Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will not rule out a royal commission into anti-Semitism and the Bondi terror attack, insisting the government was doing everything it could promote unity within the community.
Speaking from the flood-affected town of Cloncurry in Queensland's north-west, Albanese did not unequivocally rule out establishing a royal commission, but did not confirm that discussions were underway.
"We're continuing to examine everything else that is required, working with the (Jewish) community," he said.
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"I continue to be engaged with leaders in the Jewish community. I'm talking and meeting on a daily basis with people to make sure that we do everything that is possible.
"What we need to do is to promote unity at this time, and that is my focus."
Albanese has ordered a review into intelligence and law enforcement agencies, to be led by former Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) director-general Dennis Richardson.
He said "priority one" is the immediate needs of the Richardson review.
Albanese said the second priority will be recalling parliament once the required legislation is obtained.
"To take strong action against hate speech (and) to strengthen the laws that we have put in place."
"We're continuing to examine everything else that is required."
Albanese has faced calls from some politicans from all parties, as well as community groups, to hold hold a public inquiry.
More to come.
