Overview
- A national memorial service organised by Chabad of Bondi will begin at 7:00pm AEDT, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns speaking, and it will stream on YouTube and Sky News.
- A nationwide minute of silence will follow at 7:01pm AEDT, with major television and radio networks pausing broadcasts to lead the reflection.
- Landmarks will be illuminated as symbols of light and a 15 Pillars of Light installation will appear in Canberra and other cities, with flags at half-mast on Commonwealth and NSW government buildings.
- The observance is not a public holiday and it marks the first national day of mourning since Australia commemorated the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.
- Australians are encouraged to light candles, sign a virtual condolence book, and undertake one of 15 suggested mitzvot to honour the 15 victims.