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Parents of police killed in Wieambilla urge gun buyback as Queensland set to reject federal scheme

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Andrew MessengerJanuary 20, 2026 at 08:30 AM
Parents of police killed in Wieambilla urge gun buyback as Queensland set to reject federal scheme
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Following a 2022 police ambush in Wieambilla, Queensland, the parents of the murdered officers are advocating for the federal government's proposed gun buyback scheme. Their support comes after the Bondi beach terror attack, highlighting concerns about gun control. However, the Queensland LNP government is reportedly leaning towards rejecting the federal program, a decision made during a recent cabinet meeting. The parents are urging an end to political disagreements, emphasizing the importance of addressing gun violence. The proposed buyback scheme aims to reduce the number of firearms in circulation across the country.

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Australia 50% Bondi Beach 60% Wieambilla 70% Liberal National Party (LNP) ×280% Federal Government 80% Queensland ×290%

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gun buyback scheme 100% gun control 80% police 70% queensland 70% lnp 60% federal government 50% wieambilla 40% bondi beach terror attack 40%

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Political Lean
Center-Left (-0.40)
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85%
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Queensland

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