has been operating in Melbourne for over 60 years. Educating our Chanichim about our secular Jewish values and fostering a love for Israel whilst imparting a sense of responsibility to our local, Jewish and global communities, and seek to engage in social activism. 214 Inkerman St, East St Kilda. Sun 2:30-4:30pm Yrs 3-7; 6.00-8:00pm Yrs 8-12.
For more info contact: [email protected] www.hashyaus.org
HINENI YOUTH & WELFARE
Modern Orthodox. Pluralist Zionism, Political, Social, Camps. Sundays at Caulfield Hebrew Congregation, Yrs 2- 6 2:30-4:30pm, Yrs 7-12 4– 6pm.
572 Inkerman Rd, Caulfield North 3161 [email protected] www.hineni.org.au
JAG (JEWISH AND GAY MELBOURNE)
Connects Jewish LGBTI, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex young adults through social Inclusion, advocacy and education for acceptance of diversity and equality.
Wayne Green T: 0409 956 442 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/JAG- Melbourne/182128235302113
J-AIR Jewish Australia Internet Radio
A radio station for the Jewish community of Melbourne on 87.8FM and internet to the world.
Pres: George Banky [email protected]
PO Box 187, St Kilda Post Office 8004
Station Manager: Robert Bontschek T: 0418 381 481 [email protected] www.j-air.com.au
JEWISH BEREAVED PARENTS INC
Supporting Jewish parents who have lost a child, whatever the age or circumstance. Peer support, library, activities and outings.
Cynthia Pollak T: 0403 867 494
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Sth Vic 3162
[email protected] www.JBP.org.au
# JEWISH CARE (VICTORIA) INC
Pres: Mike Debinski; CEO: Bill Appleby; COO: Hugh Cattermole; CFO: Mahan Krishnan; GM Community: Mark Joel
Jewish Care together with our community is building and supporting a healthy, resilient and inclusive Jewish community. Our purpose is to deliver excellent care and support underpinned by Jewish values for the community we serve. T: 8517 5777
619 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 3004 PO Box 6156, St Kilda Road Central 3004 [email protected] www.jewishcare.org.au
JEWISH CHILDRENS AID SOCIETY INC. - Raises funds through Posh Opp Shoppes at 484 and 1226 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick. Supports over 250 children with disabilities and special needs in Jewish Day Schools.
Shop info: Rosalie Silverstein T: 9572 2248 Sec: Richard Kennett [email protected]
JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF VICTORIA
For 81 years the JCCV has been the peak body of Victorian Jewry, Australia’s largest Jewish community. With 54 major communal organisations as its affiliates, the JCCV represents the mosaic of Jewish religious, political, cultural, welfare, educational and social associations serving the Jewish community in Victoria. The State and Federal Governments, their agencies and Victoria Police. The media, ethnic and religious groups have long recognised the JCCV as the representative body of the Victorian Jewish community, speaking on its behalf on all matters affecting its welfare, safety and interests. As such, the JCCV provides leadership and a voice for Victorian Jewry’s 52,000 members to the wider Victorian community. Our constituent organisations nominate members of the Council which meets regularly in plenary session. The JCCV Executive meets monthly. Through consultation, advocacy and working with government, other faith and ethnic communities, the media, police, service providers and the general public, the JCCV seeks to achieve the following goals:
1. Harmonious and constructive relationships between the various elements of the Victorian Jewish community and the broader Victorian community.
2. A positive perception of Jews and Judaism in Victorian society.
3. Greater understanding of and respect for the Jewish way of life.
4. A thriving local Jewish community.
5. A safer local Jewish community.
6. Zero community tolerance of racism in general and antisemitism in particular.
7. Continuing and enhancing the Victorian Jewish community’s contribution to social justice.
8. Wider knowledge and understanding of the Holocaust and its lessons.
9. And in partnership with Zionism Victoria.
• A more sophisticated public understanding of Israel’s efforts to achieve peace and security.
• Effective counteraction of misinformation on Israel, the Middle East and the Arab/Israel conflict.
• A more sophisticated understanding of Israel in relation to contemporary Jewish identity.
To achieve these priorities, the JCCV’s work includes: advocacy, community planning and development, training and education, outreach, community security, responding to antisemitic incidents, interfaith and multicultural dialogue, media and public relations, the online community calendar, community events, scholarship administration, Holocaust Remembrance, social justice and social inclusion, and youth protection & development.
