Sir Asher Joel Oration 2023

David, Solomon, Rehoboam: the debate on the early kings of Judah

To be delivered by Professor Yosef Garfinkel

Yigael Yadin Chair in Archaeology of Israel at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Professor Garfinkel and his team are currently excavating a historic city, which has given them unique insights that he will share in his address, which promises to be both stimulating and exciting.

Time: 6pm to 7.30pm | Date: Thursday, 20th April |

Venue: Sydney Jewish Museum, 148 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst | Fee: $15

Book here: https://sydneyjewishmuseum.com.au/cart/

Moriah College

Mira (Miriam) Hasofer has been announced as the new College principal. She will start in the role at Moriah next January.

The incumbent, Rabbi Yehoshua Smukler, will remain principal until the end of the 2023 academic year, ahead of making aliyah and joining his family in Israel.

Rabbi Smukler has wholehearted endorsed Mira Hasofer’s appointment .

“Mira epitomises so many of the characteristics of a successful principal for the College. She is articulate in her vision for education and for the College, yet she is humble.

“The entire College community will benefit from the deep collaboration, trust and relationships that she will build with key stakeholders.”

Mrs Hasofer said she was privileged to be joining Moriah College, the school from which she graduated and called home for many years.

“My priorities will include a focus on academic excellence through exceptional secular and Jewish education, and attracting and retaining the most outstanding educators and support staff,” Mrs Hasofer said.

“The role aligns itself with my personal values of chesed, tzedek and derech eretz and an education that draws