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Faraz Tahir, one of the six victims killed in the Bondi Junction stabbing attack on 13 April, was laid to rest on Friday in an emotional service at the Baitul Huda Mosque in Sydney. Tahir, who was working as a security guard at the shopping complex on his first day shift when the attack occurred, was remembered as a brave and selfless individual who gave his life to protect others. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hailed Tahir as a national hero, while his family members, who had travelled from overseas to be at the service, spoke about his strength and courage. A blood donation program has been set up in Tahir’s name, called ‘Faraz’ Gift’.

Tahir, a 30-year-old refugee from Pakistan, was a security guard working his first day shift when a man named Joel Cauchi began a mass stabbing rampage at the Bondi Junction shopping center on April 13. Tahir, who had fled persecution in his home country, was the only male victim to die in the attack. His family described him as a kind and protective man who had come to Australia seeking a better life. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns were invited to his funeral, a testament to his national impact.