COSV – A Zionism Victoria Affiliate
Council of Orthodox Synagogues of Victoria represents and supports Orthodox Jewish congregations across Victoria, providing community services, infrastructure and religious‑life coordination for synagogues.
What they do
Serve as the umbrella body and central lay authority for Orthodox synagogues in Victoria — representing congregations, coordinating communal infrastructure and liaising with rabbinic leadership.
Administer and support key communal services including the regional eruv, representation on the religious court (beth din), community services, outreach, and educational‑support for member synagogues.
Facilitate collaboration among synagogues on shared issues — from governance support, communal security and crisis response to religious standards and community‑wide initiatives.
Visit their website:
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Browse all member Orthodox synagogues in Victoria and explore community services and programs available across the network.
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The Eruv was established by the Mizrachi Organisation under the Rabbinic supervision of Rav Shimon Eider, Rabbi Boruch Abaranok and Rabbi Feitl Lewin.
Click here to learn about the Melbourne Eruv.
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A particularly significant achievement of the COSV has been the revitalisation of the Melbourne Beth Din. Click here to learn more.
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Stay informed about COSV’s updates, statements and advocacy efforts, and click to see how they support and protect the Orthodox community. Click here.
Why Zionism Victoria Values the COSV
COSV plays a vital backbone role for Orthodox Jewish life in Victoria — by uniting synagogues under one coordinating body, they ensure religious standards, communal infrastructure and support services are maintained broadly and consistently. Their work helps sustain Jewish continuity across many communities, supports communal resilience, and enables synagogues (big or small) to benefit from shared resources and advocacy. For Zionism Victoria, partnering with COSV means endorsing strong communal cohesion, robust infrastructure and a united Orthodox presence across the state.