From the Mayor: Solidarity with our Jewish community after Bondi Beach attack

Flags are flying at half-mast across the City and the nation today to honour the victims of the attack – an act of hatred that is irreconcilable with our values and way of life. 

Our thoughts are with everyone affected, from the loved ones of the victims to the emergency responders and members of the Jewish community here in the City of Stirling.

One of Western Australia’s most culturally diverse local governments, our City is proud to be home to a thriving Jewish community.

Half of all Jewish people in Western Australia live in the City of Stirling.

It is understandable that our Jewish residents may be feeling targeted and vulnerable in the wake of this tragedy.

We have reached out to the Jewish community to extend our solidarity and support – and we will continue to work closely with them in the weeks to come.

We have stepped up our Community Safety patrols in line with the response from WA Police.

Critically, this is a time for unity in our community, not division.

Australians of all races and religions have a right to feel safe and welcome in our community, so let us stand together in rejecting all forms of discrimination and violence.

If you want to help after the Bondi Beach attack and you are eligible to donate blood, I urge you to make an appointment by calling Lifeblood on 13 14 95 or visiting the Lifeblood website.

Blood stocks around the country are low, particularly O- and O+, and more blood will be required over the coming weeks.

If you would like to pay your respects to the victims, Government House in Perth is open as a place for the community to reflect on this tragedy, lay flowers and sign a public condolence book.