Bondi Beach Reopens as Locals Come to Terms With Tragedy
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From trade wars to unthinkable tragedy, this year’s news cycle rarely paused for breath.
2025 will be defined in history by the Bondi massacre, a moment of profound national trauma that shocked Australia and set in motion repercussions that will continue well into 2026 and beyond.
Still, the headlines have been huge from the start. The bizarre and chilling trial of the “mushroom killer” gripped the country and drew global attention. In politics, a bruising election campaign fought as the cost-of-living spiraled.