US officials predict quick end to Iran war
March 16, 2026 by Reuters
With the war entering its third week, US officials are predicting a quick end to the conflict, but Iran says it’s ready to defend itself “for as long as it takes”. Read more
Swans admits ‘error of judgment’ on Bondi tribute
March 16, 2026 by AAP
The Sydney Swans have apologised over an AFL pre-game tribute to the Bondi terror attack victims that failed to mention the Jewish community. Read more
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.
Explosion damages Jewish school in the Netherlands
March 15, 2026 by Reuters
Amsterdam’s mayor has condemned a “cowardly” attack on a Jewish school, which came a day after arsonists targeted a synagogue in another Dutch city. Read more
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.
Outrage after DJ leads antizionist chants at Sydney Biennale
Sydney’s Biennale of Sydney has come under renewed criticism after an American DJ used a festival performance to accuse Israel of genocide and lead chants supporting Palestinian “resistance” during the taxpayer-funded event.
Queensland man charged over alleged antisemitic threats against Jewish community
March 15, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A 56-year-old Queensland man has been charged after allegedly posting antisemitic threats against the Jewish community on the messaging platform Telegram.
Israeli Reform Movement head steps in for UIA Progressive Appeal
March 15, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Lesley Sachs, chairperson of the Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism (IMPJ), will address this year’s UIA Progressive Appeal events in Australia after the war with Iran prevented the originally scheduled guest speaker from travelling.
Sydney Writers’ Festival faces criticism over antizionist bias in programming
The Sydney Writers’ Festival is drawing sharp criticism for what Jewish community leaders describe as a heavily one-sided approach to the Israel-Hamas conflict in its 2026 program. Critics argue the festival has prioritised anti-Israel perspectives in Gaza-focused sessions while sidelining Israeli voices and any reference to the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attacks that killed about 1200 people and saw 251 hostages taken.
Mojtaba Khamenei vows to avenge father’s killing
March 13, 2026 by JNS
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday published his first written statement since assuming office on March 8, vowing to avenge “the blood of the martyrs,” including his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Read more
The Roosters remember Bondi
March 13, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
The Sydney Roosters will pay tribute to the victims and those impacted by the Bondi Beach tragedy ahead of their first home game of the 2026 NRL season against the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Allianz Stadium tonight. Read more
Australia orders staff to leave Israel and UAE
March 13, 2026 by AAP
The federal government has told non-essential officials to get out of Israel and the UAE “due to the deteriorating security situation” in the Middle East. Read more
CEO refutes claims about Montefiore St Ives development
March 13, 2026 by Rob Klein
Further to yesterday’s article, opponents of a proposed Montefiore retirement living development in St Ives are largely acting on misinformation about the project, according to the organisation’s CEO Robert Orie.
Gunman shot dead after crashing truck into US synagogue
March 13, 2026 by Agencies
An armed man has rammed his vehicle into a synagogue in Michigan in what federal investigators said was a targeted act of violence against the Jewish community. Read more
Families shocked as ex-spy chief quits Bondi inquiry
March 13, 2026 by AAP
Families of people murdered in the Bondi massacre fear the royal commission into antisemitism will become a farce following the sudden resignation of a former ASIO boss from the inquiry.
Nova Peris takes ambassador role as Shalom Gamarada expands to Sydney University
March 13, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
Olympic gold medallist, former senator and long-time advocate for Aboriginal communities Nova Peris has been appointed ambassador of the Indigenous education charity Shalom Gamarada, the organisation announced today.
Wiz joins Google
March 12, 2026 by JNS
Google completed its US$32 billion acquisition of cybersecurity firm Wiz on Wednesday, representing the largest exit in Israel’s tech history and the biggest acquisition yet by Google. Read more
Dennis Richardson resigns as Special Adviser to Royal Commission into Antisemitism
March 12, 2026 by Rob Klein
Former ASIO director-general Dennis Richardson has abruptly resigned from his role as Special Adviser to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.
Residents campaign against Montefiore retirement complex planned for St Ives
March 12, 2026 by Rob Klein
A community campaign has emerged in Sydney’s St Ives against plans by Jewish aged care provider Montefiore to build a large retirement living complex behind Masada College. Read more
NSW man charged over alleged Nazi symbol and online threats
March 12, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
A man from Armidale in NSW has been charged by the Australian Federal Police over the alleged display of a Nazi symbol and a series of threatening posts made online.
Debate continues over contentious terror law tweaks
March 11, 2026 by AAP
The national security watchdog is contending with competing evidence about whether tweaks to terrorism laws could have a positive or negative effect. Read more
Sydney man jailed for five years over foreign-directed antisemitic attacks
March 11, 2026 by J-Wire Staff
A 32-year-old Sydney man has today received a maximum five-year prison sentence for masterminding a series of arson attacks and antisemitic vandalism incidents across the city in January 2025.
IINZ calls on government to condemn UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese’s antisemitic rhetoric and bias
March 11, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
The Israel Institute of New Zealand (IINZ) urges the New Zealand Government to join like-minded countries in condemning the ongoing antisemitic statements and anti-Israel bias demonstrated by Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967. Read more
Sanctuary of Sydney’s Great Synagogue rededicated after 148 years
March 11, 2026 by Rob Klein
Sydney’s Great Synagogue has rededicated its sanctuary in a ceremony led by the Chief Rabbi of the Commonwealth, Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis, marking the completion of a major restoration of one of Australia’s most significant Jewish heritage buildings.
Sydney Biennale criticised for one-sided anti-Israel focus
The 2026 Biennale of Sydney, which will open this Saturday, is facing criticism following claims in many artworks, exhibition texts, and related statements that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. This has raised questions about political bias in one of Australia’s major publicly funded arts festivals.
KKL-JNF board approves millions in emergency aid
March 11, 2026 by Tal Kamir
Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael–Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) has approved special emergency assistance for local authorities that were affected during Operation “Roaring Lion.” Read more
Matilda’s parents wed in quiet Sydney ceremony
March 11, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The parents of the youngest person killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack have married in a small, private ceremony in Sydney, carving out a moment of joy after months of profound grief.
Bondi terror attack impersonator’s hateful tirade
March 11, 2026 by AAP
A man’s racist rant while mimicking the actions of the gunmen behind the deadly Bondi terror attack can be put down to drunken stupidity, his lawyer says. Read more
Israel sets up new rocket-protected hospital for vulnerable patients
March 10, 2026 by JNS
Clalit Health Services has opened a new rocket-protected hospital designed to safeguard some of the nation’s most vulnerable patients as Iran continues to fire ballistic missiles at the Jewish state, the healthcare provider said on Sunday. Read more
