3 d. ago Groups launch court challenge to NSW laws restricting protests after terror attacks

Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group and Jews Against the Occupation ‘48 argue the laws restrict the constitutional right to free political speechFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA constitutional challenge has been launched against controversial laws in New South Wales that restrict protest actions for up to three months after terrorist incidents, introduced following the December Bondi attack.The groups the Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group (PAG) and Jews Against the Occupation ‘48 filed the challenge in the NSW supreme court on Wednesday, arguing in the court summons that the laws are invalid because they “impermissibly burden the implied constitutional freedom of communication on government and political matters”. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago NSW protest laws hit by constitutional challenge that claims crackdown restricts free speech

Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group and Jews Against the Occupation ‘48 launch challenge in court, arguing the laws are invalidFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA constitutional challenge has been launched against controversial laws in New South Wales that restrict protest actions for up to three months after terrorist incidents, introduced following the December Bondi attack.The groups the Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group (PAG) and Jews Against the Occupation ‘48 filed the challenge in the NSW supreme court on Wednesday, arguing in the court summons that the laws are invalid because they “impermissibly burden the implied constitutional freedom of communication on government and political matters”. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Reluctant trailblazer Khawaja confronts racial stereotypes before Sydney farewell | Taha Hashim

The first Muslim to play for Australia has been an inspiration for many in the way he has broken down barriers during his careerMore than half an hour into the press conference, with his retirement from Test cricket confirmed, Usman Khawaja was asked about the role of opening the batting and its relevance in the modern game. He answered with ease, detailing the specific mental challenges of facing the new ball. Minutes later, he was asked how Australia can unite after last month’s terrorist attack at Bondi Beach. Again, there was little hesitation before the lengthy reply. He cited the teachings of the prophet Muhammad, politicians who “try to divide and conquer” and closed with his reflections on the tragedy itself. This was no ordinary sporting farewell.Those who have tracked the path of Khawaja’s career closely will not have been surprised by the openness in the 50-minute press conference on Friday and the lines to have come from it. Reflecting on his proud journey as a Muslim bo...

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1 week ago Sydney New Year’s Eve strikes more sombre tone as fireworks follow minute’s silence for Bondi

Terror attack victims remembered with menorah projected on to Harbour Bridge ahead of traditional dazzling displayAustralia paused to show solidarity with the Jewish community as New Year’s Eve festivities rolled across the nation.Weeks on from the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, hundreds of thousands of people around the Sydney Harbour observed a minute’s silence and shone a collective, defiant light following the recent atrocity. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Bondi attack suspects not part of ‘broader terrorist cell’, Australian police say

The two men accused of the Bondi beach terror attack earlier this month were not part of a “broader terrorist cell”, Australian Police said.

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1 week ago Anthony Albanese refuses to hold royal commission: PM hits back as he is grilled by journalists at press conference

The Prime Minister has staunchly defended his decision to call for a review despite demands from the victims' families to launch a national inquiry.

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1 week ago Anthony Albanese defends decision to not launch a Royal Commission into the Bondi Beach terrorist attack

During a press conference on Monday afternoon, Anthony Albanese staunchly defended his decision to call for a review despite demands from the victims' families to launch a national inquiry.

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3 w. ago The immediate shock and terror of the Bondi shooting is giving way to anger and division. We must look for the light | Paul Daley

Some politicians have gone straight for the darkness, seeking to foment racial division. But we need community now more than everVictims of Bondi beach shootingTen minutes of terror: how the Bondi mass shooting unfolded in real time – videoFollow the latest live updatesAs Australia winds down for a traditional Christmas holiday across languorous days of beach and blistering heat set to the soundtrack of Test cricket and cicada song, this year the country’s summer mood feels, sadly, like none before.It would be a dramatic understatement to describe the national disposition after the antisemitic terrorist attack on Australian Jews during Bondi Hanukah celebrations as one of mere ennui. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Australia announces tougher hate speech laws in wake of Bondi terrorist attack

Federal police also confirmed further searches would be carried out in the coming days.

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3 w. ago Bondi terror attack: Naveed Akram charged with 59 offences after 15 people killed at Hanukah celebration

Sydney man, 24, charged with 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act after waking from comaFull report: Bondi terror attack Victims of Bondi beach shootingWhat we know so far about the Bondi terror attack Follow the latest live updatesThe alleged Bondi attacker who survived a shootout with police has been charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act in what investigators allege may have been “inspired by Isis”.New South Wales police charged Naveed Akram, 24, on Wednesday, after he was arrested at the scene and taken to a Sydney hospital with critical injuries on Sunday night. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Lewis Capaldi addresses Bondi terrorist attack on stage at Adelaide leg of Aussie tour

Lewis Capaldi took a moment to honour the victims of the Bondi Beach massacre during his Australian tour. 

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3 w. ago Bondi Beach terror attack: 'Australia felt like a very safe place to be Jewish'

Emily Hilton grew up around Bondi Beach. She speaks to The Standard following the ‘shattering’ terrorist attack targeting Australia’s Jewish community

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3 w. ago Stunning theory emerges about why Bondi Beach hero did NOT fire weapon at terrorist

Ahmed Al-Ahmed disarmed and pointed a gun at terrorist Sajid Akrim during the Bondi Beach attack. Experts have explained why he didn't pull the trigger.

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3 w. ago Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by Islamic State

Australia’s federal police commissioner Krissy Barrett says a mass shooting in which 15 people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach was “a terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State."

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3 w. ago ‘My son is a hero’: Father praises man who stopped gunman in Bondi Beach terror attack

The parents of a man who disarmed a gunman during the antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach have hailed their son as a "hero."

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3 w. ago Bondi Beach gunman's excuse to mother before shooting rampage that killed 15

At least 16 people were killed in the terrorist attack targeting Jews at Bondi Beach with dozens of others being injured - alleged gunman Naveed Akram has since been arrested

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3 w. ago Michael Vaughan describes 'terrifying' scenes as he was caught in Sydney Bondi Beach attack

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has spoken after being caught up in the terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach

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3 w. ago Bondi beach mass shooting: what we know so far about the terrorist attack

Australia suffered one of its deadliest massacres in its history on Sunday when two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish celebrationBondi beach shooting live updatesFull reportVictims named so farAustralia experienced one of its deadliest mass shootings in its history on Sunday when two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish celebration at Bondi in Sydney. At least 16 people are dead, including one of the alleged killers.Here is what we know so far:On Sunday at 6.47pm local time, police and emergency services were called to Archer Park next to Sydney’s Bondi beach after reports of gunshots.Footage shared on social media showed two gunman firing continuously at a large group who had gathered to celebrate the Jewish festival of Hanukah.At least 16 people are dead, including one of the alleged shooters. Among the dead are holocaust survivor Alexander Kleytman, London-born rabbi Eli Schlanger, French national Dan Elkayam, businessman Reuven Morrison, retired police officer Peter Meagher and a 10-year...

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3 w. ago Mourners come together in London to pay tribute to victims of Bondi Beach terrorist attack that left 16 dead

At least 16 people, including a British-born rabbi, have died and 38 were injured when two 'terrorist' gunmen targeted a Jewish celebration at Bondi Beach on Sunday, Australian police said.

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3 w. ago Anthony Albanese visits the scene of the Bondi Beach terrorist massacre

Anthony Albanese has visited the site of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, as the government is criticised for failing to deal with rising antisemitism.

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