Gun News Australia: the latest news for Aussie shooters

In this episode, we break down a new economic report that reveals the proposed Victorian gun buyback scheme will return less than one cent in benefits for every dollar spent. We examine the cost-benefit analysis commissioned by Shooters Union Australia that shows taxpayers will spend $886 million for a benefit-to-cost ratio of just 0.28 to 0.34. The report found no statistical evidence that reducing legally owned firearms prevents mass shootings or reduces firearm homicides. It will impact over 200,000 licensed shooters who will lose their firearms, the $120 million in lost business activity affecting gun shops and related businesses, and the $137 million in administrative costs. We also look at what the 1996 Port Arthur buyback data actually shows and why this policy will remove firearms from legal owners while doing nothing to address illegal firearms smuggled through Australian ports. With Victoria's election in November, we believe taxpayers deserve to know what they're getting for their money. #GunNewsAustralia #VictorianElection #GunBuyback #CostBenefitAnalysis #FirearmPolicy #AustralianPolitics #ShootersUnion #VictorianGunLaws

THE BONDI ROYAL COMMISSION’S interim report recommends the National Firearms Agreement be ‘updated’, but we're calling for that idea to be dropped. In this episode of #GunNewsAustralia, we break down our submission to the Commission explaining why updating the NFA without examining its current flaws would be a step backwards. We expose how Western Australia doesn't even comply with the existing NFA. There are no permits to acquire (instead a clumsy and expensive system of licensing not just the user, but each firearm), and no interstate mutual recognition of licenses. Yet it wants to spread its restrictive laws nationwide! Our submission highlights critical issues: arbitrary appearance laws that ban firearms based on looks rather than function; junior license restrictions that harm international shooting sports development; and the clause allowing states to treat the NFA as "minimum standards" – such as the latest push to bring in caps on the number of firearms owned. We're demanding five key reforms. They are a full NFA review with shooting community input, scrapping appearance laws, fixing junior license age restrictions (lowering to 11 for use, not ownership), requiring all states to actually comply with the agreement, and removing the ‘minimum standard’ loophole that turns this into a "National Firearms Disagreement." Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out, and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- JOIN US ON PATREON Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #PoliticsReloaded #GunNewsAustralia #NFA #BondiRoyalCommission #FirearmRights #AustralianShooters #ShootingSports #FirearmLegislation

THE VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT’S recent State Budget told us how much value it places on the shooting sports. Despite iron-clad promises to build world-class shooting facilities after abandoning the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Victoria's shooters received zero funding while other sports flourished. The numbers tell a shocking story. Geelong BMX Club secured $200,000 for 120 members (that's $1,600 per member). Cycling received $12 million, and bike lanes got $7.4 million – for a lot of paint! Meanwhile, the shooting sports didn’t get anything. Not even enough for a car park. This is particularly embarrassing when Brisbane and Sydney boast international-level shooting complexes - yet Victoria, Australia's second-most populous state, continues to lack basic shooting infrastructure. With a $108 billion budget, allocating just 0.1% to support the shooting sports would turn this around. Importantly, it would allow the state to attract major international events, with proven economic benefits. This means the government doesn’t have a revenue problem; it has an expenditure problem. This has been exacerbated by a state government cabinet dominated by the socialist left-wing of the Labor Party which wants to crush the shooting sports. TAKE ACTION: Let Victoria’s State Premier, Jacinta Allan, know that this isn’t good enough. Email her at jacinta.allan@parliament.vic.gov.au and demand that we have proper shooting infrastructure for Victoria. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- JOIN US ON PATREON Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #GunNewsAustralia #VictorianBudget #ShootingSports #Victoria #AustralianPolitics #FirearmRights #VictorianShooters #AustralianShooters #SportingShooters #PoliticsReloaded

VICTORIA HAS FALLEN well behind the rest of Australia, lacking even a single shooting facility capable of hosting international-level events. With the Victorian state budget imminent and the November state election looming, now is the time for our major parties to see and capitalise on the political and economic opportunities this presents. WE SPEAK WITH Danny Ryan, President of Sporting Clays Victoria, for a hard-hitting discussion about what's at stake for the state's 250,000 licensed shooters. After the embarrassing cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Victorian government broke its promise to deliver legacy shooting infrastructure—leaving clubs struggling with outdated, volunteer-run facilities, while Brisbane prepares world-class venues for the 2032 Olympics. Danny reveals the shocking disparity in government funding, the economic case for investment (with shooting worth billions to Victoria's economy), and how the pending firearms review by Ken Lay could require infrastructure that doesn't exist. With potential changes to firearm laws requiring compulsory training and range attendance, the infrastructure crisis becomes even more urgent. The message is clear: Contact your local MP now. Take 20 minutes—visit their office, make the call. This is your sport, your future. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- JOIN US ON PATREON Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #VictoriaShootingSports #GunNewsAustralia #VictorianBudget #ShootingInfrastructure #ISSF #VicPol

