Isaac Herzog
Israeli President Isaac Herzog (right) and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives in Canberra. Photo: Israeli Embassy
February 12, 2026, 12:58 pm
Herzog raises antisemitism, bilateral ties in Canberra
The day concluded with a ceremonial olive tree planting at the Israeli Embassy, marking exactly 40 years since Herzog's late parents Chaim and Aura had done the same
By Gareth Narunsky
President Isaac Herzog addresses the Sydney Jewish community. Photo: Israeli Embassy/Facebook
February 9, 2026, 11:39 pm
President headlines moving evening of reflection
'In the wake of the horror at Bondi Beach, we felt we must come to Australia to look you in the eye. To show up for you,' Herzog says
By Gareth Narunsky
Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrives at Bondi Pavilion with NSW Premier Chris Minns. Photo: Jessica Abelsohn
February 9, 2026, 1:31 pm
Herzog lays wreath at Bondi Pavilion
'I want to send a message from brothers and sisters all over the world: you're not alone. The nation and the State of Israel are with you'
By Gareth Narunsky
Andrew Wallace. Photo: Facebook
February 7, 2026, 11:02 am
Teal MPs fuel division by opposing Herzog visit
'Some MPs have failed to learn the tragic lessons of Bondi. Instead of building bridges, they are contributing to further division and deepening the wounds of antisemitism'
By Andrew Wallace
Isaac Herzog in Australia in 2018. Photo: Peter Haskin
February 7, 2026, 10:48 am
Claims that Isaac Herzog ‘incited genocide’ are baseless incitement
Claims that Israeli President Isaac Herzog incited genocide in Gaza have spread ahead of his visit, but the record shows these accusations misrepresent his words
By AIJAC STAFF
Premier Chris Minns speaks to media on Monday, January 12. Screenshot: Facebook/Sky News
February 7, 2026, 10:30 am
NSW Government calls for calm during Herzog visit
'We cannot allow a situation where mourners and protesters come into close contact on city streets without strong police presence," Premier Chris Minns says
By AJN STAFF
Rabbi Yehoram Ulman. Photo: Michael Gara
January 29, 2026, 1:16 pm
Rabbi Ulman urges more Jewish pride
'If they targeted us because we are Jews, then the answer was not less Judaism. The answer is more. More light, more mitzvahs, more presence, more pride'
By AJN STAFF
President Isaac Herzog delivers a message to the nation from his office in Jerusalem. Photo: Screenshot/Kan
January 29, 2026, 11:32 am
Jewish Labor goes in to bat for Herzog
'This visit is not about geopolitics or partisanship. It is about solidarity, reassurance, and the simple human need to be seen and heard'
By Gareth Narunsky
Yehudis Kluwgant speaks at the event. Photo: Meir Elipur
January 2, 2026, 12:30 pm
Herzog praises Jewish teachers as ‘generals on the front line’ after Bondi attack
Melbourne teacher Yehudis Kluwgant said the Jewish community felt abandoned and betrayed by the Australian government, but supported by Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs
By AJN STAFF
Israeli President Isaac Herzog. Photo: X
December 22, 2025, 10:43 pm
Israel’s Herzog marks a week since Bondi attack
'Tonight, on the eighth and final candle of Chanukah, I want to say to the Jews of Australia: the people of Israel are with you'
By AJN STAFF
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the opening.
December 21, 2025, 12:10 pm
Netanyahu calls Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, Arsen Ostrovsky
Netanyahu shared in the grief of Rabbi Ulman and the families of all those murdered, and wished a full recovery to the wounded
AJA CEO Robert Gregory.
November 14, 2025, 2:38 pm
AJA urges Herzog to pardon Netanyahu
Letter makes clear 'Israeli political and legal matters will ultimately be for the Israeli people to decide' but notes 'impacts in the diaspora and concern among our community'
By AJN STAFF
Israeli negotiators including Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer (2nd from left) and Gal Hirsch (left) in a photo indicating success in the mediated Israel-Hamas negotiations on a Gaza hostage-ceasefire agreement in Sharm el-Sheikh, in the early hours of October 9, 2025. Photo: Screenshot
October 9, 2025, 10:59 am
Israel, Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the agreement as "a great day for Israel" and said he would convene the government to authorise it
By TOI STAFF
President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, speaking at the event. Photo: Rami Shlush
July 4, 2025, 11:40 am
The Technion – Israel Institute of Technology celebrates 100 years
President Isaac Herzog lauded the Technion for becoming 'a bustling centre of research and learning for thousands, a symbol of academic excellence and international cooperation'
By Yoash Dvir
Erin Molan met with President Isaac Herzog.
January 9, 2025, 8:00 am
Molan: A defender of Israel’s legacy
“I won’t ever forget the things that I saw. They will be in my mind forever and they will play on my mind forever, but in some way I think that’s a good thing,” Molan told The AJN.
By Carly Adno
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