New South Wales will introduce a gun buyback program starting November 2, offering up to AUS$1,000 for eligible firearms. This initiative follows the tragic Bondi Beach attack last December, where 15 individuals were killed during a Jewish festival.
The buyback aims to encourage gun owners to surrender weapons that exceed new licensing regulations. A second phase will target higher-value firearms, with funding support for businesses and gun dealers to adapt to the reforms, as part of broader efforts for nationwide gun law changes.