We’re delivering

11 Feb 2026 6:21 AMMark Boothman We’re delivering

A nation-leading response to the Bondi terrorist attack to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and terrorists.

➡️ Queensland licence holders will have to be an Australian citizen

➡️ the strongest penalties in the country for trafficking guns, with a maximum penalty of life in prison

➡️ stronger laws closing the loophole that hinders police from going after those preparing a terrorist attack before the attack

➡️ addressing drive-by shootings with 16 years imprisonment or 20 years if you’re linked to a criminal organisation or shoot at a place of worship

➡️ a new offence prohibiting the possession and distribution of blueprints for 3D-printed guns

➡️ expanded powers for police when determining weapons licence eligibility, including any history of violence, links to terrorist groups or weapons-related offending

➡️ strengthened police powers to disrupt illegal firearm trafficking

We are doing more than any other government has before to keep guns out of the hands of terrorists and criminals.