Bayside Mayor Edward McDougall used a Mayoral Minute to acknowledges the tragedy that occurred at Club Pulse in Kocani, and asked for a moment of silence before the start of the Council Meeting on Wednesday 26 March.

The Rockdale Town Hall and King Street Mall have been lit in the red and yellow colours of the Macedonian flag as Bayside Council extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victims of the fire that killed 59 young people at the Club Pulse in the town of Kocani, North Macedonia.

On 16 March 2025, a massive fire broke out at Club Pulse in North Macedonia’s town of  Kocani, tragically killing 59 young people and injuring another 155.

Mayor Edward McDougall said

“It is with profound sadness that the Bayside community extends our heartfelt condolences to  the Macedonian community in the wake of this tragedy,” Mayor Edward McDougall said.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those who have been impacted by this horrific incident.
“Bayside Council stands in solidarity with the North Macedonian community during this incredibly difficult time. We mourn the lives lost and offer our deepest sympathies to those who are grieving.

“Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the victims, and we earnestly hope for the recovery of those who were injured.”