Australia
Warnings and insurance
Shooting in Bondi Beach
A number of people were killed and injured on 14 December in a terrorist shooting on Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Emergency services advise people to avoid the area. Police investigations are underway. You should follow the local authorities’ advice. New South Wales (NSW) Police Public Information and Inquiry Centre (PIIC) has been activated (contact number: 1800 227 228). If you are concerned about someone who may have been in the area at the time, or need assistance yourself, please contact the British Consulate in Sydney (available 24/7 on +61 2 9247 7521).
Bushfires in Australia
There is a higher risk of bushfires in Australia during the spring and summer seasons, from October to February. For advice, visit the bushfires section on the safety and security page.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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