CBDChabad Sydney has successfully completed a trial Lunch & Learn session at Tower 2, Westpac HQ, Barangaroo, paving the way for the launch of a new weekly Thursday gathering serving professionals working in Sydney’s western CBD.

The initiative forms part of CBDChabad Sydney’s ongoing effort to make Jewish learning, networking and community accessible throughout the city and downtown area, providing local residents, Jewish professionals and members of the wider Australian community with opportunities to connect, learn and build meaningful relationships during the workday.

The Barangaroo program completes a city-wide network of weekly Lunch & Learn gatherings, with CBDChabad now serving four key CBD districts:

• Monday: Surry Hills
• Tuesday: Chifley Square & the Financial District
• Wednesday: Central & Hyde Park Precinct
• Thursday: Barangaroo

“Wherever you work or live in and around Sydney’s CBD, there is now a regular opportunity within walking distance to connect with others, engage in meaningful learning and strengthen community,” said Rabbi Danny Yaffe, Director of CBDChabad Sydney.

The Barangaroo trial brought together professionals and community members from across the precinct and surrounding CBD for an hour of learning, networking and connection.

CBDChabad expressed its gratitude to Kelly Benson and Westpac for helping facilitate the initiative and supporting the establishment of a welcoming community presence within Barangaroo.

The expansion comes at a time when many communities are seeking practical ways to strengthen social connection and resilience.

“In light of everything our community has experienced in recent years, our response is not withdrawal, but engagement. Not isolation, but connection. Not fear, but community,” Rabbi Yaffe said.

Weekly Lunch & Learn sessions are open to local residents, Jewish professionals and members of the wider Australian community throughout the Sydney CBD and surrounding areas.

For further information, visit CBDChabad Sydney