Executive Director: Judy Fetter
Business Manager: Hilary McMahon
Project Manager: Anat Aloni
306 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield South 3162
T: 9272 5566 F: 9272 5560 [email protected] www.jccv.org.au
JEWISH COMMUNITY CRISIS MANAGEMENT (JCCM)
JCCM is an agency that coordinates the resources of the community during times of crisis, disaster and/or emergency. To request assistance in a community-wide crisis or emergency 24/7 - call 1300 000 274. To request more information or becoming involved in JCCM e: [email protected] or call 03 9519 8606 (bh)
# JEWISH CULTURAL CENTRE AND NATIONAL LIBRARY (KADIMAH) – The Kadimah is the predominant home of Yiddish language and culture in Australia, with a rich array of programs and events all year round and regular Yiddish reading and schmooze groups, radio, cultural & social activities. Our library has the largest collection of Yiddish books, A/V and other publications in Australia.
Pres: Renata Singer, CEO: Adam Kreuzer [email protected]
7 Selwyn St, Elsternwick 3185 T: 9532 7758 www.kadimah.org.au
JEWISH ECOLOGICAL COALITION INC. (JECO)
Working to deepen the Jewish community’s religious and moral obligation to protect the environment. C/- B'nai B'rith Victoria, 306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Sth 3162. [email protected] www.jeco.org.au/
# JEWISH HOLOCAUST CENTRE (JHC)
Dedicated to the memory of the six million Jewish Holocaust Victims. Combatting racism and antisemitism. The JHC provides a range of educational programs, research facilities, a museum, library, extensive archive and collection of survivor testimonies. Wheelchair access. Mon-Thurs 10am-4pm, Fri 10am-2pm, Sun 12-4pm; Co- Pres: Pauline Rockman OAM & Sue Hampel OAM;
Museum Dir: Jane Josem [email protected]
13-15 Selwyn St, Elsternwick 3185;
T: 9528 1985 F: 9528 3758; www.jhc.org.au
# JEWISH LABOR BUND INC
281 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield 3161
Pres: Michael Zylberman T: 0433 100 138
Promotes Bundism through youth work. Community choir, lectures & meetings. Co-presents the annual In One Voice Festival and plays an active political & cultural role in the community. www.bundist.org Youth group SKIF meets weekly [email protected]
# JEWISH MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
Award-winning Museum cultural institution recognised nationally and internationally. Experience the richness of Judaism through contemporary art & culture, Australian Jewish history, ritual and religious beliefs. The Museum shop.offers unique pieces of Judaica by Australian artists and artisans.
Pres: Barry Fradkin OAM; [email protected]
T: 8534 3600 F: 9534 0844
26 Alma Rd, (PO Box 117) St Kilda 3182 www.jewishmuseum.com.au
JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF AUSTRALIA INC.VIC. DIVISION (JNF) – Responsible for the sustainable development of communities, research & development and conservation of scarce natural resources throughout Israel. For over a century the JNF has operated in Australia, as one of its most prominent & trusted communal organisations raising funds for life-changing, environmental and benevolent relief projects, while maintaining a tangible link between the Jewish people and Israel. Exec. Dir: Ilana Maizels T: 1300 563 563
PO Box 19, Caulfield South 3162 [email protected] www.jnf.org.au
JOSEPH GILIGICH FOUNDATION
Promotes, fosters and encourages Yiddish culture and learning in Educational institutions. Collects catalogues and distributes books and cultural materials. Pres: Rachel Kalman OAM T: 9500 0829; 7 Selwyn St, Elsternwick 3185
KANGARUSSKI - A vibrant young Russian-speaking Jewish community in Australia, offering a range of social and educational activities from holiday camps to Limmud FSU. Volunteers welcome. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Kangarusski
KEDEM SYNAGOGUE (Kehillat David haMelech) - Lay lead innovative and progressive shul community that celebrates Jewish life with warmth, fun, music & food. Services held 1st & 3rd Shabbat at 10.00am.
Pres: Jim Cyngler 0412 108 390
520 Orrong Rd, Armadale 3143; (RM Campus), PO Box 1043, Caulfield North 3161 [email protected] www.kedem.com.au
# KEHILAT NITZAN CONSERVATIVE (MASORTI) COMMUNITY INC - Provides traditional egalitarian services, youth, social & cultural events.
