Sophie Deutsch
A periscopic view from the succah designed by Scale Architecture.
September 1, 2019, 12:00 am
Succah by the Sea
REGULAR visitors to Sydney's iconic Sculpture by the Sea can look forward to something a little different this year.
From left: Tahlia Gordon, Ariella Shatari, Hilit Man and Jesse Klass toast l’chaim to BJE for its 110th birthday. Photo: Giselle Haber
August 30, 2019, 12:00 am
Celebrating BJE’s 110-year ‘Jewish journey’
"TO be honest with all of you, it was the best experience of my life to this date," Ariella Shatari said at the NSW Board of Jewish Education's (BJE) 110-year anniversary.
Scott Morrison, pictured speaking at Beth Weizmann Community Centre in 2018, has once again stood up on the world stage for Israel. Photo: Peter Haskin
August 29, 2019, 12:00 am
Jerusalem Prize for ScoMo
PRIME Minister Scott Morrison will be the recipient of this year's prestigious Jerusalem Prize, it was announced at the Zionist Federation of Australia's (ZFA) plenary conference on Sunday.
Michael Danby speaking at Tuesday’s JBOD AGM. Photo: Giselle Haber
August 22, 2019, 12:00 am
Michael Danby: A life in politics
IT'S a waste of my time to be a "schlepper backbencher", former Labor MP Michael Danby told the audience at the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies AGM this week when he was asked why he chose to step down from Parliament after two decades.
Books that will be discussed at the Sydney Jewish Writers Festival.
August 15, 2019, 1:22 pm
Sydney Jewish Writers Festival set to return
AN attempt to confront real issues head-on is at the heart of this year's Sydney Jewish Writers Festival (SJWF).
Racheli Cohen is the guest speaker at MDA's main campaign event.
August 9, 2019, 12:00 am
MDA: ‘Matter of life and death’
AS a first responder and ambulance driver with Magen David Adom (MDA), Racheli Cohen's husband was often seen helping others. 
Anton Urbina and resident Thomas Meyer making breakfast in the Special Care Unit kitchen. Photo: Daniel Linnet
August 5, 2019, 12:00 am
A new age for dementia care
IN a first for Montefiore, residents living with dementia are now participating in cooking and preparing their own meals on a regular basis.
Eden Harel is speaking for WIZO NSW this week.
August 4, 2019, 12:00 am
Eden Harel: WIZO ‘saved my life’
WIZO Hadassim "led me to believe in my power, in my strength", said Israeli TV personality, actress and international speaker Eden Harel, who is set to address WIZO NSW's gala dinner on Wednesday, August 7.
Kitty Lowinger (right) with Josh and Alexis. Photo: Nadine Saacks
August 1, 2019, 12:00 am
Survivors of today give messages for tomorrow
How can we help the next generation feel connected to the Holocaust if they never have an opportunity to hear a survivor’s testimony first-hand? I Met a Survivor, a new book launched by the Sydney Jewish Museum, offers an approach to address this question.
Rabbi Mendel Kastel speaking at the app's launch at NSW Parliament.
July 22, 2019, 12:00 am
New app ‘seeks to narrow the gap’
WHEN we see someone experiencing homelessness, it can be hard to know how to help.
Composing at the piano is where Elena Kats-Chernin feels at home. “I am joined at the hip with my music paper and my piano ... It’s somehow my place.”
July 18, 2019, 12:00 am
Musical mastermind behind Whiteley
Composer Elena Kats-Chernin's new Australian opera Whiteley, based around the life of artist Brett Whiteley, is “probably the biggest show of my life”.
Alain Hasson (left) and Bruce Goldsmith.
July 12, 2019, 12:00 am
JCA welcomes acting CEO
A MAJOR shift in JCA's leadership – with Bruce Goldsmith stepping down from the role of CEO and Alain Hasson taking over as acting CEO – has been articulated as "bittersweet" by JCA president Stephen Chipkin.
John Mangos (left) interviewing Malcolm Turnbull at Sunday’s Friends of Wolper Hospital event.
July 4, 2019, 12:00 am
Turnbull: Embassy announcement ‘a really dumb thing’
PRIME Minister Scott Morrison showed "a patronising insensitivity" and a "complete misunderstanding" of the Australian Jewish community on the eve of the Wentworth by-election, according to former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull.
The “Unleash your rhythm” workshop at She’ela 2016. Photo: Peter Haskin
June 30, 2019, 12:00 am
Fresh festivals with a female focus
IN medicine, law, arts and culture, business, the community and home, Jewish women make their mark in fields far and wide.
Lior’s early years in Israel make a mark on his melodic tracks. Photo: Claudia Sangiorgi Dalimore
June 20, 2019, 11:07 am
Lior’s soulful lyrics on love
THE blissful and exhilarating phase of early romance naturally lends itself to poetic songwriting, but Israeli-born Australian singer-songwriter Lior has always sought to reflect the realities of love and relationships.
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