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Toasting Israel's 75th birthday.
June 1, 2023, 2:59 pm
Politicians and dignitaries celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday
The National Arboretum in Canberra was packed on Wednesday night for the Embassy of Israel’s Independence Day Reception
By Gareth Narunsky
Police and medics surround the scene of a suicide bombing inside Jerusalem's Sbarro restaurant, Thursday, August 9, 2001. Fifteen people were killed, and 130 injured. Photo: AP/Peter Dejong
June 1, 2023, 2:27 pm
Woman critically injured in 2001 Sbarro Palestinian terror attack dies of wounds
NY-born Chana Nachenberg, 53, had been in vegetative state since suicide bombing at pizzeria in Jerusalem 22 years ago; becomes 16th fatality of attack.
Lumi, whose founder and CEO is Israeli native Yanir Yakutiel, was one of the biggest winners in this year's Finnie Awards.
June 1, 2023, 12:19 pm
Raft of Jewish innovators named ‘Finnies’ winners
Fintech companies Lumi, Prospa, Honey Insurance, Wisr and BUTN announced as winners at the annual event, celebrating achievement in Australia's growing fintech industry.
By AJN STAFF
Sharon Noetzel holding a few pairs of Mikey's Shorts.
June 1, 2023, 12:01 pm
Gold Coast mother creates revolutionary shorts
In honour of her beloved son’s memory, a mum has launched “Mikey’s Shorts”, specifically designed to make toileting easier for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers
By Mia Gardiner
Premier Daniel Andrews makes a toast to Israel at the 75th anniversary celebration at the Windsor Hotel. Photo: Peter Haskin
June 1, 2023, 11:41 am
75th birthday toast to Israel
'A great opportunity for us to celebrate a milestone for Israel … not just its survival, but the pre-conditions for Israel and Israelis to thrive'
By Peter Kohn
Year 10 and 11 Masada students visiting NSW Parliament. Photo: Instagram
June 1, 2023, 11:38 am
‘Delighted’ to be nominated
'This nomination is a testament to the effort of our dedicated educators and staff who work tirelessly with our students to achieve their personal best.'
By Carly Adno
Photo: Screenshots from The Jewish Youth for Yes video
June 1, 2023, 11:23 am
Multicultural communities rally behind the Voice
The growing nationwide alliance of multicultural groups has issued a joint resolution urging “all Australians to work together to ensure referendum success”.
By Mia Gardiner
Community Health Support (CHS) has launched First-Line Medical Service.
June 1, 2023, 11:09 am
Service offers medical advice and response
Community Health Support is unique in the Sydney Jewish community, with the comprehensive service it offers.
By Carly Adno
A plaque at the Melbourne Holocaust Museum commemorating an Aboriginal delegation attempting to present to the German consul general in 1938. Source: Monuments Australia
June 1, 2023, 10:45 am
Jewish and First Nations communities walk together
By Mia Gardiner
Mohmmad El Halabi, who was convicted for diverting the charity's funds to Hamas. Photo: Screen capture/World Vision
June 1, 2023, 9:32 am
Australia should still be concerned about World Vision
Despite World Vision's denials, there is ample evidence that convicted aid worker Mohammad El Halabi did indeed funnel money to Hamas.
By Clifford Smith
Antisemitism is increasing, according to Tel Aviv University's Worldwide Report.
June 1, 2023, 9:31 am
Urging UN to adopt IHRA
'It is imperative that organisations with the responsibility to protect society from the evils of antisemitism are equipped with the best, most effective tools to identify it.'
By Mia Gardiner
Photo: Screenshot
June 1, 2023, 9:08 am
‘Serious drawback’ to US plan
'The strategy has muddied the waters on the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism by suggesting that other definitions which do not enjoy IHRA's wide acceptance in the Jewish and general community are nonetheless equally valid'
By AJN STAFF
The Gold Dinner 2023 organising committee. Co-chairs Joshua and Linda Penn are pictured sixth and fifth from the right, and Benita Kam is third from the right.
June 1, 2023, 8:20 am
Gold Dinner breaks fundraising record
Members of Sydney’s Jewish community played crucial roles in planning, promoting and running the record-breaking event.
By Shane Desiatnik
Natalie Ward with NSW Jewish Board of Deputies president David Ossip and CEO Darren Bark at the Yom Ha'atzmaut cocktail party. Photo: Giselle Haber
June 1, 2023, 6:15 am
Parliament lauds Israel
Abigail Boyd from the Greens and Labor's Anthony D'Adam were vehemently against a motion introduced to NSW Parliament by deputy Liberal leader Natalie Ward to celebrate Israel's 75th year of independence.
By Carly Adno
The front gate of the Adass School in 2020, draped with ribbons in support of the victims of sexual abuse. Photo: Peter Haskin
June 1, 2023, 6:00 am
Civil case against Adass settled prior to trial
Had the civil case been heard, it would have brought fresh focus on the Adass School's hiring of Leifer and its failure to stop her committing abuse.
By Peter Kohn
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