Pres: Rhona Rosenberg; Rabbi: Rabbi Yonatan Sadoff Admin: Miri Abramovich
T: 9500 0906 36-40 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North 3161 PO Box 2313, Caulfield Junction 3161 [email protected] www.kehilatnitzan.org.au
# KESHET AUSTRALIA, Inc.
Supporting Jewish Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender. Challenging ongoing prejudice and discrimination. Focusing on engaging education activities. Jonathan Barnett
T: 0467 508 868 [email protected] www.keshet.org.au
# KEW HEBREW CONGREGATION INC.
Modern Orthodox Synagogue featuring stained glass windows designed by Louis Kahan AO.
Weekly Shabbat & Yom Tov services, dinners for Chagim, Talmud Classes, Education Programs. The Norman Smorgon Hall is available for functions.
Pres: Anthony Lewis Services conducted by Chazan Yehezkel Braun
T: 9853 9243 F: 9853 1354 [email protected] www.khc.org.au
53 Walpole St, (PO Box 946), Kew 3101;
# KING DAVID SCHOOL (THE)
Values of Modern Thinking Judaism inform every aspect of School life.. Emphasis on academic & personal excellence, creativity and individual self-expression. An outstanding education is provided from 18 months Early Learning -VCE
Principal: Marc Light T: 9291 7900
School Council President: Lahra Carey
517 Orrong Rd, Armadale 3143; PO Box 286, Malvern 3144; www.kds.vic.edu.au
Admissions Dept: 9527 0102 [email protected]
KDS Parents’ Association Pres: Carrie Kausman [email protected] KOLLEL BETH HATALMUD YEHUDA FISHMAN INSTITUTE - Provides advanced Talmudic studies, adult education evening classes for men, women and children, seminars, outreach programs, and Halachic research.
T: 9527 6156 F: 9527 8034
362A Carlisle St, Balaclava 3183
Rabbi E Saftlas; Rabbi Y Fisher. [email protected] www.kollel.com.au
KOOK KOSHER COMMUNITY KITCHEN
Kosher Kitchen at Beth Weizmann 306 Hawthorn Road Caulfield South.
Available for hire for; Catering, Schools, Teaching, Events, Parties & More.
For further information please contact:
Daniella Gozlan 9272 5507 [email protected]
KOSHER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Australia’s main Kosher certification agency. Provides education courses on Kashrus, supervision for manufacturers, caterers, restaurants and function centres. Annual Kosher Australia Food/Pesach Guide and app.
81 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield Nth 3161
General Manager: Yankel Wajsbort
T: 1300KOSHER/ 8317 2500 F: 9527 5665 [email protected] www.kosher.org.au
# KOSHER MEALS ON WHEELS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA INC – A non-profit organisation under the Rabbinic supervision of Kosher Australia Pty Ltd, providing meals for pensioners, elderly, incapacitated, hospitals, nursing homes and any requests for Kosher meals.
T: 9527 5525 F: 9527 4844 www.koshermealsonwheels.org.au
Pres: Robert Seifman; Admin: Lorraine Abel
572 Inkerman Rd, (POB 1101), Caulfield North 3161
LAMDENI SCHOOL
Provides Hebrew & Jewish Heritage classes for Primary School Children 5-13yrs
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 4-6 pm. Bat/Bar Mitzvah Program.
569 Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick 3185
Directors: Rabbi Motty and Dina Liberow
T: 9524 7777 F: 9524 7799 [email protected] www.lamdeni.org facebook.com/lamdenimelbourne
LAMM JEWISH LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
Activities - the Write Your Story Program, book club, story time for toddlers, author talks, lecturers and Tuesday Club. Free Wi-Fi.
Mon-Wed 10am-5pm, Thurs 10am-1pm; 1st Sun of the month 1-5pm.
Dir: Lauren Joffe T: 9272 5611 F: 9272 5629 [email protected] www.ljla.org.au
304 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162
L’CHAIM CHABAD-KINGSTON
Educational, Social and Religious Service Provider to the South Eastern Suburbs.
PO Box 2286, Moorabbin 3189
Rabbi Elisha Greenbaum T: 0403 490 434 [email protected] www.jewishmelbourne.com.au
# LEIBLER-YAVNEH COLLEGE
A modern Orthodox Zionist co-educational school from Creche to Yr 12. Affiliated with the Mizrachi organisation.
Principal: Ms Cherylyn Skewes; Co-Chairs: Gerard Max & Ari Schachna; PO Box 164, South Caulfield 3162 (both campuses)
A S Leibler Secondary School & Leopold and Isabella Abrahamovits Primary School
2 Nagle Ave, Elsternwick 3185
T: 9528 4911 F: 9523 0036
Abeles-Liberman Pre School Centre
81 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield 3161 T: 8317 2510 F: 9527 5665 yavneh.vic.edu.au [email protected] www.
