Rushed laws after a tragedy are ‘never good’, warns father of youngest Bondi victim

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Penry BuckleyJanuary 19, 2026 at 02:50 AM
Rushed laws after a tragedy are ‘never good’, warns father of youngest Bondi victim

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The parents of 10-year-old Matilda, who died in the Bondi Junction attack in Sydney, Australia, have cautioned against hastily enacting new laws in response to the tragedy. Valentyna Poltavchenko and Michael Britvan, in their first interview since the incident, expressed their desire to preserve the footbridge used by the attacker and paint it yellow, commemorating the dress Matilda wore that day. They also conveyed their gratitude to the woman who saved their younger daughter during the attack. The parents' warning comes amid discussions about potential legislative changes following the mass casualty event at the Bondi shopping center.

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