BJE News and Events

See what we have going on! We host a wide range of events throughout the year — from student programs to community-wide gatherings — and often collaborate with partner organisations to bring even more meaningful experiences to life.

Stay tuned and get involved!

Upcoming Events

Pre-Nesiah BBQ Bash

Nesiah

July 12, 2026

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12:00 pm

Join us for a fun-filled Pre-Nesiah BBQ with great food, friends, and plenty of excitement for all things Israel! 🌭✨

Year 7-9 Luna Park Lunatics

High School

July 20, 2026

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11:00 am

Get in on the fun with your crew at Luna Park! Enjoy unlimited rides, included lunch and supervised travel. Don't miss out!

BJE BAYIT HOUSEWARMING

High School

July 28, 2026

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3:00 pm

We are opening our new BJE Bayit - a space for high schoolers to hang out, unwind, and just be themselves in a Jewish environment. Don't miss our housewarming!

ShinShinim Farewell

All Ages

July 29, 2026

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5:00 pm

Join us to say a big thank you and L'hitraot to our incredible ShinShinim for the enormous amount of passion, energy, and dedication they've given to our community this year!

Pre-Nesiah Bowling Balagan

Nesiah

August 23, 2026

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11:00 am

Join us for a Pre-Nesiah bowling event as we get together for some friendly competition before our Israel adventure begins! 🎳🌟

Past Events

Milkshake Madness Term 2

Come along for an afternoon of milkshakes, fun games and a great opportunity to meet new people.

Dessert & Tisch Term 2

Come feel the energy, connect with friends, and experience the warmth of a Friday night together.

Shavuot Schmooze

Join us for a relaxed evening featuring cheesecake, desserts and a short Tikkun Leil (learning session).

Nesiah Meet & Greet

Come hang out at our Nesiah Meet & Greet — meet other students, enjoy some food and get a feel for what the program is all about.

Shavuot at the BJE Hub

Join us at the BJE Bondi Hub this Shavuot for a meaningful, hands-on experience

Year 7-9 Family Fair

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of fun and connection.

BJE Hub Pesach Open Week

Roll matzah and enjoy Pesach craft at our Open Week!

Dessert and Tisch

Come along for great desserts, good company, and an uplifting tisch-style singalong.

Ash Levi Leadership Camp

Already loved your Nesiah trip? Ash Levi Camp lets you keep the buzz going

Nesiah Israel Information Night

Want to learn more about our 4-week trip to Israel? This is your chance!

MILKSHAKE MADNESS IS BACK! 🥤🎉

Got plans after school? You do now.

Purim Party - Shinshinim

Purim Party incoming! Yrs 10-12, this is your night to celebrate!

News

Explore BJE's latest news and updates.

Term 2 Reflections

As we come to the end of term, I would like to thank our BJE community for your continued support, partnership and trust.

Term 1 Reflections and Looking Ahead

As Term 1 comes to a close, it is wonderful to reflect on a term filled with connection, celebration and meaningful Jewish learning across our BJE community.

End of Year Message from BJE President

BJE is strongly committed to delivering quality educational experiences through the Jewish Journey and furthering the number of Jewish teens involved in Jewish life and communal participation.

From Adolescence to Exodus: Reflections on Pesach, Resilience & Hope

On a recent wet and windy weekend, I found myself binge-watching a British crime drama mini-series called Adolescence.

From Strength to Strength: A Term of Impact at BJE Message from BJE CEO

As Term 2 wraps up, we’re proud to reflect on a term of meaningful progress and connection across our programs and community.

A Year of Service, a Lifetime of Impact: Reflections from Our Shinshinim

Our year of service has been one of the most meaningful and transformative experiences of our lives.

From Fear to Strength: Jewish Education in a Troubled Time

In recent months, many in our community have felt a growing sense of unease.