Government publishes terms for Bondi intelligence investigation

The Albanese Government has initiated a review into intelligence and law enforcement agencies following the Bondi Beach terror attack, led by former intelligence chief Dennis Richardson. The probe aims to assess agency performance, information sharing, and whether additional measures could have prevented the attack, with a report expected by April. Prime Minister Albanese has resisted calls for a royal commission, opting instead for a state-level inquiry. The attack, which resulted in 15 deaths, raised questions about police presence and the attackers’ prior surveillance by counter-terrorism units.