Ebony Bennett

In this discussion, Ebony Bennett, the Deputy Director at The Australia Institute, delves into Australia's rising gun ownership rates despite historic reforms post-Port Arthur. She outlines the gaps in current firearm policies and critiques the Coalition's resistance against Labor's proposed reforms. Bennett also highlights the impact of political lobbying on gun laws and the necessity of a national firearms registry for public safety. With four million legal guns in circulation, the conversation raises important questions about accountability and reform.