Back in 2007, I attended a JNF function at the Crown Casino in honour of John Howard, who was awarded the Jerusalem Prize for his friendship and commitment to Israel. For me the main draw card was keynote speaker, Brigitte Gabriel, who I had long admired as a woman of …
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ZCV’s 76th Annual Assembly brings together the past, present and future of Melbourne’s Zionist community. On November 2014 guests, delegates from 52 affiliated organisations and interested observers of the Zionist Council of Victoria, gathered for the 76th Annual Assembly to hear keynote speaker Yaron Shavit and honour community icon …
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The 76th Annual Assembly of the Zionist Council of Victoria (“ZCV”) will be held later this month in the presence of Israel’s Ambassador to Australia Shmuel ben Shmuel. This special evening will be an opportunity to remember, celebrate and reflect on a year of remarkable highs and painful lows for the …
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Hon Julia Gillard 27th Prime Minister of Australia Receipt of the Jerusalem Prize Conferred by the Zionist Council of Victoria Melbourne, Australia 26 November 2013 [acknowledgments omitted] I am deeply honoured to accept the Jerusalem Prize tonight and proud to do so in the presence of so many friends. …
Read More »Ms Gillard recognised for staunch commitment and loyalty to Israel September 30, 2013 The Zionist Council of Victoria is delighted to announce that the recipient of the 2013 Jerusalem Prize is The Honourable Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia 2010-2013, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to strengthening Australia’s connection …
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