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Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 4:54 pm

Members of the Jewish and Waverley communities gathered with dignitaries, faith leaders and special guests for a Shabbat dinner at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, in a powerful display of unity and resilience. Read more

Israeli military launches new massive operation against Hezbollah

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 4:28 pm

Israeli forces captured the strategic Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, home to a Crusader-era fortress, marking one of the deepest ground advances into Lebanese territory since fighting with Hezbollah escalated.
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Update: Limmud defends pluralism after Shalom and Adamama withdraw

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 5:18 pm

Adamama and Shalom have withdrawn from Limmud Oz Sydney 2026 following a disagreement over the participation of one of the speakers, but the festival will still proceed next weekend as planned.

Yad Vashem to open first Holocaust education center outside Israel in Munich

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 5:12 pm

Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Centre in Jerusalem, announced on Thursday that it will establish its first Holocaust Education Centre outside Israel in Munich, Germany, as part of its effort to expand Holocaust education and combat rising antisemitism and historical distortion in Europe. Read more

IDF: One-third of Hezbollah force eliminated, ‘we will not relent’

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 4:51 pm

IDF Spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin expounded on Israel’s goals for the northern front on Thursday, following a targeted strike carried out by the Israel Defence Forces in Beirut, the first such strike in more than three weeks. Read more

Israeli study points to potential reversal of cellular aging

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 3:39 pm

Israeli scientists have found evidence that some aspects of aging may be reversible, after a study that restored aged liver cells in mice to a more youthful state, Bar-Ilan University announced on Thursday. Read more

World Jewish Congress Israel’s president slams UN Secretary-General

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 3:15 pm

“The United Nations has lost any shred of legitimacy on the global stage. It has become nothing more than a subsidiary of the Muslim Brotherhood.” Read more

Gutteres and UN puts Israel on a black list

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 2:46 pm

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres is “disconnected from reality” after his office made the “political” decision to place Israel on a “list of shame” of parties suspected of committing sexual violence in conflict, according to Danny Danon, Israeli ambassador to the global body. Read more

Piecing our stories together

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:19 am

Grounded in Jewish values, Gesher by UIA (United Israel Appeal) is about building bridges – ‘Gesher’, between people, across communities, and to Israel, through shared experiences, open conversations, and a strong sense of belonging. Read more

Could staying single be the secret to happiness?

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:33 am

A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the University of Nicosia has found that people are emotionally better off being single than staying in an unhappy or mediocre relationship.

New AI tool helps rescue workers navigate collapsed buildings

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:54 pm

When Iranian missiles hit Israeli cities in March, rescue teams often arrived at the scene of destroyed buildings knowing nothing about the structural plans or the location of safe rooms. Read more

Five charged over alleged ISIS-inspired extremist material

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:18 pm

Five Victorian men have been charged after federal police allegedly uncovered ISIS-inspired propaganda and graphic terrorist material shared online.

Emanuel Synagogue marks leadership change at AGM

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:47 pm

Australia’s largest congregation, Emanuel Synagogue in Woollahra, has appointed Ian Rathmell as its new president.

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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.

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.

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.

Israel calls on FIFA to depoliticise football following Rajoub stage walk-off

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:52 pm

Israel is calling on FIFA to keep politics out of sports, the general secretary of the Israel Football Association told the Press Service of Israel, following a public confrontation with the Palestinian representative at last Thursday’s FIFA Congress in Vancouver. Read more

Features and Articles

The United Nations’ false equation

On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas employed sexual violence as a weapon in the orders issued by its then-leader, Yahya Sinwar. Read more

INTO THE FRAY: Trump, TRIPP, and conflict resolution

When Donald Trump began his second term, his foreign policy goals were presented as a framework designed to pursue peace and to defuse wars and violence across the globe. Read more

On SBS nationwide this evening at 7:30 – The Hunt for the Last Nazis

The Hunt for the Last Nazis sees award-winning writer, producer and director Dan Goldberg investigate the story behind the alleged Nazi war criminals who immigrated to Australia after World War II and managed to evade justice.  Read more

On the other hand

With Diaspora communities facing a tsunami of hate, there has been a noticeable increase in interest from individuals and families wanting to make Aliyah. Read more

War against Israel targets the British Museum

Fury has exploded among prominent British Jews and others over the decision by the British Museum in London to postpone a lecture that was scheduled to be given this week. Read more

When Jewish advocacy is treated as suspicion

There is an uncomfortable question sitting beneath the public discussion about antisemitism in Australia. Read more

Chumps

Listening to the rhetoric emanating from the White House, the media, and sundry foreign ministries, one cannot help but feel that something rotten is being cooked up. Read more

Myths

The word myth can be understood in many different ways. Read more

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STOP PRESS: Limmud will run LimmudOZ without Adamama

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:29 pm

STOP PRESS: Unfortunately Shalom Collective and Limmud Oz Sydney have been unable to agree on the final program for Adamama & Limmud Festival 2026. The joint event has been cancelled, and Limmud Oz is proceeding with a separate event.

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Adamama and LimmudOz will join forces over the June long weekend for a new Sydney festival bringing together Jewish learning, culture, politics, Israel, music, food, nature and family activities.

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

Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 4:50 pm

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

Emanuel alumni return to guide students through career paths

Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 3:29 pm

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

Celebrating Shavuot around Australia

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:01 pm

Students at Jewish schools across Australia have been celebrating Shavuot over the past few days. Here is a selection of photos from the festivities.

BJE’s Project Heritage inspires families through “The Happiest Man on Earth”

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:48 am

The Board of Jewish Education (BJE)’s Project Heritage brought together students and parents for a powerful cultural and educational experience at the theatrical production, “The Happiest Man on Earth” at the Sydney Opera House last Sunday afternoon.

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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.

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.

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.

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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