THE ANIMAL JUSTICE PARTY'S grubby preference deals at the 2022 Victorian state election resulted in the election of their lead candidate, Georgie Purcell, which was an outcome bound to alienate the party at this year’s election. Her election saw the creation of a parliamentary committee that recommended banning duck hunting, which only failed because of the intervention of the Premier’s office. It also saw the scrapping of plans to build major new infrastructure for the shooting sports, which was a major blow to Victorian shooters. Purcell is now shacked up with Labor MP Josh Burns, raising questions about whether she might be looking to continue her parliamentary career on the Labor ticket at this year’s Victorian State Election. Don't forget, Georgie also used to work for the United Workers Union - which has strong links to Labor. Georgie has openly stated she "will not stop until duck shooting is banned," making her intentions clear. Burns has form on firearms too. His response to firearm policy concerns in Albo’s recent change to federal gun laws (mostly at the border), turned out to be a seemingly AI-generated (or partly generated) reply that failed to satisfy us that Burns has taken the concerns of shooters seriously. In fact, Josh is the co-chair of Parliamentary Friends of Firearm Safety, which has links to the Alannah and Madeline Foundation – and which has nothing to do with firearm safety, but rather lobbying on firearm laws. With November's Victorian election approaching, every shooter needs to understand what's at stake and how to protect their sport. Not only is it important to vote for the right party, but you need to direct your own preferences away from parties like the AJP. We’ll show you how to do that as the election approaches later this year. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- JOIN US ON PATREON Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #AustralianShooters #VictorianShooters #AustralianHunters #VictorianHunters #ShootingSportsAustralia #DuckHuntingVictoria #VictorianPolitics #VicElection2024 #AJP #AnimalJusticeParty #AustralianPolitics #GunNewsAustralia #ShooterCommunity #HuntingAustralia

WE LOOK AT what the One Nation result in South Australia means for Victoria's upcoming state election. We explain how all political parties—Labor, Liberal, and One Nation—can improve their pitch for the shooter's vote. That's over 250,000 votes there for the taking. The surge in One Nation's vote in South Australia isn't a one-off. It's a significant indicator of what we might see in Victoria, and it shows what conservative voters think the Liberal Party has gone too soft. One Nation secured nearly a quarter of the primary vote, mostly from the Liberals, and this funding boost will help them bankroll an even bigger campaign in Victoria. I outline three critical areas that parties need to understand if they want to win shooter support. They are to support hunting as an economic activity, commit to building world-class shooting infrastructure to position Victoria as a sporting centre, and CHANGE THE NARRATIVE whenever it comes public discussions over firearms policy. These are three easy to implement changes, all of which can be justified under the state’s cost-benefits framework. None of these require the parties to touch our gun laws – but will pave the way for those discussions to be had later on. It’s an easy election position to take that will create a massive boost for the parties in their race to win the shooters’ vote without drawing fire from our opponents. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #GunNewsAustralia #VictorianElection #ShooterVote #OneNation #AustralianPolitics #ShootingSports #DuckHunting #TargetShooting #VictoriaVotes #PoliticsReloaded #ISSFFacility #FirearmOwners #HuntingRights #AustralianShooters #ElectionAnalysis

WE LOOK AT the Tasmania's New Firearms Consultative Committee, which includes a number of anti-shooting groups who have nothing to contribute to firearms policy. We also look at how Tasmania's Police Commissioner, Donna Adams, recently used the media to push her view that there should be gun limits imposed on shooters in Tasmania. She based this on the death of a constable – at the hands of an offender who was not licensed, held firearms that were not registered, and was caught in possession of other prohibited items.The commissioner’s statements raise serious questions about whether she is fit to stay in the job. Police Minister, Felix Ellis, needs to pull her aside and remind her of who sets government policy – and that she should either resign, or fall into line. -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #TasmaniaFirearms #FirearmsPolicy #ShootingRights #TasPolice #AustralianShooters #Tasmania #GunRights #FirearmsLaw #PoliceAccountability #LicensedFirearmOwners #TasGov #ResponsibleGunOwnership

