Jewish Australians report harassment and intimidation after giving evidence at antisemitism royal commission
Jewish Australians have reported increased harassment and intimidation following their testimonies at a royal commission on antisemitism. Commissioner Virginia Bell noted that at least one case of online harassment has been referred to the Australian federal police. The commission is actively monitoring these incidents and aims to understand the lived experiences of antisemitism in the community.
- ▪Jewish Australians reported a dramatic increase in online harassment after giving evidence at the royal commission.
- ▪Commissioner Virginia Bell stated that one instance of harassment has been referred to the Australian federal police.
- ▪The commission is recording offensive social media posts and monitoring online abuse directed at Jewish witnesses.
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- ▪ Australian Jews report harassment, intimidation after testifying before Bondi commission — The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
- ▪ Antisemitism royal commission LIVE: NSW police chiefs to give evidence on Bondi Beach terror attack — The Sydney Morning Herald
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Commissioner Virginia Bell said at least one instance of online harassment of a Jewish witness had been reported to the Australian federal police. Photograph: Hollie Adams/ReutersView image in fullscreenCommissioner Virginia Bell said at least one instance of online harassment of a Jewish witness had been reported to the Australian federal police. Photograph: Hollie Adams/ReutersRoyal commission on antisemitism and social cohesionJewish Australians report harassment and intimidation after giving evidence at antisemitism royal commission Commissioner says multiple witnesses reported ‘a dramatic increase in online hate messages’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Ben DohertyTue 26 May 2026 02.06 EDTLast modified…
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