You have to go to Washington. The sports apparel entrepreneur is a gifted raconteur known for his colorful Super Bowl stories. Institute of Chartered Accountants, 1972. Founder and former Administrator, Rosemary Davies Art Competition. Member, Project Dignity Committee, since 2016. Mr Werdiger arrived in Melbourne in 1949, aged 23, as a humanitarian migrant, joining his maternal uncle's family. Under the arrangement completed last week, the Werdiger wing of the family, now led by Shlomo Werdiger, have bought out the Ledermans' half stake in the holdings in a deal . It just comes to show you that you could never know. We support Eretz Yisrael. I was encouraged to take on the work and services I do on behalf of my community. I was going to go, he says. I was away from home. I was the same modern bachur that I am now, he says, yet I had a close connection and unbelievable stories with the Beis Yisrael. In the 1980s he left the textile sector and shifted his focus to property investment when he established the Juilliard Corporation. Curriculum Advisory Committee, NSW Department of Education. Volunteer Surgeon, Medecins Sans Frontieres,(Liberia, Indonesia, Somalia) 2004-2008. My wife and I instilled in them a love for helping others she prefers to stay behind the scenes but shes responsible for the chinuch of our children and everything that we do. Meritorious Service Award, Australian Professional Teachers Association, 2012. Reb Nechemia immigrated to the United States, settling in Boro Park, where he married Liba Tisser, a fellow Holocaust survivor from Sanok, Galicia. Volunteer, University of Western Australia Visitors Centre. Rebecca Hallas. Chairman, Queensland Branch, 1985-1986, Honorary Secretary, 1984-1985. Quietly. Worshipful Master, Lodge Central Tablelands, Freemasons NSW and ACT, 2014-2016. I went upstairs to Reb Baruch Shimon; he farhered me and he took me into the yeshivah. Through business networks of people who recognize that . No pomp. So thats my next focus: the next generation.. Satmar understands what we do. I grew up in Boro Park. Lets say a pair of shoes should cost 100 shekel; we sell it for 10 shekel. So I went downstairs. Its important today also because in the political arena, you have to host politicians. Its open for children from everywhere, but the volunteers, at least the ones [who] are with the children, are all Gerrer Chassidim. Founder and Director, Luminis Foundation, since 2015. BMX Commission Vice-President, 2001-2006. I was on all fours,". Senior Visiting Dermatologist, 1974-2000. It got so that they become so attached to these kids that many times the yungerman brings the kids to [his] own house for Shabbos. The exit of Melbourne's wealthy Werdiger family from a Collins Street trophy opens the door for a Lendlease opportunity fund to invest into the city's revival. You guys never, ever, ever close a yeshivah. After his petirah, dozens of letters were found among his belongings from his correspondence with the Pnei Menachem of Ger, zya. I was and have been able to advocate for women and to help women all over the world. Awarded, Rotary Internationals Service Above Self Award, 2010. Their religious is not the reason for the award in most cases. One of my younger sons has 10-15 boys nearly every Shabbos stay with him that hes being mekarev and working with them. There are gemachim for anything you could ever think of. Member, National Permanent Impairment Coordinating Committee, Safe Work Australia, since 2017. We call ourselves OPG, Orthodox Political Group. MEMBERS of Melbourne's Jewish community have called for the immediate resignation of the board at the disgraced Yeshivah Centre in the wake of a damning royal commission probe. Associate Professor of Law, Charles Sturt University, 1984-1994. Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre. I was told that I have to gezegen zich from the Beis Yisrael. Whether it was his Gerrer ancestry or that the Rebbe recognized his potential, the Beis Yisrael allowed Shlomo to develop a very strong connection with him. Today the needs are tremendous. Clinical Dean, School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, 2007-2018. I have countless stories, but that was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, to see how the two of them interacted. I was able to get sponsorship for the sport so we could take it to many underdeveloped countries, something I am very proud of he said. I went to Torah Vodaath and I learned by Rav Pam, ztl, but when they opened the Gerrer shtiebel I started davening there.. Member, Executive Council of Australian Jewry, 1968-1970. I see hes having a whole debate with Reb Mordechai Rimmer. Past Board Member, Central Coast Abilities. now led by Shlomo Werdiger . Today, I have to say, regretfully, you have to toot your own horn. Supporter, Challenge Cancer Support Group. Inaugural Pastoral Care Coordinator, 2008-2014. Appointed, Special Prosecutor for the Commonwealth, Costigan