Kehilat Nitzan

10/09/2026

🌊 The water has cleared — and we’re ready to welcome you back!

After our unexpected little Noah’s Ark moment, Kehilat Nitzan is open and services are back on! 🎉

Join us in our synagogue for the Yamim Nora’im as we welcome the New Year together.

🍎🍯 Shana Tova u’Metukah!
We can’t wait to see you back in shul.

Please see the newsletter for full service times and details.

28/08/2026

No Services at Kehilat Nitzan this Shabbat!!!!

Unfortunately, the significant water leak at the synagogue has worsened, and we have had to temporarily shut off the building’s water supply to prevent further damage.

Repairs are expected to take place early next week, once the necessary Council permit has been received.

As a result, the building cannot safely and appropriately accommodate our community at present, and we regret that services will not take place at Kehilat Nitzan this Shabbat.

We are hopeful that the issue will be resolved, but should it continue beyond early next week, we will make alternative arrangements and will keep the community informed.

We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Shabbat Shalom,

Anna Plotkin, President and Rabbi Yonatan

16/06/2026

Presented by Kehilat Nitzan
Location TBD
With Joshua Dabelstein
On behalf of Movement Against Antizionism Australia — MAAZ AU.

To find out more about MAAZ AU, or to book an online training, please visit https://linktr.ee/maaz.aus

Join us for an important and timely presentation with Joshua Dabelstein, speaking on behalf of Movement Against Antizionism — MAAZ AU.

This session will examine how antizionism operates in contemporary society, how it differs from “political criticism", and why it has become one of the most urgent challenges facing Jewish communities today. First and foremost, MAAZ AU is an emergency response, providing a harm prevention toolkit to schools, organisations, institutions, community groups, and the general public.

Drawing on the work of Adam Louis-Klein, Naya Lekht, and Andrew Pessin, the talk will explore the ways antizionism appears in public discourse, media, universities, workplaces, activism, and everyday life. Through real-world examples and practical discussion, he will unpack common narratives, misconceptions, and forms of stigma, while providing tools to identify and respond to them with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

This is not a session about debating Israeli politics. It is about recognising antizionist prejudice when it appears, understanding how it functions, and developing the confidence to respond constructively and strategically when confronted with it.

Whether you are a student, professional, community member, parent, or simply interested in learning more about this critical issue, this presentation will offer valuable insights and practical takeaways for navigating an increasingly complex environment.

All are welcome.

Click HERE to register ⬇️
https:\\www.kehilatnitzan.org.au/event/fightingantizionism

04/06/2026

What Happens When the Dream Comes True?

CLICK HERE TO READ RABBI YONATAN'S ARTICLE FEATURED IN THE AJN ABOUT THE PROPSED LEGISLATION AFFECTING PLURALISM AT THE KOTEL

"I ask us all a hard question. Is this what the Jewish People need today? Is this a time to increase the division among us? And yet today, amid war, antisemitism, and political exhaustion, the story barely registers in the news."

Click to read the article

As debate over the Kotel grows, Rabbi Yonatan Sadoff reflects on belonging, unity and Jewish peoplehood.

03/06/2026

Join us for a fun and relaxed Speed Dating Night presented by Kehilat Nitzan, hosted by renowned matchmaker Rachel Moshel.

An exciting opportunity to meet new people, make connections, and enjoy a warm and welcoming evening with the community!

Ages 28-45

Click to register
https://www.kehilatnitzan.org.au/event/speeddating

15/05/2026

Thursday, May 21

7:30pm Festival Service
8:00–10:00pm Program (including a light supper and cheesecake!)

Join us this Shavuot for an evening of learning and conversation exploring a vital question for our time: Can we disagree and still belong?

Register HERE:
https://www.kehilatnitzan.org.au/event/shavuot-at-kehilat-nitzan.html

08/02/2026

Kehilat Nitzan once again is the first Masorti synagogue to participate in the World Wide Wrap, an initiative sponsored by the movement's Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs!

Message from Bruce Gordon, co-chair of this year's WWW: "Wow! What a wonderful picture and great news! Thank you for getting the world started today in this mitzvah. You have set the tone for the rest of us."

05/02/2026

Save the date and time!

27/01/2026

Mazal tov and yasher koach to our members who received honours on Australia Day!

* Steven Curtis - OAM "For service to the Jewish community of Melbourne"

* David Forbes - AO "For distinguished service to mental health research and practice, to the prevention and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder, and to academia"

* Debra Korman - OAM "For service to the community through a range of organisations"

16/11/2025