The UPJ will host its fifth Jewish music conference, Shir Chadash, on 14-16 April 2023 at the Eden Oak Conference Centre in Geelong. With the theme "Kol Ha'Olam Kulo: Jewish Music from Around the World", the conference will build skills for individuals who sing in choirs and those who enjoy singing informally in their congregations. It is for all who love Jewish music. Our faculty will be led by UPJ Music Network chair Cantor Michel Laloum, Rabbi George Mordecai, Judy Campbell and Andrea Catzel. CLICK HERE to complete your early-bird registration today and save $50!

Rabbi Fred Morgan has partnered with Sundowners Overland to offer you this exclusive journey of a lifetime through the fabled lands of the Caucasus. Drawing on over 55 years of Asia Overland experience this comprehensive journey offers: Historic and culturally significant destinations. Maximum group size of 26 – excluding your Sundowners Overland Tour Leader and Shalom Tour Hosts: Rabbi Fred Morgan, his wife Sue. CLICK HERE to view the tour brochure.

The 2021-2022 UPJ Annual Report has been published, which includes reports from congregations throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia. CLICK HERE to read and download the report. To read and download the minutes of the 2021 UPJ AGM, CLICK HERE.

Beth Shalom in Auckland NZ is seeking a Jewish Educator and Community Engagement Professional, beginning in January 2023. To learn more, go to: https://bethshalom.org.nz/jewish-educator-and-community.../, and send expressions of interest, including up-to-date CV and contact information, to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..