ABC Online | Sydney siege: Treasurer Joe Hockey declares 'terrorist incident' to ensure ... ABC Online The Federal Government has declared last month's Sydney siege a "terrorist incident" to ensure affected businesses can receive insurance payouts. Gunman Man Haron Monis stormed Martin Place's Lindt Cafe on December 15, holding 18 people hostage ... Sydney siege declared a 'terrorist incident' Sydney siege declared a terrorist act for insurance claims Government declares Martin Place siege 'terrorism' for insurance |