Court upholds right-wing commentator’s visa rejection
The High Court has sided with the home affairs minister in denying US commentator Candace Owens a visa over fears she would incite discord in the community. Read more
Israeli MP who branded Gaza kids ‘enemies’ denied visa
Far-right Israeli politician Simcha Rothman has been denied entry into Australia, with the home affairs minister citing the government’s hard line against hate. Read more
Segal’s antisemitism report urges bold reforms across education, media and migration
In response to a 300% surge in antisemitic incidents across Australia, a landmark action report was today launched with the support of the government, aimed at combating anti-Jewish hatred.
Online hate group listed as a terrorist organisation
The federal government has taken action against the online hate group Terrorgram, which it says has threatened Australian lives in the past. Read more
Please explain, Minister
December 13, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
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Following reports of delays in the issuing or denial of visas to Israelis wanting to visit Australia, the Zionist Federation of Australia is seeking clarification from the Minister for Home Affairs. Read more
New Zealand overturns ban on US conservative firebrand
A New Zealand immigration official has overturned a ban on the US conservative political commentator Candace Owens entering the country, citing “the importance of free speech,” a spokesperson says. Read more
Ex-Israeli minister denied a visa ‘to stop hatred’
Immigration minister Tony Burke has defended knocking back a visa to enter Australia for an ex-Israeli justice minister, saying his reasoning was simple. Read more
18C: still no answer…writes Tony Burke
March 3, 2017 by Tony Burke
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Parents started to keep their children inside the house, and would personally escort them to school. Adults would avoid leaving the home alone unless they absolutely had to. A woman who used to ride to her evening classes stopped going altogether, because she couldn’t face the insults hurled at her as she cycled. Read more
Rosh Hashanah message from Bill Shorten and Tony Burke
September 30, 2016 by J-Wire Staff
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Bill Shorten, Leader of the Opposition & Tony Burke, Shadow Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Australia for Rosh Hashanah have sent a Rosh Hashanah message to the Jewish community. Read more
