US extremist content creator banned from Australia for life
May 7, 2026 by Rob Klein
Controversial American online personality Nicolas Kenn De Balinthazy, known online as “Sneako”, has been permanently barred from applying for an Australian visa after the federal government cancelled his current visa over concerns about hateful, antisemitic and extremist content.
Firebombing of Kosher restaurant destroyed communal hub
May 7, 2026 by Rob Klein
Kosher eatery Lewis’ Continental Kitchen served customers in Bondi for over 50 years before being firebombed in an alleged antisemitic attack.
New Mitzvah Tank to bring Jewish life to regional Australia
May 7, 2026 by Rob Klein
An intimate Lag B’Omer gathering at Chabad Brisbane marked the formal opening of the newly renovated Queensland Mitzvah Tank and Mobile Library, a joint initiative of Chabad Brisbane and Chabad of RARA.
Accused Bondi shooter faces 19 new charges
May 6, 2026 by Rob Klein
The man accused over the Bondi Beach Chanukah attack that left 15 people dead is facing 19 additional criminal charges, according to court documents filed in Sydney.
AFP launches online counter-terrorism centre in shadow of Bondi Terror attack
May 6, 2026 by Rob Klein
The Australian Federal Police has today announced a new Counter Terrorism Online Centre aimed at detecting and disrupting extremist threats.
Global antisemitic violence reaches highest level in decades, Tel Aviv University report finds
May 6, 2026 by Rob Klein
Tel Aviv University has reported a sharp rise in violent antisemitic attacks worldwide, with 2025 recording the highest number of Jewish deaths from such incidents in more than 30 years.
Israeli forces eliminate Hezbollah terrorists who threatened them
May 5, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli forces identified via an armed drone two armed Hezbollah terrorists operating near them in southern Lebanon.
Schools around Australia celebrate Yom Haatzma’ut
May 5, 2026 by Rob Klein
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Last week, schools across Australia came alive with colour, music and energy as students marked Yom Haatzmaut, celebrating Israel’s Independence Day with real enthusiasm.
Classrooms and halls turned into hubs of activity, with Israeli dancing, food tastings, flag displays and creative performances bringing the story of Israel to life.
Students of all ages took part, building a strong sense of connection and pride, while teachers used the moment to share Israel’s history, culture and achievements in a way that felt engaging and meaningful. It was a vibrant reminder of the deep ties between young Australian Jews and Israel, and the role schools play in keeping that connection strong.
Sydney ‘globalise the intifada’ forum moves to outdoor venue after council venue cancelled
May 4, 2026 by Rob Klein
A controversial Sydney forum defending the slogan “Globalise the Intifada” has been forced out of a City of Sydney venue following public backlash, with organisers claiming the decision has shifted to a new outdoor location.
Queensland car parts owner charged after antisemitic social media posts
May 4, 2026 by Rob Klein
The owner of a Brisbane car parts business has been charged and is due to appear in court on 17 May after posting videos promoting Holocaust denial, Nazi imagery and open antisemitism on his company’s social media accounts.
Israel completes financial close for country’s largest solar project
May 4, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli officials announced on Sunday the financial close of the country’s largest solar power plant project, to be built near the southern city of Dimona in the Negev.
Royal Commission hearings to begin this week as submissions pass 5,700
May 2, 2026 by Rob Klein
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion will open its first public hearings in Sydney this week, following the release of its interim report and a sharp rise in submissions detailing antisemitism across Australia.
Jewish Australians urged to open homes for storytelling push to antisemitism Royal Commission
Jewish families and others who have experienced or witnessed antisemitism are being urged to open their homes this Sunday night for a coordinated community effort to drive submissions to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.
Debra Messing to headline JCA campaign event in Sydney
April 30, 2026 by Rob Klein
As concern over antisemitism continues to rise in Australia following the Bondi terror attack and a series of community incidents, high-profile US actress and advocate Debra Messing is set to visit Sydney as a keynote speaker at the Jewish Communal Appeal’s 2026 Annual Campaign Event.
