Australia Passes Gun Buyback After Bondi Terror Attack
The Spin
Left narrative
Near-universal support exists for stronger gun laws following the Bondi attack, with 92% of Australians backing reform. Strong gun control measures are a critical human rights obligation that protects communities from violence. Australia's strict licensing requirements and personal protection exclusions have already successfully reduced gun deaths to less than half the rate from 30 years ago.
Right narrative
Australia doesn’t need more gun control; it needs honesty about violence. Disarming farmers, workers, and sporting shooters punishes the innocent while leaving real threats untouched, while pre-existing legislation already binds lawful owners. Chasing guns is political theatre — security comes from confronting extremism and criminal intent, not scapegoating citizens who obey the law.