and Stewart Royal Commissions, 1982-1984. He gives a big smile Ill never forget it. Our daughters also help out by doing functions in their homes. The Rebbe looks at me and says, Yes, Shlomo, what do you want? I said that I was going for Shabbos to my uncle in Bnei Brak. I was almost in tears. Norman Wettenhall Medal for Distinguished Achievements in Paediatric Endocrine Research, Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group, 2009. Reb Nechemia one of six siblings was one of just two who survived the war. 1. I have really enjoyed working in a variety of different jobs. Visiting Associate, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Royal Melbourne Hospital, 1985-2018. Board Director, Museum of Modern Art PS1, New York, current. You never close a girls school. He said, How do you do it? I said, How do we do it? He called in the gabbai and says, Call up Reb Baruch Shimon and tell him I am sending him someone to farher. This was a year after the petirah of the Tchebiner Rav, ztl; the Rosh Yeshivah then was Harav Baruch Shimon Schneerson. Its not charity. My kids are magnificent, I have 7 wonderful grandchildren, and I am extremely proud of all of them.. "I couldn't walk, I was written off. I have worked, and work with a lot of people so I feel as if I am getting this award for everyone.. Honorary Professor, Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2002-2007 and since 2012. Comment. I was so lucky to have such an extremely good boss. Preheat oven to 170C. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid traveled to the U.S. this week in the midst of the Passover holiday to deliver an extraordinary message: American Jews had a duty to oppose the democratically-elected Israeli government. Mr. Werdigers connection to Ger began as a young bachur, when his father sent him his only son to Eretz Yisrael to learn under the wings of the Beis Yisrael. Founder and Principal, Whitens subsequently Whittens & McKeough, 1973-2018. Honorary Secretary, Australian Orthopaedic Association 1988-1992. Donor to the Master of Business Administration Program, University of NSW. . The private group also owns and manages a portfolio of other Melbourne CBD and suburban office buildings, as well as holdings in Canberra, semi-industrial sites and a regional shopping centre. You stay in touch with them and go to Washington every once in a while. Chair and Chief Examiner, HSC Latin Panel, 2008-2009. We see the next generation, our sons, our sons-in-law, all involved in chessed. Shlomo WERDIGER, North Caulfield VIC 3161. Baruch Hashem, said Mr. Werdiger. His other passion is music and getting involved with Mitchell Conservatorium and Macquarie Philharmonia has fulfilled that interest. Chief Investigator, 14 grants, since 1985. People ask, Shlomo, how could you host this guy? Certificate of Commendation, Blacktown City Council, 2018. . Jury Chair, Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta International Design Competition, Create NSW/Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, 2019. . Through conversations with friends and meaningful one-on-ones with mentors. Ivan Simmons told J-Wire it was both a surprise and a great honour to receive his award. BACKGROUND: Solomon "Shlomo" Werdiger is the founder and CEO of licensed youth sports apparel manufacturer Outerstuff, and his company holds exclusive rights to outfit the top U.S. sports teams. We got $4,600 per voucher. Hes a guy that we cultivated. In January 2023, Shlomo and his wife listed a property in Hancock Park, Los Angeles, for $26 million. I explained to one of the politicians in Eretz Yisrael who is a complete chiloni. Yes, respite homes. At that time, when 400 Rabbanim came to Washington and our parents and our grandparents were getting slaughtered in Europe, they wouldnt even open the door for us. For Refuah VYeshuah we built these little hotels theyre called milonit.. Eminent Fellow, College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand. Music Director, State Opera of South Australia, 1988-1990. Consultant Oral Surgeon, Royal Perth Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital for Children and Repatriation General Hospital, 1950s-1960s. Director, Carlton Football Community Foundation, since 2009. The Jerusalem Post Customer Service Center can be contacted with any questions or requests: Telephone: *2421 * Extension 4 Jerusalem Post or 03-7619056 Fax: 03-5613699 E-mail: subs@jpost.com While he admits it has been a lot of work, it has been worth it to see the success of the shul and the building of the social club. Some of my best friends are big askanim in Cleveland. Council Member, Australian Community Support Organisation, 2010s. That was my [first experience with] Ger, Mr. Werdiger said. We used to spend hours talking. I sent you many letters since December kast yea and am still awaiting response. Jury Chair, Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta International Design Competition, Create NSW/Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, 2019. People in that category dont usually get awardsthey usually go to much more important people. Gold Benefactor, Art Gallery of NSW Foundation. Also dear to her heart is The Progressive Chevra Kadisha Victoria Tahara program where a close-knit group of volunteers work with a funeral director to prepare congregants for burial. 