A mass shooting at Bondi Beach in the Australian city of Sydney has killed at least 12 people and wounded 11, including two police officers, police say. One man believed to be one of the shooters has been killed, while a second alleged shooter is in critical condition. Authorities designate shooting “terrorist” incident, say it was “designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah”.


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At least 10 people have reportedly been killed in a mass shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Australia's Sydney on Sunday. One of the two shooters involved in the firing incident is also among the dead, according to reports. The identity of the shooters has yet not been confirmed.


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A mass shooting at Bondi Beach in the Australian city of Sydney has killed at least 12 people and wounded 11, including two police officers, police say. One man believed to be one of the shooters has been killed, while a second alleged shooter is in critical condition. Authorities designate shooting “terrorist” incident, say it was “designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah”.

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At least 12 people have reportedly been killed in a mass shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Australia's Sydney on Sunday. One of the two shooters involved in the firing incident is also among the dead, according to reports. The identity of the shooters has yet not been confirmed.


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Australia was shaken on Sunday evening after a mass shooting that occurred at Sydney’s Bondi Beach leaving at least ten people dead, including the suspected shooter, according to the police. This incident occurred at one of the world’s most famous beaches, typically crowded with locals and tourists, particularly on warm weekend evenings and is now being called as one of the deadliest gun attacks in the country in recent years. Police responded to reports of multiple gunshots early on Sunday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;Several videos being shared on social media showed people fleeing the beachfront as first responders treated victims on the sand. Many injured can seen lying on the ground while paramedics worked to stabilise them. Police said the investigation was ongoing and two people are in custody. Australia has strict gun laws and mass shootings are rare, which has amplified the shock surrounding the Bondi attack. Here are 10 key points that we know so far:-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>10 Key points:</h2>1. Police have confirmed that ten people were killed in the shooting, including one shooter.2. About thirteen people were taken to hospital, according to a New South Wales Ambulance spokesperson. Several others were treated at the scene, the Guardian said. NSW Ambulance said it was called to Bondi Beach at about 6.45 pm after reports of multiple people being shot.3. Shortly before 8 pm, police said two people were in custody and that the active shooters had been “neutralised”.4. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incident "shocking and distressing", adding that “emergency responders are on the ground and working to save lives”, according to Reuters.5. Witnesses reported ‘two shooters in black’ seen at the site after multiple shots were heard at the iconic tourist location. A witness told AFP that the shooters carried semi-automatic rifles.6. Police has said that two people are in custody7. Hanukkah event under way: An event celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah was taking place at the beach when the shooting happened.8. Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Jewish people who had gone to light the first candle of the Hanukkah holiday on the beach had been attacked by "vile terrorists".9. Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar took to social media platform, X, saying that Australia had been warned about potential attacks on Jews, calling the incident a “murderous shooting attack”.10. Australian authorities have not confirmed a motive and say investigations are ongoing.&nbsp;

Police said the investigation was ongoing and two people are in custody. Australia has strict gun laws and mass shootings are rare, which has amplified the shock surrounding the Bondi attack. Here are 10 key points that we know so far

Australia was shaken on Sunday evening after a mass shooting that occurred at Sydney’s Bondi Beach leaving at least ten people dead, including the suspected shooter, according to the police. This incident occurred at one of the world’s most famous beaches, typically crowded with locals and tourists, particularly on warm weekend evenings and is now being called as one of the deadliest gun attacks in the country in recent years. Police responded to reports of multiple gunshots early on Sunday evening. Several videos being shared on social media showed people fleeing the beachfront as first responders treated victims on the sand. Many injured can seen lying on the ground while paramedics worked to stabilise them. Police said the investigation was ongoing and two people are in custody. Australia has strict gun laws and mass shootings are rare, which has amplified the shock surrounding the Bondi attack. Here are 10 key points that we know so far:- 10 Key points: 1. Police have confirmed that ten people were killed in the shooting, including one shooter. 2. About thirteen people were taken to hospital, according to a New South Wales Ambulance spokesperson. Several others were treated at the scene, the Guardian said. NSW Ambulance said it was called to Bondi Beach at about 6.45 pm after reports of multiple people being shot. 3. Shortly before 8 pm, police said two people were in custody and that the active shooters had been “neutralised”. 4. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incident "shocking and distressing", adding that “emergency responders are on the ground and working to save lives”, according to Reuters. 5. Witnesses reported ‘two shooters in black’ seen at the site after multiple shots were heard at the iconic tourist location. A witness told AFP that the shooters carried semi-automatic rifles. 6. Police has said that two people are in custody 7. Hanukkah event under way: An event celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah was taking place at the beach when the shooting happened. 8. Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Jewish people who had gone to light the first candle of the Hanukkah holiday on the beach had been attacked by "vile terrorists". 9. Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar took to social media platform, X, saying that Australia had been warned about potential attacks on Jews, calling the incident a “murderous shooting attack”. 10. Australian authorities have not confirmed a motive and say investigations are ongoing.

