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Nazi symbols ban
Attorney-General launches Federal Bill
By
Peter Kohn
‘There is no place in Australia for symbols that glorify the horrors of the Holocaust, and there is no place for those who seek to profit from the trade in these evil symbols or use them to promote their hatred’
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Civil case against Adass settled prior to trial
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Australia should still be concerned about World Vision
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In shock upset, Israel defeats Brazil to advance to U-20 semifinal
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Raft of Jewish innovators named ‘Finnies’ winners
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Parliament lauds Israel
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Remembering a ‘giant of the community’
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Attorney-General launches Federal Bill
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Police reopen investigation into Adass Israel School board
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Egyptian policeman shoots and kills three IDF soldiers on border
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Probe of Adass role in Leifer’s exit resumes
'Blind ignorance'
Greens’ new policy accuses Israel of apartheid
By
Gareth Narunsky
The Australian Greens on Sunday updated their policy position on the Israeli-Palestinian issue, including recognising “that the state of Israel is practising the crime of apartheid…”
Our say
A tale of two parties
Tributes pour in
Remembering a ‘giant of the community’
By
GARETH NARUNSKY AND CARLY ADNO
True mensch and “giant of the community”, Sydney stalwart Graham Einfeld has been remembered following his passing over the weekend.
Case resumes
Probe of Adass role in Leifer’s exit resumes
By
Peter Kohn
Dassi Erlich, Elly Sapper and Nicole Meyer, and the broader community, are owed a further investigation of the 2008 Adass board’s activities.
Partial guilty verdict
Solace in ‘collective win’
By
Jacob Magid
An epic saga
Long road to justice
By
Peter Kohn
DESSAU LOOKS BACK
Tribute to governors’ spouses
By
Peter Kohn
Linda Dessau, Victoria’s first female governor, has been one of five Jewish vice-regal office holders in Australia.
O'NEILL TO LEAD WITH WARD
NSW Parliamentary Friends of Israel appoints co-chairs
By
Carly Adno
Coogee MP Marjorie O’Neill and deputy Liberals’ leader Natalie Ward have been appointed co-chairs of the group.
Fintech Australia Awards
Jewish innovators named ‘Finnies’ winners
By
CARLY ADNO & SHANE DESIATNIK
110 ethnic groups
Multicultural communities rally behind the Voice
By
Mia Gardiner
The growing nationwide alliance of multicultural groups has issued a joint resolution urging “all Australians to work together to ensure referendum success”.
Reconciliation Week
Striving for reconciliation
By
Peter Kohn
Nation building
Righting the wrongs of the past
By
MARK LEIBLER
Israel news
Three IDF soldiers killed by Egyptian policeman
By
TOI STAFF
Israel has informed Egypt that it expects a full investigation into the killing of the three soldiers by an Egyptian policeman who crossed the border.
A path to true love
'A slow process. An organic process'
Make me a match
By
Rebecca Davis
Aleeza Ben Shalom is the shadchan star of the hit Netflix series Jewish Matchmaking. She shares her insights and tips for navigating the modern dating world with The AJN.
Executive branch & beyond
Biden to combat antisemitism
By
Ron Kampeas
The multifaceted and broad strategy to combat antisemitism in the United States has been in the works since December, and the White House has consulted with large Jewish organisations throughout the process.
ECAJ on antisemitism
‘Serious drawback’ to US plan
By
AJN STAFF
Our say
Fighting hate
El Halabi verdict
Australia should still be concerned about World Vision
By
Clifford Smith
Despite World Vision’s denials, there is ample evidence that convicted aid worker Mohammad El Halabi did indeed funnel money to Hamas.
Football
In shock upset, Israel defeats Brazil to advance to U-20 semifinal
By
TOI STAFF
Blue and Whites pull out 3-2 overtime win against global soccer powerhouse, continuing the team’s cinderella run at World Cup in Argentina
Football
Israel reaches U20 men’s World Cup quarter-finals
By
TIMES OF ISRAEL STAFF
Heroic win
Israel through to Under-20 World Cup final 16
By
Michael Bachner
Impressive talent pool
Israel will have ‘huge role’ to play in AI revolution, OpenAI’s Sam Altman says
By
SHARON WROBEL
The visiting co-founder of Microsoft-backed OpenAI says the firm is examining various investment options in Israel.
Profile
Sam Altman: The quick, deep thinker leading OpenAI
Not losing hope
Writing a wrong: We Stand With Evan
By
Jessica Abelsohn
'A deep pride in Israel'
My Israel Story – ‘A complete modern marvel’
By
Danny Beran
After an organised trip to Israel fell through last month, Danny Beran went on an Israeli mission of his own.
