Jewish community
Mark Dreyfus (right) with ALP leader Bill Shorten at the Kotel.
September 12, 2024, 8:00 am
Shorten’s support ‘unwavering’
Mike Kelly, a former ALP minister, described him as "a true friend of the community and a true friend of Israel".
By Peter Kohn
Olga Horak at a Sydney Jewish Museum Holocaust memorial ceremony.
August 22, 2024, 8:00 am
Vale Olga
Her last months on earth were spent during a time that has seen hatred against Jews explode – a sad fact that she was acutely aware of.
By AJN STAFF
Shlomi Ziv embraces a soldier as he lands in Israel after being rescued from Hamas captivity, June 8, 2024. (The Times of Israel: IDF Spokesperson’s Unit)
June 13, 2024, 8:00 am
Who we are
Inspired by tikkun olam and wanting to give back to countries that have given to us, we are driven to make a difference and help others.
By AJN STAFF
June 9, 2024, 9:59 pm
Mazal Tov to our King’s Birthday Honourees
A number of members of Australia's Jewish community have been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours List for their tireless efforts to make a difference.
By AJN STAFF
Rabbi Mendel Kastel visiting the flower tribute in Bondi Junction. Photo: Gavin Coote/X
April 18, 2024, 10:45 am
Jewish woman ‘lucky to be alive’
Yvonne Wineberg was stabbed by the attacker and it is understood she was helped by another member of the Jewish community, who pulled her into the Chanel store.
By Carly Adno
Gazans celebrate on a destroyed Israeli tank at the Israel-Gaza border fence on October 7. Photo: AP/Yousef Masoud
February 29, 2024, 11:35 am
Call to halt Islamic Council’s funding
“The events of October 7 served no military or political purpose beyond violating large numbers of people in the most brutal ways imaginable," says Alex Ryvchin.
By AJN STAFF
United for Liberty rally in Sydney.
February 15, 2024, 11:59 am
A ‘warm’ connection
"Many brave Iranians came. It was warm, we had a good connection with them, and it was a very good event," says Avi Efrat.
By AJN STAFF
Photo: Peter Haskin
January 31, 2024, 7:01 pm
Arrests made in Burgertory fire
“Such blatant antisemitism is appalling. To anyone that jumped to conclusions, the Jewish community deserve an apology,” says MP for Caulfield, David Southwick.
By Bruce Hill
Ronald David Ferster AM.
January 25, 2024, 10:00 pm
Ferster ‘elated and satisfied’ with Honours nod
Ronald Ferster has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the community through a range of organisations.
By AJN STAFF
Peter Lewinsky.
January 25, 2024, 10:00 pm
Lewinsky ‘elated’ with Honours recognition
Peter Lewinsky has been recognised as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the community, to public administration and to business.
By AJN STAFF
Harrison Ford presents the award for Best Picture at the 2023 Oscars ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Photo: AP Photo/Chris Pizzello
January 18, 2024, 2:54 pm
Jewish entertainers slam exclusion of Jews from Oscars diversity push
Michael Rappaport, Debra Messing, David Schwimmer and Iliza Schlesinger are among 250 signatories on a missive urging inclusion for Jews in 'under-represented' groups outlined by the Academy.
By TOI STAFF
Photo: Perth hairdresser Jay Lazarus
January 13, 2024, 5:52 pm
Sperm donor rejected due to Jewishness
Jay Lazarus, a Perth hairdresser, has been shocked to have a same sex couple reject his sperm donation due to his being a pro-Israel Jew.
By Bruce Hill
Dayenu is reconsidering taking part in Mardi Gras. Photo: Julie McCrossin/X
January 11, 2024, 11:00 am
Mardi Gras question mark
"How are members of the Jewish community expected to feel welcome and safe to march in Sydney Mardi Gras 2024, as they have done for many years?" Julie McCrossin.
By Carly Adno
Qantas aircraft at Sydney Airport. Photo: Rick Rycroft/AP
January 11, 2024, 10:45 am
Palestinian pins ‘disturbing’
“This act has not only politicised a neutral space, but also affected many passengers like me who believe in keeping politics separate from services like air travel,” says Noah Fleiszig.
By AJN STAFF
Photo: 100 Days Captured
January 11, 2024, 8:43 am
100 days that changed our world
This Sunday marks 100 days since the atrocities of October 7. We remember the lives lost, reiterate our support for Israel’s right to defend itself and call for the release of all remaining hostages.
By AJN STAFF
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