Mr GREG WARREN (Campbelltown)—Today we rise in deep sorrow and solemn reflection as we acknowledge the horrific antisemitic terrorist attack that took place at Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025. What should have been a peaceful and joyous Hanukkah celebration was shattered when two gunmen opened fire on families, children, and community members gathered in one of Sydney's most iconic public spaces. Sixteen innocent people lost their lives, including a 10-year-old child, and dozens more were injured in what has now been recognised as Australia's deadliest antisemitic attack and one of the most devastating acts of terror in our nation's history.
This horrific act was an act of two individuals who took it upon themselves to commit This evil on our good, friendly, caring and compassionate society that we enjoy as Australians.
I extend my deepest condolences to the families who are grieving unimaginable loss, to the survivors whose lives have been forever altered, and to the broader Jewish community across Sydney and Australia who are now navigating profound trauma and fear.
In the days that followed, thousands gathered at Bondi Beach for a National Day of Reflection, standing shoulder to shoulder in grief and solidarity. Leaders from across the political spectrum, faith communities, and civil society joined more than 10,000 mourners to honour the victims and reaffirm a simple but powerful truth: antisemitism has no place in Australia. The NSW Government has echoed this commitment, emphasising that our state is a welcoming, connected society that draws strength from its diversity and rejects hatred in all its forms.
But in the face of this darkness, we have also witnessed extraordinary courage. We honour the first responders, the NSW Police, paramedics, emergency services personnel who ran toward danger to protect others. We honour the bystanders who shielded strangers, comforted the injured, and helped children to safety. Their actions reflect the very best of who we are. We thank Ahmed al-Ahmed, who displayed incredible bravery, putting his life at risk to defend the community. He is a true hero.
Today, through this condolence motion, we honour the victims. We stand with the survivors. We support the Jewish community, here in Sydney and across Australia and we recommit ourselves to building a society where every person, regardless of faith, culture, or background, can gather in peace, celebrate without fear, and live with dignity.
May the memories of those lost be a blessing. May their families find comfort in the love of their communities. I extend the sincere and solemn condolences of myself, my family, my team and of Campbelltown to those who have been affected by this terrible tragedy.
