Dec-11 8:30p.m. SBS1-TV: The Promise
November 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Len is lying in hospital, being treated for his injuries after his unit has been under attack in Haifa. Read more
Melbourne Israeli Dancing Group Dropped from Festival
November 22, 2011 by J-Wire
A Melbourne Israeli Dancing group was dropped from participating in a Victorian dance festival after refusing organisers’ moves to drop all references to Israel. Read more
Israel’s Civil War
November 22, 2011 by J-Wire
In Yehuda Avner’s book ‘The Prime Ministers’ the author recounts watching Menachim Begin deliver a speech in a dilapidated cinema shortly after the State of Israel came into being…writes Raffe Gold. Read more
Award for Jewish Holocaust Centre
November 21, 2011 by J-Wire
Melbourne’s Jewish Holocaust Centre (JHC) has been announced the winner of the prestigious Small Museum, Permanent Exhibition Award. Read more
Cooper remembered at the Sydney Jewish Museum
November 21, 2011 by J-Wire
Kevin Russell, the great-grandson of the late William Cooper, the founder and leader of the Australian Aborigines’ League (AAL), paid tribute to Cooper’s courage, compassion and lifelong commitment to social justice, in a moving address delivered at the Sydney Jewish Museum on Sunday. Read more
Quitting the NSWJBD
November 20, 2011 by J-Wire
The Board Of Deputies No Longer Represents Me Read more
Nov-29 Sydney: Celebrating Israel
November 19, 2011 by J-Wire
The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia [NSW] and the Zionist Council of NSW invite you to listen to this initiative – Working Towards Peace Read more
Mark Leibler chats with President Obama
November 18, 2011 by J-Wire
Mark Leibler, the national chairman of The Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council, met U.S. President Barack Obama during the President’s recent visit to Australia. Read more
Dec-01 7:30p.m. SBS2-TV: Trails from the East: Israel – Them and Us
November 11, 2011 by J-Wire
Tonight’s train journey takes us to Beersheva, Ashdod, Tel Aviv, then Haifa and to the far northern Nassariyah, bordering with Lebanon. Read more
Nov-15 Sydney: NSW Jewish Board of Deputies Plenum
November 11, 2011 by J-Wire
The plenum will be addressed by columnist and executive director of the Sydney Institute, Gerard Henderson. Read more
Australia to attend Water Conference in Israel
November 8, 2011 by J-Wire
Kerry Olsson, the Deputy CEO of Australian National Water Commission, will represent Australia at next week’s international conference on water in Tel Aviv. Read more
Nov-16 Melbourne: Launch of AFI
November 7, 2011 by J-Wire
The Australian Friends of Israel launches its Victorian branch at a function this evening…. Read more
Nov-16 Sydney: Getting Ready for Summer
November 4, 2011 by J-Wire
As we enter the summer months, Sydney’s Wolper Jewish Hospital presents a panel discussion on how to save your skin…. Read more
Nov-20 7:30p.m. SBS1-TV: The Bible – Moses and the Law
November 3, 2011 by J-Wire
A revealing exploration of one of the world’s most influential books. Read more
Nov-16 Sydney: B’nai B’rith Human Rights Address 2011
November 2, 2011 by J-Wire
David Gonski will deliver this year’s address on “Human Rights and the Law of the Land – Australia”. Read more
Nov-14 1:00p.m. SBS1-TV: Terror International
October 28, 2011 by J-Wire
Award-winning journalist Peter Taylor traces the modern history and development of terrorism through four major acts of terror over the last 30 years. Read more
Nov-13 7:30p.m. SBS1-TV: Lost Worlds: A History: Abraham
October 28, 2011 by J-Wire
A revealing exploration of one of the world’s most influential books. Read more
Azoi, Minister
Victor Dominello, the NSW Minister for Citizenship and Communities and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs has had a new Ministry added to his portfolio…he is now Minister for Our Big Kitchen. Read more
Prosecutors want Bail Revoked
A former security guard at the Yeshivah College in East St Kilda who has been charged with multiple sex offences is facing court in Melbourne today as prosecutors apply to have his bail revoked. Read more
Nov-09 Sydney: Kristallnacht Commemoration
October 25, 2011 by J-Wire
Community Relations Commission CEO Stepan Kerkyasharian will be the keynote speaker… Read more
Nov-02 6:00p.m. SBS2-TV: Global Village: Visions of Israel
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Part One: This program takes an aerial trip to Israel, flying over many historic and holy sites, including the Western Wall, the Temple Mount and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, alongside such modern achievements as the ingenious irrigation system that actually helped make a desert bloom. (From the US) (Documentary Series)
Nov-01 6:00p.m. SBS2-TV: Global Village: Visions of Israel
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Part One: This program takes an aerial trip to Israel, flying over many historic and holy sites, including the Western Wall, the Temple Mount and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, alongside such modern achievements as the ingenious irrigation system that actually helped make a desert bloom. (From the US) (Documentary Series)
Nov-03 8:35p.m. SBS1-TV: Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations: Disappearing Manhattan
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Best-selling author and chef Anthony Bourdain visits some of the quintessential Manhattan restaurants and finds that many are struggling in the city’s changing landscape. Read more
Nov-02 10:00p.m. SBS1-TV: Movie – Un Secret
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Francois is a sickly boy growing up in post-WWII France. His parents are athletic and obsessed with sport. Read more
Nov-01 11:40p.m. SBS1-TV: Movie – Zion and his Brother
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
Set in a working-class suburb of Haifa, a tragic turn of events drives a wedge between a pair of inseparable brothers as the youngest re-examines his loyalty towards the older brother he once looked up to. Read more
Day of Jewish Culture – Sydney
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
The B’nai B’rith in association with the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies present a Day of Culture. Read more
Nov-06 7:30p.m. SBS1-TV: Lost Worlds: The Bible : a History : Creation
October 23, 2011 by J-Wire
A revealing exploration of one of the world’s most influential books. Howard Jacobson. Read more
New Award to Recognise Jewish Contribution to Poland
October 15, 2011 by J-Wire
The inaugural award ceremony hosted by the Australian Society of Polish Jews and Their Descendants to honour an individual or organisation contributing to a greater understanding of the unique and dynamic contribution by the Polish Jewish community to Polish culture and ethos will be held in Melbourne later this month. Read more
Oct-24 Melbourne: 73rd Annual Assembly of the Zionist Council of Victoria
October 6, 2011 by J-Wire
The community is invited to hear keynote speaker The Hon Dr Mike Kelly AM, MP, federal member for Eden-Monaro (NSW) and the Parliamentary Secretary for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The Jerusalem Prize will be awarded to Michael Danby MP, member for Melbourne Ports. Read more
North Shore Kosher Chef
October 6, 2011 by J-Wire
North Shore Temple Emanuel
Could You be the 2011 North Shore Temple Emanuel Kosher Chef?
What will be in the mystery box of ingredients? Which three contestants will be randomly selected to cook a dish in 20 minutes? Who will be crowned 2011 North Shore Temple Emanuel KosherChef?
All will be revealed while you enjoy a 7-course gourmet degustation meal. Celebrity judges will decide the winner, and there will be raffles for fabulous “foodie” prizes.
Date/Time: Sunday 16 October at 6.30pm
Cost: $50 per person
$25 for 13 years and under
When booking be sure to indicate if you would like to enter the random draw to be one of the three contestants. Phone 02 9419 7911 or visit www.nste.org.au
