Jonathan Conricus in conversation with Joel Burnie
February 24, 2025
Jonathan Conricus is a senior fellow at the Washington based Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, (FDD) focused on the Middle East. He served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for 24 years as a combat commander in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip. He also served as a military diplomat, foreign relations expert, and international spokesperson.
Reacting to the latest antisemitic attacks: Colin Rubenstein on SBS Hebrew radio
February 3, 2025
Dr Colin Rubenstein discussed the spate of antisemitic attacks on the SBS Hebrew podcast, presented by Mariel Olenski – 31 January 2025.
Antisemitic bomb plot “a massive escalation”: Colin Rubenstein on Sky News
January 30, 2025
AIJAC executive director Dr Colin Rubenstein spoke with Sky News’ Peter Stefanovic about the apparent antisemitic bomb plot uncovered by NSW Police, as well as the continuing antisemitic graffiti attacks.
Antisemitism database “first step of many more that need to be taken”: Dr Colin Rubenstein on ABC TV
January 22, 2025 | Colin Rubenstein
Speaking to the ABC, AIJAC’s Executive Director Dr Colin Rubenstein responds to the National Cabinet’s decision to establish a national database to track antisemitism.
AIJAC speaks out against hate… Will you join us?
December 20, 2024
Antisemitic incidents in Australia have quadrupled in the past year. Two weeks ago, a Melbourne synagogue was firebombed in a shocking act of terrorism. Enough is enough. It’s time for real action. AIJAC speaks out against hate… Will you join us?
Synagogue attack designation as terrorism “very welcome”: Jamie Hyams on Sky News
December 10, 2024
AIJAC public affairs director Jamie Hyams spoke with Keiran Gilbert on Sky News
Jewish community ‘not surprised’ by shocking synagogue attack: Joel Burnie on Sky News
December 7, 2024
Speaking with Sky News Danica Di Georgio, Australia Israel & Jewish Affairs Council executive manager Joel Burnie notes the “appalling” spike in antisemitism immediately following the October 7 attacks last year. A Melbourne synagogue has been left with significant damage after a fire ripped the building in a suspected arson attack in the early hours of Friday morning.
“It’s time for action” on antisemitism: Jamie Hyams on Sky News
December 7, 2024
AIJAC Director of Public Affairs Jamie Hyams claims he was not surprised by the recent synagogue firebombing. “I’m not really that surprised,” Mr Hyams told Sky News host Steve Price. “It’s been heading in this direction for those last 14 months.”
“It’s an abhorrent thing to see a place of worship attacked”: Rebecca Davis on Sky News
December 6, 2024
Rebecca Davis spoke with Holly Stearnes on Sky News to discuss the arson attack upon the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne and Israeli PM Netanyahu’s criticisms of the Albanese government.
ICC arrest warrant decision “purely political”: Jamie Hyams on Sky News
November 22, 2024
AIJAC director of public affairs Jamie Hyams spoke with Sky News’ Kieran Gilbert about the ICC’s decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, plus antisemitic vandalism in Woollahra, Sydney.
