Australia - Mass shooting at Bondi Beach Hanukkah Celebration - 14 Dec 2025

[JennieM]

Gunman held firearms licence since 2015​

Faced with a slew of questions from reporters on the two suspects, Commissioner Lanyon says he can't divulge too many details but noted the father-son pair "have, obviously, connection for quite a period of time in Australia" and that the father has held a firearms licence since 2015.

"[The police is] still working through background of the two people... At this stage we know very little about them," Lanyon says.

When asked if the two shooters are Australian citizens, he says: "I'm not prepared to comment on that."

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Watch: NSW Police Commissioner on how gunman was entitled to firearm license

50-year-old gunman was member of gun club, NSW Police Commissioner says​

The NSW Police Commissioner says the 50-year-old gunman who was killed in the attack met the eligibility for a firearms licence for recreational hunting.

"He was a member of a gun club and was entitled by nature of the firearms acts to have a firearms licence issued," Mal Lanyon says. He says the man had a "category AB licence, that entitled him to have the long arms he had."

"In terms of a firearms licence, the firearms registry conducts a thorough examination of all applications to ensure a person is fit and proper to hold a firearms licence," he says.

Bondi Beach shooting appears to be motivated by 'Islamic State ideology', says Australian prime minister

Fifteen people - including a 10-year-old girl and a British-born rabbi - were killed when two gunmen targeted Jewish people attending a Hanukkah event.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[JennieM]

Off-duty police officers flocked to Bondi to help out​

Yasmin Catley, the New South Wales Minister for Police, said that off-duty police officers, as well as those working in areas outside of Bondi, had arrived at Bondi police station to help out amid the shooting.

Catley saw 50-60 police officers at the station, she told a recent press conference. "Most of them weren't on duty. They just heard the event, put their uniform on, got in their car and drove to Bondi police station because they knew they'd be needed."

Bondi Beach shooting appears to be motivated by 'Islamic State ideology', says Australian prime minister

Fifteen people - including a 10-year-old girl and a British-born rabbi - were killed when two gunmen targeted Jewish people attending a Hanukkah event.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[JennieM]

Call to donate blood as website crashes​

People in Sydney are being urged to donate blood to assist in the wake of yesterday's shooting.

Lifeblood Australia has issued life-threatening orders for O-blood donations to hospitals across Sydney in the wake of the Bondi Beach attack.

The blood donation service says it has already transferred blood from multiple states around Australia, and is in need of O negative blood donations.

The Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Australia website is experiencing temporary technical issues due to high volumes of people trying to visit the site.

Lifeblood says on social media it is "working to fix a temporary outage on our website", and that "our call centre is working through a high volume of calls". "We appreciate your patience and we thank you for helping us meet demand."

Across Sydney, there are 10 Lifeblood donor centres, external, including at Town Hall and on York Street in the city's central business district, and at Parramatta.

Some 40 people remain in hospital following yesterday's incident.

Bondi Beach shooting appears to be motivated by 'Islamic State ideology', says Australian prime minister

Fifteen people - including a 10-year-old girl and a British-born rabbi - were killed when two gunmen targeted Jewish people attending a Hanukkah event.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[drsleuth]

https://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/crime/10-minutes-of-terror-video-shows-full-bondi-rampage-from-start-to-finish/news-story/f47b03daa813fa33766d140522eb628e?

Full 10:47 video in link

 

[drsleuth]

11m ago02.18 GMT
According to the latest update from NSW Health, as of 1pm, 27 patients are still receiving care in hospitals.

• Three patients are in a stable condition at Prince of Wales Hospital.
• One patient is in a critical condition, and two patients are in a stable condition at St George Hospital.
• Three patients are in a stable condition at Sydney Eye Hospital.
• Three patients are in a critical condition and three patients are in a critical but stable condition at St Vincent’s Hospital.
• Two patients are in a critical condition, three patients are in a critical but stable condition and one patient is stable at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
• Two patients are in a stable condition at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick.
• Two patients are in a stable condition at Royal North Shore Hospital.
• Two patients are in a stable condition at Liverpool Hospital.

The NSW Health statement said; “NSW Health extends its deepest sympathies to the families, friends and loved ones of those who died and were injured at Bondi Beach”.

Patients continue to be discharged or transferred to other hospitals when required. Some patients have also self-presented at hospitals for care.

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[JennieM]

1h ago

Surviving Bondi shooter still in hospital but will likely face charges, police say​

NSW police commissioner, Mal Lanyon, says he doesn’t want to prejudice any justice process, but that one of the alleged gunmen – the 24-year-old – is in hospital and that, “based on his medical condition, it’s likely that person may face criminal charges.”

 

[Vern]

16.

May their memory be a blessing.

