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Prime Minister Albanese seeks to finalize details of a federal gun buyback at the next national cabinet meeting.
States will collect and process surrendered guns while the federal police lead weapon destruction.
Tasmania and Victoria weigh in on costs as the plan aims for a 50/50 funding split with states.
Queensland opposes a buyback, prioritizing countering antisemitism and hate over gun controls.
Port Arthur-style reform is cited as a key milestone for Australia’s gun laws.
Northern Territory demands full federal funding for the buyback.
The buyback mechanism is linked to the Bondi Beach terror attack and related security measures.
Tasmania reported a likely cost of more than $20 million for gun buyback in the state.
Opposition from sporting shooters and farmers is expected to continue as the plan progresses.

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Australia’s government awarded large offshore and onshore detention contracts to MTC Australia despite US criticisms of the company’s track record.
The Guardian report links MTC’s US misconduct allegations to concerns over Australia’s use of its private detention system.
Advocates call for a review of the Australian contracts with MTC amid concerns about human rights and governance.
Greens senator David Shoebridge urged an immediate review of MTC contracts in Australia.
MTC Australia holds contracts to operate Nauru processing and onshore detention facilities under Secure Journeys Pty Ltd.
MTC’s Australian operations must meet Nauru legislative requirements and uphold detainee rights, per department statements.
The Guardian report notes MTC’s involvement aligns with the US crackdown under the Trump administration.
Australian public figures and advocates criticize private detention operators profiting from immigration control.
The Department of Home Affairs defended its contract monitoring and integrity reviews.
Guardian Australia previously reported on MTC’s expanding contracts and cost figures in Australia.

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