Australia denies a former ASIO (Australian Security Intelligence Organisation) agent a visa that would have allowed him to appear in person before the royal commission investigating the Bondi terror attack. Multiple outlets report that the man, described as a former source to the agency, had applied for entry and requested permission to give evidence at the inquiry. Authorities reject the application, meaning he cannot attend or provide testimony directly. The denial is also reported to create a gap in what the commission can access, as the man claims knowledge relevant to the Bondi attack suspects and the events surrounding the investigation. The reporting indicates the inquiry may proceed without the benefit of this individual’s on-the-record contribution unless alternative arrangements are made. The matter is framed as part of the broader Home Affairs spotlight on how individuals with intelligence-related connections are treated in relation to public inquiries, but the outlets do not provide further detail on the reasons for the visa refusal. The royal commission is therefore at risk of missing potentially important firsthand evidence tied to the claims made by the former source.