Celebrating Rabbi Pinchus Feldman’s 80th birthday

November 12, 2024 by  

A special gathering of some of Sydney’s Jewish community was held on Thursday November 7 to honour Rabbi Pinchus Feldman, the head Shliach (emissary) to Sydney and New South Wales, as he celebrated his 80th birthday at Chabad Double Bay. Read more

Melbourne Jewish community unites to walk against violence

November 12, 2024 by  

Later this month, more than a dozen community organisations will join together at Caulfield Park to send a clear message that our Jewish community stands united against violence against women. Read more

Israelis united on climate crisis, survey reveals ahead of COP29

November 12, 2024 by  

Concern for climate change crosses political lines, as 77% of Israelis said they were “deeply concerned” about the problem, according to a survey released on Sunday. Read more

Back to Our Roots: Sydney’s Jewish festival celebrates arts, culture and sustainability

November 11, 2024 by  

The inaugural Jewish Roots Festival, set to take place this weekend in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, promises a refreshing and inclusive celebration of Jewish culture and sustainability. Read more

Trust and betrayal: the story of a little Dutch girl hiding from the Nazis

November 8, 2024 by  

A little Jewish Dutch girl, Liesbeth Prins, known as Liesje, was hidden during World War II by two brave families in the Netherlands. Read more

“When the violin falls silent  music in hiding”

November 8, 2024 by  

The annual New Zealand Kristallnacht concert commemorates “The Night of Broken Glass,” the horrific pogrom of November 9-10 1938, across Germany, Austria, and the Sudetenland.

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Blood sugar levels play a key role in brain aging: can diet slow cognitive decline?

November 5, 2024 by  

The body’s blood sugar level is known to be linked to brain atrophy, and now findings from a team of international researchers suggest that dieting can slow the brain’s aging process. Read more

Scientists uncover malaria parasite’s crystal secrets, paving way for new treatments

November 4, 2024 by  

An international team of scientists has provided an unprecedented look into the unique crystals formed by the malaria parasite, opening doors to potentially more effective treatments against a disease that continues to claim over half a million lives annually. Read more

Simon Tedeschi does jazz

October 23, 2024 by  

One of Australia’s best-loved international pianists, Simon Tedeschi, returns to Sydney’s spectacular and historic Great Synagogue with a program of sublime jazz standards. Read more

Moira hones actors’ skills

October 9, 2024 by  

Sydney’s B’nai B’rith Players have fine-tuned their acting skills under the tutorage of well-respected producer/director Moira Blumenthal. Read more

New Head of Senior School at Masada

September 27, 2024 by  

Lucy Benjamin has been appointed as Sydney’s Masada College’s new Head of Senior School.  Read more

Haifa Day Dinner in Melbourne

September 24, 2024 by  

Over 150 leaders and volunteers from the Indian and Jewish communities joined together for dinner on Monday night to commemorate Haifa Day. Read more

A heartbreaking story: love and loss during the Holocaust in Greece

September 11, 2024 by  

Sydney luminary Vic Alhadeff is the playwright behind “Torn Apart by War”, inspired by true events and the subject of a play-reading at Sydney’s Emanuel Synagogue this weekend. Read more

Benjamin Zipser appointed judge

September 2, 2024 by  

Benjamin Zipser has been appointed as a Judge to the Parramatta Registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2). Read more

A strong Jewish presence in Waverley

September 1, 2024 by  

Sydney’s Waverley Historical Society has launched an exhibition of ‘Celebrations in 19th and 29th century Waverley’ with a focus on the churches and synagogues in the area. Read more

Portrait of Rabbi Lewin unveiled

August 29, 2024 by  

A special celebration marked Rabbi Paul Lewin’s two decades of leadership and dedication at Sydney’s North Shore Synagogue (NSS) on Sunday. Read more

SHIR Australian Jewish Music Festival to host “Songs of Hope” concert in Sydney

August 28, 2024 by  

Songs of Hope, a concert organized by the SHIR Australian Jewish Music Festival,  will be focused on Sydney’s Jewish community. Read more

The Yellow Piano – You Are Not Alone

August 22, 2024 by  

In Sydney tomorrow – Friday 23 August from 10:00am – 5:00pm StandWithUs and Together with Israel  bring the The Yellow Piano and its message of “You Are Not Alone” to our community, inviting the public to engage with the piano. Read more

Israel-Palestine: NIF Explores Solutions

August 19, 2024 by  

On Tuesday, 27 August at 7:30 pm, the New Israel Fund Australia will host an online event titled “One State, Two States or a Land for All?” Read more

Emanuel School Announces New Principal

August 14, 2024 by  

Sydney’s Emanuel School has announced that Linda Emms will assume the role of Principal beginning in January 2025. Read more

Students speak up against school antisemitism

August 11, 2024 by  

A seminar has been organised in Sydney to offer a rare opportunity for high school students to speak directly to our politicians about their experiences and concerns regarding antisemitism in schools. Read more

Sydney rabbis gather in Parramatta

August 9, 2024 by  

Rabbinical leaders from across Sydney gathered at Parramatta Synagogue for the Rabbinical Council of New South Wales (RCNSW) ‘s second annual retreat. Read more

Eleanor Reissa in conversation: Discovering a Holocaust legacy

August 8, 2024 by  

Eleanor Reissa is coming to Sydney. She may not be a household name yet, but she will be for those lucky enough to see her in conversation with literary critic and seasoned interviewer Scott Whitmont. Read more

“Possibly the most beautiful Haggadah of all times”

August 7, 2024 by  

The National Library of Israel has received the original version of a modern masterpiece of Hebrew manuscript illumination. Read more

Unpacked for educators strengthens Jewish education in Australia

August 4, 2024 by  

Two representatives from Unpacked for Educators, a pioneering educational platform based in Israel, recently conducted a two week visit to Australia aimed at enriching Jewish and Israel education. Read more

In Meiner Tasche

August 4, 2024 by  

The German Embassy in Australia has extended its support of the In My Pocket Project an inspiring program designed to encourage children to stand up for what’s right and embrace the beauty of diversity.

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Second Temple era quarry discovered in Jerusalem hi-tech park

August 1, 2024 by  

One of the largest quarries ever found in Jerusalem was discovered in a hi-tech park, providing a glimpse into the city’s Second Temple period, the Israeli Antiquities Authority said on Thursday. Read more

New Head of High School at Moriah

July 23, 2024 by  

Ryan Gill has been appointed as Moriah College’s Head of High School. Read more

The Great’s Bat Mitzvah program spreads its wings

July 17, 2024 by  

The Great Synagogue is offering its  Embracing Bat Mitzvah: Sisterhood and Tradition program to non-members and women across the wider Sydney Jewish community. Read more

The Great Synagogue’s WOW ‘Women of Worth’ is back

July 16, 2024 by  

The day-long event at Sydney’s The Great Synagogue promises inspiring speakers, a variety of interactive discussions, and fun activities. Read more

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