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Victorian Premier pulls together ‘anti-hate’ taskforce after anti-Semitic attack

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  • July 7, 2025 at 3:12 pm #16586

    Alexender Noah
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    Victorian Premier pulls together ‘anti-hate’ taskforce after anti-Semitic attacks

    An anti-hate taskforce will assemble in Melbourne this week in the wake of the latest violent anti-Semitic incidents, with shock footage showing a series of arson attacks.

    Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has pulled together the taskforce after a synagogue was firebombed, a Jewish-owned restaurant was stormed while people ate inside, and another business was vandalised; all across this past weekend.

    Ms Allan made a private visit to the targeted synagogue on Monday, and revealed the state government gave the shule $80,000 for increased security last year.

    The Premier has tapped the Police Minister, Lord Mayor and police executives for the “anti-hate” taskforce, Ms Allan’s office says. Invitations will go out to representatives of Melbourne’s Jewish community.

    Speaking outside the synagogue on Monday, Ms Allan said Jewish Victorians were an important part of the community.

    “I’ll continue to stand with a strong, proud Jewish community here in Victoria every single day.

    “They are a big, important part of our community. They demand our support at this most difficult time.

    “They demand our action, which is why, alongside strengthening laws and the response of Victoria Police, we will continue to work to build a stronger place where everyone can be who they are and practise their faith safe and free from hate.”

    In a statement released soon after, Ms Allan detailed the taskforce’s first steps.

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