LEO BAECK CENTRE FOR PROGRESSIVE JUDAISM - An inclusive dynamic congregation in Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs, priding ourselves on providing a range of services to individuals and families.
Minister: Rabbi Jonathan Keren-Black
Admin Sec: Julie-Anne Lilienthal T: 9819 7160
31-37 Harp Rd, PO Box 430, East Kew 3102 [email protected] www.lbc.org.au
LIRON ENSEMBLE
An adult choir singing Hebrew, English, Yiddish, Ladino and African at events and private functions. Weekly (Mon evenings) rehearsals. New members welcome
Musical Dir: Amaris Lee 0423 232 888
Pres: Elise Margow 0417 306 731 [email protected] www.lironchoir.com
LODZ LANDSMAN (LODZER CENTRE)
Organises an annual event to commemorate the Liquidation of the Lodzer Ghetto.
Melanie Raleigh [email protected]
# MACCABI VICTORIA
Roof body of 22 Jewish sports clubs. Welcomes and provides sport for all abilities of all ages. Hosts Junior Carnival. T: 9563 5885
F: 9563 5880 Pres: Brian Swersky
Exec Officer: Jacquie Lerner
1/115 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield North 3161 [email protected] www.macvic.com.au
Maccabi Victoria Sports Foundation
A tax deductible entity, established to build a secure and accountable financial base to support the activities of Maccabi Victoria and its affiliated clubs. Foundation Chair: Dale Smorgon T: 0419 513 552 [email protected]
C/- 1/115 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield North 3161
# MAGEN DAVID ADOM LTD (MDA)
Israel’s National Emergency Medical and National Blood Service. A Humanitarian Mission of SAVING PRECIOUS LIVES regardless of race or religion, 24/7 365 days a year.
Chairperson: Glynis Lipson T: 9272 5633 F:9272 5634 306 Hawthorn Rd Caulfield 3162 [email protected] www.magendavidadom.com.au
# MARCH OF THE LIVING AUSTRALIA INC
Annual program, bringing thousands of students and adults from around the world to Poland for a week to study the history of the Holocaust and the roots of prejudice, intolerance and hate, followed by a week in Israel during Yom Hazikaron & Yom Ha‘atzmaut. Programs for Year 11, Young Adult (20-35 yrs) and Adult..Pres: Cedric Geffen 0451 150 239 Admin: Matan Franco 0425 720 993 ; C/- Jewish Holocaust Centre, 13-15 Selwyn St, Elsternwick 3185 [email protected] www.motl.com.au
MELBOURNE BETH DIN
Responsible to the Melbourne Jewish community through a Board of Directors appointed by the Rabbinical Council of Victoria and the Council of Orthodox Synagogues of Victoria. Deals with conversions, divorces and matters of Jewish status.
The Registrar: T: 9523 7748; F: 9523 7709 [email protected] www.bethdin.com.au
81 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield Nth 3161 PO Box 2407, Caulfield Junction 3161
MELBOURNE CHEVRA KADISHA (MCK)
A Society performing the religious burial rites for the Jewish community in all cemeteries. Services available 24 hrs 7 days/week including Shabbat and Yom Tovim. MCK Cemeteries: Browns Rd, Springvale (Noble Park North); and 200 Glasscocks Rd, Lyndhurst. Cemetery hrs: Sun-Fri 8am-4.45pm & closed for Shabbat/Yomim Tovim.
Gen Manager: Mr Fred Grossman
T: 9534 0208 (24 hours/7 days) F: 9525 3954
115-119 Inkerman St, St Kilda 3182 [email protected] www.mck.org.au
MELBOURNE ERUV PTY LTD
Established to construct and maintain an Eruv for the Melbourne community. (See Eruv Map Divider) [email protected] www.melbourne.eruv.org.au
Smartphone app: https://tinyurl.com/EruvAndroid https://tinyurl.com/Eruvapple
Administrator: Mr David Prins 0403 444 141
# MELBOURNE HEBREW CONGREGATION INC.
An orthodox congregation in an iconic building established in 1841, featuring magnificent stained glass windows and carved Tasmanian Blackwood interior. Serving Melbourne, Port Phillip, Stonnington & Boroondara.
