Anthony Albanese

Australian PM Albanese: War's economic shock will be felt for months, urges using public transport

Australia, which imports about 90% of its fuel, has seen petrol prices surge and experienced localized shortages as a result of the US-Israeli war on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. 

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, 30 March, 2026.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leaves Lakemba Mosque after a visit for Eid al-Fitr in Sydney, Australia, March 20, 2026.

PM Albanese heckled, booed at Sydney mosque during Eid prayers over Gaza stance

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks on the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026 during a federal parliament sitting following the Bondi terror attack at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, January 20, 2026.

Anthony Albanese deploys troops to aid flood-hit Katherine communities

THE REMAINING members of Iran’s women’s national football team embrace a member of the support staff who had refused to board the plane.

Iranian football players face government pressure to return to Iran, as families warn against it


Australian police name John Argento as suspect in Melbourne Hanukkah vehicle arson

Argento is known to police, with an outstanding warrant for deception-related offenses, and is known by law enforcement to frequent the inner southern and northern suburbs of Melbourne.

A car decorated for Hanukkah was firebombed overnight in Melbourne’s east, with authorities launching an investigation into the incident.

Australia creates special honor list for heroes of Bondi attack, will open nominations to public

The public will be able to nominate those they believe worthy of being honored for their actions in response to the Hanukkah party terrorist attack that claimed the lives of 15 and wounded 40.

AUSTRALIAN PRIME MINISTER Anthony Albanese arrives as family, friends and dignitaries attend a National Day of Reflection vigil and commemoration for the victims and survivors of the Bondi Massacre at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, December 21, 2025.

Christmas celebrations muted at Bondi as Australians grieve after deadly shooting

Police patrolled across the beachfront in Bondi, a traditional Christmas destination, as hundreds of people, many wearing Santa hats, gathered on the sands.

POLICE OFFICERS patrol near beachgoers on Christmas Day at Bondi Beach in Sydney on December 25, 2025.

Herzog invited by Albanese, flu prevention essential - December 23, 2025

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

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Australia to invite President Herzog for visit 'as soon as possible' following Bondi Beach attack

PM Anthony Albanese said Australia’s governor general will invite President Isaac Herzog to visit, as the two discussed the Bondi Beach terror attack and rising antisemitism.

President Isaac Herzog seen at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, December 6, 2025

Australian Police say Bondi attackers planned for months, scouted site days before

In New South Wales, the most populous state, there is currently no limit to firearm ownership if the reason can be justified to police,

Police officers walk at the scene of a shooting incident at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia, December 14, 2025

Bondi Beach exposed Australia’s failure to confront antisemitic terror - editorial

Australia failed the test on the night of the attack. It is now failing again in daylight. An internal review is not accountability. It is concealment dressed up as governance.

The Sydney Opera House is illuminated with candlelights in Sydney on December 21, 2025, as part of a national day of reflection honouring the victims of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on December 21, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.

Sydney lights Hanukkah candles in honor of Bondi victims, introduces 'mitzvah' campaign

At the Light Over Darkness: Night of Unity commemoration, each candle was lit by a representative of those who brought light into the world at a dark time.

FATHER OF Ahmed el Ahmed, who tackled one of the gunmen in a deadly mass shooting during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, attends the 'Light Over Darkness' vigil honouring victims and survivors of the shooting incident in Sydney, Australia, December 21, 2025.

Fmr. chief justice Robert French urges Australia-wide royal commission into Bondi Beach massacre

Antisemitism should be viewed "not as just another species of racism or prejudice, but as a societal evil with its own longstanding and bloody history," French said.

A man with an Australian flag draped over him attends the 'Light Over Darkness' vigil honouring victims and survivors of a deadly mass shooting during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, in Sydney, Australia, December 21, 2025.

Bondi Beach vigil, Army Radio closure - December 21, 2025

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

A rabbi lights the menorah during a tribute for the victims of a mass shooting during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, in Sydney, Australia, December 20, 2025.