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PM recalls parliament to fast-track hate speech and gun laws in wake of Bondi terror attack

MPs to return next week to debate new racial vilification offence, ‘hate preachers’ crackdown and gun buyback

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Bondi royal commission will bring 'momentum for change'

Australia's envoy to combat anti-Semitism has welcomed a federal inquiry into the Bondi attacks, saying the Jewish community will be able to air concerns.

AAP

Why Is There Controversy Around A Bondi Royal Commission? The Debate, Explained

Anthony Albanese caved to mounting pressure when announcing a national inquiry into the attacks this week. But what caused the delay?

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Pressure to widen the net on anti-vilification laws

The LGBTQI+ community and supporters are calling for hate speech laws to protect all minorities while acknowledging the need to crack down on anti-Semitism.

AAP

PM softens stance as pleas mount for royal commission

The prime minister has opened the door to a royal commission into a deadly terror attack as calls for an inquiry rise from within his party.

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Anthony Albanese insists his short, sharp review into the Bondi attack is enough. What can it examine and what is off limits?

Dennis Richardson will investigate the actions of security agencies and federal police. But critics argue only a royal commission can address the wider issue of antisemitism

The Guardian - AU

Minns won't lobby PM for national royal commission

The NSW premier will stay in his lane as calls continue to mount on the prime minister for a national royal commission into the Bondi terror attack.

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Tension on the streets, the mushroom trial circus and a devastating terrorist attack – looking back on Australia’s turbulent 2025

There was no shortage of grim and disturbing moments in a fractious year. But also a prime ministerial wedding, a miraculous survival story – and Valerie the dachshund

The Guardian - AU

Momentum for gender equality to build on big 2025 wins

Major steps towards gender equality in 2025 must be built on for Australia to further narrow the gender gap in politics, at home and in working life.

AAP

PM, opposition leader reflect on sombre Christmas ahead

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Sussan Ley have delivered messages of hope during a bittersweet Christmas festive period.

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'Lower the temperature': PM's plea after kidnap threat

A man has been charged with threatening the prime minister, prompting a call for a cooling of the fractious political debate.

AAP

Anthony Albanese was cruising to the summer break. Now his leadership faces its most serious test

Despite a landslide election victory little more than six months ago, the prime minister is facing a complex political landscape

The Guardian - AU

Australia PM Albanese accuses opposition of ‘politicising’ Bondi Beach terror attack

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese has said he "regrets the politicisation" of the Bondi Beach terror attack amid rising tensions in parliament.

The Independent UK

Gun laws accelerated as PM laments Bondi politicisation

There is no need for someone in suburban Sydney to own six long firearms, the prime minister has said as he reveals new measures to toughen up gun laws.

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Albanese says he feels ‘weight of responsibility’ after Bondi as Labor criticises Coalition for politicising terror attack

Katy Gallagher says opposition response ‘incredibly unfortunate’ after Sussan Ley launches broadside at Penny Wong

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Royal commission off table as PM says sorry for Bondi

Anthony Albanese continues to rebuff calls for a national royal commission into the Bondi massacre while apologising to the Jewish community.

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Peak Jewish body calls Labor’s plan to combat antisemitism an essential ‘first step’ but some warn it risks division

Critics of proposed changes in response to Bondi beach terror attack say they could be used to ‘pursue agendas that divide communities’

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: Anthony Albanese is forced into policy catch up after Bondi atrocity

In an extraordinary personal censure, Australia’s Jewish community effectively denied Anthony Albanese the role of being the nation’s chief public mourner in this week of national tragedy.

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PM lightning rod for anger as Bondi victims farewelled

Jewish Australians and the opposition have excoriated the prime minister's leadership in the wake of Australia's deadliest massacre in three decades.

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Albanese not invited to rabbi’s funeral, as Frydenberg calls for ban on ‘hate preachers’

In a stark reminder of the strong Jewish backlash against the prime minister, Anthony Albanese was not invited to attend the Wednesday funeral of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, among the first of the Bondi massacre victims to be farewelled.

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Take personal responsibility for Bondi deaths, PM told

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing blistering criticism over the government's response to anti-Semitism in the wake of the Bondi Beach shooting.

The Conversation

Labor maintains dominant lead in Redbridge poll despite expenses claims

Labor gained two points in a Redbridge national poll to take a 56–44 lead, despite the expenses claims occurring during the fieldwork period. Redbridge state polls have Victoria tied 50–50, while Labor has a large lead in NSW.

The Guardian - AU

Bondi beach shooting: states agree on tougher gun laws after worst terror attack in Australian history

Gun owners would face limits on the number of weapons they can own and only Australian citizens would be able to hold a licence, prime minister says

The Guardian - AU

Bondi attack: vigils held as more than A$1m raised for man who tackled shooter – as it happened

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Attorney-General Rowland to repay some travel money; cost of government’s battery subsidy scheme explodes

As the expenses affairs continues to roll through the Albanese government like a wrecking ball, Attorney-General Michelle Rowland will repay some of the $21,685 she charged for a family holiday in Western Australia in 2023.

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