NSW Leads National Gun Buyback Push | Australia News

After the tragic Bondi shooting, Australia’s Prime Minister is pushing a national gun buyback — with New South Wales leading the charge as the first state to commit, offering cash payouts for restricted firearms. It’s the biggest buyback since Port Arthur in 1996, but not without friction: other states balk, and opposition parties call it a political overreaction targeting law-abiding gun owners. NSW Premier Chris Minns is defiant, even saying he’ll fight the next election on this issue, insisting the cost — potentially hundreds of millions — is worth it to stop future tragedies. Phase one kicks off November 2nd, paying up to $1,000 for revolvers and centrefire rifles, with more high-value weapons covered in 2027. While NSW moves ahead, the federal government scrambles to win over reluctant states — some rejecting outright, others still negotiating funding. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d49bd8c2a4f4c18b