Illustration: Jean Jullien.
Australia has flown the colours of the French flag in solidarity with the people of France following the Paris terror attacks.
The Sydney Opera House was lit in the tricolour of the French flag, while a French flag was flown over the Harbour Bridge.
New South Wales Premier Mike Baird’s message to the French people was “we mourn with you and stand with you, Paris.”
Brisbane’s Story Bridge will also be lit in blue, white and red.
And so too will the Melbourne Arts Centre and the MCG.
Meanwhile, the flags at Adelaide Town Hall are being flown at half mast.
The eyes of the world are on Paris tonight and our hearts are with its citizens.
We hope and pray for their safety.
Support is available for Australians with friends and family in Paris:
The Australian Embassy phone number in Paris is +33140593300 for those trying to contact friends and family in the region .
24-HOUR CONSULAR EMERGENCY HELPLINE
Within Australia: 1300 555 135
Outside Australia: +61 2 6261 3305
SMS: +61 421 269 080
Website: Getting help overseas http://smartraveller.gov.au/help/
