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Australian police arrest suspect in Melbourne synagogue arson attack

Local officers bring in 21-year-old man in connection with the December 2024 arson attack on Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue, saying further arrests expected

Itamar Eichner | 07.30.25

Less than a quarter of Australians view Jews positively

Poll also found that 20% of young Australians reported witnessing or hearing about antisemitic incidents in their area; Comes amid record levels of antisemitic incidents in Australia

Ynetnews | 07.30.25

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Jews defy stereotypes with strong presence in international sports

From Matt Turner’s World Cup goalkeeping to Amit Elor’s Olympic wrestling gold, these athletes showcase talent across soccer, tennis, baseball, basketball and more, in worldwide inspiration

Yair Kattan | 07.18.25

סידני אוסטרליה מכונית הוצתה וכתובות אנטישמיות רוססו על מבנים בפרבר וולארה

Australia mulls visa bans, universities funding cuts to fight rising antisemitism

Led by envoy Jillian Segal, the plan calls for deep reforms—from university 'report cards' to visa screening—to stem a surge in antisemitic attacks since the start of the Gaza war

Reuters | 07.10.25

Former Sky News Australia presenter Erin Molan: ‘I don’t know my country anymore’

Three back-to-back assaults on Jewish targets have prompted fresh scrutiny of government policy and police readiness

Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 07.07.25

עצרת תמיכה ביהודי אוסטרליה, שנערכה במלבורן לאחר ההצתה

Is Australia turning against its Jews?

Australian Manny Waks: 'This type of blatant violence and the targeting of Jews is a whole new level'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 07.07.25

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Woman found guilty of poisoning husband's parents with mushrooms

A jury in Australia has convicted Erin Patterson of murdering her estranged husband's parents and his aunt. She invited them to dinner on the false pretext that she had cancer, and served them each a personal Beef Wellingtons topped with the death cap mushrooms; Her husband was also invited, but didn't show up - and was spared

Reuters | 07.07.25

Surge in antisemitism shakes Jewish community in Australia

Antisemitic attacks surge in Australia as synagogue set ablaze and pro-Palestinian protesters target Israeli restaurant, with members warning wave will not stop without action

Alexandra Lukash, Itamar Eichner | 07.06.25

Suspect arrested in Melbourne synagogue arson attack, faces charges

Victoria police say the suspect allegedly poured a flammable liquid on the front door of the building and set it on fire before fleeing the scene

Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | 07.06.25

'Antisemitism has no place in Australia': Manhunt underway after attempted synagogue arson in Melbourne

Police are searching for a man in his 30s seen near a Melbourne synagogue just before it was set on fire with 20 people inside; no one was hurt; PM Albanese vows those behind the 'shocking acts' must face the full weight of the law

Ynet | 07.05.25

תמונה שפרסמה המשטרה במלבורן. ייתכן שמדובר בחשוד בהצתה

Arsonist sets fire to Melbourne synagogue, worshippers flee

Firebomb attack on Melbourne synagogue and protest-turned-violence at Israeli-owned restaurant mark a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents amid ongoing tensions tied to the Gaza war

Assoicated Press, Itamar Eichner | 07.05.25

Two Australian healthcare workers barred from public medicine over anti-Israel remarks

Two Bankstown Hospital staffers suspended after video call of them advocating violence against Israeli patients surfaced in February

Itamar Eichner | 07.01.25

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

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