Australian gun law reforms

Australian gun law reforms, enacted after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, significantly tightened firearm regulations. They implemented a national firearms registry, required licensing and background checks for ownership, and banned semi-automatic rifles and shotguns. These laws emphasized strict controlling and tracking of gun sales, storage, and usage, aiming to reduce gun violence. The reforms have been credited with a substantial decline in firearm-related deaths and mass shootings, fostering safer communities while allowing responsible gun ownership under regulated conditions.