🦸♂️ A Sydney man has become an instant national hero after receiving $1.65 million in recognition of his split-second courage during last year's Bondi Junction stabbing incident. While shopping at the bustling mall, he grabbed a metal bollard to confront the attacker, slowing their rampage and creating crucial escape time for dozens of bystanders.
New South Wales authorities confirmed the compensation package this week, with Premier Chris Minns calling it "a testament to ordinary people doing extraordinary things." The award follows recent reforms to recognize civilian bravery in crisis situations.
🔍 Forensic analysis shows the man's intervention allowed police to arrive before the attacker reached a nearby childcare center. Survivors have flooded social media with #BollardHero stories, while safety experts debate new protocols for public emergency responses.
