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A place of ‘comfort and context’
Jewish actor Rubin Matters to understudy leads in Beauty and the Beast
Senator says police must enforce the law
A Federal Senator believes there is no equivalence between Islamophobia and antisemitism in Australia. Senator Bridget McKenzie, leader of the Nationals in the Senate made the comment at an Armchair Society event at Melbourne’s Beth Weizmann last week, organised by B’nai B’rith and the Lamm Jewish Library of Australia. Read more » »
A joyful jazz concert to raise the spirits
Brothers Adam and Simon Starr grew up listening to the music of jazz greats the likes of Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Nina Simone and Oscar Peterson, due to the influence of their late father Robin, a classically trained pianist, clarinetist and guitarist with a deep love for jazz music. Read more » »
Nominations open
‘Visionary, innovator, family man’
Tributes have flowed for Australian Jewish community figure Joe Krycer who has passed away in Israel. In his 17 years as JNF Victoria’s executive director, he made dozens of trips to Israel, led many touring missions and made lifelong friends. The Melbourne father of two and grandfather made aliyah in 2015, living in Jerusalem. Read more » »
B’nai Brith Human Rights Oration
Adam Butt, a Sydney-based barrister, will deliver the 2024 B’nai B’rith Human Rights Oration in Melbourne on the afternoon of Sunday, April 7. The subject of his Oration, Native title, racial discrimination and antisemitism in schools will enable Butt to share his insights and perspectives on these important issues. Read more » »