Statement from our chair, Linda de Lange, on the events on Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia.

Introducing our new cheder head, Alethea Shirilan-Howlett.

‘L’Chaim’ is our year of celebration of Jewish culture, community and life. We are planning one major event each month throughout 2026.

We offer learning opportunities for all ages – from the gan (nursery), through cheder up to adult learning.

People join our services for many reasons. Some come to pray to God. Others come to explore Jewish tradition. Many enjoy the cultural and social connection that the service creates.

Our approach to religion is in the British progressive tradition – we are open minded and thoughtful, rooted in our history but mindful of the times in which we live.

We offer a very wide range of activities including our cheder and gan (nursery), social events for all ages, youth activities and a social centre for senior members of the community.

We provide a fully developed and supported programme for all the key Jewish life events, rituals, ceremonies and services.