AJN STAFF

THE AJN has appointed a new national editor. Zeddy Lawrence, the current editorial director of The Jewish News in the United Kingdom, is expected to take up the post later this year.

Based in Melbourne, Lawrence will bring plenty of experience to the role, having previously worked in print, online, television and radio.

“We’re thrilled to announce Zeddy’s appointment,” AJN publisher Robert Magid said. “Zeddy’s experience working closely with the local Jewish community in England, combined with his knowledge of Israel, will see The AJN go from strength to strength.”

Lawrence, 39, has held the top job at The Jewish News in the UK for four years. After graduating from Oxford University with a degree in philosophy, politics and economics, he began his media career in television as a script writer.

He moved in to radio, where he worked for Mercury FM and News Direct 97.3 FM.

Lawrence is also the brother of Rabbi Jeremy Lawrence, chief minister of Sydney’s The Great Synagogue.