Police find no offence at neo-Nazi rally as government keeps hate speech review secret
April 1, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
A neo-Nazi leader who promoted a conspiracy theory about the Jewish community during a protest outside NSW Parliament did not breach racial vilification laws, according to a NSW Police review, as debate intensifies over the strength and clarity of the state’s hate speech regime.
13-year-old girl charged with antisemitic attacks in stolen cars
April 1, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
A 13-year-old girl from Melbourne’s Bayside area faces 52 charges, including antisemitic offences.
Australian Jewish leaders stand with Israel but question death penalty law
April 1, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Leading Australian Jewish organisations have raised concerns over new Israeli legislation introducing the death penalty for terrorists while reaffirming their strong support for Israel and its people.
“This is not Israel’s struggle alone” – ambassador frames Iran war as global fight for democracy
March 31, 2026 by Rob Klein
Israel’s ambassador to Australia, Hillel Newman, has warned the war with Iran is a defining test for democracies worldwide, arguing the conflict is already reshaping global security, energy markets and economic stability far beyond the Middle East.
Report warns of coordinated disinformation after London attack on Jewish ambulances
March 30, 2026 by Rob Klein
A new study has revealed a surge of antisemitic responses from Australian social media users following a suspected terrorist attack on Jewish emergency vehicles in London.
Financial Review apologises over Netanyahu cartoon after backlash
March 30, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Australian Financial Review has apologised for a controversial cartoon following strong criticism from Jewish leaders.
Hunters Hill Council takes stand against antisemitism
March 30, 2026 by Rob Klein
Hunters Hill Council in NSW has adopted a landmark strategy to combat antisemitism, positioning itself at the forefront of local government responses to rising hate and community tensions across Australia.
AFP warns of sham charities raising funds for terror groups
March 29, 2026 by Rob Klein
Australians are being urged to exercise caution when donating to overseas causes, amid warnings that terrorist organisations in the Middle East are exploiting humanitarian appeals to raise funds.
Ripponlea car attack sparks alarm as Jewish leaders warn of rising antisemitism
March 29, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Jewish leaders in Melbourne have condemned an alleged antisemitic car attack in Ripponlea, warning it reflects a pattern of increasingly bold incidents targeting the community.
Woman charged after allegedly drawing Nazi symbol
March 29, 2026 by Rob Klein
A 48-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly drawing a Nazi symbol on a poster in Sydney’s inner west.
Ryvchin tells Courage to Care lunch – live with kindness, respect and empathy
March 27, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Against a backdrop of rising antisemitism in Australia, including schools and universities, Courage to Care NSW held its annual fundraising lunch on 4 March, drawing a capacity crowd of community leaders, supporters and Holocaust survivors.
Victorian antisemitism hits record high for second year running
March 27, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
For the second year in a row, Victoria’s Jewish community experienced record levels of antisemitism in 2025.
Jewish leaders congratulate Archbishop Randazzo on Vatican appointment
March 26, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Jewish leaders have offered a warm “mazal tov” to Archbishop Anthony Randazzo following his appointment by Pope Leo as Prefect for the Dicastery for Legislative Texts, praising his longstanding support for the Jewish community in Australia.
Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed honoured with keys to the city of Waverley
March 26, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Bondi terror attack hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded the keys to the City of Waverley in honour of risking his life during the December 14 massacre targeting a Jewish Chanukah celebration.
Teens face separate terror charges in Sydney and Melbourne
March 25, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
A boy from Melbourne’s inner city has been today charged with collecting documents promoting ISIS-inspired terrorism and importing a prohibited ISIS flag.
Jewish family allegedly targeted with Nazi salute outside Crown Casino
March 24, 2026 by Rob Klein
Victoria Police is investigating after a group of Jewish men were allegedly subjected to antisemitic abuse outside Melbourne’s Crown Casino in the early hours of Saturday 15 March 2026.
AFR defends controversial Netanyahu cartoon amid antisemitism accusations
March 24, 2026 by Rob Klein
The Australian Financial Review has defended its decision to publish a cartoon by illustrator David Rowe that has drawn strong criticism from Jewish leaders.
Children affected by Bondi attack rebuild trust in emergency services
March 23, 2026 by Rob Klein
Children from families affected by the Chanukah terror attack at Bondi Beach took part in a community event on Sunday aimed at easing their fear of emergency services.
‘Battle is over’: advocate’s relief as abuser sentenced
March 20, 2026 by AAP J-Wire
A convicted child abuser has walked away from court with a suspended prison sentence, leaving his victim pleased the case is finally over.
Jewish children targeted in antisemitic attack at Questacon
Two Jewish primary school students on a Canberra excursion were subjected to a Nazi salute slogan by a fellow student.
Australia deteriorates in terror rankings after Bondi
March 19, 2026 by AAP
Australia has dropped to its worst ranking on a terrorism index following the deadly Bondi massacre as Western nations recorded an increase in deaths in 2025.
MinterEllison distances itself from Sydney Biennale as controversy deepens
March 19, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Law firm MinterEllison has moved to distance itself from the Biennale of Sydney, asking for its logo to be removed from the festival’s list of partners and supporters following the opening night controversy involving American performer DJ Haram.
Jewish leaders highlight imbalance in Australia NZ Gaza statement
March 19, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Australian and New Zealand foreign and defence ministers have issued a joint statement criticising Israeli actions in Gaza while making no direct reference to Hamas.
NSW government moves to ban public display of IRGC and Hizb ut-Tahrir symbols
March 18, 2026 by Rob Klein
“There is no place in NSW for hateful, extremist conduct,” State Attorney General Michael Daley said today.
Major sponsor PwC pulls out of Biennale after DJ’s antisemitic chants
PwC has withdrawn its sponsorship and association from the Biennale of Sydney following controversy over antisemitic and antizionist remarks during the festival’s opening night on Friday.
Leeser calls for rethink of antisemitism education at UNESCO schools forum
Shadow Education Minister Julian Leeser has called for a fundamental shift in how antisemitism is taught in Australian schools, warning that decades of Holocaust-focused education have failed to prevent rising hostility towards Jews.
JCA completes the largest governance overhaul in its history
March 17, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Jewish Communal Appeal (JCA) has unveiled the most significant governance reform in its history, introducing a new corporate trustee model and modernised trust structure to strengthen its ability to support the Jewish community now and in the future.
NCJWA slams Grace Tame for calling October 7 rape evidence “propaganda”
March 16, 2026 by Rob Klein
Grace Tame, the 2021 Australian of the Year, has spent the past two years recasting herself from a celebrated survivor advocate to one of Australia’s most polarising voices in the antizionist movement.
More than a meal: the Jewish Food Festival brings Sydney’s Jewish community together
March 16, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
The Jewish Food Festival will return to Sydney this Sunday, 22 March 2026, bringing the community together for a day of food, culture and connection following the challenges of 2025, including the Bondi terror attack.
Jewish Australians urged to share experiences with Royal Commission on antisemitism
Jewish organisations are encouraging members of the community to make submissions to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, saying personal accounts will play a key role in the inquiry’s work.
