Global News Podcast Australia: thousands attend Bondi Beach vigil
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Dec 15, 2025 
Katie Watson, Australia's correspondent, shares gripping on-the-ground details from the Bondi Beach vigil for the victims of a recent shooting, touching on community grief and heroic actions during the attack. Devina Gupta, a reporter from Delhi, highlights the dire air quality crisis and its health and economic repercussions, emphasizing the urgent need for policy changes. Mimi Swaby discusses Spain's recent fines imposed on Airbnb for unlicensed listings, exposing the delicate balance between tourism and local housing crises.
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Bondi Attack Carried Out By Father And Son
- The Bondi Beach attack was carried out by a father and son, one legally owning weapons and the other with prior IS links.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said they were not part of a wider extremist cell.
Local Hero Wrestled Gun From Attacker
- Ahmed Al-Ahmed wrestled a gun from one attacker and is hailed as a hero by his father.
- His action likely prevented further casualties during the Bondi shooting.
Bondi Vigil Filled With Flowers And Cards
- A vigil at Bondi Pavilion saw crowds lay flowers and cards remembering the victims.
- Community members expressed grief and called for peace and unity after the attack.
