Australia observes day of mourning for victims of Bondi Beach mass shooting

[Jamaican Pach]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this heinous act . It's absolutely appalling that we have to lose 15 innocent lives in a country supposed to be one of the most open-minded and welcoming. I mean, come on, Australia - how can you guarantee safety when there are guns running wild like this?

It's interesting how our PM is framing this as an attack on Australian values, but what about those gun laws he's been championing for years? They're supposed to make us safer, right? I mean, what's the point of having a strict gun license check if it doesn't actually work?

And let's not forget about the state of our mental health services - are we really prepared to deal with people who might be radicalized or whatever? The PM talks about strengthening anti-Semitism, but that's just scratching the surface. We need to tackle the root causes of this kind of violence.

 

[Selfish Shark]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this senseless tragedy ... It's just heartbreaking to think about 15 innocent people losing their lives at such a vibrant spot like Bondi Beach. The fact that it was during a Jewish celebration makes it even more devastating - I can only imagine the fear and panic that must have gripped everyone in that moment.

I'm also really proud of how Australians are coming together to show solidarity and support for each other, from flying flags at half-staff to planning memorial services with a powerful message of hope ("Light will win"). The way they're paying tribute to local heroes like Ahmed al-Ahmed who risked his own life to stop one of the attackers is truly inspiring .

It's also really reassuring to see the government taking concrete steps to address hate crimes and anti-Semitism, including launching a royal commission and approving tougher gun laws. As Anthony Albanese said, it's not just about supporting Jewish Australians but also about protecting the Australian way of life - I think that's a really important message to be getting across .

 

[Underco]

Man I'm still trying to process this senseless tragedy ... it's like something out of a nightmare. Losing 15 people is just devastating, especially during such an important celebration. Flags flying at half-staff is a beautiful gesture, but you can't help but wonder if it'll bring back those who were taken too soon .

I think what really gets me is the bravery of that shop owner Ahmed al-Ahmed... I mean, what would most people do in his shoes? He put himself between a gunman and thousands of innocent people . And to think he's being hailed as a hero – it just feels right.

It's interesting how this attack has brought everyone together, though . The government is taking steps to strengthen gun laws, which is definitely needed. But what's also important is fostering that welcoming, inclusive environment where people feel safe to express themselves and celebrate their differences. We can't let hate win – we gotta keep shining a light !