Jewish House
Larisa Kleytman (left) embraces NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane.
August 14, 2026, 3:40 pm
Kellie Sloane meets Bondi Beach survivors
A survivors' morning at Central Synagogue brought Larisa Kleytman back together with the 'stranger' who led her away from Bondi Beach
By Gareth Narunsky
Chani Lisbon. Photo: supplied
August 10, 2026, 2:44 pm
The comedian who laughed her way back to life
Chani Lisbon grew up in a strict Orthodox home, turned to alcohol at 15 and spent years in darkness. Now, approaching 19 years sober, the US-based comedian brought a message to Australia: there is hope, and it's okay to laugh again.
By Jessica Abelsohn
NSW Police arranged for three helicopters to land at Rodney Reserve. Photo: NSW Police
March 25, 2026, 9:55 am
Children meet responders; explore emergency vehicles
Children affected by Bondi terror attack meet first responders at Dover Heights event to help ease anxiety.
By Carly Adno
From left: Alistair McKeough, Rabbi Mendel Kastel, Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, Rabbi Yaacov Chaiton.
March 11, 2026, 10:03 am
$12 million for Jewish education
Jewish education is the key to continuity, resilience and rebuilding," says Rabbi Yaacov Chaiton.
By Gareth Narunsky
From left: Jewish House head of clinical services Rosana Coelho, CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel, and Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek. Photo: Supplied
February 27, 2026, 2:00 pm
$64,000 emergency relief boost for Jewish House
Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek: 'This investment means they can continue to stand with Sydneysiders when it is needed most'
By AJN STAFF
From left: Joseph La Posta, Steve Kamper, Rabbi Mendel Kastel, Roger Clifford. Photo: Supplied
February 5, 2026, 12:50 pm
Jewish House launches resilience program amid rising antisemitism
Rabbi Mendel Kastel says 'Unbreakable' was developed in response to growing concern about the emotional toll of antisemitism
By AJN STAFF
Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between JewishCare and Jewish House last week.
November 28, 2025, 8:00 am
Collaboration to aid disability support
A collaboration to strengthen disability support, ensuring participants receive stable, high-quality services.
By AJN STAFF
Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaks at the event. Photo: Nadine Saacks
November 11, 2025, 2:30 pm
Minister praises Jewish House at gala dinner
More than 700 people packed the Le Montage function centre for the Jewish House gala dinner.
By Gareth Narunsky
From left: Rabbi Mendel Kastel, Allan Vidor, Annabelle Daniel, Minister Rose Jackson, Adrian Harrington, Ben Dircks. Photo: Cassandra Hannagan
October 30, 2025, 11:48 am
Jewish House to provide beds at major housing project
The Inner West Project transforms an under-utilised 8000 square metre Ashfield site into accommodation for over 100 adults and children experiencing homelessness per night
By AJN STAFF
Jewish House CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel. Photos: Nadine Saacks
June 6, 2025, 4:10 pm
Jewish House secures $500k NSW government grant
This upgrade will increase Jewish House's capacity by 60 per cent, growing from five to eight rooms at its Bondi location
By AJN STAFF
From left: Savannah Peake, Matt Thistlethwaite and Rabbi Mendel Kastel.
April 8, 2025, 1:50 pm
$2 million for Jewish House to double capacity
Member for Kingsford Smith Matt Thistlethwaite visited Jewish House in Bondi on Sunday alongside Wentworth Labor candidate Savannah Peake, to announce the funding
By Gareth Narunsky
Jewish House CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel. Photos: Nadine Saacks
February 21, 2025, 12:15 pm
NSW government commits $200,000 to Jewish House
Jewish House CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel said the fear and hurt caused by the recent rise in antisemitic incidents has led to a significant increase in requests for help
By AJN STAFF
Jewish House co-founder and president Roger Clifford. Photo: Nadine Saacks Photography
November 14, 2023, 12:09 pm
Proudly celebrating 40 years
“What Jewish House does is give people hope,”
By Shane Desiatnik
JewishCare CEO Gary Groves.
October 27, 2023, 6:50 am
Navigating uncertainty together
We encourage you to reach out to talk to a professional about any anxieties or concerns you have about the situation.
By Gary Groves
Jewish House CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel (left) with MindSkiller founder Dr Gary Galambos.
October 27, 2023, 6:46 am
Jewish House and MindSkiller join forces
Jewish House CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel has a 12-year association with Uspace, who provide inpatient, day patient and outpatient mental health care to young adults with mental disorders.
By AJN STAFF
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