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Online hatred spiked after the Bondi massacre: Meta knows why
The royal commission will turn its attention to the role media has played in the rise of antisemitism, including an explosion of hate on social media.
- Alexandra Smith
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Government confirms bid to hide counter-terror details from royal commission
The opposition has accused the government of using confidentiality protections “as a shield from political embarrassment” over counter-terrorism funding.
- Matthew Knott
Intelligence gaps in firearms registry posed major risk to safety
The royal commission on antisemitism turned its focus to gun ownership on Wednesday, with evidence about concerns over the NSW Firearms Registry.
- Alexandra Smith and Amber Schultz
‘Evil dog, pig’: Jews targeted with vile abuse after appearing at royal commission
Witnesses appearing before the royal commission have faced calls to be sent to concentration camps, been labelled demonic and told to burn in hell.
- Matthew Knott
Antisemitism royal commission as it happened: Top cop says some agencies ‘not forthcoming’ on intelligence sharing
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion continues its second set of hearings on Wednesday, examining issues in the lead up to the mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
- Amber Schultz
‘Reeks of complacency’: Police shelved antisemitism taskforce, officer admits
A NSW police officer was in tears in a dramatic day at the royal commission, as the force won’t say who made the decision or why.
- Bevan Shields and Perry Duffin
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The royal commission heard my testimony, then came the abuse
My school and I copped an avalanche of abuse since I gave evidence to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Many of my abusers were happy to put their names to their insults.
- Jeremy Stowe-Lindner
Nikki was days from death when Rabbi Eli blew an ancient horn by her bedside
Writer Nikki Goldstein is convinced Eli Schlanger saved her life. But in a cruel twist, the beloved rabbi lost his life at Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025.
- Alexandra Smith
Antisemitism royal commission: NSW police chiefs to give evidence as details around Bondi Beach shooting examined
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion continues its second set of hearings on Tuesday, examining issues in the lead up to the mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
- Perry Duffin
Police did no risk assessment of Jewish festival before terror attack
NSW Police revealed they turned down a request for greater presence at the Chanukah event in Bondi Beach from a Jewish security group.
- Perry Duffin and Alexandra Smith