TV feed shows a lot of cops standing around scratching their junk. Reminds me of Columbine. Not good. They need to be decisive. Close with the muzzie dogs and destroy them. Otherwise, all the hostages will be killed. Guaranteed.
This is where the adults need to be in charge...In all likelihood, the hostages are going to die anyway...they should at least attempt to engage before that happens.
What the heck is there to negotiate?
There is a suicide bomber with a vest on in that Chocolate Shop with the hostages...maybe waiting for clearance to go in. Terrorist asking to speak the PM of Australia and more devices around the city claimed.