Woollahra mayor visits Israel’s ambassador
October 27, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The mayor of the Sydney municipality of Woollahra visited Canberra yesterday with a personal message to Israel’s ambassador to Australia. Read more
Sydney greengrocer donates sale proceeds to UIA’s Victims of Terror Fund
October 26, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Steven Zhang, a local resident of St Ives and owner of the St Ives Greengrocer, has supported the local Jewish community in St Ives by donating sale proceeds to victims of terror in Israel through UIA. Read more
Netanyahu: “we are preparing for a ground incursion”
October 26, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has broadcast to the nation that the timing of the planned incursion into Gaza will not happen until all safeguards are in place to protect of the country’s soldiers. Read more
New Zealand Jewish Community denounces escalating antisemitism as political leaders remain silent
October 26, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
As the New Zealand Jewish community experiences unprecedented levels of antisemitic abuse, the New Zealand Jewish Council calls on political leaders, religious leaders and all of civil society to condemn antisemitism unequivocally. Read more
HaShomer HaChadash recruits volunteers to work in agriculture close to Gaza
October 23, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
From the moment the war in the south began, HaShomer HaChadash established a headquarters recruiting volunteers to assist in agricultural work and the protection of agricultural areas. Read more
Melbourne’s Jewish community pays homage to the hostages
October 22, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
On Sunday morning, Melbourne’s Jewish community came together at Caulfield Park in solidarity with the more than 200 people kidnapped by Hamas from multiple locations in southern Israel on October 7th. Read more
New Zealand Jewish community concerned
October 20, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The New Zealand Jewish Council is gravely concerned about increasing inflammatory language and misinformation from political and civil society leaders, commentators and media in relation to the current Israel/Hamas conflict. Read more
AIJAC commends reimposed Iran sanctions
October 20, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Australia has reimposed targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on 19 Iranian individuals and 57 entities for their role in Iran’s nuclear and missile programs. Read more
Heart to Heart: Three ways to show your love and support for the People of Israel
October 19, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
UIA offers the community meaningful ways in which they can show love and support for the People of Israel in these devastating times. Read more
Do you have a vacant home in Israel?
October 19, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The World Zionist Organization has appealed to the Jewish communities in the Diaspora to request Jews who own empty apartments in Israel put them up for the benefit of the residents of the south and the surrounding area, especially those who lost their homes. Read more
More security for religious locations
October 18, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Australian Government is providing $50 million in 177 grants to keep Australians practising their religion safe across the country. Read more
United Nations: Australia and New Zealand agree
October 18, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The J7 heartened by solidarity
October 18, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
As leaders of seven of the largest Jewish communities in the Diaspora, the J7 are heartened by the outpouring of solidarity with Israel from our governments in the aftermath of the barbarous Hamas attack of October 7, 2023. Read more
Anti-Israel protestors black out Auckland Museum blue and white illuminated support
October 17, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Auckland Museum has apologised to pro-Palestinian supporters for lighting up its building blue and white as a token of support to Israel. Read more
Mount Scopus to welcome Australians fleeing Israel
October 17, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Melbourne’s Mount Scopus community is ready to welcome families returning to Australia from Israel. Read more
Zieg Heil salutes outside Sydney Jewish Museum
October 13, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Three men have been apprehended by police for giving Zieg Heil salutes outside of the Sydney Jewish Museum in Darlinghurst. Read more
Israel’s flag is flying at Woollahra Council
October 10, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Woollahra Council Council in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs is home to a large section of the city’s Jewish community and will fly the Israeli flag for at least a week. Read more
Support from Allegra Spender
October 9, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Allegra Spender, the Independent member of parliament for Wentwort, has voiced her support. Read more
Victorian Jewish community to show solidarity with Israel
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Victorian Jewish community will come together as one tonight (Monday) to mourn those who were lost, to pray for those who were injured and kidnapped, and to unite behind their family, friends and all those Israeli citizens living through this terrible chapter in the country’s history. Read more
Australian landmarks light up in solidarity for Israel
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Australian landmarks will be lit up in blue and white in solidarity with Israel after Islamist group Hamas launched the bloodiest attack on the country in decades.
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Brisbane’s Story Bridge to be lit blue and white
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Brisbane’s Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has announced the city’s iconic Story Bridge will be awash with blue and white lighting tonight. Read more
Magen David Adom ambulance driver fatally shot
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
MDA ambulance driver Aharon Chaimov was murdered, shot while driving his MDA ambulance on his way to treat the wounded in his city, Ofakim, during the Hamas attack on Israel. Read more
Israel’s embassy in Canberra releases statement
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Embassy of Israel in Canberra says the residents of Gaza are not Israel’s enemies, and their battle is with Hamas. Read more
New Zealand condemns Hamas attacks
October 8, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has expressed grave concern at the escalation of violence in Israel and Gaza. Read more
Israel: Latest news
October 7, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The Voice: Albanese addresses faith leaders
October 5, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has addressed the Faith Leaders Roundtable in Glebe on the upcoming The Voice referendum. Read more
Ben Franklin tours the Sydney Jewish Museum
October 3, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Making selichot easy for the disabled
September 29, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Yad Sarah has facilitated an accessible tour of Jerusalem and the Old City, enabling wheelchair users to experience selichot ahead of Yom Kippur. Read more
UEFA chief in Jerusalem
September 29, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog hosted the President of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), Aleksander Čeferin, in his office in Jerusalem. Read more
Prestigious award for Jon
September 27, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Jon Pillemer has been awarded the coveted Charles Valentine Medal by Football NSW, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the development of the sport in the region. Read more
