Four Corners on ABC and ABC iview S65E1 – Four Corners returns in 2026 with the first of a powerful two-part special on the Bondi massacre.
In this episode, reporter Mark Willacy brings the definitive account of what happened on that December day, as told by the people who were there.
Survivors of the attack speak in detail about the moments that changed their lives forever.
Families of those killed share their grief, their anger, and pay tribute to their loved ones.
Together, their testimony builds the most complete picture yet of how the attack unfolded.
The program also examines how Australia is living with the scars of the massacre, and how this tragedy has shattered the nation’s sense of security.
Light Over Darkness is built on firsthand accounts and verified documentary evidence.
It examines Australia’s deadliest terror attack and asks what must now be done to prevent it happening again.
Bondi: Light Over Darkness is reported by Mark Willacy and produced by Lesley Robinson and Mary Fallon, it goes to air on Monday 2 February at 8.30pm on ABC TV and ABC iview. See more at abc.net.au/news and on ABC News social media platforms.
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