Our History

A History of the Brisbane Hebrew Congregation 1865-1965 written by Mr Morris Ochert OAM (Z”L) has been digitally reproduced and is available for downloading.

Morris Ochert OAM  (Z”L) was a lay historian and Former life member of the BHC, BHC Board member and BHC Property Officer. Like others before him, he devoted considerable time and effort to the affairs of the community, as have all those who have served on the Board of the BHC.

To download the document please Click Here!

Read about the history of the Czech Memorial Sefer by Dr A. M .Briner our honorary heritage officer. To download the document please Click Here!

The story of the Czech Memorial Sefer was made possible by the The Memorial Scrolls Trust. To find out more about the trust please Click Here!

You may also like to visit Memorial Scrolls Trust website  memorialscrollstrust.org