Senior Rabbi Ephraim Lever; Office Manager: Shari Burnie T: 9866 2255;
F:9866 2022; Office hours 9-4pm Mon-Thurs;
Cnr Arnold St & Toorak Rd West (POB 372) South Yarra 3141 [email protected] www.melbournesynagogue.org.au
MELTON SCHOOL OF ADULT JEWISH LEARNING - From the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, adult education courses from history and politics, to faith and pop culture. [email protected] Director: Rabbi Kim Ettlinger T: 9510 1488
76-82 Alma Rd, (PO Box 128) St Kilda 3182 www.meltonschool.org.au
# MIZRACHI ORGANISATION
Undertakes religious, educational, cultural & social functions to enhance the Melbourne Jewish community and to assist various worthy causes in Israel.
Office Mgr: Rae Bower T: 8317 2555; [email protected] 81 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield North 3161;
Pres: Dr Danny Lamm AM; Mizrachi Synagogues: Bet Yehuda; Bet HaRoeh; Kehillat Ohr David; Bet Midrash Naftalic Herc; Daily Shirurim. Charity Fund: Convenor: Yvonne Korbl & Administrator: Karen Franks [email protected]; Gemach; Home health care aids and equipment; Sick Visiting; Hospitality Service: Chair: Karen Franks
0411 583 304 [email protected] www.mizrachi.com.au
# MOUNT SCOPUS MEMORIAL COLLEGE
Modern Orthodox Jewish school educating students from 2YO-VCE on 3 campuses. Excellence in learning is combined with holistic development, Jewish identity and Community Service for all students.
Principal: Rabbi James Kennard T: 9834 0000 F: 9834 0001 Enrolment: Denise Kain [email protected]
245 Burwood Hwy, Burwood 3125 www.scopus.vic.edu.au
Mount Scopus College Parents Association
Admin: Nikki Epstein
Mount Scopus College Foundation
Fundraises for capital works & scholarships and coordinates bequests. Donations are tax deductible. Exec Dir: Marlo Newton
# NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN OF AUSTRALIA (VIC) INC. – Works to support and strengthen women & girls; create awareness of issues of concern to women, promote a harmonious multicultural society; combat discrimination; support Israel. Programs Include Caring Mums, Jam Project, a teenage buddy program, activities for seniors. Pres: Miriam Bass
CEO: Lee Ann Basser T: 9523 0535
131-133 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Nth, 3161
PO Box 2220, Caulfield Junction 3161 [email protected] www.ncjwavic.org
NETZER AUSTRALIA
Progressive Zionist Youth Movement that runs Junior and Senior Summer and Winter Camps. Weekly meetings at Temple Beth Israel. [email protected] www.netzer.org.au
# NORTH EASTERN JEWISH WAR MEMORIAL CENTRE INC (YESHURUN SYNAGOGUE)
Vibrant, friendly Modern Orthodox synagogue and community centre, providing regular shule services and a wide range of social, cultural and adult educational functions. Bar/Batmitzvah preparation, Hebrew school and Yiddish club. 9857 9000 F: 9857 4430
Pres: Marcel Saxone 0438 354 929
Rabbi Menachem Sabbach: 0413 558 292
6 High St, (PO Box 102), Doncaster 3108 [email protected] www.nejc.com.au
# ONLINE HATE PREVENTION INSTITUTE
Aims to prevent or mitigate the danger people face from online hate such as Internet based antisemitism. We monitor incidents, publish reports, consult on policy and brief community groups, government agencies and policy makers.
Dr Andre Oboler [email protected] www.ohpi.org.au
# OZ SHALOM TV INC
Australia's only Jewish TV show, broadcast weekly on C31 and online anytime on YouTube, aiming to entertain, Inform, and foster greater cohesion and understanding within our diverse vibrant community. Participation is welcome as a Guest, Member, Subscriber or Sponsor.
Henry Greener, Producer - 0419 519 607 [email protected] www.theshtick.tv
PABIANICE LANDSMANSHAFT OF MELBOURNE - Commemorates the victims of the Shoah from the city of Pabianice, Poland. Memorial stone erected at MCK Springvale, with annual Memorial Service. PO Box 1159, Elwood 3184
Pres: Jack Ekstein. [email protected]
T: 0412 736 169 www.pabianice.com.au
PENINA ZYLBERMAN YIDDISH CULTURAL & EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC
Non-profit body to maintain Yiddish culture among young Australians. Donations are tax-deductible. Penina Zylberman, aged 9, a keen Yiddish speaker who died tragically in 1993. Pres: David Grinblat; Sec: Michael Zylberman T: 0433 100 138 3 Lubrano St, Brighton 3187 [email protected]
PROGRAM FOR JEWISH CULTURE & SOCIETY (THE) – Committed to fostering research and education in all aspects of Jewish history, religion, literature, thought, Israeli society, film, politics, culture and the Hebrew language.
