Condolence Motion – Bondi Terror Attack

Parliamentary Report: Condolence Motion

Angie Bell MP: "Condolences Are Not Enough" — Action Demanded Following Bondi Terror

Member for Moncrieff Addressing Parliament | Date: 20 January 2026

Angie Bell MP stood in the House today to address the horrific events of December 14 at Bondi Beach, making it clear that thoughts and prayers are no longer a sufficient response for the Gold Coast community.

Reporter's Note: Angie Bell spoke with real emotion today. It was an incredibly impressive address; her words were well-considered and carried the weight of a community in mourning. Most importantly, she did not shy away from the hard truths, pointedly calling out the far left and the dangerous rise of extremism.

The Bondi attack, which claimed 15 lives including a 10-year-old child, was described by Ms. Bell as a despicable act of terror targeting innocent Australians celebrating Hanukkah. Addressing the gallery, she offered the heartfelt sympathy of the Gold Coast: Shalom Aleichem—peace be upon you.

73 Lifesavers Honoured: As co-chair of Parliamentary Friends of Surf Lifesaving, Ms. Bell highlighted the bravery of the 73 volunteer lifeguards at Bondi who went way outside their comfort zones to save lives that day.

Confronting the "New Normal"

In a moment of significant moral clarity, Ms. Bell identified the sources of rising tension. She specifically called out the far left and radical Islamist extremists, demanding that all forms of hatred be confronted head-on.

Key points from the address included:

• The unacceptable reality of Jewish families requiring security at kindergartens and homes.
• The failure of the government’s primary responsibility to protect its citizens.
• A rejection of the silence that allows anti-Jewish hatred to fester.

“Today’s compromise is tomorrow’s new normal.”
— Rabbi Adi Cohen (Quoted by Angie Bell MP)

Ms. Bell argued that protecting free speech and protecting the Jewish community are inseparable, as freedom allows minorities to call out the very extremism that threatens them.

As the community mourns, the focus turns to the resolve for leadership. A nation that tolerates hatred through silence will eventually pay a far higher price.

For more information on the motion and legislative response:

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