Australian government invites Herzog to visit
December 23, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called Israel’s President Isaac Herzog, telling him that his government has recommended the Governor General that Australia should officially invite him to visit. Read more
Steps toward normality as Bondi shooter locked up
Life is slowly returning to normal for locals following the dismantling of tributes for the 15 innocent people slain in the Bondi Beach terror attack. Read more
State pledges to rein in guns, protests amid resistance
NSW is pushing ahead with tough new laws prompted by the Bondi Beach massacre to restrict rallies following terrorism events amid vows of defiance from pro-Palestinian protesters. Read more
‘Justice’: pressure ramped up for antisemitism probe
The coalition is ramping up pressure for a royal commission into anti-Semitism and its contribution to the Bondi massacre. Read more
Anti-immigration rallies ‘sow division’ after massacre
Police warnings could not stop a couple of hundred anti-immigration and anti-government protesters, including recent One Nation convert Barnaby Joyce. Read more
Premier denies ‘overreach’ as states mull Bondi changes
States are mulling NSW’s crackdown on hateful symbols and slogans as anti-immigration rallies draw criticism on Australia’s national day of reflection. Read more
Fake hero and AI lies: misinformation rife after Bondi
As the country grapples with the aftermath of the deadly Bondi terrorist attack, online misinformation is exploiting the suffering of a community. Read more
Antisemitism probe sets up campus free speech battle
Jewish groups have welcomed the establishment of an antisemitism education task force to root out the source of anti-Jewish hate, but want stronger action on university culture. Read more
Neo-Nazi found guilty on appeal of performing salute
A far-right extremist did perform a Nazi salute outside court, a judge has ruled following an appeal hearing. Read more
NSW government to restrict public assemblies after terror attack
December 19, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The New South Wales Government is set to impose restrictions on public assemblies in designated areas following a recent terrorist attack aimed at safeguarding the community, reducing intimidation, and allowing police to concentrate on public safety. Read more
PM rules out pre-Christmas recall after Bondi attacks
Federal parliament won’t be recalled for an emergency session before Christmas to legislate measures to limit anti-Semitism and hate speech after the Bondi massacre.
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Hate preachers on notice as Bondi victims mourned
The youngest and oldest victims of the Bondi Beach terror attacks have been laid to rest as the government moves ahead with cracking down on extremist clerics. Read more
Plan to expel preachers spewing hate after Bondi attack
People found to be spouting racial hatred could have their visas cancelled as the government seeks to stamp out extremism after the deadly Bondi attack.
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Push for migration, hate speech shift after massacre
The government is under pressure to bolster hate speech laws after pledging to strengthen migration rules to ensure people with antisemitic views can’t settle in the country following the Bondi massacre. Read more
Bondi terror accused Naveed Akram faces 59 charges
Accused terrorist Naveed Akram has been charged with murder among 59 offences over the deadly Bondi Beach attack.
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PM ‘ready for the fight’ on antisemitism and gun laws
As governments contemplate landmark reforms to the nation’s gun laws in the wake of the Bondi stabbing, Jewish groups say cultural change is also needed. Read more
Coalition launches antisemitism and counter-terror taskforce
December 17, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The Coalition has established a dedicated Taskforce on Antisemitism, Extremism and Counter-Terrorism, citing an escalating threat to public safety and Australia’s Jewish community. Read more
Australian values’: massacre fuels immigration debate
Australia’s immigration policy is back on the agenda after two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish celebration taking place at Sydney’s most iconic beach. Read more
Father and son behind Bondi terror attack
December 15, 2025 by AAP J-Wire
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Two men who killed 15 people, including a child, and injured dozens more in a terrorist attack at one of the world’s most famous beaches were father and son.
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This Chanukah, help J-Wire keep the light burning
December 12, 2025 by J-Wire News Service
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A Hakoah director for 24 years
December 11, 2025 by Henry Benjamin
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He was 21, still studying law and not a soccer fan, but Frank Lowy wanted George Farkas to join the Hakoah board ahead of the new club’s opening on Hall St in 1975. Read more
UIA Australia leadership transition as Esther Frenkiel concludes four-year term
December 9, 2025 by J-Wire News Service
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United Israel Appeal Australia has praised Esther Frenkiel as she concluded her four-year term as Federal President, and welcomed Andrew Boyarsky as her successor. Read more
Fresh charges for bikie over Iran-linked arson attacks
A bikie mastermind and his two alleged accomplices face further criminal charges after a kosher deli was firebombed in an attack suspected to be linked with Iran. Read more
From Australia’s Jewish past
December 2, 2025 by Ruth Lilian
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Sydney David Einfeld AO – Politician and Community Leader Read more
Why is US justice for its victims of terror still thwarted?
November 27, 2025 by Arnold Roth
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This week, my family should be joyously marking a child’s birthday. Malki—vibrant, sweet-natured, empathetic, musically talented, everyone’s friend and lovingly devoted to caring for her youngest, very disabled sister—was our first daughter. She would now be 40. Read more
From Australia’s Jewish past
November 25, 2025 by Ruth Lilian
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Eva Isaacs – psychologist and educationalist Read more
Two years of impact marking a lifelong commitment
November 25, 2025 by J-Wire News Service
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UIA communities in both Victoria and New South Wales gathered for their AGMs and Report Back events, marking a clear post-ceasefire shift from emergency response to the long-term rebuilding of Israel both physically and emotionally. Read more
From Australia’s Jewish past
November 18, 2025 by Ruth Lilian
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Georges Mora – entrepreneur, art dealer, patron, connoisseur, and restaurateur Read more
‘Go home’: neo-Nazi’s visa torn up after shock protest
One of the 60 demonstrators who took part in a fascist protest touting Hitler slogans outside a state parliament has had his visa cancelled. Read more
From Australia’s Jewish past
November 11, 2025 by Ruth Lilian
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Miriam Doris Hampson OAM – theatre administrator extraordinaire and political activist Read more







