Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion
Pro-Hamas prostesters outside the Sydney Opera House on October 9. Photo: AAP Image/Dean Lewins
May 28, 2026, 12:41 pm
Royal Commission reflections: antisemitism, understanding and hope
ECAJ co-CEO Peter Wertheim joined Behind the Headlines to discuss the Royal Commission, Jewish identity and why he remains cautiously optimistic about the future.
By Gareth Narunsky and Adam Slonim
Photo: TagNets
May 28, 2026, 11:46 am
Healing, unity and the road ahead
Reflecting on the path forward after Bondi and Rabbi Eli Schlanger’s message of purpose, joy and faith.
By AJN STAFF
Dr Dave Rich. Photo: Screenshot
May 14, 2026, 1:22 pm
Antisemitism expert calls IHRA definition ‘essential’
Dr Dave Rich said the growth of antisemitism into the mainstream, "should be a huge alarm call for everybody".
By Shane Desiatnik
Commissioner Virginia Bell has encouraged members of the Jewish community to make submissions. Photo: AAP Image/Sarah Wilson
May 14, 2026, 12:50 pm
The same request, eighty years later
I have already made a formal statement, and I believe you should as well.
By Roland Gridiger
Shirley Leader speaking at the Royal Commission on Tuesday. Photo: Screenshot.
May 14, 2026, 8:36 am
NCJWA survey finds antisemitism widespread
NCJWA survey finds 81% of Jewish Australian women or family members have faced antisemitism since October 7.
By Sharyn Kolieb
Illustrative: Maccabi playing netball (against a different team) in 2025. This image has been edited using AI.
May 14, 2026, 7:50 am
Sport no longer feels safe
From football fields to netball courts, antisemitism in Australia is becoming disturbingly normalised.
By AJN STAFF
May 12, 2026, 1:36 pm
Make your Royal Commission Submission
Australia is facing an antisemitism crisis, among other serious social fractures.
By SHANE SHMUEL
Hindus have been supportive of the Jewish community since October 7 and before. Photo: Bruce Hill.
May 12, 2026, 11:03 am
Hindu Council urges Royal Commission submissions
Hindu Council urges submissions amid shared fears over rising hostility.
By Bruce Hill
ECAJ co-CEO Alex Ryvchin after giving evidence to the Royal Commission. Photo: AAP Image/Dean Lewins
May 7, 2026, 12:00 pm
Eight-year-old’s heartbreaking words to mother
Witness after witness described how life has fundamentally changed for Jewish Australians since October 7, 2023.
By AJN STAFF
Antisemitic graffiti scrawled on the wall of Mount Scopus College in Melbourne.
May 7, 2026, 11:56 am
‘This is now a widespread blackness’
I fear that we are no longer safe. I fear that history may repeat itself.
By MIRIAM GOULD
Peter Halasz leaves after giving evidence to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion on Monday. Photo: AAP Image/Dean Lewins
May 7, 2026, 8:00 am
Standing up to be heard
Jewish Australians are sharing painful testimonies, but also courage and defiance, at the Royal Commission.
By AJN STAFF
Josh Frydenberg opening the national Share Your Story Zoom session.
May 4, 2026, 4:02 pm
Thousands join national storytelling night
About 2000 Australians joined a national storytelling event on antisemitism
By Bruce Hill
The installation at Marks Park. Photo: Darian Krost Films
April 30, 2026, 8:00 am
Two steps forward, three back
Despite a Royal Commission, antisemitism persists, reminding Jewish Aussies of their stake in the nation’s future.
By AJN STAFF
Some health care workers have been open in their support for the pro-Palestine cause.
April 24, 2026, 11:10 am
Healthcare alliance calls for Royal Commission submissions
AZHA is calling on healthcare workers to submit reports specifically regarding incidents in healthcare environments to ensure these experiences form part of the official record.
By AJN STAFF
Richard Lancaster SC and Commissioner Virginia Bell arrive at the Law Courts Building on February 24. Photo: AAP Image/Sarah Wilson
April 16, 2026, 12:12 pm
Submissions guide for the Royal Commission
Who can submit to Royal Commission, what to include and key deadlines as community urged to share experiences.
By Executive Council of Australian Jewry
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