Beethoven and the Zipper
Musica Viva is the largest entrepreneurial chamber music organisation in the world…its origins lie in the realised dreams of a Viennese Jew who fled war-torn Europe to Sydney and made his fortune from zippers. Read more
Rudd Addresses the Australia-Israel Leadership Forum
December 14, 2010 by Agencies
Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd has addressed the Australia-Israel Leadership Forum in Jerusalem on “Future Directions for the Middle East Peace Process”.
Rudd, Yad Vashem and William Cooper
December 13, 2010 by Agencies
Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd has visited Yad Vashem in Jerusalem attending the inauguration of the Chair for the Study of Resistance during the Holocaust…a tribute to William Cooper, a 77-year-old Aboriginal who led a march in 1938 to the German Consulate in Melbourne to protest against Kristallnacht…the only recorded demonstration in history world-wide. Read more
Solidarity for Fire Victims
December 13, 2010 by Agencies
The Zionist Council of NSW together with NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, held a solidarity gathering lastnight for the Sydney Jewish community to remember the fallen, stand with the victims and salute the heroes of the Carmel Fire Tragedy. Read more
Jewish Jazz Online
December 12, 2010 by Agencies
An Internet radio station in London is broadcasting jazz featuring Jewish artists and/or composers. Read more
Leo Baeck Centre’s New Memorial Sculpture
December 12, 2010 by Agencies
“….and the wind whispered your name ” was created by artist, Konstantin Dimopoulos for the Leo Baeck Centre (LBC) in Melbourne. The sculpture is intimate and reverential, moving very gently, whispering softly. Read more
Jemima walks the walk
December 12, 2010 by Agencies
12-yr-old Jemima Montag won the 14.3 km race walk at the Australian All Schools Track and Field Championships becoming the fastest for her age in the country. Read more
AIJAC/ECAJ welcomes latest ACMA report on al-Manar as significant step forward
December 10, 2010 by Agencies
The Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) has welcomed ACMA’s finding that al-Manar breached Australia’s broadcasting codes in regards to racism. Read more
Claims Conference – Increased funds for 2011
December 8, 2010 by Agencies
The Claims Conference has announced that Germany will double the for social aid for 2011…$145 million to help approved Holocaust victims in 32 countries. Read more
Chanukah – a Tale of Three Cities
The Jewish community continues to engage itself with all Australians in celebrating Chanukah. Read more
Asia Pacific Screen Awards for Israeli Movie
December 7, 2010 by Agencies
“Lebanon”, a film made about an Israeli tank crew in the 1982 Lebanon war, has won the Screen International Jury Grand Prize for its writer/director Samuel Maoz at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards. Read more
Out With the Old
December 6, 2010 by Agencies
The Victorian Union for Progressive Judaism has been replaced with a new organisation with a new constitution written for today’s community…Progressive Judaism Victoria. Read more
Fire Update
December 6, 2010 by Agencies
The Jewish National Fund has issued an update to the fires raging in northern Israel as Australia prepares to send aid today. Read more
Hold on – Help is on its Way
December 5, 2010 by Agencies
Prime Minister Julia Gillard today announced that Australia will provide urgent assistance to help combat the bushfires in Carmel forest in Northern Israel. Read more
Israeli Fires: A message from Israel – and a message from FM Rudd
December 3, 2010 by Agencies
The Israeli Embassy in Canberra has issued the following statement to the Australian community following the tragic fires in Israel which have so far claimed 40 lives. Australia has offered help. Read more
Hebrew University’s cure for sick kangaroos
Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a cure for an oral disease affecting kangaroos in captivity. Read more
Israelis score at Tennis
December 2, 2010 by Agencies
Both Men’s and Women’s titles at the Traralgon International Pro Tour championship were won by Israelis. Read more
Chanukah at Parliament House
December 1, 2010 by Agencies
NSW Premier Kristina Keneally and Leader of the Opposition Barry O’Farrell hosted the lighting of the Menorah in Parliament House yesterday. Read more
Welcome for New Premier
The Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) has extended “sincere congratulations” to Victorian Liberal Party leader Ted Baillieu on his “stunning election victory and on becoming the 46th Premier of Victoria.” Read more
Community thanks the Government for racism stand
The Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) and The Executive Council of Australian Jewry have formally “acknowledged and extended appreciation” to the Australian Government for the “principled stand in voting against the UN resolution to hold a conference in New York in 2011 marking 10 years since the Durban WCAR [World Conference against Racism].” Read more
Churches respond to ECAJ objections
The National Council of Churches in Australia has published a new statement on its resolutions focusing on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Read more
WIlliam Cooper’s great grandson walks the walk
November 28, 2010 by Agencies
Next Sunday, the great grandson of William Cooper, the Aboriginal remembered for organising the only protest in the world against Kristellnacht, will walk in his great grandfather’s footsteps… Read more
Shechita Chicken Case Settled
November 26, 2010 by Agencies
The New Zealand Jewish community has settled its case ahead of Monday’s High Court trialwith the Government allowing the shechita of poultry to continue. Read more
UIA AGM Hears the Latest from Ha’aretz
November 26, 2010 by Agencies
The United Israel Appeal NSW held its Annual General Meeting this week. Read more
United States – We need your help
The New Zealand Jewish community starts its legal battle in Wellingon’s High Court on Monday to preserve the right to practise Shechita…and is appealing for funds from the U.S. Read more
Rabbinical Council of Victoria Condemns Child Abuse
The Rabbinical Council of Victoria has issued a strong statement stating its position on child abuse following yesterday’s White Ribbon Day which highlighted violence against women. Read more
NSW Young Australian of the Year – Tara Winkler
November 25, 2010 by Agencies
The NSW Young Australian of the Year 2011 is 25 year old orphan rescuer Tara Winkler, who has been recognised for her inspirational work in saving orphan children in Cambodia.
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Violence against Women Condemned
Today is White Ribbon Day – a Government sponsored initiative in which wearers of the white ribbon indicate they do not condone violence against women. The Jewish community does not remain silent on the issue. Read more
Governor-General to accompany Lowy at World Cup Host Announcement
November 24, 2010 by Agencies
The Governor General, Ms Quentin Bryce, will lead Australia’s delegation to the 2022 FIFA World Cup™ Host Announcement on December 2 in Zurich, Football Federation Australia Chairman Frank Lowy AC announced today. Read more
Australian Ambassador to Israel hosts Barmitzvah Ceremony
November 24, 2010 by Agencies
The Australian Ambassador to Israel, Ms Andrea Faulkner hosted a unique Bar Mitzva celebration at her residence last night for five children of the Kefar Chabad’s Or Simcha boarding school. Read more
