Arts
High above Queenstown at Bob’s Peak are Gaby and Danny Gocs with grandchildren (from left) Ava, Millie and Oscar.
August 4, 2026, 10:51 am
Family fun in New Zealand’s ski capital
An overseas multi-generation trip has its challenges, but travelling to a family-friendly city such as Queenstown helps make it enjoyable for all ages.
By Danny Gocs
Debra Messing. Photo: Gita Bass
May 28, 2026, 12:54 pm
When Debra Messing found her voice
Sitcom icon and outspoken advocate Debra Messing talks Will & Grace, Jewish identity and exploring dual citizenship after October 7.
By Brigit Grant
Girl (Sian Fuller) and Guy (Mark Taylor) team up to record an album in the musical Once. Photos: Natalie Edge
May 18, 2026, 3:11 pm
Powerful love story takes centre stage in Once
The AJN reviews a new production of the award-winning musical Once that has premiered in Melbourne.
By Danny Gocs
Israel's 2026 Eurovision contestant Noam Bettan. Photo: The Times of Israel / Yair Sigron
May 11, 2026, 10:57 am
Noam Bettan is ready ‘to enjoy the journey’
28-year-old singer, born in Israel to French parents, says his years of ‘Sisyphean work’ in the music industry have made him ready to shine ‘the light I have to give to the world’.
By AMY SPIRO
Photos by Christina Horsten/picture alliance via Getty Images; The New York Public Library Digital Collections; The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre via the NYT
May 4, 2026, 10:30 am
The Jewish Roots of the Met Gala
Behind all the spectacle and glamour is a story that begins with two Jewish women, Irene Lewisohn and Aline Bernstein.
By Darina Granik
Noam Bettan. Photo: Yael Abas Guisky/Flash90
April 23, 2026, 1:15 pm
Israel’s unshakeable Eurovision legacy
Since Israel joined the Eurovision family in 1973, it has enjoyed a magical run of success, being described as a powerhouse in the competition. Jessica Abelsohn explores the history of Israel's participation.
By Jessica Abelsohn
April 23, 2026, 1:10 pm
Saltpillar brings Beau Jest back to Melbourne
Saltpillar Theatre returns with Beau Jest in a full circle revival of the play it first staged in Australia.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Crown Princess in Sydney Harbour during a recent cruise.
March 31, 2026, 2:38 pm
Serving up Pesach meals onboard ship
Plenty of planning goes into providing Pesach food for Carnival Corporation ships cruising in Australasian waters.
By Danny Gocs
DJ Haram, Zubeyda Muzeyyen. Photo: Instagram
March 23, 2026, 2:53 pm
MinterEllison pulls logo from Biennale
Sponsor fallout deepens after antisemitic chants at Biennale opening, as police probe and partners distance.
By Sharyn Kolieb
An architect's render for the new Jewish Arts Quarter. Image: FK Architects
March 12, 2026, 8:02 pm
Ready to start construction
Victorian government releasing $2 million towards its next stage of delivery.
By AJN STAFF
Reefworld on the Great Barrier Reef is undergoing a multi-million-dollar refurbishment. Photo: Journey Beyond
March 5, 2026, 4:05 pm
News from the world of travel
Interesting news items from around Australia and overseas.
By Danny Gocs
Nina Sanadze with Ramak Bamzar at the Goldstone Gallery. Photo: Facebook
February 23, 2026, 4:58 pm
Iranian artist exhibits The Body as Revolution
Exhibition criticises the Iranian regime for killing protestors seeking freedom
By Sharyn Kolieb
From left: Yael Bergman, Jamie Bialkower, Claudia Greenstone, Guy Greenstone, Serena Meltzer. Photo: Sharyn Kolieb.
August 15, 2025, 3:51 pm
Australian Jewish film industry mixer
"Building a sustainable film culture for Jewish screen storytelling in this country is a long-term goal"
By Sharyn Kolieb
Photo: Instagram
July 30, 2025, 8:00 am
Leading Israeli actor Alon Abutbul dies
60-year-old actor, Alon Abutbul, was a mainstay of Israeli film and TV for decades. He also featured in Hollywood blockbusters such as Rambo III and The Dark Knight Rises.
By Ethan Rubinson and JESSICA STEINBERG
Basel Adra, from left, Rachel Szor, Hamdan Ballal, and Yuval Abraham accept the award for best documentary feature film for "No Other Land" during the Oscars on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
March 3, 2025, 5:53 pm
‘No Other Land’ wins best documentary Oscar
Two of film’s co-directors use acceptance speeches to call for Palestinian rights and for release of hostages.
By Ben Sales
Load More

Enjoy Unlimited Access To The Australian Jewish News Website And All Our Online Content For AUD$18/month Or Just AUD$120/year.

Subscribe Now
Already have an account? Click here to log in