Adass Israel Synagogue
ASIO director-general Mike Burgess. Photo: AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts
June 25, 2026, 10:02 am
Terror threat system not built for today’s dangers
ASIO head spells out Iran's hand in firebombings and a "degrading" climate for Jewish Australians.
By AJN STAFF
Internal damage to the Adass Israel Synagogue after it was firebombed. Photo: Yumi Rosenbaum
June 19, 2026, 12:07 pm
Third man charged over Adass Israel shule arson
Counter terrorism team has now charged all three accused of setting Melbourne synagogue fire.
By Bruce Hill
New Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor, along with Senator James Pattersonvisit speaking with Benjamin Klein and other members of the synagogue. Photo: Copyright Peter Haskin Photography 2026
February 20, 2026, 1:16 pm
Taylor visits firebombed Adass Israel synagogue
New opposition leader speaks of personal family connection to Judaism
By Bruce Hill
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne on December 10, 2024, after it was set ablaze on December 6. Photo: Handout / Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet / AFP via TOI
January 16, 2026, 11:26 am
‘Person of interest’ arrested in Iraq
Hamad Rabah al-Hajami was arrested as part of a drug investigation, after a request from Australia
By REUTERS and TOI STAFF
Leaders of the J7 organisation representing the largest Jewish communities in the world see the damage at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne. Photo: Peter Haskin Photography.
December 5, 2025, 10:23 am
ECAJ slams government inaction on antisemitism  
J7 leaders visit Melbourne and tour burned out Adass Israel Synagogue to show solidarity with Australian Jews.
By Bruce Hill
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese surveys the damage to the firebombed Adass Israel synagogue with members of the community. Photo: Prime Minister’s Department
November 20, 2025, 8:00 am
Accused shule firebomber granted bail
Bail for the man accused of firebombing Adass Israel has sparked deep concern across the Jewish community.
By Bruce Hill
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and members of the Jewish community visit the torched Adass Israel synagogue. Photo: Dept of PM and Cabinet/AFP
October 29, 2025, 3:27 pm
A defining moment for Australia
Notable incidents include hate-filled chants outside the Sydney Opera House and the firebombing of a synagogue in Melbourne.
By Mike Kelly
Illustrative: A member of the Jewish community reads messages attached to a fence where flowers have been left at the Adass Israel Synagogue in the Melbourne suburb of Ripponlea after an arson there, December 9, 2024. (Martin KEEP / AFP)
August 27, 2025, 5:22 pm
Suspect appears in court in arson case that Australia blames on Iran
In hearing, Younes Ali Younes confirms he can understand proceedings, but doesn’t enter a plea; will return to court December 4.
By REUTERS and TOI STAFF
Benjamin Klein, Acting President of the Adass Israel synagogue (L) with board member Izzy Nussbacher at the shule for a media conference. Photo: Peter Haskin.
August 27, 2025, 9:28 am
Victims of Iranian terror describe trauma
Acting president of Adams Israel Benjamin Klein said this confirms the community's worst fears about state-sponsored terrorism.
By Bruce Hill
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (C) and members of the local Jewish community visiting the torched Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne on December 10, 2024. (DEPARTMENT OF PRIME MINISTER AND CABINET / AFP)
August 26, 2025, 2:16 pm
Iran found to be behind antisemitic arson attacks
ASIO director-general Mike Burgess: 'Iran and its proxies literally and figuratively lit the matches and fanned the flames'
By Gareth Narunsky
AFP Deputy Commissioner Krissy Barrett (L) and Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Wendy Steendam (R) brief the media on an arrest that’s been made in the Adass Israel synagogue firebombing. Photo Bruce Hill.
July 30, 2025, 3:49 pm
Man arrested over Adass Israel synagogue firebombing 
Police treat December attack as politically motivated, expect further arrests
By Bruce Hill
Free Palestine Melbourne claims the firebombing of the Adass Israel synagogue was carried out by Jews. Photo: Victoria Police
June 24, 2025, 12:33 pm
Activist sues Free Palestine group
The application seeks a tribunal finding that Free Palestine Melbourne breached racial vilification laws.
By Bruce Hill
CCTV images of those believed responsible for the Adass Israel Synagogue arson attack. Photo: JCTT
June 6, 2025, 2:12 pm
Police raids in synagogue firebombing probe
Adass community grateful for progress in investigation
By Bruce Hill
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese surveys the damage to the firebombed Adass Israel synagogue with members of the community. Photo Prime Minister's Department
May 15, 2025, 1:20 pm
Breakthrough in Adass Israel Synagogue firebombing
CCTV images of those believed responsible for the Adass Israel Synagogue firebombing have been released, with links made to the arson attack on the Lux nightclub.
By AJN STAFF
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Photo: Giselle Haber
May 1, 2025, 3:34 pm
Election message from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
'The Jewish community is a cherished part of our modern multicultural society, and you make Australia a better place for us all'
By Anthony Albanese
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