Gareth Narunsky

Melbourne, Sydney

National Editor at Australian Jewish News

National Editor @aus_jewishnews. Music/ film/sports fan. Single malt snob. Love good food/wine. Love living in one of the best cities in the world.

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The Australian Jewish News

2 weeks ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Independent Kooyong MP Dr Monique Ryan has vowed to continue strengthening her relationship with the Jewish community if re-elected. Speaking to The AJN this week, Ryan reflected on her efforts to build ties with the Jewish community during her first term in the former Liberal seat, which has taken in more Jewish constituents and institutions following recent boundary changes.
$2 million for Jewish House to double capacity

2 weeks ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

A $2 million funding commitment from a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will allow Jewish House to significantly expand its crisis response capabilities. The investment will support the not-for-profit to develop 12 self-contained units, effectively doubling its capacity to provide transitional housing and support to vulnerable community members experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and other crises.
Election: Game on

3 weeks ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

With Australians to go to the polls on May 3, there are stark policy differences between the government and the opposition. We now know that the Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ)’s 15-point plan to combat antisemitism is one of them.
Game on: May 3 poll as Dutton pledges antisemitism taskforce

4 weeks ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Australians will go to the polls on May 2, 2025. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the announcement this morning after visiting the Governor-General at Yarralumla to call the election. “Because of the strength and resilience that our people have shown, Australia is turning the corner,” Albanese told a press conference just after 8am. “Now, on the third of May, you choose the way forward.
Labor Minority could lead to Greens in key posts

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Shadow Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Julian Leeser has issued a dire warning that senior Greens could end up in key ministerial positions as the price of supporting a minority Labor government. With an election likely to be called this week for May, the latest polling continues to suggest Labor will fall short of a majority needed to govern in its own right, and will need the support of Greens and teal independents.
Waverley Council’s Aussie first

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Waverley Council on Tuesday night endorsed the first local government strategy to combat antisemitism in NSW and Australia. Designed to be a model for other councils to adapt, the strategy uses the IHRA definition to define antisemitism and is aimed at ensuring Jewish residents feel safe and included, building awareness, promoting security, and strengthening social cohesion.
Community unites despite rain

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Melbourne’s Jewish community came together in a powerful display of cultural pride and unity last Sunday at the In One Voice festival in Elsternwick, in the face of challenging weather conditions. Despite rain throughout the day threatening to dampen the festivities, festival goers enjoyed stalls, food, live music, markets and more. The annual event was made possible through the support of sponsors, donors and more than 120 volunteers.
Stroll finishes sixth in Australian Grand Prix

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Jewish Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll finished sixth in a chaotic Australian Grand Prix in the rain at Albert Park on Sunday afternoon. The wet conditions saw six drivers crash out of the race, including Stroll’s Aston Martin teammate Fernando Alonso. But Stroll was able to manage the difficult conditions to finish 17.41 seconds behind winner Lando Norris. His result in the race that mattered was a marked improvement on his rankings in Saturday’s qualifying and the weekend’s free practice sessions.
Lance Stroll qualifies 13th for Grand Prix

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Jewish Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll finished 13th fastest, just behind behind his Aston Martin teammate Fernando Alonso in 12th, in qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix on Saturday afternoon. It was a disappointing finish after promising signs from Stroll during two of the free practice sessions and the Canadian sitting as high as sixth earlier in the contest. He and Alonso were both eliminated in Q2 and did not participate in the third and final stage of the qualifier.
Stroll: ’The pieces of the puzzle are coming together’

1 month ago | australianjewishnews.com | Gareth Narunsky

Jewish Canadian Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll told media on Thursday that he has “good memories” of racing at Melbourne’s Albert Park over the last couple of years. Sunday’s race, which this year kicks off season 2025, will be the Aston Martin driver’s sixth time racing at the Australian Grand Prix after making his debut with Williams in 2017. “I’ve had good races here, good results … I like the track, I like the atmosphere around the weekend,” he said.