Bondi shooting live updates: PM launches intelligence review; day of reflection under way; Barnaby Joyce to attend anti-immigration rally

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2.11pm

Rallies ‘should not go ahead’: Albanese

By Angus Dalton

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said rallies should not go ahead today.

Anti-immigration rallies are planned for Melbourne and Sydney this afternoon. One Nation’s Barnaby Joyce said he will speak at the Sydney event, which police said was unauthorised.

“Terrorists have sought to divide this country but this is a time to stand united – particularly on this National Day of Reflection,” Albanese said in a statement.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra earlier this week.

“There are organised rallies seeking to sow division in the aftermath of last Sunday’s antisemitic terrorist attack, and they have no place in Australia.

“They should not go ahead and people should not attend them.”

Police, Jewish leaders and premiers in both states have opposed the rallies being held today.

1.56pm

Heavy police presence in Bondi tonight: Police commissioner

By Angus Dalton

There will be a heavy police presence in Bondi today, including officers equipped with long-arm firearms, NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said.

The increased police presence is aimed at making people feel safe and does not mean there’s a heightened security risk tonight, he said.

Here’s the full statement:

This afternoon and into the evening, there will be a heightened police presence in Bondi and the surrounding areas under Operation Shelter. I want to reassure the community that this does not reflect a heightened security alert.

We know how deeply this tragedy has impacted Jewish families, friends, and the wider community who stand with them. Our priority is ensuring that everyone can come together to honour the victims and support one another without fear.

You will see more officers than usual, including some carrying long-arm firearms. While our priority is keeping the community safe, it is equally about helping people feel safe as they come together to grieve.

Tonight is about standing with the community, safeguarding the space for a respectful vigil, and ensuring everyone feels supported during this incredibly difficult time.

1.38pm

Barnaby Joyce to attend unauthorised anti-immigration rally

By Angus Dalton and Jessica McSweeney

Premier Chris Minns has urged those planning to attend a Sydney anti-immigration rally promoted by One Nation’s Barnaby Joyce to stay away.

Joyce encouraged his supporters to join the rally in central Sydney that calls for the government to be “sacked” despite pleas from the premier for a summer of calm.

“Don’t do it. Don’t go ahead with it right now – people are burying their dead,” Minns told Nine’s Today program on Sunday.

Barnaby Joyce and Pauline Hanson at the memorial for the victims at Bondi earlier this week.

NSW Police confirmed the rally is unauthorised.

“Without this authorisation, the event is not legally protected as an authorised assembly and individuals who choose to attend may be liable for obstruction and unlawful assembly offences,” police said in a statement.

“This is not a time for public gatherings that may heighten tension.”

The rally will take place at 2pm and Joyce said he will address the crowd.

Minns will introduce new legislation on Monday to ban large protests in the wake of a terror attack.

1.20pm

‘ISIS-inspired atrocity’: Albanese launches intelligence review

By Stephanie Peatling

Former intelligence chief Dennis Richardson will lead a review of federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies to examine their performance in the lead-up to last Sunday’s Bondi Beach terrorist attack.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the review today, and said its findings would be made publicly available in April 2026.

Here’s part of his statement:

The Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet will examine whether federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies have the right powers, structures, processes and sharing arrangements in place to keep Australians safe in the wake of the horrific antisemitic Bondi Beach terrorist attack.

The ISIS-inspired atrocity last Sunday reinforces the rapidly changing security environment in our nation. Our security agencies must be in the best position to respond.

Former ASIO boss Dennis Richardson will lead a review into federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

1.14pm

Australians to light candles to mark a week since horror struck Bondi

By Angus Dalton

Today is an official day of remembrance for the victims of the Bondi attack, the state and federal governments announced.

Australians have been invited to light a candle at 6.47pm, exactly a week since shots rang out at Bondi Beach.

A minute’s silence will be observed at the same time, including across television and radio broadcasts.

Australian and Aboriginal flags fly at half mast on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Flags are flying at half-mast. Tonight, buildings will be lit in yellow and beams of light projected from Bondi pavilion in tribute to the 15 people who died in the attack.

“The National Day of Reflection will be observed on the final day of Chanukah, a time traditionally associated with light, faith and resilience, making the loss felt by the Jewish community even more profound,” the prime minister’s department said in a statement.

1.09pm

Welcome to our live coverage

By Angus Dalton

Welcome to our live coverage of the Bondi terror attack, one week on from the horrific shooting that claimed 15 lives last Sunday.

Today has been marked as an official day of remembrance of those killed in the attack.

A gathering of women at the vigil for the victims of the Bondi terror attack on Sunday’s official day of remembrance.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a review of federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies to examine their performance in the lead-up to the attack.

We’ll bring you rolling updates for the rest the day.

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