Police said the investigation was ongoing and two people are in custody. Australia has strict gun laws and mass shootings are rare, which has amplified the shock surrounding the Bondi attack. Here are 10 key points that we know so far

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Several people were injured after two gunmen opened fire at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday evening, police said.


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Several people were injured after two gunmen opened fire at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday evening, police said.



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On a quiet dairy farm in Western Australia, the cows decide when they want to be milked. No farmers, no dawn routine, just robotics, solar power, and battery storage. At the Mostert Family Dairy, Holstein cows walk into the milking stall voluntarily, encouraged by tasty feed. Robotic arms clean, attach teat cups, and monitor milk flow, quality, and cow health, giving farmers a real-time window into their herd.


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Australia has become the first country to ban social media for children under 16, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasizing the importance of this change for children's well-being and mental health. Albanese has urged young people to adapt to the ban by engaging in offline activities and seeking support from parents, teachers, and helplines if they feel distressed.


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Australia has introduced a landmark law banning social media platforms for users under 16, aiming to protect children from online harms and mental health risks. The move has ignited a global debate on children’s digital rights, with advocates praising the initiative as a step toward safer online spaces and critics questioning its impact on privacy and freedom of expression.

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Australia has become the first country to ban social media for children under 16, citing concerns over mental health, online safety, and exposure to harmful content. Platforms will now face strict regulations, and parents will play a key role in monitoring usage. This landmark decision could influence global policies on teen internet access and reshape the way young people engage online.

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Tech giant Meta has begun removing minors below 16 years of age in Australia from its platforms Instagram, Threads and Facebook ahead of the country’s world-first youth social media ban.


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Australia's new law banning social media for under-16s has sparked global outrage. Teenagers are asking what about our friendship? Why are we punished for the deeds of tech giants? Teenagers are now looking using VPNs and fake IDs to stay online. Governments hail it as protection; kids call it digital censorship. Is this the start of a worldwide crackdown or a global rebellion?


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Tech giant Meta has begun removing minors below 16 years of age in Australia from its platforms Instagram, Threads and Facebook ahead of the country’s world-first youth social media ban.

“While we are working hard to remove all users who we understand to be under the age of 16 by 10 December, compliance with the law will be an ongoing and multilayered process,” a Meta spokesperson said on Thursday.

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Australia’s bushfire season has turned deadly as intense fires rage north of Sydney, threatening communities, wildlife, and critical infrastructure. With extreme weather conditions fuelling the flames, authorities have issued urgent warnings and mobilised firefighting resources across the region.

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Defiant England captain Ben Stokes says he will not allow intense media attention to stop him enjoying Australia, calling it preferable to being back home where it is "miserable, freezing cold and dark" at this time of year. The team's every move is being scrutinised on the five-Test Ashes tour, with players followed through the airport, on golf courses and on a trip to an aquarium. Stokes and other players were snapped this week riding electric scooters around Brisbane without helmets, prompting a front-page "Pommy Idiots" headline from the city's Courier-Mail newspaper on Thursday. Not wearing a helmet is punishable by a fine under Queensland state law, with police saying they had "engaged with those persons to inform and educate them on compliance requirements".&nbsp;Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-aussie-opener-khawaja-out-of-brisbane-test-who-will-open-now-1764659426367">Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now?</a>&nbsp;"If they (the media) think it is going to stop us enjoying this country when we have time off, then it is not going to do that," he told the BBC. “Australia is the best country to tour away from cricket. There are so many things to do. You can go out and about and see things that only Australia has to offer, great golf courses, coffee shops and easy places to have lunch.”&nbsp;He added that having down time was important for players to take the pressure off.&nbsp;"We are human," he said. "We need to enjoy countries when we get the opportunity because we live in England, where it is miserable, freezing cold and dark at 4 pm."&nbsp;England are preparing for the second Test in Brisbane, starting Thursday. They lost the series opener in Perth by eight wickets inside two days.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;

Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him.

