Victoria, Australia

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Australia’s Jewish community is defined by Holocaust survivors, Yiddishkeit and immigrants

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 15 Dec

Australia's Jewish community, deeply influenced by Holocaust survivors and bolstered by a growing number of South African immigrants, faced tragedy at the Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration where 15 individuals were killed.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Sydney Opera House lit by giant menorah as vigils for Bondi Beach victims take place across Australia

Grace Gilson in Forward · 15 Dec

The Sydney Opera House was illuminated with a giant menorah in a poignant tribute to the 15 victims of a recent antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach.

0 Antisemitism Holidays

Thoughts about the Chanukah Massacre in Australia

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 15 Dec

Ken Silverman discusses the tragic massacre in Sydney, Australia, which occurred on the first night of Chanukah, highlighting the impact on the closely-knit Jewish community there.

0 Politics Antisemitism

An Open Letter to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 15 Dec

In an open letter to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Nachum Kaplan vehemently criticizes the government's failure to adequately address rising antisemitism in Australia, following a brutal attack on a Hanukkah celebration and growing incidents against the Jewish community.

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Her daughter left the Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration just before the shooting, then asked, ‘Mommy, why do they hate us so much?’

Robin Washington in Forward · 15 Dec

In the aftermath of a tragic mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney, the Jewish community mourns the loss of lives, including Rabbi Eli Schlanger.

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I was at Bondi Beach last week. Our concerns were ignored

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Dec

The article recounts a visit to Australia by a delegation of Jewish leaders, including Marina Rosenberg of the Anti-Defamation League, prior to a tragic antisemitic attack that resulted in the death of 15 Jews at Bondi Beach.

0 Antisemitism Israel

Australia shooting terrifies Jews worldwide — and strengthens the case for Israel

Rob Eshman in Forward · 14 Dec

A horrific terrorist attack targeting Jews during a Hanukkah party in Sydney has sent shockwaves through Jewish communities worldwide, highlighting the persistent threat of antisemitism and strengthening the argument for a Jewish state.

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Timeline: How attacks on Jews in Australia have been growing since Oct. 7

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 14 Dec

Since the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel, antisemitic incidents in Australia have surged dramatically, culminating in a deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach in Sydney.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Deadly Hanukkah attack at Bondi Beach comes after years of escalating antisemitic incidents in Australia

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 14 Dec

Australia's Jewish community is grappling with a surge in antisemitic violence that culminated in a tragic attack during a Hanukkah event at Bondi Beach, where gunmen killed 11 people and injured nearly 30 others.

0 Communities Antisemitism

I grew up believing Australia was the best place to be Jewish. This Hanukkah shooting forces a reckoning I do not want.

Nomi Kaltmann in Forward · 14 Dec

In a poignant reflection, Nomi Kaltmann explores the shifting landscape of Jewish safety and identity in Australia after a tragic shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney.

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Hanukkah shooting leaves at least 15 dead at Australia's most popular beach

Julie Moos in Forward · 14 Dec

A devastating shooting occurred at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach in Sydney, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 individuals, including a Chabad rabbi, Holocaust survivor, and a young girl.

0 Israel Politics

Israel needs a reset — and the Diaspora has earned the right to say so.

Adam Hummel in Future of Jewish · 10 Dec

In his essay, Adam Hummel argues that the Diaspora has earned the right to influence Israeli policy following widespread, unprecedented support from Jewish communities worldwide.

0 Art Culture

Light Up the Night

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 9 Dec

Yitzchok Moully, an Australian-born artist and ordained rabbi, uses his distinctive pop art to make Jewish themes vividly visible in the public sphere.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The West is sleepwalking into a Jewish exodus.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 9 Dec

Nachum Kaplan's essay argues that the Western world is inadvertently fostering a situation that could lead to a Jewish exodus.

0 Philosophy Politics

We need to be honest: Some cultures are better than others.

Frederick Alexander in Future of Jewish · 27 Nov

Frederick Alexander critiques the concept of cultural relativism, arguing that not all cultures promote human flourishing equally.

0 Culture Music

For ill and for good, this 'Wicked' song has become ubiquitous

Jenny Singer in Forward · 21 Nov

"For Good," a song from the musical 'Wicked' by Jewish composer Stephen Schwartz, has transcended its Broadway origins, becoming an emotional staple at graduations and funerals.

0 Communities Politics

The Israelification of Diaspora Jews

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 3 Nov

Joshua Hoffman explores the deep transformation in the relationship between Diaspora Jews and Israel following the tragic events of October 7th.

0 Jewish Law Politics

While Jews criticize Israel, Israel looks after Jews everywhere.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 27 Oct

Israel's intelligence services act as the unseen guardians for Jewish communities worldwide, offering protection regardless of political debates surrounding the Jewish state.

0 Politics Israel

This ceasefire is proof that we need new strategies.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 9 Oct

Author Joshua Hoffman critiques the recent ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, highlighting both emotional relief and strategic disappointment.

0 Jewish Law Communities

The Jews have a right to win.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 6 Oct

Joshua Hoffman reflects on Sukkot as a symbol of Jewish resilience and unity, especially in the face of rising antisemitism and global challenges.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The Global War Against the Jews

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 4 Oct

Joshua Hoffman passionately argues that antisemitism is a persistent, global phenomenon, misconstrued and underestimated by leaders and media who fail to understand its enduring nature.

0 Antisemitism Culture

The Sweetest Revenge Against Antisemitism

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 22 Sep

In this powerful reflection on Rosh Hashanah and Jewish identity, Joshua Hoffman advocates for a radical act of self-love and solidarity among Jews as a counter to pervasive antisemitism.

0 Food Culture

VIDEO: Twelve popular Ashkenazi dishes, made gluten-free

Rukhl Schaechter in Forward · 15 Sep

Gluten-free adaptations of twelve traditional Ashkenazi dishes are explored in a culinary video series from the Forverts, aiming to bring the essence of Bubbe's kitchen to those with celiac or gluten sensitivities.

0 Antisemitism Culture

What Matters Now to Deborah Conway & Tamar Paluch: Australia is rife with antisemitism

What Matters Now · 2 Sep

Musician Deborah Conway and editor Tamar Paluch discuss the surge of antisemitism in Australia following the October 7 attacks, and their response through the anthology "Ruptured," which captures Jewish women's experiences.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

8/30/25 – Shiur 526 – The “Epstein Files” – Do we have the right to know if someone is a threat to our community —whether a pedophile, abuser, or swindler?

Halacha Headlines · 29 Aug

The episode explores the delicate balance of protecting community safety while respecting individual rights, focusing on the implications of Jewish law (halacha) and secular law regarding publicizing information about potential threats.

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