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More Bondi terror attack victims released from hospitals

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More victim of Sunday's terror attack on Bondi Beach have been released from hospital while others continue to fight for life.

NSW Health released an update tonight and said some of the patients who have been discharged may still need to return for further treatment.

There were still 15 patients receiving care in Sydney hospitals, with their conditions ranging from critical to stable.

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READ MORE: Teen girl takes bullet while shielding two toddlers in Bondi attack

A 14-year-old girl bravely took a bullet to her thigh as she shielded two toddlers from the gunfire that rained down on crowds at Bondi Beach.

There are still fifteen patients receiving care in hospital, with their conditions ranging from critical to stable. Nine

As of 7.30pm the breakdown of those remaining patients is:

  • One patient is in a stable condition at Prince of Wales Hospital.
  • One patient is in a critical but stable condition and one patient is in a stable condition at St George Hospital.
  • Three patients are in a critical but stable condition and one patient is in a stable condition at St Vincent's Hospital.
  • One patient is in a critical condition and four patients are stable at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
  • Three patients are in a stable condition at Royal North Shore Hospital.

Among those who have been recovering in hospital was a 14-year-old girl who bravely took a bullet to her thigh as she shielded two toddlers from the gunfire that rained down on crowds at Sunday.

The teenager, who can't be named for legal reasons, leapt into action without thinking twice when the alleged father and son gunmen opened fire.

READ MORE: Heavily armed police arrest seven men in Sydney's south-west

Also still recovering in hospital is Bondi hero Ahmed al Ahmed, the 44-year-old who disarmed one of the gunmen. Instagram

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Also still recovering in hospital was hero Ahmed al Ahmed, the 44-year-old who disarmed one of the gunmen.

The tobacco shop owner has undergone multiple emergency surgeries after being "riddled with bullets" in the incident.

An online fundraiser for the father of two has been inundated with donations from across the globe, with the tally surpassing $2.5 million.

Surviving alleged gunman Naveed Akram also remained in hospital under police guard after being charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder.

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Today, more victims' families shared touching statements paying tribute to their loved ones, while others farewelled those killed in the tragedy. Getty

Emotions were high as funerals were held for 10-year-old Matilda and 87-year-old Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman. Getty

Today, more victims' families shared touching statements paying tribute to their loved ones, while others farewelled those killed in the tragedy.

Emotions were high as funerals were held for 10-year-old Matilda and 87-year-old Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman, the youngest and oldest victims of the attack.

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In the midst of the grief, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese admitted he could have done more to combat antisemitism as he announced reforms through a five-point plan.

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley shared her own proposed antisemitism package.

Flowers rest in front of the Bondi Pavilion at a memorial site, on December 18, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.

As a memorial grows outside Bondi Pavilion the crime scene was re-opened to the public today with crowds once again able to flock to the famous landmark. Audrey Richardson/Getty Images

As a memorial grows outside Bondi Pavilion the crime scene has been re-opened to the public, with crowds once again able to flock to the famous landmark.

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If you have been impacted by the terror attack in Bondi, there is support available.

To contact Lifeline Australia, call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14.For people under 25 years old, you can contact Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800.Both of these are available on a 24/7 basis.

If you wish to donate blood, you can find your nearest donor centre here.

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