Tasmania announces stronger gun laws but stops short of firearm limit
Tasmania has introduced new gun laws that intensify licensing requirements and implement a buyback scheme, but do not limit the number of firearms individuals can own.
Residents 'embarrassed' by WA town as buyback scheme ends
The buyback scheme for residential properties in Port Hedland's West End has concluded, leaving the area’s future uncertain and residents feeling embarrassed about the town's state.
Ivory Coast: Government launches cocoa buyback scheme
The Ivory Coast government has initiated a cocoa buyback scheme to help producers get paid amidst a crisis of piling cocoa stocks caused by logistical issues and other factors.
Parliament to be recalled early as Labor seeks to crack down on ‘hate preachers’ and fund gun buybacks
The Australian federal parliament will be recalled early to legislate against 'hate preachers' and initiate a national gun buyback scheme following a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, amid ongoing debates regarding a royal commission into antisemitism.