Jodi Lee

Journalist | Event MC | Media Trainer | Formerly @7NewsSydney

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

@7NewsSydney The older shooter, the father, originally arrived in Australian in 1998 on a student visa, transferred to a more permanent visa

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Australian PM Anthony Albanese urges all Australians to put a lit candle in their windows at 6:47pm “to show that light will indeed defer darkness, part of what Hannukah represents.”
@7NewsSydney

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

@7NewsSydney Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirms the 24y/o accused shooter is an Australian born citizen, he first came to ASIO attention in October 2019. Examined for his associations with others and deemed not a threat himself. @7NewsSydney

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Minns back on gun reform, “If you’re not a farmer if you’re not involved in agriculture why do you need these massive weapons?”

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Mondays press conference. NSW Police Commissioner says alleged shooter under police guard in hospital is likely to face serious charges, won’t comment further for fear of jeopardising the investigation @7NewsSydney

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

When asked what evidence was taken from the scene, “Last night I declared a terrorist incident… I was satisfied based on what was located at the scene based on the fact that it was the first night of hannukah… that it was a terrorist attack.”

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Commissioner Lanyon tells journalists he will not confirm reports a black shahada flag was found in the car thought to belong to the shooters

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Premier Minns on NSW gun laws, “I think it’s time that we have a change in the law in relation to the firearms legislation in NSW but I’m not ready to announce anything today.. it’s not the last time I’ll be mentioning it but you can expect changes soon”

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Update on the numbers:
15 innocent people are confirmed dead
1 shooter is dead
38 people in NSW Hospitals

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Premier Bondi Beach Public School remains closed because of its proximity to the scene. Counsellong services available in the area.

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Minns encouraging members of the public to continue donate blood and leave a floral tribute outside the Bondi Pavilion. The NSW crisis cabinet will meet again today and ongoing daily, as will the national crisis cabinet meeting.

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Premiers Chris Minns says Operation Shelter “will be overwhelming… we need to send a clear message.. that NSW Police are there to protect them to keep them safe and that they’ve got every right to celebrate and enjoy this festive period”

[NSW Police Force @nswpolice]

If you're struggling after today’s events, know that help is available 24/7.

NSW Mental Health Line: Call 1800 011 511
@LifelineAust: Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or chat online.
@KidsHelplineAU: Call 1800 55 1800 or chat online.
@beyondblue: Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online.
@1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or chat online.
13 Yarn: Call 13 92 76.
@MensLine_Aus: Call 1300 78 99 78.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

On claims his Gvt hasn’t effectively responded to rising antisemitism, Anthony Albanese says “we have taken it seriously and we’ve continued to act.. to take all the advice from the security agencies to put in place special measures and will continue to do to”

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

NSW Premier Chris Minns on Bondi: “This attack was designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community on the first night of Hanukkah...Our heart bleeds for Australias Jewish community It’s the responsibility of all Australians to wrap their arms around Australias Jewish community”

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

PM says Australia continues to look at the recommendations of the special envoy on anti Semitism including more funding.

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

“There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in this nation.. Australians across the board will embrace their fellow Australians of Jewish faith at this dark moment.” PM Albanese

[Jodi Lee @jodilee_7]

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Bondi: “the national security committee was convened as a matter of urgency… this is a targetted attack on Jewish Australians on the first day of Hanukkah. Called it an act of terrorism and evil anti Semitism