A community reception centre has been established at a Coogee hotel to support families, loved ones and witnesses affected by the Bondi shooting, as police continue their early investigations and the wider community rallies to help.
The centre is located at the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, 242 Arden Street. It will operate as a dedicated space where families and witnesses can speak directly with investigators and trained support officers.
Authorities say the reception centre is designed to provide immediate welfare assistance while also allowing police to gather information crucial to the investigation. Loved ones of those affected, as well as witnesses to the shooting, are being strongly encouraged to attend and make contact.
Support officers at the centre include specialists trained in trauma response, victim care and family liaison, offering practical assistance and guidance during what police have described as an extremely distressing period for the community.
Those seeking general information are urged to contact the Public Information and Inquiry Centre (PIIC), while people requiring mental health or victim support services are encouraged to access the state’s support channels.
Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers, and police reiterate that information is handled confidentially and should not be shared on social media.
The reception centre forms part of a broader response following the shooting in Bondi the previous evening, which has sent shockwaves through Sydney and prompted an outpouring of community support.
That response has led to a significant surge in people offering to donate blood, with health authorities reporting strong demand and high booking volumes in the hours following public appeals. Many donors have expressed a desire to provide practical assistance in the wake of the tragedy, as donation centres across Sydney worked to manage the influx.
Health officials have reminded would-be donors to check eligibility requirements and book appointments where possible, noting that blood donations are carefully coordinated to meet clinical needs.
Police say investigations into the Bondi shooting are continuing, and further updates will be provided as information becomes available. In the meantime, authorities are urging affected families and witnesses to prioritise their well-being and use the support services now available.
Published 17-Dec-2025
