"This is a despicable attack on innocent people and the entire Olympic Movement  joins me in utterly condemning this cowardly act. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the victims.

"I have personally written to the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to express our condolences to the Russian people and our confidence in the Russian authorities to deliver safe and secure Games in Sochi. I am certain that everything will be done to ensure the security of the athletes and all the participants of the Olympic Games. 

"Sadly terrorism is a global disease but it must never be allowed to triumph. The Olympic Games are about bringing people from all backgrounds and beliefs together to overcome our differences in a peaceful way. The many declarations of support and solidarity from  the international  community make me confident that this message of tolerance will also be delivered by the Olympic Winter Games in Sochi."

Australian Olympic Team Chef de Mission Ian Chesterman commented Monday morning after the first attack. Read this article and listen to the audio here>>>