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Shalom Collective: Sydney Jewish Writers Festival

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We celebrate Jewish readers, writers, and thinkers from around the world, exploring thought-provoking conversations and inspiring narratives.

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Funding Partner Welcome to Shalom: Sydney Jewish Writers Festival - dedicated to celebrating the richness and diversity of Jewish writing in Australia and around the world, where books are just the beginning. At Shalom, we work to keep you connected and active in our community, no matter what your taste. From social to cultural, and e

ven educational events, Shalom has you covered. We also offer young adult volunteers, groups and organisations, with support, skills and advice. We embrace and pioneer in all we do and endeavour to be inclusive and engaging across all community activities and programs. We want to build and grow with you, and as such, we invite you to participate in the fun of all that we have to offer the community.

31/03/2026

We are proud to announce that submissions are now open for the 2026 Australian Jewish Writer Awards. 📖
Recognising excellence across six categories, these awards celebrate the voices shaping contemporary Australian Jewish literature. From emerging young writers to established authors, playwrights and poets, there is a category for every story worth telling.
We encourage all eligible Jewish Australian writers to submit their work and be recognised for the contribution they make to our literary community.
Submit your entry here → https://bit.ly/4dfS4qN

22/01/2026

Today, we mark the National Day of Mourning for the victims of the Bondi terror attack. We hold their families, loved ones, our community and all those affected in our thoughts.

We stand together in grief, solidarity and remembrance. May their memories be a blessing.

13/12/2025

Happy Hanukkah from the Sydney Jewish Writers Festival
This season reminds us of the power of stories to lift us, connect us and keep our heritage glowing.
May your nights be filled with inspiration, curiosity and voices that stay with you long after the candles fade ✨📖

05/11/2025

The exhibition may have closed, but the door stays open — through every story shared and connection made.

Thank you for stepping through with curiosity, heart, and imagination.
Together, we wrote something unforgettable.

04/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who took part in our Book Giveaway —
for celebrating poetry, memory and meaning with us through The Jewish Poetry Project: The Door Is Always Open.

Your curiosity, your words and your warmth remind us that stories live beyond the page — in the connections we create together. 🌿

And to our Book Giveaway winners — congratulations!
May these books continue to open doors of reflection, creativity and connection. 💫

📬 Winners, please keep an eye on your emails this week for details on how to receive your books.

31/10/2025

If you haven’t visited yet — this is your moment.
The final day of The Jewish Poetry Project is here.
Come wander, listen, and let the words stay with you long after the door closes.

🗓️ 5 November | Until 10PM
📍 Bondi Pavilion Courtyard

30/10/2025

Reading together is the best tradition. 📚 Join PJ Library now.

Sign up free today HERE 🡢 https://zurl.co/BViJA

29/10/2025

Poetry feels different in changing weather! Explore our immersive outdoor exhibition by the Sydney Jewish Writers Festival and join one of our free tours on November 2 & 4 (details on our website).

• Five interactive installations
• QR-activated readings
• Magnetic walls to write your own stories
• Themes of love, migration, grief & connection

Bondi Pavilion Courtyard
10 Oct – 5 Nov • Free & inclusive • All ages — come as you are

Step in. Be moved. Leave your mark on our magnetic wall.

28/10/2025

An appreciation post for all the translators who make so much poetry and writing accessible to more audiences 📝

The Jewish Poetry Project closes November 5. Open daily from 7am-10pm at Australia’s most iconic beach.

Brought to you by and our generous partners and

23/10/2025

Bringing little ones along?

We’ve got them covered! Register to get a free kids’ activity pack — full of fun ways to explore poetry, colour, and play while you wander the exhibition.

Find the direct link to download the book in our bio or in our stories

📍 Bondi Pavilion Courtyard
📅 10 Oct – 5 Nov | 7am–10pm | Free | All ages

20/10/2025

🌟Step inside the poems. 🎙️
Join our Exhibition Tours & Live Poetry sessions and discover the stories behind The Jewish Poetry Project.

Each 45-minute guided tour is led by a member of the Shalom Collective team, featuring live readings from local poets who bring their own voices and reflections to the space. 💫

📍 Bondi Pavilion Courtyard

📅 Dates:
🕕 Thurs 23 Oct | 6:30–7:15pm with poets Miriam Hechtman and Jessica Chapnik Kahn
🌅 Sun 2 Nov | 9:30–10:15am
🌤 Tues 4 Nov | 6:30 - 7:15pm with poet Tami Sussman

🎫 Get your ticket here ➜ https://zurl.co/Fz1tF

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

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+61293814000

Website

https://www.shalomcollective.com.au/

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