Australian state to start gun buyback spurred by Bondi Beach attack

The Australian state of New South Wales will launch a gun buyback scheme in November, offering financial compensation to firearm owners who surrender their weapons. The initiative was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and fulfills a reform commitment made following a mass shooting at Bondi Beach last year.

This program represents a significant legislative response to the violence observed in the state. By incentivizing the voluntary surrender of firearms, the government aims to address public safety concerns that emerged in the wake of the Bondi Beach attack.