Statement by Hon Roger Cook MLA, Premier of Western Australia, on the attack on the Adass Israel synagogue, 6 December 2024
I condemn these vile acts in the strongest terms, and I urge Australians of all faiths and backgrounds to unite against these actions. Our thoughts are with those impacted, and we stand with the community at this difficult time.
Hon. Bill Shorten MHR, Australian Government Minister at the Adass Israel synagogue, 6 December 2024, Ripponlea
A huge percentage of the Australian Jewish community is descended from Holocaust survivors, in fact the 2nd highest percentage of a Jewish community, only exceeded by Israel. These descendants shared their stories of survival with the 2nd and 3rd generation survivors. They told stories of the vandalising of Jewish shops and homes. The painting of…
Post by Hon Richard Marles MHR, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, 6 December 2024
There is no place for antisemitism or violent behaviour in Australia. My thoughts are with the congregants in Ripponlea, and the Jewish community across Australia today following this appalling attack.
Post by His Excellency Amir Maimon, Ambassador of Israel to Australia, 6 December 2024
Today, we commemorate William Cooper’s courageous protest against the vile atrocities of Kristallnacht. However, 86 years later, we are again witnessing the horrifying resurgence of the same hatred and violence that marked that dark chapter in history. Jewish people around the world are under siege, enduring relentless acts of intimidation and violence. Australia is not…
Post by Ben Carroll MLA, Deputy Premier of Victoria, 6 December 2024
We wrap our arms around our Jewish community. This morning’s attack on the Adass Synagogue is a heartbreaking reminder of the fear and pain our Jewish community continues to face.