story of state aid to Jewish establishments in New South Wales

In the early stages of the colony's history, grants to churches and stipends to ministers were given at the discretion of the Governor. The Jews were entitled to the small allowance of 200 pounds. In 1862 state aid to religion was altogether abolished. Certain Crown grants of land were made in the country areas of the colony with the object of directly or indirectly furthering education in the Jewish community