Bondi Beach Attack Australia: After the Bondi Beach mass shooting, Australia’s New South Wales state is going to bring strict gun laws. Terrorism Amendment Bill passed by Parliament, setting limit on weapons and preparation to ban protests.
Australia Gun Control Reform: After the horrific attack on Bondi Beach in Australia, there has been a stir in the country’s politics and security system. This attack has once again intensified the demand for strictness of gun laws and taking strict steps against terrorism. Australia’s most populous state New South Wales is now preparing to pass strict gun laws. The government says that this step is necessary for public safety, but questions are also being raised about it in the opposition and rural areas.
Why did the Bondi Beach attack become such a big issue?
The mass shooting that took place on December 14 during the Jewish Hanukkah festival in Bondi Beach shocked the entire Australia. 15 people died and dozens were injured in this attack. This incident was also shocking because Australia is already known for strict gun laws. After this attack, there was pressure on the government to take immediate action.
What does the New South Wales government want to change now?
The Labor government of New South Wales has introduced the Terrorism and Other Laws Amendment Bill. Under this bill, it is proposed to set a limit of up to four guns for most private people. At the same time, farmers will be allowed to keep a maximum of 10 weapons. The government says that this will lead to better control of weapons and such attacks will be prevented in future.
Why ban terrorist symbols and protests?
This new bill not only provides for gun laws, but also bans the display of terrorist symbols and imposes strict action on some protests. The government believes that hate symbols and violent demonstrations can incite violence. The Bondi Beach attack is said to be linked to anti-Semitism, so this initiative has become more important.
What action was taken against the accused involved in the attack?
According to the police, the alleged attacker Sajid Akram had six weapons. He was shot on the spot. His 24-year-old son Naveed has been charged with 59 serious charges, including murder and terrorism. After this information came to light, questions were also raised on the number of weapons and the licensing system.
How come there are so many guns despite already strict laws?
Australia tightened its gun laws after the 1996 shootings. Yet police registries have revealed that more than 70 people in New South Wales own more than 100 guns. One person has 298 weapons registered. These figures are forcing the government to take more stringent steps.
What do the public and political parties think?
A survey by the Sydney Morning Herald revealed that about 75 percent of Australians are in favor of stricter gun laws. However, the Nationals Party, which focuses on rural areas, is opposing these reforms. He says this will harm farmers and rural communities.
What will be the next step of the federal government?
The federal government has also promised stricter gun control and a gun buyback plan. However, calls for a royal commission to investigate the attack have been rejected. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has instead announced an independent review of intelligence and law enforcement agencies.