A woman carries balloons to the funeral of Bondi Beach mass shooting victim 10-year-old Matilda, whose last name is being withheld at the request of her family, in Sydney, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Steve Markham)
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The families of three victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack said goodbye to their loved ones today for the last time, including the family of Matilda, the youngest victim in the mass shooting.

The funeral service for the 10-year-old girl took place at a synagogue in Woollahra, with mourners filling the streets in a poignant display of support.

“She bore the name Matilda, to honour this great land, Australia’s heart and spirit, forever hand in hand,” NSW Premier Chris Minns said, reading Ode to Matilda, a poem written in her honour.
A woman carries balloons to the funeral of Bondi Beach mass shooting victim 10-year-old Matilda, whose last name is being withheld at the request of her family, in Sydney, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Steve Markham)
10-year-old Matilda was laid to rest at a funeral in Woollahra today. (AP)
Family place the coffin into a hearse following a service for Bondi Beach mass shooting victim 10-year-old Matilda, whose last name is being withheld at the request of her family, in Sydney, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Steve Markham)
There was a large police presence at the synagogue in Woollahra. (AP)

“She’s dancing with the angels, where love will forever remain,” a touching tribute expressed.

There was a significant police presence at the funeral, with officers seen checking flower bouquets to ensure they didn’t contain any hidden weapons.

“Each victim leaves a mark on our community, but Matilda, just 10 years old, truly deserved none of this,” shared a family friend, reflecting the collective grief.

Earlier, the synagogue also hosted a service for the oldest victim of the mass shooting, 87-year-old Alex Kleytman, highlighting the somber day.

The Holocaust survivor and Russian immigrant died while shielding his wife, Larisa.
Bondi Beach shooting victim Matilda. (Nine)
Mourners carry out the coffin of 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach mass shooting. (Getty)

Additionally, a third ceremony was conducted at Bondi Synagogue, honoring grandfather Tibor Weitzen, who was remembered fondly for the life he led rather than the circumstances of his passing.

“We just hope that these lives lost were not lost in vain and that there are major changes, that [this] never ever happen[s] again,” a family friend said.

NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey announced that the federal and state governments will cover the funeral costs of the victims, as well as providing up to $75,000 to the victims and family members of those who died in Sunday’s attacks.

“We’ll also be covering funeral costs and burial costs, and we will cover repatriation costs for those who have lost loved ones who are overseas,” he said.

“We’ll also be covering travel costs for family members that are coming from overseas or interstate to attend funerals as well.”

Business support packages of up to $20,000 are also set to be provided to small businesses affected by the attack that turned the iconic beach into a crime scene for multiple days.

The package includes $5000 one-off grants for small businesses in eligible locations and up to $20,000 grants for impacted small businesses in the immediate vicinity, and funding for various community groups.

Business NSW chief executive Daniel Hunter said that the package was an important step in the recovery for the Bondi community.

The casket of Bondi massacre victim Alexandria Kleytman is carried from Sydney Chevra Kadisha where the funeral was held. Woollhara, NSW.
Alex Kleytman was shot while shielding his wife. (Kate Geraghty)

“Our Jewish community has been attacked in the most heinous way, and the pain and trauma from this act will be felt for a long time,” Hunter said.

“Local businesses are integral to Bondi’s social fabric. They are made up of people, workers, families and neighbours – who have been deeply affected by this tragedy.

“This support is a meaningful step in helping businesses and the community recover.”

The package also includes $1.5 million for the Community Services Group to provide additional security at Jewish community locations and $1 million for Waverley Council to assist with clean-up at Bondi Beach, and for community cohesion events.

Impacted businesses can register for support from tomorrow, with applications processed from early next week.

People visit the site of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack at Archer Park after police lifted the crime scene on Thursday 18th December 2025.
The road to normality has begun at Bondi as police tape was lifted earlier today. (Sitthixay Ditthavong)

Businesses can attend the Recovery Hub or contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 to organise a meeting with a Business Concierge member.

Businesses can also lodge insurance claims related to the Bondi terrorist attack.

Following the federal government’s declaration of the attack a terrorist incident under the Terrorism and Cyclone Insurance Act 2003.

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