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Terror at Bondi
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On December 14, 2025, Bondi Beach became the site of the deadliest terror attack on Australian soil - 15 innocent people killed when two gunmen opened fire on a Hanukkah celebration.
Built from eyewitness testimony and deeply personal stories gathered in the immediate aftermath, this series documents how a peaceful Sunday evening gathering became one of the darkest days in Australia’s history.
Through interviews recorded by reporters across the 2GB and Nine News teams, hear raw, unfiltered accounts from the scene; sharing their stories of fear and confusion, but also of remarkable acts of courage, bravery and humanity.
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Starting to Heal: Bondi Paddle-Out
Dec 2200:06:27Tap to summarizeIn a powerful show of unity and healing, five days on, thousands from the Bondi community gathered for a paddle-out to reclaim their beach. An image of resilience broadcast around the world, sending a clear message - This community will not be broken - it is stronger than the darkness of that day. One of the organisers, David Solsky, spoke with Karl and Sarah on Today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Teen's Brave Act: “Spread The Light In The Darkness”
Dec 2200:13:50Tap to summarizeAn act of extraordinary courage by a teenage girl - In a moment of instinctive, selfless bravery she ran from safety to shield two toddlers from the gunfire. The 14-year-old was shot in the leg while using her own body to protect them. For legal reasons she can't be named, but she shared her incredible story with Erin Ramsay for A Current Affair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Reuven Morrison "My Dad Was A Hero"
Dec 2200:09:54Tap to summarizeReuven Morrison died a hero. His final act of bravery has been seen around the world - chasing after one of the gunman who'd just been disarmed, hurling objects at him. His daughter, Sheina Gutnick sat down with Ally Langdon on A Current Affair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Family Separated Trying To Escape
Dec 2100:04:31Tap to summarizeSchmel and Yael were at the Hanukkah event with seven of their 10 children. When the shooting began, they threw themselves over two who were within reach to protect them. But in the chaos and panic, they were separated from their other children - and describe the horrifying moments they searched for eachother while gunshots rang out. Their story was shared by reporter Erin Ramsay on A Current Affair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Tibor Weitzen "He Shielded Mum"
Dec 2100:05:40Tap to summarizeGreat grandfather Tibor Weitzen was killed in the Bondi terror attack. The 78-year-old died a hero, shielding his wife from the shooters. They were married for 56 years. His daughter Hannah shared his story with Karl and Sarah on Today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Shooter's Chilling Words Before Attack
Dec 2100:03:36Tap to summarize24-year-old Naveed Akram is now an accused terrorist - charged with 59 offences including 15 counts of murder. On December 14, a former colleague immediately recognised him as one of the gunmen in the photos. In this exclusive interview with Steve Marshall, for A Current Affair, he shared shocking new details about the alleged shooter, including some of his chilling final words before he left his job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Peter Meagher “He Lived A Life Of Service”
Dec 2000:10:28Tap to summarizePeter Meagher lost his life at Bondi on December 14. The former police officer was working as a photographer at the Hannukah event. He was a much-loved and respected member of the Randwick Rugby community. His friends and club mates paid tribute on Today with Karl and Sarah, and with James Willis on 2GB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →The Bravery of Bondi's Lifeguards: Bruce 'Hoppo' Hopkins
Dec 1900:17:35Tap to summarizeBondi's Lifeguards shared their stories with Leila McKinnon for A Current Affair - Head Lifeguard Bruce 'Hoppo' Hopkins praising his team. Many of them were among the first to spring into action that night. Without hesitation, and under fire, they ran to help the injured - instinctively protecting the community they serve every day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →"It's A Miracle That He's Alive"
Dec 1900:04:07Tap to summarize86-year-old Semyon Teplitsky was shot in the attack. His daughter Victoria says his partner used her belt as a emergency tourniquet and saved his life. While waiting for him to undergo further surgeries, Victoria shared his story with Karl and Sarah on Today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Story Of Survival
Dec 1900:04:28Tap to summarizeA survivor of December 14, Vlad had been celebrating at the Hanukkah event with his eight-year-old son. Just metres from the gunmen on the footbridge, he threw himself over his child as the unimaginable unfolded around them. Speaking with 2GB’s Luke Grant, Vlad reflects on the miracle of their survival, and the gratitude he feels to be celebrating his son’s birthday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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