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Wikipedia page for ‘2026 Iran War’ claims Islamic Republic won

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:34 pm

A footnote from the reference links to news articles that fail to confirm the claim and state that Iran wasn’t completely vanquished.

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Tel Aviv University ranked No. 1 in Israel in the prestigious World University Rankings for 2027

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:08 pm

Tel Aviv University has been ranked 208th globally as an institution and 29th worldwide in the Citations per Faculty indicator. Read more

Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the memorial service for his brother Yoni

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:53 pm

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has attended the memorial service for his brother Lt. Col. Yoni Netanyahu on the 50th anniversary of his death. Read more

Antisemitism is pushing more Western immigration, Israeli data shows

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:37 pm

Israel recorded a sharp drop in Jewish immigration last year while simultaneously seeing a significant surge in arrivals from Western countries. Read more

Community gathers to honour Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:16 pm

Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins’ 37-year influence on Sydney’s Emanuel Synagogue and the Australian Jewish community was reflected in a packed sanctuary on Sunday as more than 1,000 people gathered to farewell its much-loved senior rabbi.

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Health regulator adopts IHRA definition in healthcare antisemitism response

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:47 am

Australia’s health regulator, Ahpra, has adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism as a reference tool in its work, as part of a broader push to combat antisemitism, racism and discrimination in healthcare.

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Israel investigating second suspected case of Ebola virus

Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 7:31 pm

Israel’s Ministry of Health reported on Sunday a second suspected case of Ebola in a traveller who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Read more

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Peters during parliamentary hearing on Gaza

Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 7:14 pm

Foreign Minister Winston Peters was confronted by pro-Palestinian protesters during a hearing of Parliament’s Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee on Thursday, temporarily halting proceedings as security escorted demonstrators from the room. Read more

The U.S.-Iran agreement: Israeli public attitudes

Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 6:54 pm

A new survey reveals a starkly negative public verdict on Israel’s recent campaign against Iran and Hezbollah, with an overwhelming majority of Israelis viewing the outcome as a strategic failure rather than a victory. Read more

Meta faces scrutiny as Facebook algorithm amplifies Holocaust hate

Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 10:57 am

Meta is facing renewed scrutiny over its handling of online antisemitism just days before company representatives are due to appear before the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.

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Who will stand with Israel against a new Iran deal?

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:35 pm

Back in 2015, the GOP and most Americans opposed Obama’s appeasement of Tehran. Now, Democrats are against Israel on any issue, and Republicans will not defy Trump.

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Despite French government ban, Israeli firms a success at Paris Defence Exhibition

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:35 pm

Israeli defence industry firms’ booths at this year’s Eurosatory exhibition in Paris were visited by people from all over the world and were a “focal point of attraction” throughout the entire week of the exposition, said Israel’s Ministry of Defence in a statement. Read more

US-Iran talks canceled as Vance postpones Switzerland trip

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:23 pm

The Friday talks will not take place after Tehran suspended participation over developments in Lebanon.

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Ireland-Israel Nations League game moved to neutral site

Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 6:21 pm

Ireland’s UEFA Nations League home match against Israel on Oct. 4 will be played at a neutral venue and behind closed doors due to “operational challenges”, the Football Association of Ireland said on Friday. Read more

Maccabi Bridge bridges generations

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:22 pm

Last weekend, Maccabi Bridge held its inaugural 2026 National Championships in Sydney, bringing together more than 50 bridge players from across the community for a day of competition, strategy and social connection.

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Albanese says alleged antisemitic abuse at netball match is “beyond belief”

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:42 pm

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned the alleged antisemitic abuse directed at Jewish children during a Sydney netball match, describing the incident as “beyond belief” and warning that hateful language is increasingly being normalised through social media.

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Police charge woman over alleged antisemitic abuse at children’s netball match

Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 9:45 am

A 42-year-old woman has been charged and provisionally suspended from all netball activities after allegedly directing antisemitic abuse at Jewish children during an under-12s match at Heffron Park in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.

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Features and Articles

Conversations with my Rabbi

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Book review by Dr Anne Sarzin Read more

Feintooner

This week’s cartoon: AdVANCEing Antisemitism Read more

On the other hand

What do you do with all the food which is left over from weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvot, Britot and other such celebrations? Read more

Jewish Archaeology

We live in a world of lies and misrepresentations. Nowhere is this more obvious than in regard to the long history of the Jews. Read more

Trump’s surrender

Does Donald Trump actually understand what he’s done?

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World Cup Winner

Although the Mondial FIFA World Cup competition has only just started, Iran has already emerged as the undisputed winner. Read more

Podcast: L’Chaim to Life

Mythbuster – ABC Misinformation Report Read more

Shabbat Korach

Korach leads a rebellion against Moshe in this week’s Torah reading. Read more

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Lecture: Is free will an illusion?

Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 5:43 pm

That question will sit at the heart of a major public lecture by internationally renowned Jewish philosopher Associate Professor Samuel Lebens when he visits Australia in July.

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Protecting critical infrastructure: Israeli expertise in focus at security forum

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:24 am

Australia’s power grids, transport networks, ports and data centres are now frontline targets in a new era of cyber conflict.

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CBDChabad expands Lunch & Learn program to Barangaroo

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:05 pm

CBDChabad Sydney has expanded its weekly Lunch & Learn network across the Sydney CBD, following a successful trial session at Tower 2, Westpac HQ, Barangaroo.

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Jewish stories and talent showcased at South African Film Festival

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:28 pm

Three films with strong Jewish connections will feature in this year’s South African Film Festival, including the feature directorial debut of acclaimed actress Embeth Davidtz and a new short film from the creators of the award-winning Holocaust documentary I Am Here.

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Havdalah dinner brings Sydney communities together

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:34 am

Last Saturday, 13 June, nearly 200 people from Sydney’s Jewish and broader communities gathered for a Havdalah dinner aimed at strengthening connection, dialogue and social cohesion.

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Young Jewish leaders chart a path forward after October 7 and Bondi

Young Jewish leaders from more than 30 organisations recently gathered in Sydney for a unique national summit.

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Emanuel alumni return to guide students through career paths

Emanuel School, Randwick, has brought 40 alumni back to campus to help senior students think more clearly about life after school.

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JNF’s My Israel Passport returns to classrooms across Australia

Jewish National Fund Australia has relaunched its “My Israel Passport” educational initiative, inviting primary school students across the country to reconnect with Israel through a sticker-collecting program marking the country’s 78th Independence Day.

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Moriah Scholars in Entrepreneurship Program ignites innovation and visit to Israel

The Moriah Scholars in Entrepreneurship Program is uniquely designed to inspire entrepreneurship and innovation among our Year 11 students. Read more

Moriah College students excel in HSC 

Moriah College’s Class of 2024 has delivered exceptional results in the Higher School Certificate (HSC), underscoring the school’s academic rigour and commitment to holistic student development. Read more

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