Man jailed after mimicking Bondi terror attack and abusing Jews
April 21, 2026 by J-Wire with AAP
A Sydney man who mimicked the Bondi terror attack and hurled antisemitic abuse at members of the public has been sentenced to 12 months in prison, in a case that has further shaken a community still recovering from the December massacre.
Royal Commission interim report to call for urgent action
April 21, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is expected to identify issues requiring immediate action when it delivers its interim report at the end of April, as scrutiny intensifies over possible intelligence and policing failures ahead of the Bondi terror attack.
Councils to gather in Bondi for antisemitism summit
April 16, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Waverley Council plans to co-host a national summit on antisemitism and social cohesion in Bondi later this year, ahead of the first anniversary of the deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach.
She lost her father at Bondi. Now she’s fighting the hate that killed him
April 12, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
The daughter of a man killed in the Bondi terror attack has joined Combat Antisemitism Movement Australia, stepping into a public campaign against the hatred she says led to her father’s death.
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
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.
Victorian Multicultural Commission forced to change charter after antisemitic statements
April 7, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
A Melbourne Jewish community advocate has secured changes to the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)’s charter. The changes follow a legal complaint over antisemitic social media posts by a former commissioner.
Jewish and war memorials damaged in Caulfield Park
April 7, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Several significant memorials in Caulfield Park, Melbourne, including those connected to Jewish history, have been damaged or destroyed, prompting concern from the local community and calls for a thorough investigation by Glen Eira City Council and police.
Stonnington Council faces antisemitism royal commission investigation
April 6, 2026 by Rob Klein
Stonnington Council has been referred to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohestion after it deferred a decision last December to install a menorah at Malvern Town Hall.
Accused Bondi shooter’s fearful family lose court gag order bid
April 4, 2026 by AAP
Death threats against family members of the surviving alleged Bondi massacre gunman have failed to persuade a judge to bar the publication of their names.
Two more teens in Moree charged over extremist material
April 4, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
A counter-terrorism investigation in northern New South Wales has widened following the arrest of two more teenagers over alleged extremist material.
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.
