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Hillel Fuld on Australia visa ban: 'I’m worried a democracy can bar someone for calling out Hamas'

After getting his visa revoked by Australia for pro-Israel social media activity, tech commentator and Ynetnews contributor says, 'I speak out against terrorism and antisemitism. If that’s controversial, then we have a much bigger problem'

Sharon Kidon | 06.12.25

Australian students turn back on Jewish peer during antisemitism talk

Jewish University of Sydney student Kovi Rose faces organized protests during a speech addressing rising antisemitism on campus; school distances itself from anti-Israel groups

Itamar Eichner | 05.20.25

Police uncover new leads in 2024 Melbourne synagogue arson investigation

Australian authorities release footage of three men setting fire to Adass Israel synagogue using a stolen Volkswagen Golf, which they say is linked to other crimes

Itamar Eichner | 05.15.25

The author, Maayan Hoffman, with MP David Southwick

Jewish MP: Australia’s government has abandoned us

Jewish Member of Parliament David Southwick: 'Our government, both at the federal and state levels, has not called out hate, hasn’t stood up when it counted, and they've succumbed to far-left extremists and Muslim extremists together'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 05.10.25

‘We stand with Israel’: Australian lawmakers urge global action in powerful message

After a landslide reelection of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Australian parliamentarians visiting Israel vowed stronger advocacy against rising antisemitism

Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 05.05.25

Antisemitism soars in 2024: 970% increase in Canada, 300% in France

Report names French President Emmanuel Macron responsible for rise of antisemitic cases, blames BBC for instigating antisemitism and accuses governments of showing moral ambiguity by failing to act against hatred

Itamar Eichner | 04.27.25

Sydney protesters slam IDF soldiers for 'apartheid'—not knowing they're not even Jewish

Druze, Christian, and Jewish soldiers — along with bereaved families — were met with angry, hate-filled protests on Australian campuses

Itamar Eichner | 04.07.25

'There have never been worse times for Jews in Australia'

Jeremy Leibler, president of Australia’s Zionist Federation, details the trauma of rising antisemitism post-October 7 and condemns political inaction after a Melbourne synagogue arson attack and a 700% spike in hate crimes

Yaniv Pohoryles | 03.30.25

Antisemitism surges in Australia, raising concerns among Jewish community

Rising campus hostility, violent threats, protests, vandalism, and political tensions leave the Jewish communities on edge amid growing security concerns

Yaniv Pohoryles | 03.17.25

Is Israel ready for an immigration wave from the Land Down Under?

With rising antisemitism in Australia and a shrinking Jewish community, Israel faces a historic opportunity to welcome educated, motivated immigrants; But past failures beg the question whether Israel needs, or even wants, an immigration wave

Michael Oren | 03.10.25

סידני אוסטרליה מכונית הוצתה וכתובות אנטישמיות רוססו על מבנים בפרבר וולארה

Fake plan to attack Australia synagogue fabricated by organized crime, police say

Local authorities reveal a fabricated plot against a Sydney synagogue, orchestrated by organized crime to divert police resources amid rising antisemitic attacks

Reuters | 03.10.25

Israel should prepare for a potential wave of olim from Australia

Opinion: Australian Jews have faced shocking levels of antisemitism since October 7 and for the first time could be coming on aliyah for reasons other than purely Zionism; Their arrival is both a challenge and an opportunity for Israel

Robert Gregory | 03.03.25

שער עיתון הדיילי מייל מציג את הויכוח בין טראמפ לזלנסקי

Free world 'needs a new leader,' Europeans say after Trump turns back on Ukraine

Without naming US president, most Western leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine against Russia; 'Dividing the West weakens us and benefits those seeking our civilization's decline,' says Italy's Meloni

News Agencies | 03.01.25

Sydney nurse charged with threatening to kill Israeli patients

Police say Sarah Abu Lebdeh, 26, faces charges of threatening group violence and using a carriage service to threaten, menace and harass; charges carry a maximum penalty of 22 years in prison

Associated Press | 02.26.25

Australian military revokes security clearance of Jewish officer citing loyalty to Israel

Officer's security clearance revoked after ASIO flags concerns over his loyalty to Israel and undisclosed Israeli security training; he says he does not see Israel as a foreign government and would share classified information if requested

Itamar Eichner | 02.25.25