Israel demands immediate retraction of “faked” UN backed report on Gaza
August 28, 2025 by TPS-IL
The Israel Foreign Ministry Director General Eden Bar-Tal has written to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification demanding the immediate removal of a “falsified report. Read more
Vandalism at Auckland tech firm shows escalation of imported Gaza activism
August 27, 2025 by Greg Bouwer
An Auckland technology company has become the latest target of anti-Israel activism in New Zealand, after a break-in and vandalism at its Mt Wellington offices was claimed as a protest against Israel’s war in Gaza. Read more
MPs unite in condemning Iran’s role in targeting Jews
August 27, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Federal and state MPs have condemned Iran’s involvement in a series of antisemitic attacks in Australia, warning that the revelations confirm long-held fears within the Jewish community and demand a stronger national response.
Search for masked vandals at fighter jet-linked factory
August 27, 2025 by AAP
Footage has been released of three people allegedly involved in vandalising a metalworks with anti-Israeli messaging, after it was linked to fighter jet parts. Read more
Israeli inquiry says ‘Hamas camera’ was strike target
August 27, 2025 by J-Wire
An initial Israeli military inquiry has concluded that troops struck what they believed to be a Hamas camera position in an attack on a Gaza Strip hospital that killed five journalists, but a further probe has been ordered into how that decision was made. Read more
Iran-linked attacks: Australian Jews “fearful”
August 27, 2025 by AAP
Revelations that the Iranian regime was linked to antisemitic attacks in Melbourne and Sydney have left Jewish Australians anxious and fearful. Read more
Parents of captive IDF soldier Nimrod Cohen release footage of abduction
August 26, 2025 by JNS
The parents of Nimrod Cohen, an Israel Defence Forces soldier taken captive by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7, 2023, on Monday night released for publication footage of his abduction. Read more
Luxon’s one-sided condemnation of Israel’s E1 plan
August 26, 2025 by Greg Bouwer
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has entered the Middle East debate by condemning Israel’s proposed E1 development between Jerusalem and Ma’ale Adumim, calling it “illegal” and claiming it would “make a two-state solution impossible.” Read more
Leading Aussie gold-medal chance ruled out of worlds
August 26, 2025 by AAP
A serious hamstring injury has ruled one of Australia’s leading gold-medal hopes out of the upcoming world athletics championships. Read more
Intelligence boss links firebombings to Iran government: expels ambassador
August 26, 2025 by AAP J-Wire
Australia has accused Tehran of orchestrating anti-Semitic attacks and expelled Iran’s ambassador in the first diplomatic move of its kind since World War II.
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Death of journalists in latest Mideast attack condemned
August 26, 2025 by Reuters
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says an Israeli strike on a hospital in the Gaza Strip that killed 20 people, including five journalists, was a “tragic mishap”. Read more
Gaza civilians targeted by Hamas, Israeli coordinator reports (DISTRESSING CONTENT)
August 25, 2025 by J-Wire
The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT), Major General Ghassan Alian, has published today (Monday) a series of alarming videos on his English-language X account showing Hamas operatives beating, abusing, and shooting Gaza residents. Read more
Man charged over antisemitic graffiti spree at Melbourne synagogue
August 25, 2025 by Rob Klein
A man has been charged with more than 20 offences following a string of antisemitic graffiti attacks at the Melbourne Hebrew Congregation in South Yarra earlier this year.
Author of disputed Gaza famine report has lengthy history of anti-Israel statements
August 25, 2025 by Mike Wagenheim - JNS
An author of a controversial report determining a famine has taken hold in parts of Gaza has a history of anti-Israel and pro-Iran rhetoric. Read more
France summons US ambassador over antisemitism claims
August 25, 2025 by Reuters
US Ambassador to France Charles Kushner has accused the French government of failing to respond adequately to rising antisemitism. Read more
Bob Carr trades credibility for conspiracy
August 25, 2025 by Rob Klein
Former Foreign Minister and NSW Premier Bob Carr has been accused of promoting dangerous antisemitic conspiracy theories.
Gaza starvation ‘fabrications will soon collapse,’ Israel says
August 24, 2025 by J-Wire
“Israel does not have a policy of starvation. Israel has a policy of preventing starvation,” the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement on Saturday, in the wake of a U.N.-backed report proclaiming famine in the Gaza Strip. Read more
Bibi and Sharri
August 22, 2025 by JNS
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state as a “sign of weakness” and a major source of tension between Canberra and Jerusalem. Read more
Jewish organisations react to growing rift between Australia and Israel
August 22, 2025 by Rob Klein
Australian Jewish organisations have expressed concern about the potential impact on relations with Israel following Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement that Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September.
Netanyahu approves Gaza City offensive, signals continued hostage talks
August 22, 2025 by JNS
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday night that he had approved plans to conquer Gaza City and destroy Hamas, while stressing that negotiations on a ceasefire-for-hostages deal would move forward in parallel. Read more
Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM
August 22, 2025 by Reuters
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Israel will immediately resume negotiations for the release of all hostages held in Gaza and an end to the nearly two-year-old war, but on terms acceptable to Israel. Read more
Israel to combat media bias via flurry of international delegations
August 22, 2025 by JNS
Four hundred international delegations with more than 5,000 participants will visit the Jewish state by the end of the year, as part of a new campaign to fight the widespread anti-Israel narratives in world media, the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem announced on Thursday. Read more
Israeli military coordinates with Gaza City medical officials ahead of push into area
August 22, 2025 by TPS-IL
The IDF is coordinating the move of the population from Gaza City south for its protection as Israeli forces move into the area. Read more
Multiculturalism Minister praises Rabbi Kamins for “immense contribution”
August 21, 2025 by Rob Klein
NSW Multiculturalism Minister Steve Kamper has paid tribute to Rabbi Jeffrey B. Kamins, who will retire as Senior Rabbi of Emanuel Synagogue on 30 June 2026 after almost four decades of service.
Second man charged over Adass Israel Synagogue arson attack
August 21, 2025 by Rob Klein
A 20-year-old Meadow Heights man has been charged over the alleged arson attack on Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue in December 2024.
‘Forever tarnished’: Netanyahu spews more vitriol on PM
August 21, 2025 by AAP
Israel’s prime minister has launched another verbal salvo against Anthony Albanese over his handling of the situation in the Middle East as calls grow for calm. Read more
Lowys, Leeds and looking back
August 21, 2025 by Henry Benjamin
Decades ago in Sydney, a father took his three sons regularly to watch Hakoah play soccer, but this came to a halt in 1987 when the club withdrew from the National Soccer League. Read more
Jewish content in the media
August 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The Jewish Community Council of Victoria (JCCV) has convened a diverse panel of media professionals to dissect the portrayal of Jewish issues across various platforms, including newspapers, television, and social media. Read more
World’s first human spinal cord implant to take place in Israel
August 21, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Israel is preparing to perform the world’s first-ever human spinal cord implant using a patient’s own cells, a medical breakthrough that could allow paralysed patients to stand and walk again, Tel Aviv University announced on Wednesday. Read more
Investing in the future: Masada College to offer 40% off tuition fees through new bursary
August 21, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
In a groundbreaking step aimed at revolutionising Jewish education in Sydney, Masada College, on behalf of the Hyman Abramovich Foundation (HAF), has announced the launch of the HAF Jewish Bursary. Read more
