Archive for October, 2001

JOHN HOWARD – ONCE WAS A WARRIOR

When the National Agreement on Gun Laws came about in 1996 following the Port Arthur tragedy the matter of guns was addressed but not the crucially important area of shooter safety training. Prime Minister John Howard led the way in 1996. Over the last two years the Police Ministers Council have examined the 'Firearms Safety Test' and reached their decision. That decision marks a great setback for community and the Federal Government who have not achieved either of the two fundamental improve...