Dir: Dr Dvir Abramovich T: 613 8344 3789
School of Historical & Philosophical Studies Room G06, Ground flr Old Quad Bldg (Bldg #150), Melbourne University, Victoria 3010 www.jewish-studies.unimelb.edu.au
# PROGRESSIVE JUDAISM VICTORIA INC.
Roof body and advocate for the Progressive Jewish organisations in Victoria.
Pres:Dr Philip Bliss OAM, [email protected] T: 9533 9930
517 Orrong Rd Armadale 3143 PO Box 8207, Armadale 3143 [email protected] www.pjv.org.au
PROJECT ROZANA
Raises funds and supports training, transport & treatment projects to build better understanding between Israelis and Palestinians through health. T: 9272 5600
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield Sth 3162 [email protected] www.projectrozana.org
RABBINICAL COLLEGE OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND (YESHIVAH GEDOLAH)
Tertiary residential institute of higher Jewish studies. Facilities for local, interstate & overseas students to further their Jewish education at an advanced level. Part time shiurim available.
67 Alexandra St, St Kilda East 3183
PO Box 67, Balaclava 3183; T: 9525 9165
F: 9525 9970 [email protected] www.rabbinicalcollege.edu.au
RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF VICTORIA INC. (RCV)
Consultative and professional association of the Victorian Rabbinate
Exec Dir: Rachel Mihalovich 0425 808 789
President: Rabbi P Heilbrunn OAM T: 0418 585 856
PO Box 192 Balaclava 3183 [email protected] www.rcv.org.au
SALTPILLAR THEATRE INC
Melbourne Jewish Community Theatre organisation performing plays, staging a variety of theatrical events and fostering Jewish creative talent in all spheres of performing arts. www.saltpillar.org.au
PO Box 1063, Caulfield North 3161 Co-chairpersons: Raoul Salter & Steven Curtis
T: 0418 335 432 [email protected]
SCOUTS - 3rd ST KILDA
Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Rovers.
26 Avoca Ave, Elwood 3184
Contact: E: [email protected]
SCOUTS - 10th CAULFIELD
Cubs, Scouts and Venturers for boys and girls 8-18 yrs. Gavin Arndt 0405 199 004 [email protected] www.10thcaulfieldscouts.org.au
Hall: 2 Miller St, Elsternwick 3185
PO Box 179, Elsternwick 3185
SCOUTS - 15th BRIGHTON (& BENTLEIGH)
Hall: 6 Wolsley St, Bentleigh 3204
Cubs 7½-11; Scouts 11-14; Venturers 14-18; Rovers 18–26; affiliated with local rover crews. For girls and boys. Harry Graeve 0447 599 588 [email protected] 15thbrightonscouts.com
TZOFIM ONOT - Israeli Scouts
Youth movement for children in grades 3-12 with a Hebrew speaking program. Weekly meetings on Sundays. Camps throughout the year. 702 Inkerman Rd, Caulfield, 3161
Neta Shiponi T: 0403 071 884 [email protected]
# SEPHARDI ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA INC
Promotes growth of the Sephardi Community via its religious services, educational, cultural, social and welfare activities. Enq: 9527 8863
79 Hotham St, East St Kilda 3183; PO Box 159, Caulfield Sth 3162; [email protected] www.sephardivic.org
# SHALOM ASSOCIATION INC
Association of Jews from the Commonwealth of Independent States, assists in the integration of the Russian Jewish Community with the Jewish Community of Australia.
Pres: Mr Boris Feldmann T: 9534 2775
PO Box 376, Balaclava 3183 [email protected]
SHIFRA
Provides infertility related services to the Jewish community. Including Halachic supervision for fertility treatments, counselling and referrals. PO Box 2286, Moorabbin 3189
Rabbi Elisha Greenbaum T: 0403 490 434 [email protected] www.shifra.org.au
SHIRA HADASHA
Carlebach Style Kabbalat Shabbat: Fri 6pm Shacharit: Sat 9:45am Tots and Childrens service: Sat 11am. Enq: [email protected] ww.shira.org.au
222 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North 3161
A Preschool and Primary school fostering Jewish and Yiddish culture, history, traditions & festivities through a rich diverse academic curriculum combined with broad co-curricular activities. . Principal: Helen Greenberg
T: 8527 3000 F: 9528 2052 11 Sinclair St, Elsternwick 3185 [email protected] www.sholem.vic.edu.au
# SOUTH CAULFIELD HEBREW CONGREGATION
Orthodox Synagogue. Daily services. Shiurim. Visits the sick. Social, cultural and educational activities for all ages..