 

[iamshadow21]

The aunt of Matilda has spoken to the media. I think her comments about the alleged attackers are profound and full of grace.

"They come to the country of peace and beauty and they're ending up like this," she said.

"I don't even feel anger, I just feel sadness and sorry-ness for what they've done, to peaceful people who never do anything against them."

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Fifteen people were killed, including a 10-year-old girl. One of the two gunmen has also died, while a further 42 people were taken to hospital. Follow live.

www.abc.net.au

MOO

 

[JennieM]

Faces of the lost: Victims of the Bondi Beach attack begin to be identified - including 10-year-old girl​

Victims of Bondi Beach attack identified including 10-year-old girl

The first known victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack have been identified including a 10-year-old girl, two Rabbis, a Holocaust survivor, a beloved father and a young French citizen.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[jypsijemini]

We've heard a lot about how the older suspect (father) held a gun license for the past decade and legally registered the 6 firearms under his name, but there's been nothing about the younger suspect's (son) history with guns - except that his mother is quoted having said "He doesn’t have a firearm," in her statement to The Sydney Morning Herald.

However, from the extensive, detailed MINUTES of footage available from those who witnessed the attack, it appears very clear (to me) that the younger suspect was experienced, comfortable and confident in handling these high-powered weapons.

My question is - when and where did the younger suspect receive the training and practice in using such weapons?

It may be different elsewhere, but in NSW, Australia, it's illegal to allow someone else to use your licensed, registered firearm who does not themselves have a license or permit to do so.

"Sections 7 & 7A of the Firearms Act 1996 prescribe that:
A person must not possess or use a firearm, prohibited firearm or pistol unless the person is authorised to do so by a licence or permit."

NSW Police: Firearms and Ammunition

(MOO)

 

[jypsijemini]

*Reposting due to broken link in previous post*

Link below is where you can find all the relevant information about the gun laws for NSW which applied to the alleged killers in this case.

NSW Police: Firearms Licenses

 

[kalekona]

We've heard a lot about how the older suspect (father) held a gun license for the past decade and legally registered the 6 firearms under his name, but there's been nothing about the younger suspect's (son) history with guns - except that his mother is quoted having said "He doesn’t have a firearm," in her statement to The Sydney Morning Herald.

However, from the extensive, detailed MINUTES of footage available from those who witnessed the attack, it appears very clear (to me) that the younger suspect was experienced, comfortable and confident in handling these high-powered weapons.

My question is - when and where did the younger suspect receive the training and practice in using such weapons?

It may be different elsewhere, but in NSW, Australia, it's illegal to allow someone else to use your licensed, registered firearm who does not themselves have a license or permit to do so.

"Sections 7 & 7A of the Firearms Act 1996 prescribe that:
A person must not possess or use a firearm, prohibited firearm or pistol unless the person is authorised to do so by a licence or permit."

NSW Police: Firearms and Ammunition

(MOO)

The father was a member of a gun club- perhaps that is where the son learned.

 

[Arkay]

https://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/crime/10-minutes-of-terror-video-shows-full-bondi-rampage-from-start-to-finish/news-story/f47b03daa813fa33766d140522eb628e?

Full 10:47 video in link

That was HORRIFIC! But it felt necessary to watch the entirety of it.

I’m not sure I understand everything, as it seemed to me the shooting went on far too long before the police were able to bring down both shooters.

I know it’s a very different culture than here in NYC. I know Australia has very strict gun laws and these crimes are rare, while in NYC proper, there is plenty of gun crime but it is mainly illegal guns in the hands of criminals.

Unfortunately, that gives the NYPD experience, and I feel like the cops here would have ended this in a few minutes. Whereas in Australia I suppose this is unusual for LE to deal with, but I still believe it went on much too long.

What am I missing?

Also, I’m not grasping at which point the heroic grocer tackled the shooter. This video seemed to show both shooters staying on that walkway or bridge.

Help me out, I know there’s something I’m overlooking.

 

[JennieM]

1m ago
Sixth firearm and third IED found at Bondi crime scene today

NSW Police have just provided some updated information about the events and police response over the last 24 hours.

Police say that detectives from the Joint Counter Terrorism Team located and seized three firearms and two improvised explosive devices (IED) from the scene of the attack last night.

The statement continues:

Detectives have attended two homes in Bonnyrigg and Campsie overnight as part of ongoing investigations.

During these searches, detectives located and seized a number of additional items including two additional firearms. All items seized will undergo forensic examination.

Following further inquiries, a sixth firearm and third IED were located at the Bondi crime scene today (Monday 15 December 2025). Both are undergoing forensic examinations.

The statement also says that during the incident itself, multiple police officers exchanged fire with the two gunmen and that two officers suffered gunshot wounds – a constable and probationary constable.