Venice Biennale jury excludes Israel from top awards over ICC warrants
April 29, 2026 by Rob Klein
The jury of the Venice Biennale has ruled that countries whose leaders face charges at the International Criminal Court will not be considered for its top prizes, a move that effectively excludes Israel from this year’s awards.
“Concert for Hope and Unity” cancelled after Greek choir declines to perform with Jewish group
April 28, 2026 by Rob Klein
A planned benefit concert at Sydney Town Hall to support families affected by the Bondi terror attack has been cancelled after members of a Greek choir refused to perform alongside a Jewish group, citing political objections and fears about security.
Free legal support available as Royal Commission deadline approaches
April 28, 2026 by Rob Klein
National Legal Aid is providing a free national legal service is encouraging Australians with experiences of antisemitism to seek advice before making submissions to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.
Bondi exhibition ‘Holding Light’ turns grief into collective response
April 26, 2026 by Rob Klein
Four months after the Bondi Beach terror attack that killed 15 people during a Chanukah celebration, a major exhibition has opened at Bondi Pavilion Art Gallery, transforming grief into a shared act of reflection.
The Jewish ANZACs: a legacy of service and sacrifice
As Australians and New Zealanders mark ANZAC Day this week, the contribution of Jewish servicemen and women stands as a clear example of how a small community has played a significant role in the defence of both nations.
StandWithUs moves to counter Sydney anti-Israel events
April 24, 2026 by Rob Klein
StandWithUs Australia has confirmed it will attend and peacefully respond to two upcoming anti-Israel and antisemitic events being promoted in Sydney public spaces.
Bondi cliffs bloom with memory for Yom HaZikaron
April 22, 2026 by Rob Klein
A field of 750 handmade red poppies overlooking Bondi Beach became a striking symbol of remembrance, as Sydney’s Jewish community marked Yom HaZikaron with a project shaped by both Israeli and local tragedy.
Moriah graduate selected for Aviation Week Network’s “20 Twenties” program
April 21, 2026 by Rob Klein
Matt Nurick, a graduate of Sydney’s Moriah College, has been selected for Aviation Week Network’s “20 Twenties” program, recognising 20 of the most promising aerospace-bound STEM students from universities around the world.
‘From the depths’: Melbourne community gathers for Yom Hashoah commemoration
April 15, 2026 by Rob Klein
Holocaust survivors and younger generations gathered side by side on Monday night as Victoria’s Jewish community marked Yom Hashoah with a powerful call to remember and reflect.
Tradition revisited: Fiddler on the Roof returns
April 13, 2026 by Rob Klein
Few musicals have endured like ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, but its staying power has never relied on nostalgia alone.
Taskforce steps up national response to antisemitism in education
April 12, 2026 by Rob Klein
Universities are facing growing scrutiny over antisemitism as a national taskforce accelerates efforts to address rising incidents across schools and campuses.
Sydney preacher’s latest sermon targets Jews and Christians
April 10, 2026 by Rob Klein
Sydney-based Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad has released a new sermon attacking Jewish and Christian beliefs.
NCJWA launches workshops for Royal Commission submissions
April 10, 2026 by Rob Klein
The National Council of Jewish Women has launched a series of free national workshops to assist individuals in preparing submissions for the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.
Survivors’ lives rebuilt in Australia to shape Sydney Yom Hashoah commemorations
April 10, 2026 by Rob Klein
This year’s Yom HaShoah commemorations in Sydney will shift the focus from the horrors of the Holocaust itself to what followed: how survivors rebuilt their lives in Australia and how doing so helped shape the country they came to call home. Read more
Brae Sokolski shows solidarity as new Star of David colours get green light from stewards
Racing Victoria has approved revised racing colours featuring the Star of David for prominent owner Brae Sokolski after an interstate dispute over an earlier design.
Backlash grows over Sydney event defending ‘globalise the intifada’
April 9, 2026 by Rob Klein
A City of Sydney council venue will host a public forum next month defending the phrase “globalise the intifada”, prompting strong criticism from Jewish leaders and renewed scrutiny of Cumberland councillor Ahmed Ouf.
