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Zionism our connection to the Jewish story
I deliver this oration exactly 18 months from the October 7 attacks. Israel was dealt a sickening blow on October 7. The limits of its technology and its legendary intelligence were ruthlessly exposed. But today, through the sacrifice of the men and women of the IDF, Israel is emerging with the greatest advantage over its enemies it has ever had. Read more » »
“Antisemitism is incurable,” says Ryvchin
Alex Ryvchin, co-chief executive of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, has delivered a powerful speech arguing that antisemitism is “incurable” and that Zionism has failed in its original aim to normalise Jewish existence. Read more » »
Alex Ryvchin at the B’nai B’rith Human Rights Oration
With antisemitism on the rise globally and here in Australia, this year’s B’nai B’rith Human Rights Oration on April 6 will feature renowned author, advocate, and Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) co-CEO Alex Ryvchin, who will explore the Read more » »
Educating the dangers of antisemitism beyond the classroom
It’s safe to assume if you are reading these words that the Jewish world has relevance to your life. You know what being a Jew means to you your family and your Jewish friends. Read more » »
Israeli Intelligence Both Succeeds and Fails
Israeli intelligence achieved remarkable successes against Hezbollah and Iran but hubris and an overreliance on technology led to the disaster of 7 October, according to Pulitzer Prize-winning Israeli journalist Dr Ronen Bergman. Read more » »
New scroll for Masorti shule’s milestone
Kehilat Nitzan, Melbourne’s Masorti congregation, has celebrated a quarter century by commissioning a new Sefer Torah, with a visiting sofer inscribing the first letters in front of a capacity crowd of the shule’s members and well wishers. Read more » »
Volunteers continue to step up
The 2024 B’nai B’rith Menorah Awards, celebrated the power of service, bringing together a vibrant gathering to honour those who embody selflessness and compassion. This year Danielle Schilling, Helen Gelber, Caroline Heard, and Helen Heiman were recognised for their contributions to their communities. Read more » »
Colleagues and family mourn Tony Levy
Tony Levy OAM, community liaison officer at Jewish Care has been described as an outstanding man who had a number of gifts. Some men use their strength to exert power. Levy’s power was the ability to use compassion and integrity to demonstrate strength. Read more » »
A place of ‘comfort and context’
ON October 8 last year, the National Library of Israel (NLI) began one of the most comprehensive documenting projects in its 132-year history – curating a tsunami of material on the Hamas invasion and the war that followed. Read more » »
Jewish actor Rubin Matters to understudy leads in Beauty and the Beast
The tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast has returned to Melbourne and has dazzled audiences with its stunning production including cutting-edge technology, Broadway style dance numbers and enchanting melodies. Read more » »
