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Security Tightened for Ashes Test After Bondi Attack

1/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

New South Wales police will heighten security at the Ashes Test in Sydney after the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15 people on December 14.
A tribute to first responders will occur before the match.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns said the army could protect Jewish sites and the Community Security Group could be armed for public events.
He said heightened security may be confronting but is necessary for safety.

History

Historical Context

The Bondi Beach attack on December 14, 2025, marked Australia's deadliest terror incident, killing 15 during a Hanukkah celebration. This event echoes the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, which similarly heightened security measures at public gatherings. Following the attack, New South Wales Premier Chris Minns proposed military support for Jewish sites, indicating a shift towards more militarized responses to urban threats amid rising antisemitism.

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Story summary

New South Wales police will heighten security at the Ashes Test in Sydney after the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15 people on December 14.
A tribute to first responders will occur before the match.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns said the army could protect Jewish sites and the Community Security Group could be armed for public events.
He said heightened security may be confronting but is necessary for safety.

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