Ad Halamji

businessman

Ad Halamji is a Jewish bakery owner in a trendy suburb of Sydney, Australia. Known for his establishment 'Avner's', which aimed to celebrate both Jewish and Australian identities, Halamji faced significant challenges, including threats and vandalism targeted at his business, particularly in the wake of rising antisemitism. Following a tragic attack at Bondi Beach, which heightened fears for the safety of Jewish businesses, he announced the closure of his bakery, expressing deep concerns about the changing landscape for public Jewish spaces in Australia. Halamji's story reflects broader issues of antisemitism and community safety in contemporary Australia.