Reading every article I can find. Did find this bit, so far nothing about his religion yet.
Police Commissioner confirms IEDs found near the scene. Bomb squad in attendance.
Lots of discussion here; still trying to find legitimate sources.
https://x.com/EYakoby/status/2000261393434718514
Australia Jihad Massacre: Police Stood Down, Heroic Shopkeeper Tackled and Disarmed Terrorist