Rabbi Lila Kagedan, First Female Rabbi at Orthodox Shul in Melbourne
The Shira Hadasha congregation has appointed an Orthodox female rabbi-in-residence for this May.
Ben & Jerry’s Delisted from Australian Kosher Product List
Ben & Jerry's was already being removed from Australian kosher supermarkets.
New Zealand Community Cancels Shabbat Services in Wake of Mosque Shootings
A message sent to Auckland Hebrew Congregation members said that law enforcement was “unable to guarantee us protection this evening as they mobilise to support Christchurch, as well as protect mosques throughout New Zealand. It is therefore with deep regret that the AHC BOM takes this unprecedented step in cancelling organised service this Shabbat, as we are concerned about the security of our community.”
Australian Ruling Party’s Vote on Relocating Embassy to Jerusalem Overruled by FM
Bishop said has been in communication with the PA Foreign Minister to make sure the money her country sends Ramallah—an estimated $43 million—will only be spent on good things.
Panel Finds Alleged Sex Offender Malka Leifer Mentally Fit to Stand Trial
In the coming days, the Jerusalem District Court will determine whether to extradite her back to her country, where she is wanted for sex offenses.
Australian ABC Doubling Down on ‘Wipe Israel off Map’ Shenanigans
On Sunday, instead of issuing an apology for what had been, at best, a blunder, and at worst a call to annihilate a country friendly to Australia, ABC actually hit back, saying Facebook user's accusations were incorrect and offensive.
Australia Bans Israel’s Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked
“These are dark days for Australian democracy,” said former Israeli politician Ayelet Shaked, who claimed the decision was due to the "radically pro-Palestinian policies" of the Australian government.
Jerusalem Court Rules Malka Leifer Will be Extradited to Australia
A psychiatric panel in January decided that the alleged sex offender, who escaped to Israel from Australia, is mentally fit to stand trial and has been feigning mental illness.
Australia: Man Stabbed at Kiddush Following Herring Dispute
"That's not a knife..."
They’re Canceling Chanukah in Melbourne, Australia
The lights are going out: Melbourne's Chanukah celebration canceled due to international terrorism.
Rabbi Sues Australian Jewish Paper over Sex Abuse Defamation
"They wanted to sensationalize and exaggerate to the point of lying – borderline lying," Feldman stressed.
Sydney Chabad Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Canceled ‘Out of Respect’
Is Sydney also going to turn out the lights on Christmas trees?
Australian Medical Staff Suspended for Anti-Israel Hate Speech
Max Veifer, a vlogger from Israel, connected with the pair on an app, which links users at random.
Amnesty Australia Grants ‘Human Rights’ Award to Gaza Terrorists
The terrorist operatives were honored for their "extraordinary resilience, bravery and courage."
Israeli Citizens Denied Australian Visa After Asked About IDF ‘War Crimes’
Omar and Ella had to complete extensive 13-page declarations typically reserved for foreign fighters and government officials.
Labor Knesset Leader Condemned for her Anti-Family Stance on Australian TV
"This is a tool that was made to dominate women for the sake of reproduction."
Malka Leifer, Accused Sex Offender, to be Extradited to Australia
The extradition request can now be signed off by Israel’s Justice Minister, Avi Nissenkorn, who has already indicated his intention to do so without delay.
Swastikas on Synagogue as New Zealanders Spar over Absence at Holocaust Forum
“I’m upset and outraged by it—that we are targeted like that—but at the same time I’m not entirely surprised,” said Temple Sinai chair Matthew Smith.
MDA Saves Australian Athlete Who Collapsed at the Maccabiah Games
The MDA team assigned to the match recognized some unusual body language, as they put it.
Australia Stops Payments to Palestinian Authority Over Pay for Slay
The PA has made it clear they will not stop payments to the jailed terrorists.
Rabbi Recites Jewish Prayer as He is Sworn in to Western Australia’s Supreme Court
Rabbi Marcus Solomon, an experienced commercial litigator and arbitrator, on Wednesday was sworn in to the Supreme Court of Western Australia. He chose to conclude the ceremony “with an old Jewish custom” — saying the Shehechyanu Jewish prayer, which is typically recited to celebrate new experiences.
University of Sydney Fires Lecturer Over Image of Swastika on Israeli Flag
Tim Anderson, a a life-long radical and virulent hater of Jews, was placed under official investigation after he defended a former colleague for wearing a badge proclaiming “Death to Israel.”
Australia, New Zealand Premiers to Visit Israel in Late October
Jerusalem recalled its ambassador to Wellington after New Zealand sponsored Security Resolution 2334; full ties were resumed in June.
Sydney Bakery Battered for Hamas-Themed Birthday Cake
The birthday boy dressed up as a Hamas terrorist.
Demonstrators in Jerusalem Demand Malka Leifer’s Extradition
The protest was organized by the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel.
Australian Government Mulls Banning Entry to Antisemite Kanye West
The Australian Jewish Association has called on authorities to not issue a visa on the grounds that his planned visit constitutes a threat to the local Jewish community.
Queen Elizabeth Honors Two New Zealand Jews
John Barnett of Auckland was awarded the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, Bob Nerev was honored as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Papua New Guinea Opening Jerusalem Embassy Next Week
The decision was made back in February of this year, after a phone call between Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen and his Papua New Guinean counterpart, Justin Tkatchenko.
Papua New Guinea Plans Consulate in Israel’s Biblical Heartland
The honorary consulate is to be located in Ariel.
Israel Formalizes Ties With South Pacific Island Country of Niue
Niue is a self-governing state in free association with New Zealand, with the island’s 1,600 residents holding New Zealand citizenship.