Messages
December 18, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Messages from home and abroad Read more
Federal and NSW governments announce $20m-plus recovery package after Bondi attack
December 18, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Albanese and Minns governments have jointly announced a more than $20 million recovery package in response to the antisemitic terrorist attack in Bondi, delivering immediate financial assistance, expanded victim support services and targeted help for local businesses. Read more
How they are doing
December 18, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Latest report from NSW Health. Read more
Prime Minister yet to visit hospitalised victims
December 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A spokesperson for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has told J-Wire that the Australian leader is yet to visit any Jewish patients currently hospitalised following the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Read more
The Lucky Country is not lucky anymore Josh Frydenberg audio
December 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg visited Bondi Beach this morning, making a major address and answering media questions. Read more
How they are doing
December 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Latest report from NSW Health on the hospitalised survivors. Read more
Coalition launches antisemitism and counter-terror taskforce
December 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Coalition has established a dedicated Taskforce on Antisemitism, Extremism and Counter-Terrorism, citing an escalating threat to public safety and Australia’s Jewish community. Read more
Bialik College staff member dismissed after students view inappropriate images on laptop
December 8, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Melbourne school, Bialik College has dismissed a staff member after students in Years 6 and 7 briefly saw adult images on the employee’s laptop during a class session last week.
Residents crack Rose Bay grandmother’s antisemitic graffiti spree
December 3, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A 71-year-old Rose Bay grandmother has been charged with six graffiti offences after a six month-long community effort by local residents who documented repeated antisemitic and anti-Israel vandalism across Sydney’s eastern suburbs and provided crucial evidence to police.
Seligman recognised for two decades of leadership at Sydney Jewish Museum
November 24, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
At the Sydney Jewish Museum’s 2025 AGM held yesterday, 23 November, former CEO Norman Seligman was honoured as the inaugural recipient of a new award that now carries his name, the Norman Seligman Culture and Community Award.
Journey through history: Sydney Jewish Museum announces Berlin and Poland tour
November 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Sydney Jewish Museum is offering Australians a rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of history with its 2026 Berlin and Poland tour.
Melbourne synagogue arsonist released after 134 days in solitary confinement
November 18, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A homeless man who spent 134 days in solitary confinement after setting fire to a Melbourne synagogue has been released on bail by a magistrate who labelled his detention conditions “disgraceful”.
When helping hurts: Study finds humanitarian aid without political change can undermine peace efforts
November 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
New research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has found that humanitarian efforts aimed at improving daily life in conflict zones can backfire when they are not matched with meaningful political reform, raising fresh questions about a long-held belief in peace-building.
A boomerang for Israel
November 6, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
An Aboriginal artist and co-founder of the Indigenous Friends of Israel is heading to Israel to gift a two-metre boomerang he made and painted to the Israeli government. Read more
Albanese’s t-shirt causes dismay
October 28, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese returned from the United States in casual attire, wearing a controversial t-shirt. Read more
A credit to the community
October 10, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Shadow Attorney General Julian Leeser and Labor MP Josh Burns have jointly won the coveted McKinnon Prize for 2024, McKinnon Political Leader of the year – federal. Read more
UIA means business
September 11, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Gesher by UIA launches its first-ever merch line, with every purchase made supporting the People of Israel. Read more
The scandal they tried to hide
September 5, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken to YouTube to reveal the real reason why the International Criminal Court in The Hague accused Israel and issued a warrant to arrest him. Read more
Federal Labour Friends of Israel on Iranian operations in Australia
August 29, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Federal Labour Friends of Israel (LFI) has welcomed the Australian government’s decisive move to expel the Iranian Ambassador and designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation. Read more
MPs unite in condemning Iran’s role in targeting Jews
August 27, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Federal and state MPs have condemned Iran’s involvement in a series of antisemitic attacks in Australia, warning that the revelations confirm long-held fears within the Jewish community and demand a stronger national response.
Jewish content in the media
August 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Jewish Community Council of Victoria (JCCV) has convened a diverse panel of media professionals to dissect the portrayal of Jewish issues across various platforms, including newspapers, television, and social media. Read more
Investing in the future: Masada College to offer 40% off tuition fees through new bursary
August 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
In a groundbreaking step aimed at revolutionising Jewish education in Sydney, Masada College, on behalf of the Hyman Abramovich Foundation (HAF), has announced the launch of the HAF Jewish Bursary. Read more
Delegation urges NZ Government: ‘Not Yet, and Not Until’ on Palestinian statehood
August 20, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A delegation of Christian and community leaders has issued a stern warning to the New Zealand Government, urging it to adopt a stringent stance on Palestinian statehood. Read more
Gidon Ben-Zvi
August 15, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
J-Wire is devastated to learn of the passing of columnist Gidon Ben-Zvi at the age of 51 after a brave fight with cancer. Read more
President Herzog: Australia rewarding terror
August 11, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
At the inauguration of the new Knesset Museum in Jerusalem, President Isaac Herzog responded that Australia’s recognition of a Palestinian state in September would be seen as a reward to terror. Read more
Israel’s ambassador and a former Labor leader react to Australia’s decison
August 11, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Israel’s ambassador, Amir Maimon, and former Labour MP, Michael Danby, have spoken out on Prime Minister Albanese’s announcement that Australia will recognise a Palestinian state.
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Australia expected to recognise Palestinian state
August 11, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Australian government ministers will attend a cabinet meeting this morning in Canberra at which recognition of a Palestinian state is expected. Read more
Digging his own grave: A tweet from President Herzog
August 3, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog’s reaction after Hamas released a video of two Israeli hostages held captive by Hamas. Read more
ECAJ meets with Anthony Albanese
July 31, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) held a high-level meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese yesterday, as part of a series of engagements with senior government and opposition figures in Canberra this week. Read more
Poll reveals that less a quarter of Australians have a positive attitude to Jews
July 29, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A new survey commissioned by the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) has exposed deeply troubling attitudes and experiences, fuelling urgent calls for national and local action. Read more
