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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Charlotte Graham-McLay,Kristen Gelineau and Rod McGuirk

Bondi beach was a laid-back haven before a mass shooting horror unfolded

Australia Shooting - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

It was a beautiful summer evening at Sydney's famous Bondi Beach, thronged on Sunday by thousands of people soaking up the lingering warmth or taking sunset dips in the sparkling sea. Nearby, a Hanukkah celebration attracted families of all faiths, drawn in by face painting for children, ice cream, an outdoor movie and a petting zoo.

Then mayhem erupted.

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