Port Arthur massacre

The Port Arthur massacre occurred on April 28, 1996, in Tasmania, Australia, when a gunman opened fire at a historic site, killing 35 people and wounding 23 others. This tragic event led to widespread shock and grief, prompting significant changes in Australia's gun laws. In response, the government implemented stricter firearm regulations, including a buyback program for guns. The massacre highlighted issues of gun control and public safety, and it remains one of the deadliest mass shootings in Australia’s history, shaping national discourse on violence and firearm legislation.