Victorian Association of Jewish Ex & Servicemen & Women Australia Incorporated
Founding Member General Sir John Monash GCMG KCB VD
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John Monash (Monasch) born
in Melbourne, Australia on 27 June 1865, the son of
German Polish Jewish migrants, can be researched in any
military history encyclopaedia or in fact by just
‘Googling’ his name on the internet. His history
and list of achievements are long and far too many to detail
in this brief summary. However, might I say that reading his
history is well worth the effort and I can assure you that
his deeds will amaze you. I have found that the deeds are
better labelled on more than one man and in more than one
lifetime.
- Remembrance
- Historic Memorial
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An
announcement was made in the weeks leading up to the
Centenary of ANZAC by Judy Landau, President VAJEX Aust.
She stated that it gave her great delight to announce
that VAJEX Aust (Victorian Association of Jewish Ex
& Servicemen & Women Australia Inc) has
successfully raised the required funds to build a new
Victorian Jewish Memorial after the style of the
historic Memorial located in the Jewish section of the
Melbourne General Cemetery. After an extensive two year
process, Judy has single-handedly sought letters of
support, raised the funds, and obtained approval from
the City of Port Phillip.
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Services Provided
- ANZAC Day & Remembrance Day Commemoration Services
- Military Ritual Provided at Funeral Services
- Annual Pilgrimage to The Shrine of Remembrance
- Annual Kosher Reception With Guest Speaker
- Speaker Available For Functions
- Support to Serving Jewish ADF Personnel
ANZAC Day & Remembrance Day Commemoration Services
VAJEX Australia conducts wreath laying services on behalf of the Victorian Jewish and wider military communities. Both services are held on the Sundays after the actual designated dates.
Remembrance is an integral part of our Jewish tradition and we aim to honour the memories of our fallen so their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
The Remembrance Commemoration Service is conducted at our new Obelisk and followed by Kosher Reception (by invitaion only). An entertaining and informative guest speaker is a highlight of the event.
People who have lost an ex-service family member in the last 12 months can dedicate a memorial web page on our website. This honours the memory and service of those who passed away after their military service had finished.
Military Ritual provided at funeral services
Our President, Marvin Bude or another representative, attend the funerals and consecrations of our ex-service members whenever possible. Families are contacted inviting them to have a Book of Remembrance page produced to honour the memory and service of the family member who passed away after their military service finished.
Contact Marvin Bude: president@vajexaustralia.org.au
Speaker Available for functions
VAJEX Australia has experienced speakers who can address your group on informative topics relating to Jewish military service.
Contact Marvin Bude: president@vajexaustralia.org.au
Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Remembrance
This moving service calls everyone to order with the sounding of the great shofar. Our Patrons lay a wreath in the shape of a Magen David made by Mrs Felix Sher, the mother of our fallen member PTE Gregory Sher who was killed in action in Afghanistan.
Banners with the names of Jewish Victorians who paid the ultimate sacrifice as well as those who returned and died after their service was over, are displayed during our service. The public show great interest and surprise that so many Jews were in the military and the banners attract a crowd.
Our association flag flies proudly in the Forecourt.
Contact Marvin Bude: president@vajexaustralia.org.au
Support to serving Jewish ADF personnel
Our Chaplain, Rabbi Ralph Genende is on hand for pastoral work for serving members of the ADF offering guidance and assistance on Jewish matters.
He regularly attends and participates in VAJEX Australia events.
chaplain@vajexaustralia.org.au