Overview
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese led a condolence motion, read the names of the 15 victims and observed a minute of silence as families and first responders watched from the galleries.
- Australia will hold a national day of mourning on January 22 themed “Light will win — a gathering of unity and remembrance,” featuring a 7:01pm nationwide silence and flags at half‑mast.
- National institutions in Canberra and New South Wales will be illuminated, a ‘15 Pillars of Light’ installation will be displayed, and Australians are encouraged to light candles and perform mitzvahs.
- The government will introduce gun law reforms in a standalone bill, pursue hate‑crime and migration measures separately, and drop the previously drafted racial vilification clause due to lack of support.
- A Commonwealth royal commission led by former High Court Justice Virginia Bell AC will examine the attack and related issues, with a final report due December 4, 2026, as police maintain the IS‑inspiration allegation against the father‑and‑son suspects.