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Reuters/Australia Shark Attack Victim Honored At Bondi Beach

Australia Shark Attack Victim Honored At Bondi Beach

A community of surfers and lifesavers gathered at Bondi Beach on Sunday to honor a 12 year old boy who died after a shark attack in Sydney Harbour, as concerns grow over a recent spike in incidents along Australia’s east coast.

The tribute followed the death of Nico Antic, who succumbed to his injuries on January 24, six days after being bitten by a shark while swimming with friends near rocks at Vaucluse, about nine kilometers from central Sydney, according to Australian media and Reuters.

The incident has renewed attention on water safety as authorities respond to multiple shark encounters …

Bondi Beach Christmas Subdued After Deadly Terror Attack

Bondi Beach Christmas Subdued After Deadly Terror Attack

Christmas Day celebrations at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach were subdued this year, as heightened security and quiet reflection replaced the usual festive atmosphere following a deadly terror attack that killed 15 people at the site earlier this month.

Police maintained a visible presence along the beachfront on Thursday, patrolling one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations as hundreds of people gathered under overcast skies. Many wore Santa hats and summer attire, but the mood was noticeably restrained as the community continued to process the country’s deadliest mass shooting in nearly 30 years.

Bondi Beach, traditionally packed with thousands of holidaymakers …

Bondi Beach Hanukkah Attack Prompts Hate Speech Crackdown

Bondi Beach Hanukkah Attack Prompts Hate Speech Crackdown

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged tougher action against hate speech on Thursday following a deadly attack on a Jewish holiday gathering at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, as mourners gathered to bury the youngest of the victims.

The promise came as family, friends, and members of the Jewish community said farewell to 10 year old Matilda, one of 15 people killed when gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday. Authorities say the attack shocked the country and intensified fears about rising antisemitism.

Matilda’s white coffin was decorated with yellow toy bees, a reference to her middle name, Bee. …

Bondi Beach Shooting Kills 16 In Antisemitic Attack

Bondi Beach Shooting Kills 16 In Antisemitic Attack

Sixteen people are now confirmed dead after a shooting at a Jewish celebration near Sydney Bondi Beach, with police identifying the two alleged gunmen as a father and son. Authorities described the attack as a targeted antisemitic assault and the deadliest mass shooting in Australia in almost three decades.

Police said the father, a 50 year old man, was shot and killed at the scene on Sunday night, bringing the total death toll to 16. His 24 year old son remains in critical condition in hospital. Forty other people were injured, including two police officers who are listed as serious …