Latest updates on the Bondi Beach attack

15 December 2025 | Council News

Updated: 18 December, 5.20pm

A property collection centre has been opened at Waverley for members of the public who left items behind at Bondi Beach on Sunday.
The collection centre is at Waverley College, Gate 10, Henrietta Street, Waverley and will open daily from 8am to 6pm until next Wednesday.

Those looking for lost items should bring identification documents.

Members of the public who attend the collection point are asked to remain patient and respectful during the process.

Support services will be at the centre to assist attendees.

Updated: 17 December,  4.40pm

Due to the current situation on the ground, Waverley Council has made the decision to cancel New Year's Eve events at Bondi Beach, including elrow XXL Bondi and Local's Lawn.

Updated: 17 December, 3.00pm

NSW Police partially reopen roads in Bondi

Members of the public are being advised road access around Bondi will be partially reopened today following the terror act earlier this week.

NSW Police established a crime scene at Bondi Park, Bondi, along Queen Elizabeth Drive, following a public place shooting on Sunday 14 December 2025.

Following an extensive analysis of the crime scene and surrounding area, NSW Police will reopen some roads to vehicles and public transport from 2pm today (Wednesday 17 December 2025).

Northbound traffic will reopen on Campbell Parade, from the intersection of Queen Elizabeth Drive, where members of the public are able to access and remove their vehicles.

NSW Police continue to hold the crime scene and members of the public are unable to access the area.

  • Queen Elizabeth Drive will remain closed at the intersection of Campbell Parade.
  • All southbound traffic from Brighton Boulevarde to Beach Road will remain closed.
  • There will be no access from Wairoa Avenue onto Campbell Parade travelling south.

Further updates about the reopening of other roads, and collection of cars and property will be provided when available.

NSW Police is working with Transport for NSW to facilitate the reopening of the roads.

Members of the public are reminded to follow all directions of police officers.

Updated: 17 December, 1.43pm

Are you feeling overwhelmed following the Bondi Beach Incident? You are not alone. We have created a dedicated page for the range of support and resources available to you.

Updated: 17 December, 7.40am

Please read the outcome of Council's emergency meeting on 16 December, including a $100,000 financial commitment from Council’s operating budget towards community organisations providing direct support to affected members of the Jewish community.

Updated: 15 December, 12.06pm

As the gravity of yesterday’s deplorable terror attack at Bondi Beach sinks in, our hearts are with the victims, their loved ones, our Jewish residents and the entire Waverley community.

Now is a time for shared grief and reflection, as well as supporting each other during the difficult days, weeks and months ahead.

We urge all Australians to come together to reject hatred and violence in all forms.

Antisemitism is not just a problem for Jewish people – it is a threat to all Australians and our way of life.

As we have seen, hatred has far-reaching and devastating consequences. Together, we must all take a stand to ensure Jewish Australians feel safe and supported.

Our community is beautiful, strong and resilient.

As we come to terms with this horrific attack, we know all Australians will be holding Waverley in their hearts and prayers.

Thank you to everyone who has expressed support and love to our community during this time.

Waverley Council will convene an emergency meeting on Tuesday where its response to this tragedy will be discussed.

More information will be shared in due course.

There is still a huge police presence at Bondi Beach, as they work as quickly as possible through the active crime scene. The beach and Bondi Pavilion are closed until further notice.

Blood donations are urgently needed for survivors, and we urge anyone who is able to donate to visit lifeblood.com.au, call 13 14 95 or download the free Donate Blood app.

A flower memorial space has been established at the rear of Bondi Pavilion and is now open to the public to pay their respects.

An online condolence book has also been established, and people are invited to share their personal messages and tributes at nsw.gov.au/bondibeachattack.

The NSW Government has made a range supports and resources available. A full list is available at nsw.gov.au/bondibeachattack.

Updated: 15 December, 7.41am

The entire Waverley community mourns this devastating loss of life and horrific display of senseless violence.

This is a senseless, depraved and deplorable terror attack on the Jewish community. To kill and maim innocent attendees at a Jewish event to celebrate one of the most important events on the Jewish calendar, within a suburb known for its proud Jewish community, must be condemned in the strongest terms.

We pray for the victims of this senseless violence and pray for those injured.

Everything possible must be done to protect and support our Jewish community during this time.

Council sends its sincere thanks and gratitude to the enormous number of police and emergency service personnel who responded swiftly to Bondi Beach.

We also commend the extraordinary bravery of community first responders, including surf lifesavers, Council staff and community members, who came to the immediate assistance of some of the wounded.

Many ran towards danger to render first aid and help bystanders shelter. Many have remained at the scene into the night, assisting police and emergency services.

Council will continue to assist NSW Police with their investigation into this attack.

The public are requested not to visit Bondi Beach on Monday. Council will be closing the beach while investigations continue.

Information about NSW Government resources and support: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/bondi-beach-attack

A note from Mayor Will Nemesh:

This is a despicable and cowardly display of terror targeted at our Waverley community, and in particular our Jewish community.

We grieve and mourn the victims of this violence and pray for all those impacted.

We thank and recognise all those who put their lives on the line to protect innocent civilians today.

As a community, we must stand firm together in solidarity to honour the victims and support each other during this tragic time.