Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine
August 5, 2025 by AAP
Australia is one step closer to recognising Palestinian statehood and is coordinating with other nations on the issue, as the foreign minister warns there might soon be “no Palestine left”. Read more
Hamas will allow hostages aid if Israel halts strikes
August 4, 2025 by AAP
Israel must halt air strikes on Gaza and reopen the humanitarian corridors before Hamas will coordinate Red Cross aid for its hostages, the terrorist group says. Read more
Thousands shut down Sydney Harbour Bridge
An estimated 25,000 people marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to protest the war on Gaza, with hundreds of police mobilised. Read more
Judge sleeps on decision over pro-Palestine march
August 1, 2025 by AAP
A Supreme Court judge has delayed her decision to decide the fate of a massive protest across one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks in support of Palestine. Read more
Accused synagogue firebomber faces court for first time
July 31, 2025 by AAP
A man charged with a “politically motivated” arson attack on a synagogue has faced court for the first time, as investigators continue to comb through piles of evidence. Read more
Stories of starvation spurs statehood push for Palestine
July 31, 2025 by AAP
Australia recognising Palestinian statehood is only a matter of time, the Australian treasurer says, as an expert warns starvation has reached a tipping point in Gaza. Read more
Bridge rally for Gazans set for Supreme Court showdown
July 31, 2025 by AAP
People involved in a massive rally set for an iconic Australian landmark could face arrest if police succeed with last-minute court action. Read more
Man accused of Israeli restaurant ruckus denied bail
July 30, 2025 by AAP
A Melbourne magistrate has denied bail for a man accused of throwing chairs during a pro-Palestinian protest at an Israeli restaurant. Read more
PM firm on Palestinian statehood as pressure mounts
Australia won’t follow France and the United Kingdom in pushing for Palestinian statehood to pressure Israel into abiding by a two-state solution. Read more
Police seek to block Palestine march on Harbour Bridge
July 29, 2025 by AAP
Police will seek a court order making it unlawful for activists to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza. Read more
‘Wrong side of history’: senator hits out at sanction
July 24, 2025 by AAP
Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi has lashed Labor and the coalition for being on the “wrong side of history” over the war in Gaza as the parliament sanctioned her. Read more
Accused restaurant protester remains in custody
A man charged with affray following a protest outside an Israeli restaurant has made a bid for bail, more than two weeks after the incident. Read more
Protests take over from pageantry as parliament returns
July 22, 2025 by AAP
Protests in and around Parliament House threatened to disrupt proceedings as the nation’s politicians went through the traditional ceremonies of being sworn in. Read more
Police search for accused synagogue arsonist’s motive
July 22, 2025 by AAP
An accused synagogue fire bomber has faced court as prosecutors search electronic devices for a motive behind the alleged arson. Read more
Protesters urge Israel sanctions ahead of MPs return
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters have marched on the Israeli embassy in Canberra while calling for the federal government to place sanctions on the country ahead of parliament’s return. Read more
No Lattouf contempt probe after Nine names lobbyists
July 18, 2025 by AAP
Nine will not be prosecuted by the Federal Court for contempt after publishing the names of lobbyists who complained about an ABC radio host’s pro-Gaza views. Read more
Islamist preacher unable to ‘bury’ antiSemitism ruling
An Islamist preacher who used harmful racial stereotypes about Jewish people in sermons will be forced to tell the world of his antisemitism through prominent online posts. Read more
Nazi salute ‘maths’ may be raised in actor’s court case
July 15, 2025 by AAP
A former Neighbours star will fight allegations he performed a Nazi salute at a two-day hearing later this year as he claims it was a gesture, not a salute. Read more
Nine denies Lattouf contempt over pro-Israel lobbyists
July 14, 2025 by AAP
Lobbyists who complained about a pro-Gaza ABC host have said Nine should be prosecuted for contempt for publicising their names and exposing them to vitriol. Read more
Anti-hate group lauded as ‘fringe’ protesters slammed
Jewish groups are optimistic that an anti-hate task force will trigger political action as a small group of protesters is lashed over a violent confrontation. Read more
Charges laid amid restaurant’s distress over protest
July 8, 2025 by AAP
A restaurant targeted by pro-Palestine protesters has revealed the “profound impact” the incident has had on its staff as police arrest and charge protesters. Read more
Anti-hate taskforce set up after antisemitic attacks
As the hunt continues for those behind a wave of antisemitic attacks, a task force has been established that could lead to increased police powers. Read more
Man faces court over ‘cowardly’ attack on Melbourne synagogue
July 6, 2025 by AAP
A man has fronted court for the first time after being charged by counter-terror police over a fire at a synagogue. Read more
Antisemitism envoy grilled on ‘uncivil’ rally ban call
July 4, 2025 by AAP
Australia’s special envoy to combat anti-Semitism has clashed with politicians over a call to ban pro-Palestine protests from city centres. Read more
Netanyahu to visit White House amid push for ceasefire
July 1, 2025 by AAP
Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks at the White House next week, amid a renewed push to end the war in Gaza. Read more
Probe called into violent arrest at pro-Palestine rally
June 30, 2025 by AAP
A state police watchdog will oversee a probe into a violent arrest at a pro-Palestine rally that seriously injured a one-time federal Greens candidate.
The decision on Monday ends days of NSW Police refusals to declare the wounding of Hannah Thomas a critical incident, requiring a full investigation with independent oversight.
The 35-year-old was among five people arrested in Sydney on Friday outside an Australian firm reportedly linked to the manufacture of components for Israeli Defence Force fighter jets.
Police have faced scrutiny over the arrest after Ms Thomas said the action could result in permanent vision loss in her right eye.
BBC pressured over ‘death to IDF’ Glastonbury chant
June 30, 2025 by AAP
The BBC is under pressure after its broadcast of the iconic Glastonbury festival featured a performer chanting “death” to the Israeli military. Read more
Arrests over Gaza protest at fighter jet-linked firm
Protesters outside a business connected to fighter jets used by the Israeli military have clashed with police, resulting in injuries and five arrests. Read more
Online hate group listed as a terrorist organisation
June 27, 2025 by AAP
The federal government has taken action against the online hate group Terrorgram, which it says has threatened Australian lives in the past. Read more
‘Torn’ Aussies flee conflict as many more left waiting
June 26, 2025 by AAP
Australians have started returning home from Israel after the 12-day war with Iran, but thousands more are still looking for a way out of the region. Read more