WE UPDATE YOU on our ongoing Freedom of Information request against New South Wales Police to lift the lid on discussions between the states on what other gun laws they are contemplating. On February 27, 2025, I submitted a request under the New South Wales equivalent to Freedom of Information laws to obtain vital meeting minutes on meetings held with other registries, which they refused to release arguing doing so would compromise public interest. However, our appeal to the Information and Privacy Commission has rejected the NSW Police claims and recommended they (NSW Police) come up with a new decision, mindful of the reasons for the rejection. Join us as we delve deeper into this pivotal issue and discuss what this means for firearm owners in Australia. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #FreedomOfInformation #NSWPolice #GunLawsAustralia #FirearmOwners #PublicInterest #Transparency #LegalChallenge

WE SPEAK WITH Nicola Centofanti MLC, the Leader of the Opposition in South Australia’s Upper House, as the state approaches a pivotal election on March 21st. The discussion covers the significant concerns surrounding firearm legislation, particularly in light of recent changes to gun laws in Western Australia and New South Wales and federally – and even SA Labor’s decision to ban bow hunting and try to ban duck hunting by stealth by jacking up hunting fees by 400% Nicola shares her insights on the importance of firearms ownership for regional communities, highlighting her personal experiences with firearms through her work as a veterinarian and her upbringing in rural South Australia. The conversation also delves into the Liberal Party's stance on gun laws, emphasizing their commitment to protecting the rights of shooters – and reversing Labor’s hunting tax. Nicola outlines her party’s plans to ensure that South Australians have a clear choice and voice regarding firearm policies and the future of recreational hunting. Plus, we look at One Nation’s updated firearms policy which has only just been released. We’ll be working through that in the next few days and letting you know what we think – but first impression is that it looks remarkably similar to the Liberal Party statement! Meanwhile, Labor is staying quiet and is non-committal to anything beyond the election. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #GunNewsAustralia #SouthAustraliaElection #FirearmRights #LiberalParty #nicolacentofanti #RecreationalHunting #FirearmLegislation #Politics #RegionalDevelopment #Election2026

WE CHAT WITH Danny Ryan from the Victorian Duck Hunters Association about the upcoming duck seasons in Victoria and South Australia. As the season approaches, hunters are gearing up and preparing for the season ahead. Danny shares insights into the political support for duck hunting. Plus we share details of the upcoming duck information nights in Frankston and Sunshine, where attendees can learn about hunting regulations, bag limits - and check out the latest gear! Victoria has successfully maintained duck hunting through supportive government policies, ensuring sustainability and responsible practices, mainly through the efforts of the VDHA. The current season runs from March 18 to June 8, featuring a nine-bird bag limit and an adaptive harvest model that enhances hunting experiences. For more information – including details of the information nights - visit the Victorian Duck Hunters Association website: vicduckhunters.com.au PLUS, we look at South Australia’s duck season which starts on March 21 - the same day as that state's state election! Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #DuckHunting #Victoria #VDHA #GunNewsAustralia #WaterfowlHunting #HuntingCommunity

WE SPEAK WITH Phil Donato MP, Independent Member for Orange, to run through NSW's rushed firearms legislation following the December 14 tragedy. Phil reveals the shocking lack of consultation on the laws with MPs, being briefed just hours before Parliament was recalled before Christmas. We discuss the devastating impacts on law-abiding firearms owners: arbitrary caps of 4 firearms for hunters, 10 for farmers and target shooters, removal of independent NCAT oversight, and the insulting bundling of firearms laws with terrorism legislation. Phil received thousands of emails, calls and visits from outraged constituents who've done everything right their entire lives, but are now treated like criminals-in-waiting. This is the biggest threat to Australian firearms owners since 1996. The NSW Government struck while emotions ran hot, implementing policy by media without proper consultation. Phil warns this was a purely political strategy— without any consultation, or consideration of unintended consequences. Our message to NSW shooters is clear: remember this in 13 months at the next state election. Tell your family, friends, and networks about how unfair these laws have been on not only shooters, but the broader community. WE ALSO LOOK AT how the Liberal Party’s decision to back the new laws will end up costing it just as dearly as it will cost Labor – and leaving the door open for One Nation to target both. Finally, can you please help us? We need to be able to send this content to more and more shooters – so make sure you’re on our email list & get your mates to do the same as well! It’s free, easy to opt out and would be a huge help if you can do that. To sign up, just go to https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASE EPISODES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded #PhilDonato #NSWFirearmsLaws #NSWPolitics #NoConsultation #LawAbidingGunOwners #FirearmsOwners #AustralianShooters #RuralAustralia #RememberInMarch #PoliticalAccountability #OneNation

