Dates: November 29 – December 1, 2024
Location: Belgrave Heights Convention Centre in Melbourne, Victoria (3 Convention Ave, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160)
International Guest Speaker: Pastor Shmuel Aweida from Beit Eliyahu Messianic Congregation, Israel
Join us for our annual Simcha (“a joyous occasion”) national Messianic conference from November 29th to December 1st at the Belgrave Heights Convention Centre! This year’s theme will be: “One Messiah, One People: What Does Peace in the Middle East Look Like?”
Experience a unique weekend filled with inspiration and empowerment as we seek the Lord for peace in Israel.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER
Shmuel Aweida
Shmuel Aweida is an Arab Israeli pastor, overseeing Beit Eliyahu Messianic Congregation in Haifa, Israel. He was born and raised in Haifa, in a believing family of Zionistic Arabs who upheld the Messiah of Israel and God’s plan for His people. He holds two Masters degrees in Theology, Leadership and Ministry. Since 1979, he has been the pastor of Beit Eliyahu and serves as chairman of Hagefen Publishing and The Ebenezer Senior Citizen’s Home. Shmuel also teaches at youth and soldier conferences and various congregations in Israel. We are thankful to have Shmuel come visit us in Australia so we may hear his unique perspective on recent events in the Middle East.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER
Mark Leach
We are excited to have Mark Leach join our Simcha conference. Following the events of October 7, Mark co-founded “Never Again Is Now”, a national movement to make antisemitism unthinkable by hosting rallies throughout Australia to stand against antisemitism. Mark is an Anglican minister, whose mother was Jewish, father Catholic, and brother Muslim. He will share his story of God’s work in his life and how we all can respond at this time to show love and solidarity with our Jewish friends and neighbours.
Prepare for a transformative time of worship and teaching. This family-oriented event will kick off with a joyous Shabbat dinner on Friday, November 29th, uniting the body of Yeshua from across Australia.
Throughout Saturday and Sunday, dive into main sessions and workshops designed to uplift and motivate us in our relationships with Yeshua. Children and youth will enjoy age-appropriate programs crafted just for them.
Book your tickets today to get first access to room accommodation at Belgrave Convention Centre. Registration is open until November 13, or until tickets are sold out.
We can’t wait to celebrate Simcha with you!
If you experience any issues during your booking process, contact our office at [email protected] or + 61 3 9563 5544.
Belgrave Heights Convention Centre
3 Convention Ave, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160
Simcha 2024 will be located at Belgrave Heights Convention Centre, a Christian-owned centre just 40km east of Melbourne in a beautiful setting of gum trees, bush and ornamental trees on 8-hectare grounds.
Should you wish to stay on-site, you will be able to select from a number of accommodation options at Belgrave Heights Convention Centre during your booking process.
Your options are:
HOPE CENTRE
Newly built modern facilities where every room has an ensuite bathroom. Shared rooms in a combination of single or bunk beds. If you are booking as a group of 3 or more, you will automatically have a room to yourselves. Exclusive rooms have sold out and are no longer available. Linens are provided for additional $30 per person, otherwise you will need to bring your own.
BUDGET LODGES
Hostel-style cabin rooms. Restrooms, showers, kitchens and meeting/dining rooms are all separate to sleeping quarters. Linens are provided for additional $30 per person, otherwise you will need to bring your own.
CAMPING
You may camp on the BHC Grounds. Belgrave Heights Convention has many sites for tents and caravans on its property. Most sites are powered. A washing machine and dryer are available at some of the Toilet Blocks.
Ticket Pricing
| Length of Stay | Accommodation | Person Type | Price Per Person |
| Full Time (3 Days) | Hope Centre (Meals Included) |
Adult (13yrs+) | $295 |
| Concession/Pensioner | $285 | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $200 | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $20 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Full Time | Budget Lodges (Meals Included) |
Adult (13yrs+) | $280 |
| Concession/Pensioner | $270 | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $190 | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $20 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Part Time (2 Days, 1 Night) | Budget Lodges (Meals Included) |
Adult (13yrs+) | $215 |
| Concession/Pensioner | $205 | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $135 | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $15 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Full Time | Camping (Meals are an additional cost) |
Adult (13yrs+) | $160 (+$85pp for meals) |
| Concession/Pensioner | N/A | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $100 (+$55pp for meals) | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $20 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Full Time | Your Own Accommodation (Meals are an additional cost) |
Adult (13yrs+) | $145 (+$85pp for meals) |
| Concession/Pensioner | $135 (+$85pp for meals) | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $115 (+$55pp for meals) | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $20 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Day Passes | Friday Night | Adult (13yrs+) | $40 (+$20pp for Shabbat Dinner) |
| Concession/Pensioner | N/A | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $25 (+$15pp for Shabbat Dinner) | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $4 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| All-Day Saturday | Adult (13yrs+) | $90 (+$40pp for meals) | |
| Concession/Pensioner | N/A | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $55 (+$40pp for meals) | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $10 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Saturday Evening Session Only | Adult (13yrs+) | $40 | |
| Concession/Pensioner | N/A | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $25 | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $4 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 | ||
| Sunday Morning | Adult (13yrs+) | $40 ($13pp for lunch) | |
| Concession/Pensioner | N/A | ||
| Child (4-12yrs) | $25 ($10pp for lunch) | ||
| Toddler (2-3yrs) | $4 | ||
| Baby (0-1yrs) | $0 |
Conference Schedule
This is a tentative schedule that is subject to change.
