Former spy chief quits royal commission into antisemitism and Bondi attack

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Dan Jervis-Bardy Chief political correspondentMarch 11, 2026 at 06:11 PM

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Former spy chief Dennis Richardson has resigned from his role as special advisor to the royal commission investigating antisemitism and the Bondi terror attack. The resignation occurred just two weeks after the commission's opening hearing, with no explanation provided for his departure. Richardson was initially tasked with reviewing intelligence agencies following the December 14th terror attack, work that was later incorporated into the broader royal commission. Commissioner Virginia Bell expressed gratitude for his contributions, noting his expertise in advising on intelligence and security matters. While Richardson has departed, his team members will remain to complete the interim report due on April 30th, with the final report expected by December 14, 2026.

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Peter Baxter 40% Department of Defence 40% Tony Sheehan 40% ASIO 50% Albanese government ×260% Bondi 60% Bondi terror attack 70% Virginia Bell ×370% Royal Commission into Antisemitism ×380% Dennis Richardson ×490%

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royal commission 100% antisemitism 80% bondi attack 80% dennis richardson 70% intelligence agencies 70% terror attack 60% interim report 50% virginia bell 50% social cohesion 40%

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