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Sydney Court Denies Bail for Antisemitic Rally Speaker

1/27/2026

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Koschel Denied Bail

Brandan Koschel was denied bail by a Sydney court on charges under racial hatred incitement laws after making antisemitic remarks at an Australia Day rally.
His speech claimed Jews were the 'greatest enemy,' drawing cheers and being livestreamed.
Koschel's lawyer argued the Celtic cross symbol was not linked to hate groups.
He remains in custody until his next court appearance on February 3.

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Perth Man Charged

On January 27, 2026, a 31-year-old man was charged in Perth, Australia, after throwing a homemade explosive device into a crowd at an Indigenous rights rally.
The device, which contained nails and ball bearings, did not detonate and caused no injuries.
Separately, in Sydney, a 31-year-old man was arrested for making antisemitic remarks at an Australia Day rally and faces inciting racial hatred charges with a court appearance planned.

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Koschel Denied Bail

Brandan Koschel was denied bail by a Sydney court on charges under racial hatred incitement laws after making antisemitic remarks at an Australia Day rally.
His speech claimed Jews were the 'greatest enemy,' drawing cheers and being livestreamed.
Koschel's lawyer argued the Celtic cross symbol was not linked to hate groups.
He remains in custody until his next court appearance on February 3.

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