Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is urging the national cabinet to quickly agree on the federal government’s upcoming gun buyback program. The program aims to reduce firearms after new laws passed following the Bondi Beach terror attack. This buyback could cost hundreds of millions and will be shared equally by the federal and state governments. However, Queensland and Northern Territory have refused to join the scheme. At a national cabinet meeting focused mainly on health and disability funding, gun buyback details remain unresolved. Victoria is reviewing its gun laws, and Tasmania’s police minister, Felix Ellis, said his state won’t rush the federal plan. Tasmania has about 150,000 registered guns, and Ellis expressed concern about the costs exceeding $20 million for his state. He stated, "We support stronger laws to stop terrorists and criminals getting access to firearms," but favors "evidence-based" measures ensuring community safety. South Australia supports the buyback in principle, but police minister Blair Boyer wants clarity on costs and if ammunition will be bought back. South Australia already enforces strict firearm laws and serves as a model for the country. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli rejects the need for a buyback, focusing instead on fighting antisemitism and illegal gun use. He said, "If we focus on that, not only will the state be safer, but the vast majority of Australians will back that approach." Northern Territory’s chief minister, Lia Finocchiaro, demands full federal funding and opposes new limits on gun ownership. There are 55,678 guns in the Northern Territory. Under the new laws, states will handle collecting surrendered guns, and the Australian Federal Police will destroy them. The buyback deadline is January 2028. The exact total cost is unknown, but historic comparisons show previous buybacks costing hundreds of millions. Victoria’s quick review, led by former police chief Ken Lay, will consider limiting individual gun ownership. Western Australia recently completed a $64 million buyback with over 61,000 firearms collected. The plan faces opposition from sporting shooters and farmers, who want fair market compensation for their guns. Firearm Owners United warns that inadequate payments could cause unfair losses for owners and reduce trust in the scheme.