The Premiere's apology followed queries as to why Jewish Sydney residents were urged to not attend the lighting of the Opera House in the Israeli colours of blue and white, after police decided to permit a pro-Palestine march in the same location on Monday night.
NSW Premier Chris Minns Apologises to the State's Jewish Community
Participants of a Free Palestine rally react outside Sydney Opera House in Sydney, Monday, October 9, 2023. Source: AAP / DEAN LEWINS/AAPIMAGE
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Pro-Palestinian protestors burned the Israeli flag and chanted "f..k the Jews" as the Sydney Opera House lit up in solidarity with Israel. Shane Desiatnik with the latest Australian Jewish News
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