03/ vicki smorgon, val smorgon obe. Member, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, since 1979 and Member, Specialist Advisory Committee (Paediatric Endocrinology), 2013-2017. As a matter of fact, every time I went to Eretz Yisrael, the Gerrer Rebbe always asked, Were you already in Bnei Brak? I used to walk in and Reb Aharon Leib always said, Ah, my Gerrer Chassid is here. I had a very warm, special relationship with him. Helen Mahemoff feels honoured to be included in this years awards. Member, Executive Committee, Tate International Council, current. Former Member, Committee of Management, Yeshivah Centre. When we dont have money we close a church and we close a school. Another lesson learned by Mr. Werdiger from the Beis Yisrael, zya, was how to ask a Gadol a question. This didnt cost me a penny. They gave me a dorm room. Member, Spiritual Health Committee, Jewish Community Council of Victoria 2013-2016. I was successful, but my business was in imports and I was never home. She and my family are everything to me he said. I never forget how the Rebbe showed me everything. Chair, Scientific Advisory Board for clinical development project, 2013-2014. Appointed a Member of the Order of Australia, 2012. [I started out i]n shmattes. While several high-profile rabbis have already resigned from positions including the nation's top rabbi, Meir Shlomo Kluwgant - the management committee has escaped the same level They put in tremendous effort and work. Chair, Audit and Risk Committee, Safety, Return to Work and Support Division, 2012-2016. As the Curator of Yuki Kihara,Aotearoa New Zealand at the 59th Venice Biennale 2022,she says it will be a dream come true. Ted Adler says that at age 92, he is happy to gain recognition for a lifetime of work in dentistry. Another hat worn by Mr. Werdiger is in political askanus. Chair, Australian Growth Hormone Advisory Committee, 1999-2002. International Coordinator, Coordinating Office of Paediatric Endocrine Societies, 1989-1995. Raymond Laurence WHITTEN, PointPiperNSW2027. Former National Councillor, Australian Retailers Association. shlomo 13477628682. My life has been a wonderful experience, and my work has been wonderful.. You came to tell me or you came to ask? he says. Manager, Mens, Colts and Junior teams, since 2001. Today the needs of Klal Yisrael are much different than they were in Rabbi Sherers days. He says, You want hadrachah for life? He takes my sons hand with my hand, puts it on the Shulchan Aruch and says, This is your hadrachah in life. Trustee, Jewish Museum of Australia Foundation, 2010-2011. (April 17, 2023 / JNS) Negotiations over the Israeli government's judicial reform initiative resumed on Monday as coalition representatives met with counterparts from the Yesh Atid and National Unity parties at the President's Residence in Jerusalem. Yeshivah will be represented by a barrister. Executive Chairman Viking Mines Limited (ASX:VKA), since 2018, and Deputy Chairman, 2016-2018. This has to do with being Jewish.. Printer Friendly View . Council Member, Philanthropy Australia, 2000-2002. Dr Arthur Michael BRINER, NewsteadQLD4006. The Gerrer Rebbe started questioning the doctor about the eating habits of Rav Aharon Leib. Former Advisory Council Member, Centre for Social Impact. Patron, School Drama Education Program, since 2018. SHLOMO WERDIGER See more contacts Help using this website - Accessibility statement, "I couldn't walk, I was written off. I wrote down many of them because todays Rebbe, shlita, with whom I am very close, told me I should write them down. I got a big property of land from the municipality. 01/ pauline gandel, leon wieseltier, shlomo werdiger, david thurin, john gandel ao. Waks is alleging that Yeshivah Centre should have taken action to prevent further episodes, especially after they learned of criminal convictions. I said, Just to show you what the Orthodox are, Mr. Prime Minister, I just came yesterday from Korea. He gave me a lot of different ideas of what we need to do. I bring my kids to Ger. The Centre is about to be rebuilt and she is proud that she has been part of its redevelopment. Munz Chair of Genomics of Cardiovascular Disease, 2019. Lets first explore his background and gradual development into one of the foremost askanim of our community. Donor to the Art Gallery of NSW Sydney Modern Project. It took years of his lobbying and great efforts to eventually take it to the world stage as an Olympic sport under the banner of United Cyclists Internationale. Read more, Israel is one of the worlds cyber