Israeli president trip defended ahead of Canberra visit
Security has been tightened in the nation’s capital ahead of Isaac Herzog’s visit to Canberra on the third day of his contentious Australian trip. Read more
Legal fight ahead of contentious Israeli president trip
Protesters are headed to court after police were granted extra power to try and stifle demonstrations against the Israeli president’s visit to Australia. Read more
NSW announces $1m mental health and resilience package after Bondi terror attack
The NSW government has announced a further $1 million in funding for Jewish community mental health and resilience programs following the deadly antisemitic terrorist attack on a Chanukah celebration in Bondi Beach on 14 December, 2025.
Protesters set to defy ban as Herzog visit declared major event
Protesters planning to march against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog have still not reached an agreement with NSW Police, risking mass arrests.
Protest curb to stop ‘riot’ over Israel president visit
Extraordinary protest bans are slated to be prolonged as Israeli president Isaac Herzog visits Australia following the Bondi terror attack. Read more
Sydney Opera House memorial reclaims a national symbol after Bondi attack
Flags above the Sydney Harbour Bridge flew at half-mast last night as families of the victims, Jewish leaders and political figures gathered at the Sydney Opera House for a national memorial service marking the deaths of 15 people in the Bondi Beach antisemitic terror attack. Read more
‘Light will win’ on national day of mourning
January 22, 2026 by AAP J-Wire
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NSW Premier Chris Minns has used the national day of mourning to thank the Jewish community for bringing the country together while still raw with grief from the Bondi terror attack.
ECAJ considers contempt action over extremist Islamic preacher’s video
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) is exploring contempt of court proceedings against Islamic preacher Wisam Haddad. This follows allegations that he violated a federal injunction regarding antisemitic statements in a recent online video.
Government names leaders to oversee recovery from Bondi terror attack
One month after the antisemitic terror attack at Bondi Beach, the NSW Government has appointed two senior figures to oversee the long-term recovery of the affected community.
‘Hate in hearts’: illegal prayer halls hit after Bondi
Extremist preachers using unlicensed premises to radicalise followers could be on the hook for more than $100,000 as local councils are enlisted to combat hate. Read more
Former ALP dignitaries join the call for a Royal Commission
January 5, 2026 by J-Wire News Service
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A group of former federal and state parliamentary ALP dignitaries has called on the Albanese government to establish a Commonwealth Royal Commission into Antisemitism and the events that led to and enabled the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach on December 14. Read more
Minns won’t lobby PM for national royal commission
The NSW premier will stay in his lane as calls continue to mount on the prime minister for a national royal commission into the Bondi terror attack. Read more
‘Bring us together’: PM holds firm on terrorist review
The federal government is remaining steadfast in its commitment to a mass shooting probe as Jewish communities continue to demand a full royal commission. Read more
Bondi Community Support Hub opens to assist those affected by beach attack
The NSW Government has opened a Bondi Community Support Hub to provide practical assistance, wellbeing services and information for people affected by the Bondi Beach attack.
NSW considers ADF deployment and arming of CSG to protect Jewish institutions
In the wake of the attack on the Jewish community at Bondi Beach on Chanukah, NSW Premier Chris Minns has confirmed the government is actively considering further security arrangements for Jewish institutions, including discussions about deploying the Australian Defence Force.
Minns vows to keep racist preacher’s prayer hall shut
The NSW Premier said he will do all he can to keep a racist preacher’s prayer hall closed in a bid to confront division in the wake of the Bondi Beach massacre. 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
Courageous couple who defied Bondi gunmen are ‘martyrs’
The first victims of the Bondi shooting have been remembered for their courage and fighting to be Jewish after confronting the gunmen before the shooting began. 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
Photo gallery: Pre-Chanukah celebration at NSW Parliament House
November 28, 2025 by J-Wire photo story
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NSW Premier Chris Minns and newly elected Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane used this year’s pre-Chanukah celebration at Parliament House to deliver firm messages of solidarity with the Jewish community. Read more
NSW Parliament passes new laws to protect places of worship
The NSW Parliament has passed legislation ensuring people can attend their places of worship without being blocked, harassed or intimidated, with police retaining powers to move on protesters who interfere with access.
Photo gallery: Pre-Chanukah celebration at NSW Parliament House
November 28, 2025 by J-Wire photo story
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NSW Premier Chris Minns and newly elected Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane used this year’s pre-Chanukah celebration at Parliament House to deliver firm messages of solidarity with the Jewish community. Read more
Light overcomes darkness: NSW leaders deliver united message at Chanukah event
The Jewish community has “reclaimed this house for the people of New South Wales.” Read more
Neo-Nazi rally attendees exposed in everyday jobs
A clearer picture is emerging of the men who took part in last Saturday’s antisemitic, neo-Nazi rally outside NSW Parliament House, with investigations linking several attendees to everyday jobs in transport, engineering, fitness, education and government services.
Supporters of neo-Nazi party to be ‘exposed as racists’
Neo-Nazis are attempting to legitimise their ideology by forming a political party in the aftermath of a high-profile protest. Read more
Neo-Nazis chant antisemitic slogans outside NSW Parliament
Almost 70 neo-Nazis from the National Socialist Network (NSN) rallied outside New South Wales Parliament House on Saturday targeting Jewish groups with hate speech. Read more
Minns praises Jewish Museum redevelopment after “summer of rolling hatred”
NSW Premier Chris Minns today toured and praised the Sydney Jewish Museum’s redevelopment, meeting with Holocaust survivors and students amid mounting concerns over antisemitism across New South Wales.
Police seek to block Palestine march on Harbour Bridge
Police will seek a court order making it unlawful for activists to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza. Read more
