Bondi terror attack updates: Chalmers says it’s ‘strange’ John Howard is ‘trying to diminish’ the importance of tighter gun laws; 10th victim named

Edith Brutman remembered as an active and dedicated member of community service organisations. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTreasurer Jim Chalmers has just been on RN, where he has said the government is “focused” on combating antisemitism and gun control issues.He said:We’re focused on both of those things simultaneously, countering these horrifying and evil acts of antisemitism at the same time as we tighten our gun laws.And frankly, in relation to Mr Howard, I don’t know why in the wake of a mass shooting, some politicians, some current and some former, are trying to diminish our efforts to tighten our gun laws. John Howard, of all people, should understand how important this is.We’ve seen elements of it rear its head, albeit in isolated circumstances. It just invites a sincere and genuine redoubling of efforts from government, including putting money where our mouth is, investing in all things around education, what antisemitism...