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[jypsijemini]

The father was a member of a gun club- perhaps that is where the son learned.

I'd love to know if there's a paper trail to show if he too had a permit.

In NSW, you can be as young as 12 to obtain a minor's permit!

This permit is for persons aged between 12 and 18 years who wish to possess and use firearms under supervision to receive instruction in the safe use of firearms or compete in approved target shooting events. Section 32 - Firearms Act 1996, Clause 53 and Clause 54 - Firearms Regulation 2017.

Which makes me wonder - how long could the father-son duo have been practicing together before this tragic day?!

How long had he/they been (allegedly) planning this??

(MOO!)

 

[JennieM]

Shooter was allowed firearm for hunting​

As we reported earlier from the press conference, the older Bondi Beach gunman met the eligibility for a firearms licence for recreational hunting.

The man had a "category AB licence that entitled him to have the long arms he had," NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon explained.

"In terms of a firearms licence, the firearms registry conducts a thorough examination of all applications to ensure a person is fit and proper to hold a firearms licence," he said.

Eligibility for a game hunting licence in NSW depends on the land you wish to hunt on, the type of animal you wish to hunt, and the reason for hunting the animals, as per the Service NSW website.

One of the reasons for hunting includes "recreation or personal consumption", Service NSW says.

Bondi Beach shooting appears to be motivated by 'Islamic State ideology', says Australian prime minister

Fifteen people - including a 10-year-old girl and a British-born rabbi - were killed when two gunmen targeted Jewish people attending a Hanukkah event.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[drsleuth]

1m ago
Sixth firearm and third IED found at Bondi crime scene today

NSW Police have just provided some updated information about the events and police response over the last 24 hours.

Police say that detectives from the Joint Counter Terrorism Team located and seized three firearms and two improvised explosive devices (IED) from the scene of the attack last night.

The statement continues:


The statement also says that during the incident itself, multiple police officers exchanged fire with the two gunmen and that two officers suffered gunshot wounds – a constable and probationary constable.

Bondi beach shooting live updates: national cabinet meets to discuss gun laws after terror attack; butchered pig heads found at Muslim cemetery in Sydney

Father and son identified as alleged shooters in attack that killed at least 15 people

www.theguardian.com

A bit of a worry that they only found another IED today & another firearm

So thankful that none of these IED's were activated !!

 

[JennieM]

2m ago
Burke and Albanese give some further information about the alleged shooters.

The son is an Australian-born citizen, Burke says. His father arrived in 1998 on a student visa, transferred in 2001 to a partner visa and after trips overseas, has been on resident return visas three times.

Albanese says the son first came to the attention of ASIO in October 2019. He was examined:

…on the basis of being associated with others and the assessment was made that there was no indication of any ongoing threat or threat of him engaging in violence.

Bondi beach shooting live updates: national cabinet meets to discuss gun laws after terror attack; butchered pig heads found at Muslim cemetery in Sydney

Father and son identified as alleged shooters in attack that killed at least 15 people

www.theguardian.com

 

[JennieM]

6m ago
Tony Burke, minister for home affairs, speaks briefly on the assistance on offer for families of people who were killed in the shooting.

Burke says:

There are needs for the community right now. One of the additional things that the community have raised directly with me is because of the number of people who will have family members overseas – not only in Israel, but in other parts of the world – who will want to be able to get them here rapidly for funerals.

We have set up a specific section of the department rapidly dealing with visa processing at a pace that would not ordinarily be there to make sure that given the often speedy nature of funerals in terms of the timeline in the Jewish tradition to make sure that we maximise the chance for family members to be able to reunited here at the worst of times.

The Department of Home Affairs is also doing other work, as the Prime Minister referred to, with respect to working through a way to assist with the cost of those funerals.

Bondi beach shooting live updates: national cabinet meets to discuss gun laws after terror attack; butchered pig heads found at Muslim cemetery in Sydney

Father and son identified as alleged shooters in attack that killed at least 15 people

www.theguardian.com

 

[iamshadow21]

2m ago
Burke and Albanese give some further information about the alleged shooters.

The son is an Australian-born citizen, Burke says. His father arrived in 1998 on a student visa, transferred in 2001 to a partner visa and after trips overseas, has been on resident return visas three times.

Albanese says the son first came to the attention of ASIO in October 2019. He was examined:

Bondi beach shooting live updates: national cabinet meets to discuss gun laws after terror attack; butchered pig heads found at Muslim cemetery in Sydney

Father and son identified as alleged shooters in attack that killed at least 15 people

www.theguardian.com

ABC specifies the father was also a citizen.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-15/bondi-beach-shooting-terrorist-attack/106142446#live-blog-post-246410