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JBD marks Kristallnacht
Keeping memory alive
By
Shane Desiatnik
Professor Henry Brodaty devers keynote; survivor Edel Fischer urges younger generations to keep Holocaust memory alive
Social cohesion
Report: anti-Jewish views have doubled
By
AJN STAFF
OHPI identifies bots
Bot fears over hate wave
By
Bruce Hill
Federal funding
Bondi recovery grants of up to $300,000 now open
By
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16th fatality
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Gala dinner
Bondi mental health support extended at Jewish House
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The Jewish Muezzin
The unfinished song of Orphaned Land
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OHPI identifies bots
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Coalition talks
Eisenkot tasked with forming government
7
South African Jewry
Is Johannesburg’s Jewish future living overseas?
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Musical review
Fiddler on the Roof returns with a cutting edge
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Remembering Eva Geller
Holocaust survivor remembered for her warmth
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Battle for Bayside
A spotlight on Brighton
Opinion
Building bridges
Building bridges doesn’t require agreement
By
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Seeing is believing
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By
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Medical cooperation
Australia–Israel medical ties need follow-through
By
DAVID ADLER
Remembering Kristallnacht
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By
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South African Jewry
Is Johannesburg’s Jewish future living overseas?
By
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Victims of Kristallnacht
Four degrees of separation from Kristallnacht
By
Zeddy Lawrence
A daughter’s journey
My Father’s Italian Garden
By
Dr Rachael Kohn AO
Form relived to lived
Are we Australian Jews or Jewish Australians?
By
Morris Misel
Reflections from Israel
What the Board of Deputies does for you
By
Greg Joffe
Reflections from Israel
A day spent by the Mediterranean sea
By
Lynda Ben-Menashe
Riding in remembrance
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By
Alon Cassuto
My election prediction
The questions candidates must answer
By
Naomi Levin
Unity of music
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2026 Israeli election
Israel’s election: A case for continuity
By
Robert Gregory
Israeli election
Israel needs a government of national repair
By
Adam Slonim
Israeli election
The importance of next week’s poll
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Ran Porat
Justice for Malki
My daughter deserves more than a mention
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Arnold Roth
Defending Israel abroad
An obligation and a moral imperative
By
Danny Hochberg
A shared history
The possibility of a different future
By
Bibi Soleimani
Misguided expectations
World Central Kitchen attack: tragedy, not a crime
By
Dr Brian L Cox
Remembering Eva Geller
Eva Geller, injured in Bondi shooting, passes away at 90
Holocaust survivor remembered for her warmth
By
Gareth Narunsky
Family farewells Eva Geller, remembering her kindness, resilience and a life devoted to those she loved.
Our say
Heartbroken all over again
By
AJN STAFF
16th fatality
Bondi attack victim Eva Geller dies, aged 90
By
AJN STAFF
Remembering Kristallnacht
The broken glass and Eva Geller
By
SHANE SHMUEL
From activist to advocate
The Copt advocating for Israel
By
Dahlia D'Onghia
Michael Gamal shares his journey from anti-Israel activism to Zionist advocacy on his first Australian visit.
Commonwealth summit
Bondi responder Rabbi Yanky Super meets King Charles
By
AJN STAFF
Rabbi Yanky Super, the Hatzolah volunteer shot at the Bondi Chanukah celebration, met King Charles III and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at CHOGM in Antigua and Barbuda
Admiralty House reception
Governor-General hosts Jewish community
By
AJN STAFF
Gala dinner
Bondi mental health support extended at Jewish House
By
Gareth Narunsky
Health Minister Mark Butler announced extended mental health support for those affected by the Bondi attack, as Jewish House honoured lifesavers and community leaders
The information war
Canadian author warns Bondi lessons being forgotten
By
Gareth Narunsky
Community security
Armed Response Command begins operations
By
AJN STAFF
Coalition talks
“Creative and unconventional” pathways
Eisenkot tasked with forming government
By
ARIELA KARMEL
Gadi Eisenkot pledges ‘creative and unconventional’ steps to form a national emergency government.
Knesset
Cheers and jeers as Israel’s 26th Knesset sworn in
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Our say
Two elections, worldwide implications
By
AJN STAFF
Battle for Bayside
A spotlight on Brighton
By
Dahlia D'Onghia
Bayside candidates outline priorities on community safety and antisemitism ahead of the Victorian election.
Michael O'Brien retires
Malvern heads to the polls with a new Liberal face
By
Bruce Hill
Victorian State election
Jewish candidate eyes Brighton
By
Dahlia D'Onghia
Wilson’s hate pledge
Wilson pledges protest laws at Bondi book launch
By
Bruce Hill
Women empowering women
A connection beyond borders
By
Jenna Pinchuck
A journey to Israel brought 200 Jewish mothers together, forging powerful connections with Israeli women and discovering the strength of sisterhood, community and shared identity.
