On Tuesday 10th February 2026, I offered my condolences to those affected by the Bondi attack
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Ms WATSON-BROWN (Ryan):
I was unable to speak earlier to the formal Bondi condolence motion brought to this Parliament, so I rise today to express my support for that motion.
My heart goes out to the victims of the horrific, anti-Semitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach on 14 December last year. I again extend my condolences to those victims, to their families, and to the whole Jewish community. It was an appalling, reprehensible act of terrorism targeting Jewish Australians at what should have been a joyous celebration.
15 lives cut far too short, including 10 year old Matilda. Her parents picked that name for her because it’s so iconically Australian.
We must remember what terrorism is, by definition, designed to do: and that is to sow hate and division. We must reject that hate and division. Across the board. That is what we in this parliament, as representatives of all Australians, have a serious responsibility to demonstrate and to uphold.
I reflect in gratitude on the incredible bravery of Ahmed Al Ahmed, who risked his life to save others. I thank the thousands of Australians who, in the days after the attack, donated much needed blood.
It is these acts of kindness that must define us as a nation.