Rabbi Daniel Rabin 0430 770 115
Pres: David Boyar; Admin Sec: Mrs Riki Azriel
45-47 Leopold St, South Caulfield 3162
T: 9578 5922 [email protected] www.schc.org.au
SPIRITGROW - The Josef Kryss Wholistic Centre & Library
A Jewish wholistic growth centre & library. Meditation, Jewish spirituality, health and wellness, textual studies, counselling and creative bar/batmitzva courses.
226 Balaclava Rd, Caulfield North 3161
Operations Manager: Newton Gatoff
T: 9509 7211 F: 9509 7299 [email protected] www.spiritgrow.org
# STAND UP
Mobilizes the Jewish community to become active in building a better world, to stand up against injustice, empower vulnerable communities and education. T: 9500 2206
128A Wattletree Rd, (PO Box 2) Malvern 3144 [email protected] www.standup.org.au # ST KILDA HEBREW CONGREGATION INC.
Modern Orthodox Synagogue. Providing a warm inclusive atmosphere in an iconic building. Shabbat/Yom Tov services with Chazzan Brett Kaye and choir under the baton of Adrian Bartak. Adult education; Allons Soup Kitchen for the Needy & Homeless; Bar/Bat Mitzvah classes; family activities; Gymbaroo; SKY singles events; Thurs.Lunch Club. Senior Rabbi: Rabbi Yaakov Glasman; CEO: Rabbi Ronnie Figdor OAM; Assistant Rabbi: Rabbi Hillel Nagel T: 9537 1433 F: 9525 3759; [email protected] www.stkildashule.org.au
12 Charnwood Grove, St Kilda 3182
TAY SACHS DISEASE & RELATED CONDITIONS SCREENING PROGRAM
Provides education and facilitates testing for the genetic conditions common to people of Ashkenazi ancestry. For further information, please contact: Kate Scarff, Victorian Clinical Genetics Service, Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Flemington Rd, Parkville 3052.
T: 8341 6394 [email protected]
TECHNION SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA
Fosters collaborations/exchanges between universities, business and industry. Promotes awareness, knowledge, fundraising for student exchanges, scholarships, research funding.
Herschel Landes- [email protected]
T: 0417 758 884 www.austechnion.com
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL
Progressive synagogue founded in 1930. We welcome members of the LGBTI community. Services streamed live at tbi.org.au
76-82 Alma Rd, (PO Box 128) St Kilda 3182
Senior Rabbi Gersh Lazarow; Rabbi Kim Ettlinger; Cantor: Michel Laloum
T: 9510 1488 [email protected] www.tbi.org.au
# THEODOR HERZL SOCIAL CLUB INC
Social Club catering for all age groups of the Melbourne Jewish Community. Activities: Bridge Sun-7pm, Mon-Noon, Tue-7.30pm, Wed-Noon, Thu-7.30pm; Dances; Cultural Evenings; Concerts; charity fundraising events. The Club supports UIA, JNF, Jewish Care, Maccabi Victoria and others.
