Australia

Fighting antisemitism is important, fostering Jewish leadership is crucial

Australia’s Jewish student union is wrapping up its annual leadership program, which encourages students to lead change in their communities and beyond.

Bringing the war home: Gaza threatens to reshape an Australian election

The opposition conservative coalition has ruled out a deal with pro-Palestine groups and instead leaned into support for the Jewish community.

By REUTERS
08/04/2025

Scientists discover new 15 million-year old fish with last meal fossilized inside its stomach

With the discovery of the species, scientists can now properly develop a timeline surrounding the arrival of the fish in Australia and its evolution since then.

Trump's tariffs on Israel a regression in trade ties, businesses and officials say

Officials said they were convinced that Israel's decision to cancel Israeli tariffs on US imports would prevent US tariffs on Israel.

By STEVEN SCHEER/ REUTERS , EVE YOUNG , AMICHAI STEIN
03/04/2025

Australian univerisity investigates rally speech: 'It's our duty' to make Jews 'uncomfortable'

The University of Technology Sydney confirmed that the university was investigating a speaker who instructed students to make Jews uncomfortable.

Australia arrests another man for role in organized antisemitic plot

“Jew dogs” and “Jews are the real terrorists" are among the phrases graffitied on Jewish schools and homes.

In UK and Australia, lawmakers are trying to curb protests outside of synagogues

The UK plans to restrict protests near religious sites, mirroring Australian law, as Home Secretary cites need to protect synagogues during pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

By GRACE GILSON/JTA
28/03/2025

Erin Molan: Speaking up for Israel part of fight to make better world for my daughter

Molan's stance against antisemitism is informed by her desire to fight for her values and create a better world for her daughter to live in.

Should 'next year in Jerusalem' be an imperative?

How did a distant conflict in the Middle East ignite such a firestorm of antisemitism in Australia?

By JANINE LOWY
23/03/2025

Almost 24 hours in the air: The world’s longest flight to take off next year

Australian airline Qantas will launch the world’s longest direct flight next year, featuring “anti-jet lag” measures such as lighting designed to help passengers adjust to sleep and wake cycles.

By WALLA! TOURISM
21/03/2025
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