News|CrimeAustralia observes day of mourning for victims of Bondi Beach mass shootingFlags will be flown at half-staff to honour the victims of the December 14 shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach.
Australia is observing a national day of mourning for the victims of the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Thu, Dec 14, 2025. The incident resulted in the death of 15 individuals during a Jewish celebration.
Australia is observing a national day of mourning for the victims of the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Thu, Dec 14, 2025. The incident resulted in the death of 15 individuals during a Jewish celebration.
Flags across the nation will be flown at half-staff on Thursday. A moment of silence is scheduled for 7:01 pm Sydney time (08:01 GMT). Memorial services will be conducted at the Sydney Opera House and Bondi's Chabad House, a Jewish community center. The theme of the memorials is "Light will win," with light installations in Canberra and other cities to honor the victims.
The events will also recognize those who provided assistance during and after the attack, including first responders. The Australian government has responded by approving tougher gun laws, which encompass a gun buyback scheme and stricter gun license checks. Additionally, a royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion has been launched to address hate crimes.
Australia is observing a national day of mourning for the victims of the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Thu, Dec 14, 2025.
The Bondi shooting is the deadliest attack of its kind in Australia in the past 30 years. Suspect Sajid Akram, aged 50, was killed by police during the incident. His son, Naveed, aged 24, remains in custody and faces charges of terrorism and 15 counts of murder. Authorities report the suspects were inspired by the ISIL (ISIS) group.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
