Antisemitism royal commission ends hearings but delays report to avoid ‘distraction’ from Bondi anniversary
Summary
The royal commission investigating antisemitism and social unity in Australia will delay its final report by four days to avoid overshadowing the anniversary memorials of the 2025 Bondi terror attack. Commissioner Virginia Bell refused calls to extend the inquiry period despite requests from community leaders and politicians who want more time to hear evidence.Key Facts
- Commissioner Virginia Bell will deliver the final report on antisemitism on December 18, 2027, instead of December 14 to avoid conflicting with Bondi attack memorials.
- The Bondi terror attack on December 14, 2025, involved two gunmen targeting Jewish Australians and caused 15 deaths.
- Some Jewish community leaders and parliament members asked to extend the commission to gather more evidence and hear more witnesses.
- Bell stated the commission has met its goals on time and did not seek significant delays.
- Senior officials say key policy actions depend on the commission’s recommendations.
- An open letter from top former military and intelligence leaders called for extending the commission to fully review extremism in Australia.
- Some parts of the inquiry were closed to the public because of ongoing criminal trials and national security reasons.
- A Liberal MP, Julian Leeser, unsuccessfully moved to extend the commission to fully investigate the causes and responsibilities behind the rise of antisemitism.
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