Jack’s journey from dairy farm to Judaism
March 5, 2026 by Rob Klein
Jack O’Shea grew up on a dairy farm in northern Victoria where he had never met a Jew. Today he is preparing for an Orthodox conversion, keeping Shabbat and documenting his journey to Judaism on Instagram, where his account has attracted close to 20,000 followers.
Ecstatic reception greets Dayenu at Mardi Gras
March 3, 2026 by Rob Klein
Jewish LGBTQ+ group Dayenu marched in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras last Saturday after reversing an earlier decision to withdraw over security concerns.
Four inseparable friends and the enduring legacy of Bondi
March 2, 2026 by Rob Klein
Marika Pogany went down to Bondi Beach with three close friends for a celebration on an idyllic Sydney summer afternoon. They were all in their 80s, and they had enjoyed this kind of outing for years. They talked about the chaos of Bondi traffic while settling into their white plastic chairs to enjoy the Chanukah by the Beach gathering.
Millions receive defection alert after Iranian app hacked
March 1, 2026 by Rob Klein
A popular Iranian prayer-time app was hacked on Saturday morning, sending push notifications in Persian that urged military and security personnel to defect and join efforts to liberate the country.
Netanyahu – “together we will fight”
February 28, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this morning said the operation was launched to remove “the existential threat posed by the terrorist regime in Iran”. He also thanked our “great friend, President Donald Trump, for his historic leadership.”
Israel and US carry out pre-emptive strike on Iran
February 28, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israel and the US have conducted a pre-emptive military strike on Iran, according to Defence Minister Israel Katz, who described the action as necessary to eliminate immediate threats to Israel.
Bondi survivor Arsen Ostrovsky on dedicating his life to fighting for the Jewish state
Arsen Ostrovsky has built his career defending Israel in what he calls the world’s “most hostile arenas”. This week at the annual policy conference of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in Washington DC, that defence became deeply personal.
Knesset advances bill cementing Orthodox control of Western Wall
February 27, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israel’s Knesset has advanced controversial legislation that would place prayer arrangements at the Western Wall under the exclusive control of the ultra-Orthodox Chief Rabbinate, prompting a sharp response from mixed-gender non-Orthodox Jewish leaders in Israel and abroad.
Activist loses case over “All Zionists are terrorists” chant
Melbourne activist Hash Tayeh, who led crowds in chanting “All Zionists are terrorists” at pro-Palestinian rallies, has been found to have breached Victorian law in a ruling delivered today by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
Author Marisa Meltzer reflects on fame, feminism and Jewish identity ahead of Sydney visit
February 26, 2026 by Rob Klein
New York-based journalist and author Marisa Meltzer has built her career exploring women the world too often flattens into symbols, from the founder of Weight Watchers to Jane Birkin, the actress, singer and style icon. In each case, she digs past the caricature to reveal the vivid, complicated human story beneath.
Israeli mayor brings message of radical hope to Sydney
February 25, 2026 by Rob Klein
Michal Uziyahu has a phrase she returns to again and again: snap out of it. Read more
Monday Morning Cooking Club is back with a book for the next generation
The Monday Morning Cooking Club did not set out to build a publishing brand. It set out to save recipes. The project began in 2006 when six women from Sydney’s Jewish community came together to write a cookbook for charity. Read more
Teen punched three times at scout camp in antisemitic attack, police say
A Jewish teenager was allegedly punched three times in the face at a major Victorian scout camp after being singled out for wearing a kippah and an Israeli flag over his shoulders, as community leaders warned of a worsening climate of hostility towards Jewish Australians.
92-year-old survivor urges action against hatred at Adelaide museum reopening
February 23, 2026 by Rob Klein
At 92, Holocaust survivor Andrew Steiner delivered a message shaped by experience and urgency: remembrance must lead to action.
