Jewish community leadership calls for a Royal Commission
December 30, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ), the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, together with the Jewish roof organisations in each State and Territory, call for a Federal Royal Commission into antisemitism. Read more
Stanley Roth: more tributes
December 30, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Tributes continue to be made to Sydney community leader Stanley Roth, who passed away on Sunday. Read more
How they are doing
December 30, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
An update on those remaining hospitalised as a result of the Bondi Beach massacre. Read more
How they are doing
December 29, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
NSW Health updates the number of victims remaining in hospital. Read more
Tributes to Stanley Roth AM
December 29, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Tributes have flowed in to Stanley Roth AM who passed away in Sydney yesterday at the age of 72. Read more
Stanley Roth AM
December 28, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Jewish community leader Stanley Roth AM has died suddenly, leaving a legacy shaped by community service, philanthropy and a lifelong commitment to Jewish and civic life. Read more
How they are doing
December 28, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
There are currently ten patients receiving care in Sydney hospitals for their injuries. Read more
Finally, the Hakoah Club is on its way
December 24, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Today, the Australian workforce is downing tools for the Christmas/New Year break. Read more
Australian government invites Herzog to visit
December 23, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called Israel’s President Isaac Herzog, telling him that his government has recommended the Governor General that Australia should officially invite him to visit. Read more
JCA launches emergency relief appeal – Bondi Beach terror attack
December 23, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Jewish Communal Appeal has announced an emergency funding response following the terror attack targeting the Jewish community at Bondi Beach on Sunday 14 December, describing the move as unprecedented in the organisation’s history.
Farewell Marika
December 23, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Marika Pogany, one of the 15 victims of last week’s Bondi Beach massacre, has been laid to rest. Read more
Swan song
December 23, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council and The Executive Council of Australian Jewry have hit back at the former Labour treasurer Wayne Swan, who accused Israel of murdering 70,000 Palestinians in Gaza in a post on social media. Read more
How they are doing
December 22, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
NSW Health issues the latest report on hospitalised victims. Read more
How they are doing
December 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
There are currently thirteen patients receiving care in Sydney hospitals for their injuries. Read more
275,000 signed petition calling for Albanese’s resignation
December 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The group Bondi Beach Attacks 2025 is behind a petition calling for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s resignation. Read more
6:47pm
December 19, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Federal and NSW Governments have designated Sunday, December 21, as a Day of Reflection to honour the victims of the tragic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach and to express solidarity with the Jewish community.
NSW government to restrict public assemblies after terror attack
December 19, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The New South Wales Government is set to impose restrictions on public assemblies in designated areas following a recent terrorist attack aimed at safeguarding the community, reducing intimidation, and allowing police to concentrate on public safety. Read more
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.
