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Bondi Beach attack residency grant

Overview

After the terrorist shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025, an Indian cab driver who helped transport dozens of injured victims was awarded permanent Australian residency. In July 2026, authorities highlighted his bravery, noting his actions in moving 18‑20 injured people to ambulances and his ongoing trauma. By early August 2026, the immigration minister confirmed the grant of a subclass 151 visa, extending the same status to his wife and three children, and reported that he is receiving counseling for severe PTSD while planning to return to Sydney.

The case underscores Australia’s practice of recognizing civilian heroism in the aftermath of the IS‑inspired attack that killed at least 15‑16 people and injured more than 40.

Entities

Home Affairs · Bondi Beach · Rahemath Pasha · Tony Burke · Australian Government

Timeline

10 days ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Rahemath Pasha granted Australian residency after Bondi Beach shooting
Indian Uber driver Rahemath Pasha, who aided victims of the Bondi Beach shooting, was granted Australian permanent residency, with his family applying for visas.
20 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Hyderabad Cab Driver Granted Australian Residency for Bondi Beach Rescue
Hyderabad driver Mohammed Rahmat Pasha received Australian permanent residency after saving ~20 people during the December 2025 Bondi Beach terrorist attack, which left 15‑16 dead.

Sources

epochtimes.com · theage.com.au · watoday.com.au