Australia news live: parliament opens with minute of silence for Bondi terror attack victims; PM tells Jewish community ‘you are not alone’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 15 min read 75% complete by Krishani DhanjiJanuary 18, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Australia news live: parliament opens with minute of silence for Bondi terror attack victims; PM tells Jewish community ‘you are not alone’

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Australian Parliament opened on Monday with a minute of silence and a condolence motion for the victims of the recent Bondi terror attack. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed parliament, condemning the antisemitism connected to the attack and vowing action to eradicate it. The motion also honored first responders, acknowledged the trauma caused, and affirmed the right of Jewish Australians to live in peace and safety. Parliamentarians from both sides of the aisle, including Jewish MPs, spoke in support of the motion. Other news included a shark attack in Sydney Harbour, new figures on firearm ownership in Australia, and the opening of Sydney's new fish market.

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