Defiant England captain Ben Stokes says he will not allow intense media attention to stop him enjoying Australia, calling it preferable to being back home where it is "miserable, freezing cold and dark" at this time of year. The team's every move is being scrutinised on the five-Test Ashes tour, with players followed through the airport, on golf courses and on a trip to an aquarium. Stokes and other players were snapped this week riding electric scooters around Brisbane without helmets, prompting a front-page "Pommy Idiots" headline from the city's Courier-Mail newspaper on Thursday. Not wearing a helmet is punishable by a fine under Queensland state law, with police saying they had "engaged with those persons to inform and educate them on compliance requirements". Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him. Also read | Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now? "If they (the media) think it is going to stop us enjoying this country when we have time off, then it is not going to do that," he told the BBC. “Australia is the best country to tour away from cricket. There are so many things to do. You can go out and about and see things that only Australia has to offer, great golf courses, coffee shops and easy places to have lunch.” He added that having down time was important for players to take the pressure off. "We are human," he said. "We need to enjoy countries when we get the opportunity because we live in England, where it is miserable, freezing cold and dark at 4 pm." England are preparing for the second Test in Brisbane, starting Thursday. They lost the series opener in Perth by eight wickets inside two days. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

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Australian authorities have taken four men from Sydney into custody after uncovering what they describe as an international child-abuse network with disturbing “occult” elements. The breakthrough came during a New South Wales Police investigation into encrypted online forums used to circulate graphic child-abuse content featuring ritualistic imagery. The arrests were made last Thursday. All four men now face charges for possessing, distributing, and helping run a platform used to exchange extremely violent child exploitation material. According to police, the website involved was operated from several countries.&nbsp;Sex Crimes Squad Detective Superintendent Jayne Doherty briefed the media on Monday (December 1), calling the case one of the most distressing her team has handled. She emphasised that while all crimes against children are horrific, the content in this probe contained torture and ritual-linked symbolism that pushed it into an even darker realm.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-meets-macron-in-paris-to-shore-up-support-for-ukraine-as-trump-pushes-plan-to-end-war-1764595148647">Zelensky meets Macron in Paris to shore up support for Ukraine as Trump pushes&nbsp;plan&nbsp;to&nbsp;end&nbsp;war</a>&nbsp;Investigators say one of the accused, 26-year-old Landon Germanotta-Mills, allegedly held a senior role in the network’s operations. He has been charged with 14 offences, including additional counts for disseminating and possessing bestiality material. The other arrested men have been identified as Stuart Woods Riches (39), Mark Andrew Sendecky (42) and Benjamin Raymond Drysdale (46).&nbsp;Police seized thousands of videos showing the abuse of children ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds. Doherty said the nature of the discussions within the group raised immediate fears about any minors the men might have access to in their daily lives. Authorities are now working urgently to identify potential victims and ensure their safety.&nbsp;At this stage, detectives do not believe the four Sydney suspects filmed any of the abuse themselves. Investigators have yet to determine where the footage originated, and no victim has been identified so far. Australian authorities are collaborating with international partners to trace the source of the material and locate the perpetrators who created it.All four men have been denied bail and are set to appear in court again in late January.

Four men in Sydney were arrested for distributing horrific child abuse material linked to satanic rituals. Police are working internationally to identify victims

Australian authorities have taken four men from Sydney into custody after uncovering what they describe as an international child-abuse network with disturbing “occult” elements. The breakthrough came during a New South Wales Police investigation into encrypted online forums used to circulate graphic child-abuse content featuring ritualistic imagery. The arrests were made last Thursday. All four men now face charges for possessing, distributing, and helping run a platform used to exchange extremely violent child exploitation material. According to police, the website involved was operated from several countries. Sex Crimes Squad Detective Superintendent Jayne Doherty briefed the media on Monday (December 1), calling the case one of the most distressing her team has handled. She emphasised that while all crimes against children are horrific, the content in this probe contained torture and ritual-linked symbolism that pushed it into an even darker realm. Also Read: Zelensky meets Macron in Paris to shore up support for Ukraine as Trump pushes plan to end war Investigators say one of the accused, 26-year-old Landon Germanotta-Mills, allegedly held a senior role in the network’s operations. He has been charged with 14 offences, including additional counts for disseminating and possessing bestiality material. The other arrested men have been identified as Stuart Woods Riches (39), Mark Andrew Sendecky (42) and Benjamin Raymond Drysdale (46). Police seized thousands of videos showing the abuse of children ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds. Doherty said the nature of the discussions within the group raised immediate fears about any minors the men might have access to in their daily lives. Authorities are now working urgently to identify potential victims and ensure their safety. At this stage, detectives do not believe the four Sydney suspects filmed any of the abuse themselves. Investigators have yet to determine where the footage originated, and no victim has been identified so far. Australian authorities are collaborating with international partners to trace the source of the material and locate the perpetrators who created it. All four men have been denied bail and are set to appear in court again in late January.

Four men in Sydney were arrested for distributing horrific child abuse material linked to satanic rituals. Police are working internationally to identify victims

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The Australian government said young children will be banned from social media next month as scheduled despite a rights advocacy group on Wednesday challenging the world-first legislation in court. The Sydney-based Digital Freedom Project said it had filed a constitutional challenge in the High Court on Wednesday to a law due to take effect on Dec. 10 banning Australian children younger than 16 from holding accounts on specified platforms.


