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EXPLAINERNews|CrimeBondi Beach shooting: How tough are Australia’s gun laws?The shooter responsible for the Bondi Beach attack was a licensed firearms holder who owned six firearms, police say.

On Sun, Dec 14, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, resulting in the death of at least 15 people. The event involved two gunmen and has been classified by police as a terrorist attack. This marks the…

JBy Jason FordDec 15, 20251 min read

On Sun, Dec 14, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, resulting in the death of at least 15 people. The event involved two gunmen and has been classified by police as a terrorist attack. This marks the worst mass shooting in Australia since 1996.

The perpetrators were identified as a 50-year-old man, who was killed by police on the scene, and his 24-year-old son, who was injured and remains in critical condition. The elder suspect held a firearms license and owned six registered firearms.

Australia is known for its stringent gun control laws, which were significantly tightened following the 1996 Port Arthur massacre. The National Firearms Agreement (NFA) introduced measures such as banning most automatic and semiautomatic weapons, requiring firearm registration, and implementing a buyback program that removed 650,000 weapons from circulation. Gun license applicants must undergo a 28-day processing period and complete safety courses and background checks.

On Sun, Dec 14, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, resulting in the death of at least 15 people.
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Shootings are rare in Australia, which ranks 18th on the Global Peace Index. Since the NFA, the country has experienced few mass shootings. However, there has been a recent increase in gun sales, potentially linked to hunting sports.

In response to the Bondi Beach incident, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to discuss further tightening of gun laws with the National Cabinet. Proposed measures include restricting the number of firearms an individual may own and increasing the frequency of license reviews. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns emphasized the need for legislative action to restrict access to firearms.

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Despite strict regulations, questions remain about how such events occur. Researchers highlight that while Australia’s licensing process is comprehensive, issues such as the number of firearms owned by individuals warrant attention. The discussion continues on whether current measures are sufficient to prevent future incidents.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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