Diverse and spiritual
My Israel Story – ‘A land of 100 faces’
By
Hannah Schauder
'Everlasting connection'
My Israel Story – A soul-stirring experience
By
Rabbi Daniel Rabin
Plastics are a roadblock
Making takeaway more eco-friendly
By
Peter Kohn
For 15 years, Gary Smith of Sydney, CEO of Australian packaging development company BioPak, has been on a mission to substitute plastics in the fast-food and grocery space.
Technology at scale
How big data is driving medical research
By
Shane Desiatnik
'Reuse over recycling'
A ‘win-win’ way to recycle electronics
By
Gareth Narunsky
Census data released
Record number of Jews
By
Peter Kohn
Holocaust Awareness
Today’s Australians and the Holocaust
By
Peter Kohn
A landmark survey conducted with the backing of the Gandel Foundation has created a comprehensive portrait of what Australians know and think about the Holocaust. Ahead of its launch on International Holocaust Remembrance Day today, The AJN examined this breakthrough project.
A creative outlet
'I got the baking bug from my mum and my grandmothers'
Donning her apron for Bake Off
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Is Natalie Levy Australia’s greatest amateur baker? We’ll soon be able to find out as we follow her journey on The Great Australian Bake Off.
What to expect when you’re getting older
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Finding purpose and personal meaning
By
Jessica Abelsohn
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By
Mia Gardiner
MUSIC
Israeli and Australian musicians recording together
By
AJN STAFF
For the boys
Supporting The. Greatest. Of. All. Time
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Education awards
‘Delighted’ to be nominated
By
Carly Adno
24-HOUR HOTLINE
Service offers medical advice and response
By
Carly Adno
Holocaust drama
The Zone of Interest wins runner-up prize at Cannes Film Festival
By
Andrew Lapin
JIFF At The Movies
Could you be friends with Adolf?
By
Lindy Tamir
Simply the best
From Anna to Tina and the queen of rock and roll
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Milestone achievement
Celebrating a 35-year radio ride
By
Shane Desiatnik
In My Pocket
Program aimed at school children
By
AJN STAFF
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Nazi symbols
‘We will act to keep you safe’
By
Mark Dreyfus
'Fragile democracy'
Every Saturday night in Israel
By
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Triangular patch of dirt
More than just a symbol of friendship
By
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Part of a much larger game
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Our say
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By
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Nation building
Righting the wrongs of the past
By
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Voice referendum
A journey of empathy and empowerment
By
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Research ethics explained
‘The risks can easily outweigh the benefits’
By
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Leadership wiped out
Quiet achieved, but for how long?
By
DAVID HOROVITZ
Our say
Deja vu
Gaza escalation
Who is the enemy and why hit now?
By
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Protests continue
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By
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Better screening needed
Being ‘breast aware’ is just the start
By
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Our say
Looking back
For her future
Standing up for the Israel we care for
By
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A mission to save lives
Bringing help and hope
Holocaust drama
The Zone of Interest wins runner-up prize at Cannes Film Festival
By
Andrew Lapin
Magnificent and enduring
The amazing Jewish backstory of Paddington Bear
By
Thasanya Jayasumana
Mama Mia in Aus
Thank you for the music
By
Jessica Abelsohn
'Jew-ish'
Voyage of a lifetime
By
Jessica Abelsohn
National Volunteer Week
Saluting our volunteers
First Israeli
Ishay Ribo to headline Madison Square Garden
By
Jackie Hajdenberg
A blend of cultures
The new culinary destination
By
Carly Adno
'You're with me'
Israel’s Noa Kirel rides Unicorn to Eurovision grand final
By
AMY SPIRO
Review
Joy and sadness in home-grown Holocaust musical
By
Danny Gocs
Milestone achievement
Celebrating a 35-year radio ride
By
Shane Desiatnik
All 'about the food'
Simple, fast, fun and personalised cooking
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Risked death to aid Jews
The story of Anne Frank’s best ‘helper’ Miep Gies
By
Matt Lebovic
'Life is what it is'
Jerry Springer dies at 79
By
Andrew Silow-Carroll
'A crucial refuge'
Defining their own Zionism
By
Mia Gardiner
The Jewish State
Recognising the beauty of Israel
By
Rabbi Daniel Rabin
Q&A with Dave Rich
Re-thinking antisemitism 101
By
Josh Feldman
Topol-oh-seven
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By
