Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion
Federal member for Berowra Julian Leeser.
August 18, 2026, 3:31 pm
Opposition bid to extend Royal Commission defeated
Member for Berowra Julian Leeser called on the government to immediately extend the commission's reporting date, and on the Prime Minister and his ministers to appear before it
By Gareth Narunsky
Rebecca Carpenter (right) answers audience questions put to her by JCCV Board Member Rachel Flitman. Photo: Bruce Hill
August 18, 2026, 12:04 pm
Commission says it had no choice on Ossip cross-exam
Engagement head explains the questioning, classified findings and what follows the final report.
By Bruce Hill
Richard Lancaster SC, counsel assisting on day two of Hearing Block 9 of the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Photo: screenshot
August 18, 2026, 10:19 am
Social cohesion in the spotlight
Hearing Block continues begins today focusing on strengthening social cohesion, including how it is understood and measured.
By AJN STAFF
Caulfield MP David Southwick speaking at a solidarity rally after the Adass Israel synagogue firebombing. Photo: Peter Haskin Photography.
August 17, 2026, 12:56 pm
Southwick critical about Royal Commission silence
Caulfield MP says other Liberal figures Josh Frydenberg and Tim Wilson were also passed over.
By Bruce Hill
August 14, 2026, 10:26 am
Expert examines what drives radicalisation to violence in Australia
Hearing Block 8 concludes today looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
Josh Frydenberg speaks at Bondi Pavilion following the December 14 terror attack. Photo: Instagram
August 13, 2026, 11:36 am
Restoring the Australia we once knew
Royal Commission must set clear red lines and take bold action to drive antisemitism back to the fringes.
By JOSH FRYDENBERG
Palestine Action Group counsel Dominic Toomey questions David Ossip last week.
August 13, 2026, 11:19 am
Ossip cross-examination draws stern criticism
Political and community leaders criticised David Ossip’s cross-examination as Bell defends procedural fairness.
By AJN STAFF
President of the Australian National Imams Council, Sheikh Shadi Alsuleiman.
August 13, 2026, 11:10 am
Lakemba sermon ‘a mistake’, ANIC chief concedes
Muslim leaders questioned over responses to October 7 sermon and Khamenei mourning ceremonies.
By AJN STAFF
August 13, 2026, 10:45 am
Deradicalisation, multiculturalism and online safety in focus
Hearing Block 8 continues looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
August 12, 2026, 10:08 am
Rise of extremism takes centre stage at Royal Commission
Hearing Block 8 continues looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
Richard Lancaster SC, counsel assisting, Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Photo: screenshot
August 11, 2026, 10:17 am
Government and justice officials face Royal Commission
Hearing Block 8 continues looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
Counsel Assisting Tamara Phillips.
August 10, 2026, 11:24 am
Hearing Block 8 continues
Hearing Block 8 continues looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
August 7, 2026, 8:27 am
Hearing examines drivers of antisemitism
Hearing Block 8 continues looking at antisemitism and extremism in Australia, including religious, far-right and other ideologically motivated extremism and radicalisation.
By AJN STAFF
Sonia Marshall. Photo: Screenshot
August 6, 2026, 12:12 pm
Health sector struggles to respond
Healthcare's response to antisemitism was laid bare at the Royal Commission, with evidence of hidden identities, dismissed complaints and system gaps.
By Shane Desiatnik
Jillian Segal. Photo: Screenshot
August 6, 2026, 11:52 am
Education takes centre stage at Royal Commission
The Royal Commission heard plans for nationwide antisemitism training, as experts warned Holocaust education must be taught carefully.
By Jessica Abelsohn
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