Plans for permanent Bondi memorial still to be decided as tributes to be cleared following National Day of Reflection events
Since the horror's of last Sunday's tragedy unfolded in Bondi, the community has come together to remember the 15 lives lost.
Each day a makeshift memorial in front of Bondi Pavilion has grown with flowers, notes, soft toys and balloons added as people gather each evening in tribute.
Last night was no different – on the eve of the National Day of Reflection, hundreds gathered, turning on their phone lights to shine brightness during the dark time.
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On the eve of the National Day of Reflection, hundreds gathered, turning on their phone lights to shine brightness during the dark time. George Chan/Getty Images
Waverly Council will clear the floral tributes to make way for a permanent memorial. George Chan/Getty Images
But after today's events, Waverly Council has announced it will clear the massive sea of tributes as it considers a permanent memorial.
"The discussions around a permanent memorial will happen at a later stage," Waverly Mayor Will Nemesh said.
Signs have been posted around Bondi Pavilion to notify people that the removal process will begin from December 22.
"The Sydney Jewish Museum and the Australian Jewish Historical Society will help collect and preserve the materials," the sign read.
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Signs have been posted around Bondi Pavilion to notify people that the removal process will begin from December 22. Bondi shooting terror attack memorial
The council will "respectfully" dispose of flowers, while donating any toys. Some cards and notes will be kept, while others will be recycled. Getty
The council will work together with the premier's department in a process similar to that which followed the Bondi Junction attacks in April last year.
It plans to "respectfully" dispose of flowers, while donating any toys.
Some cards and notes will be kept, while others will be recycled.
While the council is mulling over the idea of a permanent memorial, it is also discussing whether to remove the footbridge the shooters used to commit the terror attack.
The council is also discussing whether to remove the footbridge the shooters used to commit the terror attack. AP Photo/Steve Markham
It's argued it could be a painful reminder for the community of the country's worst mass shooting since 1996.
But, the mayor said, nothing is confirmed.
"At this stage the bridge will remain where it is for now," Nemesh said.
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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