EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 8 MIN
Celebrating Nowruz 2026: A New Year Bringing Together Jewish and Iranian Communities in Melbourne
from SBS Hebrew
Nowruz marks the Persian New Year - a time for new beginnings, but for many in Melbourne’s Iranian and Jewish communities, this year’s celebration is shaped by worry for loved ones in Iran and in Israel. In this special SBS Hebrew feature, we bring you voices from this unique gathering - where people came together despite distance, uncertainty and grief, finding connection and shared hope for the year ahead.
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Nowruz marks the Persian New Year - a time for new beginnings, but for many in Melbourne’s Iranian and Jewish communities, this year’s celebration is shaped by worry for loved ones in Iran and in Israel. In this special SBS Hebrew feature, we bring you voices from this unique gathering - where people came together despite distance, uncertainty and grief, finding connection and shared hope for the year ahead.
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Celebrating Nowruz 2026: A New Year Bringing Together Jewish and Iranian Communities in Melbourne
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