Governor-General Sam Mostyn reflects on a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia, calling it an 'atrocious catastrophe' that has lifted the veil on underlying antisemitism. She emphasises the need for all Australians to fight antisemitism and encourages people to light candles in solidarity with the Jewish community during Hanukkah. The King has issued a strong statement condemning the attack and expressing confidence in Australia's ability to rebuild and come together.

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Governor-General discusses the King's comments and calls for unity after Bondi terror attack

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Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirms that 24-year-old Bondi terrorist Naveed Akram was known to ASIO authorities over five years ago through his association with an ISIS terror cell in Sydney in 2019. Burke explains that while Akram was within ASIO's scope due to his associations, he did not display the violent ideology or motivation at that time that he later developed. The Australian Federal Police continue their criminal investigation as part of the joint counter-terrorism team response.

Bondi terrorist was known to ASIO authorities

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Australian leaders are planning to strengthen the nation's already strict gun laws following recent violence at Bondi. Proposed reforms include limiting the number of firearms individuals can own, restricting certain weapon types and modifications, and requiring Australian citizenship for gun licences. Leaders will also update the National Firearms Agreement, originally established after the Port Arthur massacre nearly 30 years ago.

Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi violence

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A terrorist attack at Bondi Beach has claimed 15 lives, with nine victims now identified including 10-year-old Matilda, rabbis, a Holocaust survivor, and community volunteers. The 24-year-old gunman Naveed Akram and his father Sajid had been known to ASIO since 2019 and recently travelled to the Philippines before the attack. National Cabinet has responded with immediate gun law reforms and accelerated implementation of a national firearms register, while heightened security measures are being implemented at major events including the upcoming Ashes test.

Bondi terror attack victims identified, security concerns bolstered across the country

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Governor-General discusses the King's comments and calls for unity after Bondi terror attack

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