Author Arnold Zable in conversation with Nicole Abadee

Interview with Arnold Zable, the author of The Watermill Celebrated author Arnold Zable returns to SJWF to discuss his latest book, The Watermill. The collection of four stories explores themes of past trauma, healing, displacement and belonging,

20 August – 14 September

This year, the Sydney Jewish Writers Festival (SJWF) brings some of the best contemporary Jewish writing from around the world. Join us for an exploration of Jewish identity and global issues with authors from South Africa, Germany,

Shalom | Covid 19 Update

Dear Shalom Community, Shalom would like to give you an update on how we’re responding to the outbreak of the Coronavirus. We want to assure you that we're taking all necessary precautions in accordance with

27 Hours (at Limmud FSU)

I’ve just met my hotel neighbour by the lifts. He took a chance and addressed me in Russian, which is a safe bet as over 600 Russian speaking Jews have congregated in Vienna for the

8 things to do this Hannukah

8 things to do this Hanukkah  With Hanukkah coming up, and a new decade starting shortly after, we’ve rounded up 8 meaningful things you can do on each of the 8 nights of Hanukkah, so

Experiencing Shabbat

Shabbat is one of the most recognised Jewish holidays in the world. Whether you celebrate it weekly with your family, or you haven’t kept it since your youth movement days, everyone has a Shabbat story

A quirky comedy to premiere in Sydney

Why Food Doesn’t Matter at your Next Jewish Event

By Anna Stern For the past 2.5 years, I have worked in the Sydney Jewish community curating and delivering cultural, professional and social experiences. In those 2.5 years, food has often been a major conversation

Laugh Out Loud!!

A message from the Sydney Jewish Writers Festival Director, Justine Saidman

This past month, I’ve been paying attention. To the songs I hear on the radio on my drive to work, the graffiti on the wall on my walk from the carpark, the photo of my