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An epic saga
Long road to justice
By
Peter Kohn
MUSICAL THEATRE
Melbourne, Sydney … next stop New York
By
Hannah Schauder
Community Heartbeat
CHABAD OF RARA
Rabbi’s Lennox Head visit is full of heart
By
AJN STAFF
Art Exhibition
Growing exhibition showcases Jewish artists
By
Shane Desiatnik
RETIRING AFTER 55 YEARS
‘Consistency, dedication and care’
By
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Holocaust Survivor Support Program
Smile On Seniors announce Charidy campaign
By
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Laughter and kindness
Rabbi Rabin observes the power of clown doctors
By
Hannah Schauder
Opening of new social club
UIA welcomes residents to new Amigour home
By
Hannah Schauder
Sydney event
Kosher night at Shaffa restaurant
By
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WALKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Meyers enjoys life highlight
By
AJN STAFF
Interfaith Relations
South Sudanese and Timorese visitors
By
Mia Gardiner
Graduate's Milestone
Ethiopian-Israeli wears white coat
By
Mia Gardiner
Mikey's legacy
Gold Coast mother creates revolutionary shorts
By
Mia Gardiner
Writer Workshop Series
‘FREEDOM: My Story’ event
By
Mia Gardiner
Education awards
‘Delighted’ to be nominated
By
Carly Adno
A night to remember
Gold Dinner breaks fundraising record
By
Shane Desiatnik
KARATE
Aussie reps open new dojo at COA hall
By
Shane Desiatnik
EMANUEL SCHOOL
Empowering student leaders in sustainability
By
AJN STAFF
LIMMUD IN YOUR LOUNGE
Inspiring conversations about Jewish culture
By
AJN STAFF
Avenues of Care
B’nai B’rith, Social Blueprint, and Caulfield Shule join forces
By
Mia Gardiner
Education Seminars
MHM explores Nazi readings of the Talmud
By
Mia Gardiner
'Everlasting connection'
My Israel Story – A soul-stirring experience
By
Rabbi Daniel Rabin
Shmooze
'A radical idea'
Way before icon Barbie got the Hollywood treatment, she was ‘born’ with Jewish roots
By
Cathryn J. Prince
US denounces Roger Waters performance in Berlin as antisemitic
By
MATTHEW LEE
'Happy you stopped by'
Guns N’ Roses rocks sold-out crowd in Tel Aviv
By
JESSICA STEINBERG
Beanie Feldstein married
A summer camp wedding
By
Evelyn Frick
'There's a peace here'
Robbie Williams feels the love in Tel Aviv
By
Charlie Summers
Sim-ply delicious
Jewish food enters The Sims
By
AJN STAFF
A love of hummus
Joey King’s tribute to Israel
By
AJN STAFF
Madonna to visit Israel
Material girl or spiritual girl?
By
AJN STAFF
Good samaritan
Woody Allen saves the day
By
Gabe Friedman
Blonde on the inside
Come on Gal, let’s go party
By
STUART WINER
Cheeky shot
Two nude troops and an officer
By
AJN STAFF
Sim-ply delicious
Jewish food enters The Sims
By
Phillisa Cramer
Star-studded wedding
Aussie snowboarder marries Jewish heiress
By
AJN STAFF
'Happened regularly'
Debra Messing shares harrowing antisemitic incident from her childhood
By
Lior Zaltzman
Unicorn at Eurovision
Noa Kirel takes home third place
By
Amy Spiro & AJN Staff
Proceeds to be donated
Adidas to sell off Yeezy shoes
By
Andrew Lapin
Jewish star
Parade star Ben Platt wears Magen David necklace as part of Met Gala costume
'Delighted to be honoured'
Barbra Streisand awarded 10th anniversary Genesis Prize
Mazal Tov, Richies
Sofia Richie’s very Jewish wedding
Happy Passover
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By
AJN STAFF
Sport
TENNIS
Solid start to French Open
By
Shane Desiatnik
SWIMMING
Maccabi spirit evident in Orange
By
Shane Desiatnik
Football
In shock upset, Israel defeats Brazil to advance to U-20 semifinal
By
TOI STAFF
FOOTY
Joel a winner in his 150th game
By
AJN STAFF
Football
Israel reaches U20 men’s World Cup quarter-finals
By
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Elevating Israel
Debutants Israel create history in Argentina
By
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Heroic win
Israel through to Under-20 World Cup final 16
By
Michael Bachner
AFL
Sheezel shines at half-forward
By
AJN STAFF
MEN'S FOOTBALL
Momentous round for Maccabi
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AJN STAFF
Mazal Tov
Jewish gymnasts finish Aus championships on a high
By
Shane Desiatnik
SAILING
Israeli duo take next step in Sydney Harbour
By
Shane Desiatnik
JUNIOR BASKETBALL
Four Maccabi teams win City grand finals
By
AJN STAFF
FOOTY
Jackettes continue winning ways
By
AJN STAFF
FOOTY
AJAX opens new Albert Park facility
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AJN STAFF
FUTSAL
Derby delight in winter league
By
AJN STAFF
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
100-year-old survivor throws first pitch
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Gymnastics Championships
Promising start to nationals in the Gold Coast
By
Shane Desiatnik
Omission of Israeli team
World Rugby backs South Africa
By
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RUGBY
Better signs for injury-hit Maccabi
By
Shane Desiatnik
AUSSIE RULES
Beersheba hosts AFL Anzac event
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