‘Her heart could not withstand the suffering’: released hostage dies
December 25, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Kibbutz Nir Oz resident Hana Katzir a 77-year-old hostage released from captivity during a temporary ceasefire died, on Tuesday morning. Read more
Israel’s defence minister vows to target Houthi leaders
December 25, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vowed to target Houthi leaders with targeted assassinations. Read more
Netanyahu to Lapid: ‘Are you declaring war on your brothers?’
December 24, 2024 by Akiva van Koningsveld
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blasted opposition leader Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid) during a Knesset debate on Monday over the latter’s call for a “war” to unseat the government. Read more
Anti-Israel post leads to legal showdown
Jewish commodities trader Ronnie Sternberg has accused pro-Palestine activists of using AVOs to stifle open discussion. Read more
Peter Dutton: Am Yisrael Chai
December 24, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
Opposition leader Peter Dutton sends a Chanukah message to the Australian Jewish community. Read more
Iraqi militias give up ‘resistance’ against Israel, Lebanon moves against Palestinian terror bases
December 24, 2024 by Baruch Yedid - TPS
The Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar reports that Iran-backed Shi’ite militias in Iraq are ceasing hostile activities against Israel. Read more
Erin Molan meets President Herzog
December 24, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
President Isaac and First Lady Michal Herzog have met with Australian journalist Erin Molan. Read more
Hope for cancer patients: Israeli-European team unveils innovative dual-drug nanoparticle therapy
December 24, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israeli and European researchers have unveiled a new approach to treating cancerous tumours by using biodegradable nanoparticles to simultaneously deliver two drugs to amplify their effects. Read more
Friday night with the Murdochs
December 24, 2024 by Henry Benjamin
A packed Central Synagogue in Sydney where Rabbi Levi Wolff publicly thanked media giant Rupert Murdoch for his support for Israel and the Jewish community. Read more
Netanyahu had no plans to attend Auschwitz liberation memorial
December 23, 2024 by Etgar Lefkovitz - JNS
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu never planned to attend next month’s 80th year anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp in Poland, the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem said on Sunday. Read more
Moriah College students excel in HSC
December 23, 2024 by Rob Klein
Moriah College’s Class of 2024 has delivered exceptional results in the Higher School Certificate (HSC), underscoring the school’s academic rigour and commitment to holistic student development. Read more
Rare historical photos of Chanukah celebrations in Israel
December 23, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
As part of its ongoing commitment to preserving history, the JNF archive offers these striking black-and-white images, providing a unique glimpse into the holiday traditions of Jewish communities throughout the Land of Israel in the mid-20th century. Read more
Haifa airport takes off again after months-long war closure
December 23, 2024 by Pesach Benson
After months of being closed by war, Haifa International Airport resumed domestic and international flights on Sunday. Read more
Sweden ends UNRWA funding amid controversy over Hamas ties and October 7 atrocities
December 22, 2024 by Sveta Listratov
Sweden has officially ceased its financial support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), Aid Minister Benjamin Dousa announced during an interview with TV4 on Friday. Read more
Police probe anti-Semitic banner on steps of Victorian parliament
December 22, 2024 by AAP
Police are working to identify a group of alleged neo-Nazis who displayed an offensive banner outside a state parliament. Read more
Security upgrades made easy for places of worship
December 22, 2024 by AAP
Places of public worship in NSW will be able to upgrade their security without the need for lengthy planning approvals to offer worshippers better protections. Read more
Pope labels Gaza airstrikes ‘cruelty – not war’
December 22, 2024 by Reuters
In an address to Catholic cardinals, Pope Francis has condemned Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, saying children are being bombed, labelling it ‘cruelty – not war’. Read more
Israel investigating how Houthi missile evaded air defences
December 22, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israeli security authorities are investigating how a Houthi missile fired from Yemen hit Jaffa in the early hours of Saturday morning, lightly injuring 23 people. Read more
The light of hope: faith leaders unite against antisemitism
December 20, 2024 by Rob Klein
Faith leaders from across the Berowra electorate in Sydney’s North united last night at Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral in Waitara for a historic display of interfaith solidarity against antisemitism under the theme “Unity, Hope, and Light.” Read more
A Chanukah message from Chris Minns
December 20, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
NSW Premier Chris Minns has recorded a video message for Chanukah.
Israel reveals new details of strategic strikes on Houthis
December 20, 2024 by Pesach Benson
The Israel Defence Forces disclosed new details on Thursday morning about overnight airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. Read more
Man charged for threatening X post
December 19, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A man has been charged with threatening violence based on religion after he allegedly posted an offensive comment online. Read more
UN hears plea from hostage’s brother as families warn partial release empowers Hamas
December 19, 2024 by Anna Epshtein
A relative of one of the Israeli hostages briefed the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday, the first time a family member has addressed the council. But relatives of the captives warned that a partial release would play into the hands of Hamas. Read more
Oldest known Ten Commandments stone tablet sells at auction
December 19, 2024 by Associated Press
The oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments has been sold at auction by Sotheby’s in New York. Read more
Racism rife at universities as many fear speaking out
December 19, 2024 by AAP
Islamophobia and anti-Semitism, racism against foreign students and Indigenous people feeling diminished are under the Human Rights Commission’s spotlight. Read more
Israeli jets strike Houthi targets ‘deep inside Yemen’
December 19, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israeli Air Force jets struck numerous Houthi terror targets in Yemen, both on the country’s coast and in the interior, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday morning. Read more
Netanyahu denies media manipulation as testimony resumes
December 19, 2024 by Sveta Listratov
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s testimony in his corruption trial continued at Tel Aviv District Court on Wednesday, as he denied allegations that he manipulated coverage on a popular Israeli news website. Read more
Alleged Woollahra vandaliser refused bail
December 19, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A Sydney court has been told Mohammed Farhat was looking for the location of a nearby hospital before he allegedly went on a vandalising spree in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra. Read more
JNF Blue Box needs emptying?…call Paul
December 18, 2024 by Henry Benjamin
“I’ll travel anywhere to collect for JNF”, says Sydneysider Paul Lowinger. Read more
Israelis react to possible hostage deal, Gaza ceasefire
December 18, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israelis gripped by rumours of an imminent hostage agreement and ceasefire reacted to the uncertainty with a mix of views on Tuesday. Read more







