Tasmania Rejects Gun Cap, Pushes Safety Reforms | Sydney News

Tasmania’s gun reform bill narrowly missed a key victory as lawmakers rejected a controversial amendment to cap firearm ownership at five guns—ten for farmers and sport shooters—by a single vote. Despite the setback, the government’s broader package, including a national firearms register and buyback program, continues to advance. The push follows a major shooting incident, with opposition parties and independents advocating for limits to reduce community gun numbers, while the government argues such caps unfairly penalize law-abiding citizens. Though the cap failed, other amendments strengthened background checks by incorporating family violence history into licensing decisions. The bill...