PM Albanese announces Federal Royal Commission to investigate Bondi Beach terror attack

After weeks of pressure from the Opposition and Jewish groups, PM Albanese announced the Federal Royal Commission, which Opposition Leader Susan Ley called an important decision for the country.

(L-R) Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn, Governor-General of NSW Margaret Beazley, Prime Misnister Anthony Albanese, and NSW Premier Chris Minns following the funeral service of former NSW Police Detective Sergeant Peter 'Marzo' Meagher, who died in the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, at St Mary's Cathedral in Sydney, Wednesday, January 7, 2026. (AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / BIANCA DE MARCHI/AAPIMAGE

Key Points

• PM Anthony Albanese announced the decision to establish a Federal Royal Commission following a cabinet meeting on 8 January 2026.
• The investigation will be led by former High Court justice Virginia Bell and will focus on issues of antisemitism and social cohesion.
• Both Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Susan Ley attended the funeral in Sydney of former police detective Peter Meagher, who was killed while taking photographs at a Hanukkah event during the Bondi Beach attack on 14 December 2025.

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