Yom Ha'atzmaut
NSW Premier Chris Minns. Photo: Gareth Narunsky
May 8, 2026, 1:45 pm
‘You don’t need to change. Australia needs to change’
Premier, Opposition Leader pay tribute to Jewish Australians' bravery and resilience at Yom Ha'atzmaut function five months after Bondi attack
By Gareth Narunsky
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
Zionism Victoria’s Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration at Caulfield Racecourse. Photo: Peter Haskin
April 23, 2026, 10:40 am
Memory moves to joy
This year, that transition feels both harder and more necessary than ever.
By AJN STAFF
Israelis in Tech event with Yaakov Hagoel, Chairman of the World Zionist Organization. Photo: Supplied.
April 22, 2026, 8:00 am
Israelis shaping life in Australia
Israelis in Australia strengthen ties to Israel while reshaping local Jewish life.
By Sharyn Kolieb
Zach Sage Fox. Photo: Instagram @zach.sage
April 22, 2026, 8:00 am
Israel in your feed: Pride amid pressure
Jewish creators are pushing back against pressure by embracing visibility, culture and connection to Israel.
By Liz Rudenko
Musicians perform in Sydney at an event commemorating the second anniversary of October 7 in 2025. Photo: Nadine Saacks
April 22, 2026, 8:00 am
Doubling down’ on our Zionism
As Israel marks 78 years amid war and rising antisemitism, the call is to reaffirm and strengthen Zionism.
By Gareth Narunsky
Jews supporting Iranians in Sydney.
April 22, 2026, 8:00 am
The enduring bond between ancient Iran and Israel
As Israel and the Iranian people work to liberate Iran from the Islamic regime's grip, this ancient bond has resurfaced.
By Carly Adno
Churches and mosques in the old quarters of Jerusalem. Photo: Kushnirov Avraham/dreamstime
April 22, 2026, 8:00 am
The architectural journey of Israel
From King Solomon’s Temple to Tel Aviv’s White City, Israel has always been a place where buildings tell the story of civilisation itself.
By Jessica Abelsohn
ZFA CEO Alon Cassuto. Photo: Peter Haskin
April 21, 2026, 6:00 pm
Never bet against the Jewish future
We stand tall with 3700 years of civilisation behind us and 77 years of sovereignty and self-determination
By Alon Cassuto
Ambassador of Israel to Australia Dr Hillel Newman.
April 21, 2026, 6:00 pm
This is a shared celebration
Israel stands with you, today, tomorrow and always, just as you have stood with Israel
By Hillel Newman
Fruit and vegetables for sale at Jerusalem’s Machane Yehuda. Photo: Times of Israel
April 21, 2026, 8:00 am
Bringing Israeli cuisine into your home
This Yom Ha’atzmaut, the most direct path to Israel might run through your kitchen, writes Bruce Hill.
By Bruce Hill
Yasmin Moallem (left) and Ness & Stilla. Photo: Collage by Kveller
April 21, 2026, 8:00 am
Israeli music is medicine for the soul
Symbolic or comforting songs soared to the top of Israel’s music charts throughout 2024 and last year.
By Shane Desiatnik
April 14, 2026, 12:36 pm
If Not Now, Then When?
From remembrance to celebration. From grief to life. From Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha’atzmaut.
By Elyse Schachna
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan at at a Yom Haatzmaut Reception in Melbourne on May 27 2025. Photo: Peter Haskin.
May 28, 2025, 11:56 am
Politicians honour Israel’s 77 years
“Let us toast the people of Israel, the enduring strength of Jewish life" said Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan.
By Sharyn Kolieb
Bialik sets the world record for people to create a Magen David for Yom Haatzmaut. The drone footage was captured by Bialik student Jack Jolson.
May 9, 2025, 8:41 am
Jewish schools celebrate Israel
Jewish school students dressed in blue and white, danced and sang to celebrate Israel's 77th birthday.
By Sharyn Kolieb
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