222 Balaclava Rd, North Caulfield 3161
PO Box 339, Caulfield South 3162
Dr Peter Davis 0438 599 020 T: 9576 0708 [email protected] www.thscbc.org.au
TZOFIM ONOT - see SCOUTS
UNCHAIN MY HEART INC
A coalition of Jewish women's organisations in Melbourne. Our purpose is to advance the social welfare of Australian Jewish women by promoting the successful resolution of Gett refusal and by providing support, assistance and advocacy to Individual Agunot. UMH provide trained volunteers on site at the Melbourne Beth Din to support either party during the Gett process. Contact through facebook: Unchain My Heart or [email protected]
UNITED ISRAEL APPEAL - KEREN HAYESOD
Since 1920, UIA has been at the forefront of Israel’s growth and progress. In partnership with the global Jewish community (over 45 countries) we work to further Israel’s national priorities as laid down by the Prime Minister of Israel’s office COO: Leon Jacobs 306 Hawthorn Rd, (PO Box 337), Caulfield South 3162 T: 1300 477 235
F: 9272 5530 [email protected] www.uiavic.org
# UNITED JEWISH EDUCATION BOARD (UJEB) - Community provider of Jewish education for students at government and independent schools. Offering Hebrew & Jewish learning experience at Primary & High schools as well as our own centres., Also offering, Bar & Bat mitzvah Programs, camps,BBYO, Yr 10 Israel experience and leadership programs. Exec Dir: Itzik Sztokman T: 9523 6844; 306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield 3162
[email protected] www.ujeb.org.au
# VAJEX AUSTRALIA (Victorian Association of Jewish Ex & SerVicemen & Women Australia Inc)
Caring for Jewish military personnel from Allied Forces & their families. Remembrance Day & ANZAC Day commemoration services; military ritual provided at funeral services; speaker available for functions; welfare needs & visitation to sick. Pres: Mr Harry Lubansky. [email protected]; [email protected]
PO Box 2121, Moorabbin 3189
1300 824 000 www.vajexaustralia.org.au
VICTORIAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA (IPO)
Concerts to benefit the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. For IPO concert & ticket information available. Pres: Mr J Bloustein; Hon Sec: Mr R Ekselman T: 0448 859 246/ 9497 4400 . 1/22 Hopkins St, McKinnon 3204 [email protected]
WIZO VICTORIA
A non-political international movement founded in 1920. For nearly a century WIZO has been addressings the needs of women and children in Israel, dedicated to the betterment of Israeli society and to strengthening its ties to World Jewry. Co-Pres: Helen Granek & Sylvia Green
Lvl 1, 306 Hawthorn Rd, South Caulfield 3162
T: 9272 5588 F: 9272 5590 [email protected] www.wizovic.org.au
YAD B’YAD PRE-MARRIAGE RELATIONSHIP EDUCATION – Voluntary board under the auspices of the Rabbinical Council of Victoria, providing pre-marriage relationship education services.
Pres: Rabbi Ralph Genende T: 9525 9492 [email protected] www.yby.org.au
YESHIVAH CENTRE
Provides welfare, social, educational and cultural initiatives.
T: 9522 8222 F: 9522 8266; 88 Hotham St, St Kilda East 3183; [email protected] www.yeshivahcentre.org
Yeshivah Shule - Rabbi Zvi Telsner
92 Hotham St, St Kilda East 3183
Ohel Chana - Rabbi Levy Tenenbaum 9527 9633
Kollel Menachem - Rabbi Yonason Johnson
Chabad Youth Rabbi Moshe Kahn 9522 8217
YESHIVAH COLLEGE
Orthodox day school for boys Kinder-VCE. Offering Jewish and General education.
T: 9522 8222 [email protected] www.ybr.vic.edu.au
ZDVO BETH HALOCHEM VICTORIA
Assists in the rehabilitation of the Israeli disabled war veterans, victims of terror and their families. Pres: Anthony Gafin T: 0433 824 696 E: [email protected]
PO Box 2133, Rose Bay North NSW 2029
# ZIONISM VICTORIA
Representative body for over 53 Victorian Zionist organisations, which hosts Zionist cultural, educational programs and events, connecting Victoria with Israel. Incorporating the Beth Weizmann Jewish Community Centre Inc, and the Lamm Jewish Library of Australia.
Pres: Sharene Hambur; Exec Dir: Jean Katzen T: 9272 5544; [email protected] www.zionismvictoria.org.au
306 Hawthorn Road, South Caulfield 3162
ZIONIST FEDERATION OF AUSTRALIA
As the Australian Zionist representative roof body, the ZFA Is committeed to advocating for the State of Israel on behalf of the Jewish community in Australia. ZFA is the proud Australian partner of JAFI including Shlichut, Arava Australia Partnerhip, Aliyah services, WZO, Masa Israel Journey, Taglit- Birthright Israel & Diller Teen Fellowship Program. Pres: Jeremy Leibler CEO: Ginette Searle
T: 9272 5644 F: 9272 5640 [email protected] www.zfa.com.au
306 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield South 3162
ZIONIST YOUTH COUNCIL
Co-ordinates the seven movements (Betar, Bnei Akiva, Habonim Dror, Hashomer Hatzair, Hineni, Netzer and Tzofim). We facilitate the movements through running and promoting events. [email protected] 306 Hawthorn Rd, South Caulfield 3162