SYDNEY — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a comprehensive review of the country’s police and national intelligence agencies following the deadly terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, which left 15 people dead and shocked the nation.

“The ISIS-inspired atrocity last Sunday reinforces the rapidly changing security environment in our nation,” Albanese said, referring to the Islamic State group.

“Our security agencies must be in the best position to respond.”

The attack, in which two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish festival at one of Sydney’s most iconic beaches, has been formally declared a terrorist incident.

Police say the attackers were motivated by Islamic State ideology. One of the gunmen, Naveed Akram, 24, has been charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act. His father was also killed during the assault.

Albanese said the review, to be completed by April 2026, will examine whether Australia’s federal law enforcement and intelligence bodies have the appropriate powers, structures and information-sharing arrangements to counter extremism effectively.

“The Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet will assess whether our agencies are equipped to keep Australians safe in the wake of the horrific antisemitic Bondi Beach terrorist attack,” he said.

The announcement came as Australia marked a national day of reflection on Sunday. A minute’s silence was observed at 6:47 p.m., the exact time the attack began one week earlier.

Albanese was met with boos and jeers upon arriving at a public memorial event in Sydney, with at least one protester shouting accusations at the prime minister before being restrained by police.

In response to the attack, the federal government has also announced plans to tighten gun laws, including a new gun buyback scheme, while the New South Wales government is pushing tougher measures on hate speech.

Earlier on Sunday, Governor-General Samantha Mostyn addressed a vigil in Bondi hosted by the National Council of Jewish Women Australia, affirming the Jewish community’s place in Australian society.

Despite the trauma, signs of resilience have emerged.

Bondi Beach has gradually returned to daily life, with surfers and runners back along the promenade.

Children’s surf club activities resumed over the weekend, a symbolic step toward healing.

Local surf lifesaving volunteers, some of whom were among the first responders during the attack, have been widely praised for their actions.

One lifeguard was photographed running from a neighbouring beach carrying emergency medical equipment to assist victims. — Agencies