Sbarro bombing
US court approves legally serving Malki Roth’s killer
By
Gareth Narunsky
The family of Melbourne-born terror victim Malki Roth has won approval to serve legal papers on Ahlam Tamimi, who has lived freely in Jordan since 2011
Palestine pledge stands
Coalition would still revoke Palestine recognition
By
Bruce Hill
Ted O’Brien says the Coalition would still revoke Palestinian recognition, but details must wait.
Antisemitism plan
Jillian Segal: ‘I don’t know that we’re safer’
By
Gareth Narunsky
Special Envoy’s updated plan names a fourth form of antisemitism and calls for enforceable funding conditions, with the Royal Commission still to report
ASECA Priorities
Segal releases updated priorities to combat hate
By
Gareth Narunsky
Media complaint
Ombudsman: SBS breached accuracy rules on ICJ ruling
By
AJN STAFF
Song of solidarity
Boy George lands in Israel
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Culture Club frontman, Boy George, says conversations with childhood friends in Britain moved him to speak out. Now he is bringing We Will Dance Again and his solidarity to Tel Aviv.
The Jewish Muezzin
'I am the son of the conflict'
The unfinished song of Orphaned Land
By
Gareth Narunsky
For 30 years, Kobi Farhi built bridges between Israelis and Arabs through heavy metal music. Then on October 7, 2023, his world of coexistence fell apart
Everyone invited
Final public workshop for Sharing Light set for Bondi
By
Jessica Abelsohn
By the time workshops for Sharing Light conclude, more than 100 groups, including families, first responders, schools and community groups, will have taken part in the initiative.
In remembrance
Registrations open for Bondi memorial ‘We Are One’
By
Gareth Narunsky
Women's Division event
Conversation, connection and community with JCA
By
AJN STAFF
UN Day Honour Award
Ocean Lovers founders honoured
By
AJN STAFF
Ocean Lovers Festival co-founders have been honoured for their work in public engagement on ocean conservation at the annual UN Day Lunch at NSW Parliament House.
Unity and division
The relationship between Orthodox and Progressive Judaism
Same side, separate shules
By
Bruce Hill
Australian Jews have stood together since October 7 and Bondi. Bruce Hill asks whether any of that has changed the relationship between Orthodox and Progressive Judaism.
Presidential honour
Herzog hosts farewell for departing ZFA president
By
AJN STAFF
Going off script
'a wonderful setting for a romance novel'
A summer on Büyükada
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Tami Sussman returns with a second novel for young adult readers, about an Australian boy and a Turkish girl on a Marmara Sea island. The AJN spoke to the author about One Summer.
Understanding Nova
'October 7 wasn't a headline; it was a human catastrophe'
Nova Exhibition looks to exhibit in Australia
By
Anna Pasternak
Producers of the touring exhibition on the October 7 festival massacre say they are hoping to bring the Nova Exhibition to Australia soon.
Identity and advocacy
‘A proud Australian, a proud Jew’
By
Gareth Narunsky
Frydenberg reflects on his Jewish identity and why October 7 compelled him to speak out against antisemitism.
Comedy with chutzpah
‘Best job in the world’
Turning Jewish life into laughter
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Zach Margolin left a career in real estate to make Jewish comedy, introducing the world to several hilarious Israeli characters. The AJN spoke to the comedian about what audiences can expect from his first Australian show.
A shared experience
A varied program for a varied community and beyond
By
Jessica Abelsohn
The inner world
‘a sense of collective strength’
Giving voice to the stories from Bondi
By
Jessica Abelsohn
After Bondi: Survivor Stories explores what went through people’s minds when they thought it was the end, and what has stayed with them since.
Light shines through
‘I knew this was what I wanted to do with my life’
A voice that won’t break
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Jessica Abelsohn
With a smile that can light up even the darkest days, Daniella Gilboa has shown the world that nothing will break her spirit. The AJN spoke to Gilboa about bringing her debut single and beautiful light to Australia for SHIR.
