Australian authorities have charged a man after an investigation found he was allegedly displaying flags linked to Hamas and Hezbollah, praising the Bondi attack, and stockpiling weapons at a residential property.

The charges follow a joint counterterrorism inquiry that intensified after online material surfaced celebrating the Bondi incident, prompting police to move swiftly to assess potential threats to public safety.

Officers executed search warrants that led to the seizure of extremist paraphernalia and weapons, with investigators alleging the items were held in circumstances that raised serious concerns about intent and capability.

Prosecutors say the accused made statements endorsing the Bondi attack and maintained materials associated with organisations designated as terrorist entities under Australian law.

The matter has been referred to specialist prosecutors, and the accused has been remanded to face court.

Authorities emphasised that the charges reflect Australia’s firm legal framework against terrorism and violent extremism, noting that the investigation was driven by intelligence-led assessments and community safety priorities.

Officials reiterated that the alleged conduct is contested and will be tested in court, while underscoring the importance of due process.

The case comes amid heightened vigilance by security agencies following recent violent incidents, with law enforcement urging the public to report suspicious activity.

Investigations remain ongoing as authorities examine digital records and forensic evidence connected to the seized items.