Key Points
- The New South Wales parliament passes post-Bondi law changes on gun ownership and protest.
- Western Australians are being urged to closely watch for fire warnings during the Christmas and New Year holiday, as the state is expected to experience a severe heatwave in the coming week.
- Motorists are being urged to slow down and drive safely during the holiday period, with double demerits in effect in parts of the country—including NSW, the ACT and Western Australia—alongside the ongoing police Operation Christmas and New Year 2025, which runs until Sunday, 4 January 2026.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Opposition leader Sussan Ley have delivered their Christmas messages, noting that this season will be different for many due to the tragedy of the Bondi shooting.
- The Philippine President expresses his hope for a peaceful Christmas season in his holiday message, urging Filipinos to celebrate responsibly by eating in moderation and avoiding the use of fireworks during the festivities.
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