Friends host Dan’s Legacy Cup to remember Bondi terror victim
February 22, 2026 by Rob Klein
A memorial football tournament took place at Barracluff Park in Bondi on Saturday to celebrate the life and passion for the game of Dan Elkayam, one of the Jewish victims of the Bondi terror attack. Read more
Portrait of love and loss unveiled at Chabad gathering in Bondi
When Melbourne portrait artist Miriam Lange received the call from Rabbi Mendy Groner of Chabad Glen Eira, she did not hesitate. Read more
Asi Wind brings more than magic to Sydney
February 20, 2026 by Rob Klein
For Israeli-born magician Asi Wind, magic is not about fooling people. It is about reaching them. Read more
Dayenu confirms return to Mardi Gras parade – ‘delighted to be marching’
February 19, 2026 by Rob Klein
Sydney’s Jewish LGBTQIA+ organisation Dayenu will march in the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday 28 February, reversing its earlier decision to withdraw after securing additional safety assurances.
ABC Ombudsman finds no material breach in network’s handling of Herzog visit
February 19, 2026 by Rob Klein
The ABC’s internal watchdog has found no breach of editorial standards in the broadcaster’s coverage of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia, rejecting claims that its reporting was unbalanced or misleading.
Sydney man faces terrorism related charges over extremist material
A Sydney man has been charged with alleged terrorism-related offences after violent extremist material was reportedly discovered on a phone seized during a New Year’s Eve traffic stop.
Chabad rabbis from Australia and New Zealand gather in Bondi after terror attack
More than 80 Chabad rabbis from across Australia and New Zealand gathered in Bondi this week for a major regional leadership conference marked by mourning, spiritual resolve and a renewed commitment to rebuilding Jewish life after the devastating Bondi Beach terror attack.
Campus antisemitism exposed, but community says response falls short
February 17, 2026 by Rob Klein
The Australian Human Rights Commission’s ‘Respect at Uni’ report, released this week, has exposed the deep and personal impact of antisemitism on Australian university campuses. Read more
Jewish community welcomes Queensland government crackdown on hate speech and symbols
Jewish leaders in Queensland have welcomed sweeping new legislation aimed at banning terrorist symbols and extremist slogans, describing the reforms as a vital step towards restoring a sense of safety after what they say has been an unprecedented surge in antisemitism.
Noa Tishby comforts ‘forgotten’ Bondi survivors
February 16, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli author, actor and activist Noa Tishby has told survivors of the Bondi terror attack that their trauma is real and that they are part of a global Jewish community that felt the shock of December 14.
Jewish Australian Scotty James wins Olympic silver in Milano Cortina halfpipe
February 15, 2026 by Rob Klein
Jewish Olympian Scotty James has claimed silver for Australia in the men’s snowboard halfpipe at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, finishing behind Japan’s Yuto Totsuka in a dramatic final at Livigno Snow Park.
Man charged over alleged stalking of President Herzog in Sydney
February 13, 2026 by Rob Klein
A 45-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stalking Israeli President Isaac Herzog during his official visit to Sydney this week.
Jewish community leaders welcome Taylor’s election as new Liberal leader
February 13, 2026 by Rob Klein
Jewish community organisations have welcomed Angus Taylor’s election today as federal Liberal Party leader, praising his longstanding support for Israel and his firm stance against antisemitism.
‘You are family. You are not alone’: Herzog joined by Albanese at Chabad of Bondi
February 11, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined members of the Jewish community on Tuesday evening for a moving memorial at Chabad of Bondi, marking one of several significant events of remembrance during Herzog’s visit in the wake of the December 14 Bondi terror attack.
Herzog tells Jewish students to carry identity with pride
February 11, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog were welcomed by hundreds of students at Moriah College on Tuesday as part of the President’s official visit to Australia, delivering a clear message of pride, resilience and connection to Israel amid rising antisemitism.
Thousands gather in Sydney for An Evening of Light and Solidarity with President Herzog
February 10, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has delivered a deeply personal address to the Sydney community at An Evening of Light and Solidarity, an event that combined testimony, prayer, and reflection following the Bondi terror attack on December 14, 2025.