superpowers. Chair, Papers Committee, Bi-annual Family Law Conference, 2000-2016. A son of a Holocaust survivor from Sosnowiecz, Werdiger wears many hats, being in his business position a prominent outfitter of some of the most famous sports teams but at the same time an unstinting philanthropist and kiruv personality. Theres a lot to do, baruch Hashem. Musical Director, Melbourne Chamber Choir, 2013-2018. I got my sons and sons-in-law involved my oldest son, my youngest son. I am lucky that I have enjoyed much of it, he said. I suppose it is a reflection of the amount of work I have put in over the last 50 years. We have hundreds of needy families in Arad, Chatzor, Ashdod and more. There [are] no Yidden there, but hes an ohev Yisrael. Tuition aid today is something that we work very hard at. Bess Rosen told J-Wire: It has been great to offer ones services in various ways. Veteran askan Shlomo Werdiger paid a whirlwind visit to Eretz Yisroel this past weekend to solidify ties between the United States' Orthodox community and the new Israeli government, coming amid a series of protests by Israeli leftist groups against the center, right and religious parties that make up the coalition. I feel like I belong, the entertainment world is my family, and it is my purpose. Visiting Dermatologist, Julia Farr Centre, 1984-2003. Its not me. These volunteers leave their own homes and make Sedarim with the kids in the home. Member, Global Patrons Council, Art Basel, since 2014. He is a regular . Music Advisory Committee, Australian Singing Competition. Another story: I had been learning in Tchebin for maybe two weeks. I see its 4:30 in the morning. Why are we doing this? A son of a Holocaust survivor from Sosnowiecz, Werdiger wears many hats, being in his business position a prominent outfitter of some of the most famous sports teams but at the same time an unstinting philanthropist and kiruv personality. We had articles written about us in the Jerusalem Post, in Haaretz, and more, because thats important. Listen, at the end of the day, even a chiloni Yid in Eretz Yisrael has a feel for Yiddishkeit that the Reform dont have. WERDIGER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC. NEW YORK, NY 10018-9258 | Tax-exempt since March 1989. I happened to be in Eretz Yisrael for his levayah. Convenor and volunteer, Dads Army, 2012-2018. Read more, May-03 8PM AEST Zoom: Hearing issues in autistic children, A Melbourne paediatrician talks with a researcher at the Ariel University in Israel. Im friendly with his son, Harav Shimshon, shlita, and the whole family. But today that doesnt work. I was with him in Washington. The letter, signed by Am Echad co-chairmen Shlomo Werdiger and Dr. Irving Lebovics, wrote of their "grave concern over your comments at the meeting with members of the Jewish Federations in New . Musical Director, International Opera Productions/Concertori (New York/Prague), 2006-2009. Chairman, South Australian Branch, 1995-1996 and 1991-1992. Mr. Werdiger made his first foray into his current career on the advice of the current Rebbes father, the Lev Simcha, zya. Honorary Life Member, Past President and Founding Committee Member, Dental Study Group of Western Australia. The Progressive Chevra Kadisha Victoria (PCKV). Member, Council for the Order of Australia, 2010-2015. Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons (London), 1967. Member, European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology, current. I am very happy to help in any way I can. Manger, Fundraising and Community Relations, Royal NSW Institute for Deaf and Blind Children, 1992. He was buried at Springvale Cemetery in Melbourne's south eastern suburbs on Monday. There are many times that I walk into meetings where Gedolim are present I could speak for 10 minutes, make an impassioned plea about something that I think is the right thing, and half the time Ill walk out and not get my way., Its a humbling experience, he acknowledges, but thats how it is, emunas chachamim. Hopefully this positive development will soon be confirmed by Yeshivah/Werdiger." Manny Waks writes : Having just landed in Paris, I've received three separate reports of the resignation of Mr Shlomo Werdiger - the final long-serving and major player on the [Chabad of Melbourne, Australia's] Yeshivah Centre Committee of Management. Sue Morgan does not want to make a big fuss of her Award but admits that it is a joyful thing. Leaders of Melbourne's ultra-Orthodox community are pleading with the state government to let them gather in small prayer groups during Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish year, which . Were not the Orthodox that you have stereotyped., Baruch Hashem, I pride myself that my children and I make a big kiddush Hashem in this business , The message is that you can be frum, you can keep Shabbos, you can eat kosher, and youre still in this [sports] business.
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