Fifteen people, including a 10-year-old girl, were killed and 42 others hospitalised after two gunmen opened fire at Bondi Beach on Sunday afternoon. One attacker was shot dead by police, while the other remains under police guard in hospital.
Prime Minister announced that the national cabinet and first ministers have agreed to strengthen gun laws nationwide. This includes renegotiating the National Firearms Agreement, potentially limiting the number of firearms per individual and restricting gun licences to Australian citizens.
Jewish community leaders say the attack has "fundamentally changed" Australia and called for more action against antisemitism. Among the dead was Rabbi Eli Schlanger, an organiser of the targeted event. Former prime minister Scott Morrison described the attack as one of Australia's "darkest days" and linked it to unchecked antisemitism.
Gun Control Australia vice-president Roland Browne stated the attack revealed a "major failing in the assessment process" through which the shooters obtained guns and licences. He has advocated for reform since before the Port Arthur massacre.
Jewish schools in Sydney expressed heartbreak, with Masada College and Moriah College releasing statements mourning the loss and emphasising hope during Chanukah. Sydney cardiologist James Otten, who was at the North Bondi Surf Club, provided medical assistance after the attack.