WE INTERVIEW Malcolm Drinkwater from the History Hill Museum about a DVD set he produced titled "The Long and the Short of Firearms". This is a two part series covering nearly 3.5-hour series of our local firearms history from gunpowder basics through to modern developments. We’re covering it because it’s so good. We’re doing this because we were so impressed with the quality and relevance to the use of firearms at home. We are receiving nothing for this – because that’s not what we’re in this for. Nor were we asked to do this. We’re doing this because we were genuinely impressed by what we saw. While many of us know the broad history of firearms, much of it is learned from overseas resources. However, Malcolm brings it home by examining the impact of firearms, especially through the gold rush era, to modern day. He covers the use of firearms in the bush, specialised saddle designs for light infantry, and how metal was forged. The series dives into the development of the rifle range at Hill End in New South Wales, shows how target shooting sports grew, and documents how successive governments have worked to dismantle them over the years. He covers the evolution of muskets, flintlocks, lever actions, bolt-action rifles, cartridge evolution, and black powder, all with stunning production quality. Malcolm’s knowledge of Aussie history is genuinely impressive and makes the material come alive. This is perfect for shooters – so if your other half needs a birthday hint, then here’s a great idea. It’s also great for parents of teen history buffs – because it means you can “buy it for them” and nick it back off them later when you want to watch it 😉. Get It Now: Buy it: On DVD - for under $40 delivered ➡️ https://www.historyhill.com.au/product/the-long-and-the-short-of-firearms/ Stream it: ➡️ https://beamafilm.com/article/Gold%20Rush%20Collection and scroll down to see the video Support Politics Reloaded – your source for reloaded political truth: 🔔 SUBSCRIBE on YouTube & hit the bell! 💰 Patreon: Just $3/month ➡️ patreon.com/PoliticsReloadedMag What's your take on Aussie firearms history? Comment below! 👇 #AustralianFirearms #GunHistory #ShootingSports #FirearmsAustralia #HistoryHill #PoliticsReloaded #2AEquivalent #TargetShooting -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded --------------------------------------------------------------- EMAIL LIST – don’t miss the news! Finally, for regular updates, hop onto our email list:https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ It’s free – and you can opt out at any time!

NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE VOLUNTEER, Robert Warren, a decorated firefighter with 35 years of service, speaks out about NSW's rushed gun law changes and why he's taking a stand. After receiving the Premier's Commendation and National Emergency Medal for the 2019-20 bushfires, Rob explains why he's now on a "quiet strike" from RFS duties—refusing to serve a government that's punishing law-abiding firearms owners for the failures of criminals and agencies. Robert discusses the deeply personal impact of arbitrary firearm limits, including having to give up family heirlooms. He shares his message to fellow RFS volunteers who may be firearm owners: NOW is the time to act. He encourages shooters to contact their local MPs, sign petitions, and support legal challenges like the McDonald Law fundraiser. This isn't just about guns—it's about government overreach, broken promises, and the disrespect shown to rural Australians who've given everything to their communities. The March 2027 NSW state election is coming. Make your voice heard. You can watch his YouTube video where he announces his strike at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPwTSAktbXY The fundraisers we mentioned are at: Fundraiser by Terra Australis Lawyers - click here to see it. Fundraiser by McDonald Law - click here to see it. -------------------------------------------------------------- GET EARLY RELEASES! Join our Patreon channel and get our episodes before they are released more widely at: https://www.patreon.com/c/PoliticsReloaded/membership -------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW – and support our work You can back our work by donating at https://politicsreloaded.com/donate/OR you can ‘buy me a coffee’ in support, at https://buymeacoffee.com/politicsreloaded --------------------------------------------------------------- EMAIL LIST – don’t miss the news! Finally, for regular updates, hop onto our email list:https://politicsreloaded.com/email-list/ It’s free – and you can opt out at any time!