


Your Jewish Home
Welcome to the Newcastle Hebrew Congregation. Also known as Beth Yisrael, we are a traditional Orthodox Jewish Community, hosting religious services and social events for the diverse Jewish people of the region. Rabbinic advice and pastoral services are provided by our Honorary Rabbi and Rebbetzin, Yossi & Malki Rodal of Chabad of The Hunter and Central Coast.
A Diverse Community
The Newcastle Hebrew Congregation, Beth Yisrael, is a warm and inviting community and synagogue, uniting the diverse Jewish community of Newcastle and Central Coast of NSW, Australia. As one of the oldest communities in Australia still holding services, it is located within the inner-city area known as “The Hill”, near Cooks Hill, Darby Street and Newcastle Beach. For Hebrew School, Shabbat Meals, Classes and more, contact Chabad of The Hunter & Central Coast, who serve and connect the wider Jewish community living in the vast distance between the Central Coast, inland, and Northern NSW. Go to: hunterchabad.com

And You're Invited
We are also a hub for community meetings and a venue for other community organisations from time to time. We invite you to come back to your Jewish roots and enjoy a growing community experience for all ages.

Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Kabbalat Shabbat services are held Friday evenings at 6:00pm year round. Due to security concerns, entry to the synagogue site must be pre-arranged. Please contact the Secretary to coordinate a visit.

Community Learning
Join online or in-person learning with Rabbi Yossi & Rebbetzen Malki. There’s something for everyone: Adult’s Parsha & Ethics learning, Hebrew School, Women’s Circle and even just around the Shabbat table. See hunterchabad.com

Monthly Kiddush
Get to know the community better. Join us for Kiddush, usually after the 1st Friday night service of the month. If you’ll be making a special trip, check the Friday newsletter or contact the Secretary to confirm in case of cancellation. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Weekly Newsletter
Stay in touch and up to date. Fridays, the NHC newsletter is emailed to members & friends each week. Sign up here.

Shabbat Minyan
Monthly Shabbat Minyan. Join us in making a minyan on the third Shabbat of the month at 9:30am. Check the newsletter or contact Rabbi Yossi to confirm.

Chagim Services & Events
All holy days are celebrated communally. We often celebrate Rosh Hashana and Pesach with a grand meal. Check newsletters for specific dates and times.
Get in touch
Contact Us
Address: 122 Tyrrell Street, Newcastle NSW 2230
Email: secretary@nhc.one
President/Secretary: Mr Sam Reich - 0418 402 644
Treasurer: Mr David Gubbay - 0411 056 310
*If you would like to visit, please contact us beforehand to coordinate.
Rabbi: Rabbi Yossi Rodal - (0425) 730 412
Rebbetzin: Mrs Malki Rodal - (0425) 834 986

Important Times
Shabbat Times