What Happened To The Hero of Bondi Beach?
25 June - 19 mins
Podcast Series
Newstalk Daily
On December 14, 2025, the world watched in horror as the worst terrorist attack in Australian history was carried out on its most famous beach.
A local man, later identified as Ahmed al-Ahmed confronted the attackers and managed to disarm one of them.
Mr. Al Ahmed was shot repeatedly during the attack and continues to recover from his wounds.
His commendable bravery was lauded by the highest levels of government with PM Anthony Albanese calling him "the best of our country."
However, a few months later, he started to fall out of the public’s good graces. Why?
Ciara is joined by Journalist Jonathan De Burca Butler
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