Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Thursday, January 8, 2026. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH/AAPIMAGE
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack. After weeks of resisting increasing calls for a federal inquiry, he confirmed on Thursday afternoon, following a cabinet meeting, that a Commonwealth royal commission would be established. The inquiry will focus on antisemitism and social cohesion and will be led by former High Court Justice Virginia Bell, 74.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack. After weeks of resisting increasing calls for a federal inquiry, he confirmed on Thursday afternoon, following a cabinet meeting, that a Commonwealth royal commission would be established. The inquiry will focus on antisemitism and social cohesion and will be led by former High Court Justice Virginia Bell, 74.
