4 h. ago ‘Wouldn’t be ideal’: Steve Smith delivers emphatic retirement response

Usman Khawaja’s storybook SCG farewell has raised the question whether the batting great has considered following suit.

Politics

22 h. ago ‘Utter darkness’ of antisemitism must be examined, says Melbourne archbishop

The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has joined the growing numbers calling for a federal inquiry into antisemitism, but stopped short of advocating for a royal commission.

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27 h. ago Australia’s biggest industry groups demand an antisemitism royal commission

The Business Council of Australia has backed prominent captains of industry who petitioned Albanese to reverse his stance on a national inquiry following the Bondi terror attack.

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34 h. ago Jewish groups warned police about ‘hate preachers’ multiple times before Bondi massacre

It can also be revealed that antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal warned changes to racial incitement laws were “utterly unworkable”.

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49 h. ago Albanese says security agency chiefs were the experts who advised against a royal commission

Australia’s current Human Rights Commissioner Lorraine Finlay is the first government-appointed official to publicly back demands from the Jewish community and more than 200 former judges and barristers.

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50 h. ago WA Police kept busy with more than 100 arrests on New Year’s Eve

A WA Police Force spokesperson said visible deployments and specialist teams ensured quick responses to emerging issues.

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53 h. ago Human Rights Commissioner backs royal commission into antisemitism

Australia’s current Human Rights Commissioner Lorraine Finlay is the first government-appointed official to publicly back demands from the Jewish community and more than 200 former judges and barristers.

Events

69 h. ago Islamophobia deserves the same urgent response as antisemitism

It is right that antisemitism should be condemned. But so should Islamophobia, or any other form of racism.

Politics

69 h. ago Vilification of any Australian is damaging for all of society

It is right that antisemitism should be condemned. But so should Islamophobia, or any other form of racism.

Politics

3 d. ago Ex Labor minister slams omission of word ‘antisemitism’ from Bondi review

A former Labor minister and prominent Jewish leaders have criticised the government’s failure to reference antisemitism or extremism in its cornerstone review.

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3 d. ago ‘It’s hateful racism’: Islamophobia spikes since Bondi attack

Ten mosques and Islamic centres have reported vandalism, break-ins or threats since the Bondi terror attack, while Premier Chris Minns says it is “disgusting” Muslims are being targeted.

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3 d. ago Bondi attack must prompt a reflection on antisemitism in the arts

Jewish artists and writers have reported feeling ostracised and culturally homeless in their formerly welcoming creative communities. This must change.

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3 d. ago ‘David v Goliath’: How universities deal with sexual violence is changing

From January 1, universities will be required to do more under far-reaching legislation designed to prevent and improve responses to gender-based violence on campus.

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3 d. ago Sweeping so many inquiry reports under the carpet is unacceptable

What an appalling state of affairs we have when issues deemed urgent enough to require in-depth examination are left abandoned in reports that gather dust.

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3 d. ago Top barrister says a royal commission into antisemitism is premature and risky

Robert Richter, KC, refused to sign the letter from senior members of the Australian bar calling for a royal commission into antisemitism. He says it would be premature and dangerous.

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4 d. ago Supervision poor, but no one responsible for Perth bikie boss’ fatal cocaine overdose in lock

Rebels bikie boss Jamie Ginn died from cocaine toxicity while being held at the Perth Watch House, a coronial inquest has found.

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4 d. ago Antisemitism to ‘continue for years’ without commission, says Christchurch councillor

A royal commission was called into the terror attacks which targeted Muslims and killed 51 people.

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4 d. ago Antisemitism in universities and gambling ad ban among ignored reports

Just one report had been tabled since the May election and 67 sit unanswered, an audit of committee recommendations shows.

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4 d. ago A royal commission into antisemitism is a risk, but Labor’s excuses are wearing thin

Royal commissions are a symbolic way Australia confronts its ugliest problems, even if they do not solve them.

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4 d. ago Labor has its reasons for denying a royal commission. But its latest doesn’t land

Royal commissions are a symbolic way Australia confronts its ugliest problems, even if they do not solve them.

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