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The New South Wales gun buyback
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Where it stands
New South Wales is scheduled to open the Commonwealth-backed national gun buyback on 2 November 2026. The report gives no details on how the program will operate or its collection and compensation process, so those remain open.
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The story so far
Update 1
NSW to Launch Gun Buyback Nov 2 After Bondi Hanukkah Attack Killed 15
NSW will open the Commonwealth's national scheme on Nov. 2, targeting 274,000 firearms after the Dec. 14 Bondi Hanukkah attack that killed 15.
Still open after this report
- No published list yet of all covered firearm types, program duration, police collection procedures, or dates for other states to join.
- No verified full text of the strictest legislation Minns promised or the complete national cabinet package on antisemitism and guns.
History
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Who's involved
People
Anthony Albanese31st prime minister of Australia1 report
Chris MinnsAustralian politician1 report
Places
- Bondi BeachBondi Beach, NSW 2026, Australia1 report
- New South WalesNew South Wales, Australia1 report
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