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Australian Senator Pauline Hanson has caused a major uproar in Parliament after a controversial burqa stunt. The stunt sparked nationwide debate over political decorum, cultural sensitivity, and freedom of expression. Lawmakers and citizens reacted strongly, with discussions on media, social platforms, and political circles highlighting the incident’s implications for Australia’s parliamentary standards and public discourse.

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Australian far-right leader Pauline Hanson sparked nationwide controversy after wearing a burqa inside the Australian Parliament, reigniting her calls for a national ban. The stunt drew strong criticism from lawmakers, religious leaders, and civil rights advocates, who called it disrespectful and Islamophobic. Hanson defended her actions as a political statement, but the move has intensified debates around religious freedom, national security, and multiculturalism in Australia.

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The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) hosted a dynamic session on “Pitching Partnerships: India–Australia Synergies in Sports Development” at its 15th Global Sports Summit 'Turf 2025' highlighting new opportunities and shared ambitions between the two countries.&nbsp;Setting the tone, moderator Molina Asthana acknowledged cricket as a longstanding bridge between India and Australia and stressed that “sport, and especially cricket, connects communities and builds lasting friendships.”&nbsp;The panel featured Roshena Campbell, Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne; David Gallop, Chair of Venues NSW; Neil Maxwell, veteran sports executive; Kshitij Punj, COO, 3rd Eye TV in the dias. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-here-s-where-india-will-sit-in-wtc-standings-after-guwahati-test-with-rishabh-pant-set-for-captaincy-debut-1763720501751">IND vs SA: Here's where India will sit in WTC standings after Guwahati Test</a>&nbsp;David Gallop reflected on the energy of bilateral sporting ties, noting, “Just a couple of Saturdays ago, India played Australia in an ODI in Sydney, drawing over 40,000 fans—proof of how our nations come together for great sporting moments.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Panelists discussed the transformative potential of technology in grassroots sports, and how leveraging stadiums and sports infrastructure for multiple purposes can make the sporting industry in both India and Australia more sustainable.&nbsp;&nbsp;The conversation also emphasized opportunity for wider trade, talent exchange, and people-to-people engagement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mercedes-chief-wolff-sells-part-of-his-mercedes-stake-to-american-businessman-1763723150142">Mercedes chief Wolff sells part of his Mercedes stake to American businessman</a>&nbsp;Roshena Campbell underlined the shared commitment to innovation and inclusion: “Our cities thrive when we bring together diverse communities through sport. It opens doors for talent, investment, and deeper connections.”&nbsp;The session concluded with a shared vision for robust Indo-Australian cooperation, inviting further collaboration to advance sport and societal ties&nbsp;across&nbsp;borders.

The session concluded with a shared vision for robust Indo-Australian cooperation, inviting further collaboration to advance sport and societal ties across borders.

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) hosted a dynamic session on “Pitching Partnerships: India–Australia Synergies in Sports Development” at its 15th Global Sports Summit 'Turf 2025' highlighting new opportunities and shared ambitions between the two countries. Setting the tone, moderator Molina Asthana acknowledged cricket as a longstanding bridge between India and Australia and stressed that “sport, and especially cricket, connects communities and builds lasting friendships.” The panel featured Roshena Campbell, Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne; David Gallop, Chair of Venues NSW; Neil Maxwell, veteran sports executive; Kshitij Punj, COO, 3rd Eye TV in the dias. Also Read - IND vs SA: Here's where India will sit in WTC standings after Guwahati Test David Gallop reflected on the energy of bilateral sporting ties, noting, “Just a couple of Saturdays ago, India played Australia in an ODI in Sydney, drawing over 40,000 fans—proof of how our nations come together for great sporting moments.” Panelists discussed the transformative potential of technology in grassroots sports, and how leveraging stadiums and sports infrastructure for multiple purposes can make the sporting industry in both India and Australia more sustainable. The conversation also emphasized opportunity for wider trade, talent exchange, and people-to-people engagement. Also Read - Mercedes chief Wolff sells part of his Mercedes stake to American businessman Roshena Campbell underlined the shared commitment to innovation and inclusion: “Our cities thrive when we bring together diverse communities through sport. It opens doors for talent, investment, and deeper connections.” The session concluded with a shared vision for robust Indo-Australian cooperation, inviting further collaboration to advance sport and societal ties across borders.

The session concluded with a shared vision for robust Indo-Australian cooperation, inviting further collaboration to advance sport and societal ties&nbsp;across&nbsp;borders.

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Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test, leaving Australia's pace bowling seriously depleted for the series opener against England in Perth.

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