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Ilan El, a multidisciplinary designer, transitioned from architecture to industrial design after migrating from Israel to Australia. He specializes in bespoke luminaires and large-scale light installations exploring light's experiential qualities and psychological effects. His installations have been showcased at prestigious events and venues, including Melbourne Design Week, National Gallery of Victoria, and international locations.

Sydney resident Zack Shachar’s spoke to SBS Hebrew about his cousin Naama Levy one of scores of people still being held as hostages in Gaza more than 400 days after the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. Regarding Mr Shachar’s comments on Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong’s trip to Israel, Minister Wong reiterated that she in fact met with the families of hostages.

Journalist Dana Karni reports on the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire and the top news of the week from Israel.

Formed in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks, an Australian-based group, United With Israel, say they're working to support the families of hostages, including through advocacy. Nirit Eylon, Director of United With Israel, spoke to SBS Hebrew about their work.

Conversation with Eddie Tamir, the Artistic Director of the Jewish International Film Festival. Also known as JIFF, the Festival runs across major Australian cities until 22 December.

Journalist Dana Karni reports on the International Criminal Court's recent decision to issue arrest warrants for the Israeli Prime Minister, his former defence chief, and a Hamas leader.

Journalist Dana Karni reports on the latest decision by the International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants for the Israeli Prime Minister, his former defence chief and a Hamas leader.

An interview with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Sloavin, found of 'Our Big Kitchen' in Sydney. In a single day, more than 1,000 hot meals are made up by this charity kitchen in Sydney’s Bondi. The food is for families and others in need – from the inner city to the Blue Mountains out west.

Henry Weinreich, a writer and tv host of the popular reality series "Project Runway Australia" shares his insights with SBS Shalom Australia about his recent two-weeks volunteer trip to Israel. He details his experience, organisational strategies, and the straightforward steps Australians can follow to embark on a similar journey. Henry is also the author of the forthcoming memoir 'The Stories I told My Son', which recounts his father's Holocaust stories from the USSR.

Shane Desiatnik from the Australian Jewish News, providing the latest weekly updates and insights to SBS Hebrew