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New Zealand's Auckland kicks off 2026 celebrations with fireworks

Auckland has become the first major city to ring in 2026 with fireworks from Sky Tower

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

Key viewing spots for Sydney fireworks reach capacity as city urged to celebrate first New Year’s Eve since Bondi attack

NSW premier Chris Minns encourages Sydneysiders to ‘puff out your chest’, stating police on ‘high alert’ as more than 1 million people expected to celebrate in the city

The Guardian - AU · Dec 31, 2025

NSW may expand Jewish security organisation CSG’s right to carry guns after Bondi attack. How would it work?

What is the Community Security Group, what has Chris Minns actually proposed and what is the reaction to the plans?

The Guardian - AU · Dec 30, 2025

New Year revelry 'act of defiance' after Bondi terror

Partying in Sydney on New Year's Eve is an opportunity for people to thumb their noses at terrorists, says the premier in the wake of the attack at Bondi.

AAP · Dec 30, 2025

'Bring us together': PM holds firm on terrorist review

The federal government is remaining steadfast in its commitment to a mass shooting probe as Jewish communities continue to demand a full royal commission.

AAP · Dec 29, 2025

Fireworks, light shows and party zones: what’s on for New Year’s Eve in Australia’s capital cities?

From the Sydney Harbour fireworks to rooftop parties and a pop-up cinema in Melbourne, there are plenty of NYE events to bring in 2026

The Guardian - AU · Dec 29, 2025

Families of Bondi Beach victims demand more action on antisemitism and security

Victims’ families have penned an open letter demanding more action on antisemitism

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

‘My target was just to take the gun’: wounded hero Ahmed al-Ahmed speaks of saving lives at Bondi beach

‘I know I saved lots, but I feel sorry for the lost,’ Ahmed tells CBS News of those who died in Sydney attack on 14 December

The Guardian - UK · Dec 29, 2025

Police with machine guns at Sydney New Year’s Eve are part of ‘fundamental changes’ after Bondi, Minns says

NSW premier says some will find police presence confronting but ‘we won’t be mucking around’

The Guardian - AU · Dec 29, 2025

Strong security pledge as Jewish families plead with PM

The NSW premier has heralded a new chapter in the state's security protocols and resources following a deadly anti-Semitic terrorist attack.

AAP · Dec 28, 2025