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The Australian Jewish News recognised in NSW Parliament
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‘The team have covered the attack and its aftermath with the sensitivity and gravitas it required, and they should be recognised for these efforts’
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Inside the room that held onto hope
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Melbourne rabbi named among global young Zionist honourees
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Anne Zahalka’s career-spanning exhibition
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From Kyiv to Hollywood
The Jewish tailor who dressed Elvis
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'be about it'
Jonah Platt refuses to be quiet
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Music and emotions
Sparkling like a Diamond
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The laughs keep coming
A century of Mel Brooks
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Community Heartbeat
MedEx returns
MedEx returns to Sydney and Melbourne
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Mizrahi heritage
Honouring Jews from Arab lands and Iran
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Songs for this time
Special concert in response to Bondi attack
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Sir John Monash tribute
Families reunite at yahrzeit service
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First singles’ event planned
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Scouts NSW
Jewish duo’s service to Scouts recognised
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UIA Young Leadership
Two survivors will share their stories
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'Brave talks' series
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Israeli broadcaster, actor to headline UIA AGM
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Everyday Heroes Awards
Rabbi nominated for community work
By
AJN STAFF
Women's Division event
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By
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Everyone invited
Final public workshop for Sharing Light set for Bondi
By
Jessica Abelsohn
Coming full circle
Emanuel school alumni watch children graduate
By
AJN STAFF
Westfield locals heroes
Eden becomes youngest ever winner
By
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The gift of caring
Bar mitzvah boy’s generous gift
By
AJN STAFF
In My Pocket Project
Holocaust education project expands to UK
By
AJN STAFF
B'nai B'rith
Grant recipient announced
By
AJN STAFF
The Giving Closet
Charity launches designer clothing initiative
By
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Honouring those we lost
A piece of Bondi scattered at Nova
By
Jessica Abelsohn
‘I've come full circle’
Emanuel school alumni watch children graduate
By
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FOOTBALL
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ATHLETICS
Maccabi clinch two Vic cross country series titles
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AFL
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NETBALL
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MACCABI GOLF
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FOOTBALL
Hakoah FC become State League One U20 champions
By
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BASKETBALL
Bondi survivor’s spirited return to Maccabi team
By
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MEN'S FOOTY
Jackas play in two 2026 VAFA men’s grand finals
By
Shane Desiatnik
JUNIOR FOOTY
AJAX Falcons fly high to win U18 boys div 3 flag
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NETBALL
Momentum for finals at Maccabi NSW netball awards
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MEN'S FOOTBALL
Maccabi-Hakoah shine in Easts major semi-final
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HOCKEY
Super semis for Maccabi Victoria hockey teams
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MEN'S FOOTY
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MARTIAL ARTS
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Sydney Marathon success
Team Shalva surrounded by community support
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Royal commission hearings
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European Commission to examine initiative seeking suspension of Israel pact
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ToI Staff
Nov. 11: Trump claims US has already won the Iran war, now wants ‘total victory’
By
ToI Staff
and
Michael Bachner
Nov. 10: Yashar cancels scheduled negotiations with Likud after Netanyahu’s ‘divisive speech’
By
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Nov. 9: Republican US lawmaker moves to impeach defense secretary Hegseth over Iran war
By
ToI Staff
Nov. 8: 11 arrested in mass brawl in Lod after far-right 'sovereignty march' in Arab neighborhood
By
ToI Staff
and
Michael Bachner
Nov. 7: Tel Aviv protesters rail against Shin Bet election probe, call for new government to fire Zini
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Nov. 6: Trump again claims Israel wouldn’t exist if he ‘did not stop Iran from having a nuclear weapon’
By
ToI Staff
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Michael Bachner
Nov. 5: PA foreign minister says Ramallah will work with any Israeli leader who respects Palestinian rights
By
ToI Staff
Nov. 4: In post-midterm message, Eisenkot pledges to renew bipartisan US-Israel alliance
By
ToI Staff
November 3: AG accuses Shin Bet chief of hindering investigation into alleged voter fraud
By
ToI Staff
and
Michael Bachner
Nov. 2: Qatari mediators back in Tehran for talks on deal with US, diplomat tells ToI
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ToI Staff
Nov. 1: Ex-IDF chief Halevi says Oct. 7 was preventable, but ‘absolutely no internal betrayal’
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ToI Staff
Oct. 31: Senior Iranian official says no nuclear talks or reopening of Hormuz until US accepts Iran’s demands
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ToI Staff
Oct. 30: Poland suspends chief justice of constitutional court, sparking protests
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Oct. 29: 3 arrested after police clash with Haredi anti-enlistment protesters near Bnei Brak
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ToI Staff
Oct. 28: PM assures Ben Gvir, Smotrich that he won't abandon them as final election votes tallied
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Oct. 27: Netanyahu claims his bloc won ‘decisive majority’ among Zionist public; Eisenkot had urged him to accept defeat
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ToI Staff
Oct. 26: Mossad chief said sparring with aides for backing Iran strike plan pushed by PM
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ToI Staff
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Michael Bachner
Oct. 25: Palestinian Authority says 2,670 displaced in Israel’s Hebron operation
By
ToI Staff
Oct. 24: Man detained after allegedly attacking Bennett’s security detail in Tel Aviv
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