Australia

Gun buyback to start in November after Bondi Beach massacre conducted with legally obtained guns

Albanese's center-left government enacted laws for the buyback, tighter gun license checks, and a crackdown on hate in the wake of the attack at a Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration.

Local residents, both Jewish and non-jewish visit the inundated flower memorial next to Bondi Pavilion to pay their respects at Bondi Beach on December 16, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.
MIRIAM AGRANAT with a collectible Tiftaf onesie.

Australian lawyer makes aliyah just before October 7, quits job to launch babywear brand

 Police attend the scene of a multiple stabbing in the suburb of Manoora on December 19, 2014 in Cairns, Australia; Illustrative.

French man allegedly pulls knife on Israeli tourist in Australia, denied bail by Cairns court

Fruit and vegetable aisle in a Paris supermarket, featuring black crates filled with fresh produce such as bananas, cucumbers, and tomatoes, in Paris, France, on July 25, 2026; Illustrative.

‘Hitler didn't finish the job’: Man threatens to shoot Australian Jews in France, AJA tells 'Post'


Australia to vaccinate vulnerable native birds against bird flu following New Zealand's lead

The vaccine rollout will begin in the "coming days and weeks," with an initial focus on priority species in captivity, Agriculture Minister Julie Collins told reporters in Canberra.

A H5 bird flu notice is displayed at Zealandia wildlife sanctuary in Wellington, New Zealand, August 7, 2026.

Reasonable individuals pay a price for standing up for Jews – opinion

A non-Jewish minority, including Boy George, Douglas Murray, and Mosab Hassan Yousef, stick to their principles, exemplifying true moral courage

British author and conservative political commentator Douglas delivers a speech during an evening against the rise of antisemitism in Europe in Paris in 2024.

Israeli dealcoholization technology powers best non-alcoholic wine award in US competition

The SOLOS division specializes in producing no- and low-alcohol beverages using dealcoholization and aroma-recovery technology without compromising quality.

SOLOS offices.

Australia investigates near-miss collision of two planes on tarmac at Sydney airport

"Both aircraft were stopped abruptly," the transport safety bureau said in a statement.

A Qatar Airways plane, carrying Australian women and children returning from Syrian refugee camps where they have been staying since the Islamic State's demise, lands at the airport in Melbourne on May 26, 2026.

After October 7 and Bondi massacre, seven Australian friends answered Israel's call to serve

The friends had arrived in the IDF via different routes. One told me about the influence of Bnei Akiva, another of family history, friends who had already served. Oct. 7, was central for all seven.

Masa Kumta ceremony: Soldiers receive their light-green berets as part of the IDF's Nahal Brigade, marking the end of months of combat training.

Defense Ministry works toward future of Israel's defense sector, plans for munitions independence

Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram told industry leaders that Israel aims to expand domestic production, innovation, and defense exports.

Defense Ministry Director-General, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram.

After mass seabird death event, Australia warns of wider H5N1 bird flu threat

"Australians should expect to see more spread and larger numbers now of wildlife being affected," said Agriculture Minister Julie Collins.

A test tube labelled "Bird Flu", eggs and a piece of paper in the colours of the Australian national flag are seen in this picture illustration, January 14, 2023.

Seven injured, two hospitalized after building collapse in central area of Sydney, Australia

Footage from Australian television network Seven showed the collapsed wall of a large building that the channel said was located near a construction site.

ABC said that three Fire and Rescue teams were at the scene.

Australian appeal judge rules video recording of Bankstown nurses' antisemitic threats admissible

An Australian appeals court ruled that an unedited video of two former nurses making antisemitic threats may be presented as evidence at trial.

Two Australian nurses who were suspended for saying they would, and have already killed Israeli pateints, February 12, 2025.

Australia begins legal action against Telegram over alleged pro-terror material, extremist violence

The office of the eSafety Commissioner said it had begun action after Telegram failed to remove videos of terrorist executions and mass shootings.

In this photo illustration a smartphone screen displays the logo of social media app and instant messaging service Telegram, on February 19, 2026 in Bath, England; illustrative