Australia

Will Australia succumb to anti-Israel populism as elections near?

Australia’s May 3 election significantly affects its Jewish community: Labor’s pro-Palestinian stance and weak response to antisemitism contrast with the Liberals’ commitment to Israel.

By ROMY LEIBLER/THE MEDIA LINE
25/04/2025
  A koala climbing a tree in Ouwehands Zoo, Rhenen, Netherlands, illustrative; April 25, 2024.

Victoria, Australia culls hundreds of koalas after wildfire, activists denounce policy

Allan defended her policy by saying that the koalas being shot were "in a lot of distress," Sky News Australia reported, adding that the decision was made after "extensive assessments."

25/04/2025

Australian man lives over 100 days with fully artificial titanium heart

The titanium heart, invented by Daniel Timms, uses magnetic levitation technology with a single rotating disc to pump blood.

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
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