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The Australian Union Conference is a strategic organisational unit of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church.  It's territory takes in the whole of Australia, including Norfolk Island in the Pacific Ocean to the east and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands in the Indian Ocean to the west.

As at December 31, 2007, the official membership of the Seventh-day Adventist Church across Australia was 53,518.  The official membership is a record of those who have been baptised by immersion and thus does not include the many valued children of the church who are yet to make their own decision to be baptised.  There are close to 500 congregations across Australia, from the Kimberleys in the far north west to Tasmania in the south east.

Australian Regional News

We are moving into the 21st Century Greater Sydney Conference - Saturday, June 21, 2008 There is a change in how Board & Executive Agenda's are going to be provided to Directors of the Companies and members of the Executive Committee.	Auburn Church reaching out to church in Zimbabwe Victorian Conference - Monday, July 7, 2008 The members of Auburn Church were recently made more aware of the difficult situation their brothers and sisters in Christ face in Zimbabwe. Read of how they are trying to help, and of the wonderful spirit of our Christian family in Zimbabwe
NORTHPOINT CHURCH SWEET BLITZING THEIR COMMUNITY Victorian Conference - Thursday, July 24, 2008 Members of Northpoint Church make an impact on their community with sweets!	LIVING MINISTRY MEDIA LAUNCHES 24/7 ONLINE TV STATION South Australian Conference - Thursday, August 28, 2008 The newly established Living Ministry Media at the SA Conference is proud to announce the launch of a 24/7 TV channel.......

Adventist Schools Australia

... NEW! ... Encounter Bible Program – We are seeking your feedback... Tuesday, August 5, 2008 The first stage of the new Kindy (or Prep) to Year 10 Bible Curriculum Encounter is now being rolled out to all primary and secondary Bible teachers throughout Australia for feedback. This new curriculum is intentional about connecting students of all backgrounds to God through engaging them in the truths of the Bible in a contemporary, creative, and heartfelt way and with integrity to all of our Adventist fundamental beliefs. If you are a teacher in an ASA school, please click on the heading to read more and to find out how you can send your feedback.

Are you studying for an education degreee? If so, please read on... Tuesday, August 5, 2008 The Australian Union Conference (AUC) of the Seventh-day Adventist Church's National Board of Education provides scholarships for third and final year Bachelor degree students in teacher education or students entering the graduate-entry Bachelor of Teaching degree at Avondale College. Successful applicants are bonded to teach for Adventist Schools Australia for two years. Value: Up to $3,000 per year with an additional $3,000 paid during the first year of employment. Please click on the heading to read more.

Signs of the Times

ARTICLE: Denzel Washington Monday, September 1, 2008 Jarrod Stackelroth explores the faith behind the well-known movie star.	RECIPE: Spiced Potato and Lentil Curry Thursday, July 24, 2008 Cook up this month's recipe!
ARTICLE: Air Rage Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Being quick to judge is rarely beneficial. Scott Wegener shares a window of learning in his experience.	ARTICLE: Does God Torture Sinners? Tuesday, July 8, 2008 Could a loving God really torture His children? Murl Vance presents a compelling revelation of God’s nature.

Adventist News Network

Church Chat: Why the church can't slacken its abuse-prevention message Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Small on community, government partnerships against abuse; 'Why shouldn't we join them?'

New communication software to connect members globally Thursday, September 4, 2008 AA Web-based communication software platform launched yesterday at Seventh-day Adventist world church headquarters is expected to help connect an estimated 16 million members and marks the latest development in the global Protestant denomination's use of technology.

Angola: rebuilding country promotes freedom of belief Thursday, July 10, 2008 Some 45,000 Angolans gathered at a sports stadium in Luanda June 28 to celebrate freedom of religion in their country