| Friday 29 November | ||||
| 4:00-6:30pm | Registration | |||
| 6:30-8.00pm | SHABBAT DINNER | |||
| 8:00-9:00pm | Session 1 | |||
| Saturday 30 November | ||||
| 9:00-10:00am | Shabbat Shacharit Service Session 2 |
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| 10:00-10:30am | Morning Tea | |||
| 10:30am-12:00pm | Shabbat Family Service Session 3 |
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| 12:00-2:00pm | Lunch | |||
| 2:00-3:00pm | Workshop 1 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 3 | |
| 3:00-3:30pm | Afternoon Tea | |||
| 3:30-4:30pm | Workshop 4 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 6 | |
| 4:30-7:00pm | Dinner | |||
| 7:00-9:00pm | Worship Service Session 4 |
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| Sunday 01 December | ||||
| 9:00-10:30am | Session 5 | |||
| 10:30-11:00am | Morning Tea | |||
| 11:00am-12:00pm | Session 6 | |||
| 12:00pm | Group Photo | |||
| 12:00pm-1:00pm | Lunch | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will Simcha 2024 sessions be livestreamed?
No, sessions will not be livestreamed. However, attendees will be able to pre-order the recordings of each session on a USB flash drive while they are at the event.
- Where should I stay during Simcha 2024?
You may choose to stay on-site at Belgrave Heights Convention Centre with their Hope Centre, Budget Lodges, or camping options. You may also coordinate your own accommodation off-site.
- How do I get to Belgrave Heights Convention Centre?
There are a number of travel options. If you are coming from interstate, fly into Tullamarine Airport. You can take a taxi or rideshare directly from Tullamarine to Belgrave Heights, approximately an hour’s drive. You can also rent a car for the weekend if you want to do some travelling around Melbourne. Alternatively, you can take the Sky Bus from Tullamarine to Southern Cross Station, take the train from Southern Cross Station to Belgrave Station, then the 697 Bus to Stop “The Crescent/Colby Dr”. It is then a 6 minute walk to Belgrave Heights Convention Centre. Finally, if there is enough interest, we may coordinate a shuttle service from Tullamarine Airport to Belgrave Heights Convention Centre. To express your interest in this service, please mark it in your booking.
Parking – Parking is available on the Convention grounds. To maintain good relations with the neighbours DO NOT park in the street outside the Convention property. For those staying on-site, you may park at the Convention Lodge Car Park. If you only have a Day Pass, you may park at the Day Visitor Car Park.
Disabled Access – Vehicle access for disabled drop-off is located next to the auditorium on the left of Convention Avenue for drivers with disabled passengers. This is not a parking space, but cars can be parked across the road.
- What times should I book my flights for that weekend?
You should arrive to Belgrave Heights after 3 PM on Friday, November 29, and may leave any time from Belgrave Heights after lunch (approximately 2 PM) on Sunday, December 1.
If you intend to use our shuttle service, the shuttle will leave Tullamarine Airport at 1:30 PM on Friday, November 29 to go directly to the Belgrave Heights Convention Centre. The shuttle will leave at 2 PM on Sunday, December 1 to return to Tullamarine.
- Are meals included in the registration cost?
Meals are an additional cost on top of your ticket, unless you stay in the Hope Centre or Budget Lodges. You will be able to add meals during the booking process.
- Are linens provided in each room?
Linens are an additional cost on top of your ticket, per Belgrave Heights Convention Centre policy. Should you opt to pay the extra cost, Belgrave Heights Convention Centre will supply you with linens (Flat sheet, Fitted Sheet, Pillow, Pillowcase, Doona in cover, Towel, Bathmat). Otherwise you will need to bring your own. Note this service is only available if you stay in the Hope Centre or Budget Lodges.
- Will there be free time during the weekend?
If you would like to do some sightseeing around Melbourne, we suggest getting to Melbourne early or giving yourself time at the end of the weekend before going home. We have a packed schedule from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning.
- Do I need to book tickets for each day of the conference?
You will have the option to book a full conference ticket, which will give you access to all three days of the conference. Alternatively, you can select “Day Pass” where you can select one day to attend. You may also book two days back-to-back if you are also booking accommodation. If you would like to attend two days with no accommodation, you will need to make two separate bookings.
- Will there be a shuttle service for attendees coming interstate?
This will depend on demand. You will be given an opportunity in the booking form to let us know if you will require a shuttle service should we provide one.
- Will there be a separate Youth Camp like Simcha 2023?
No, youth will have their own sessions tailored to them on-site during the main sessions. They will stay with you in your accommodation on-site or off-site.
- Will there be childcare at Simcha 2024?
There will be a children’s program during all sessions of the conference, including a Creche Room for toddlers. A “Nursing Mums Room” will be available during all sessions except the breakout sessions on Saturday.
- When should I arrive at Belgrave Heights Convention Centre if I am attending the full conference or Friday dinner and evening session?
You may arrive after 3 PM on Friday. Note that the property will be closed prior to 3 PM. Registration will open at 4 PM. The Shabbat Dinner will commence at approximately 6:30 PM.
- Can I attend for only one or two sessions?
You may choose to book for just the Friday evening session or Saturday evening session. Please note only tea and coffee are included, and meals are an additional cost. If you would like to book both sessions, you must make separate bookings.
