- The Crisafulli Government is delivering strong, decisive action to combat antisemitism and hate, and keep guns out of the hands of terrorists and criminals.
- The new laws introduce tough penalties for the display and use of terrorist symbols and phrases, while delivering stronger protections for places of worship.
- The reforms include nation-leading penalties for firearms misuse, 3D-printed weapons, and new offences to crack down on drive-by shootings.
- The Crisafulli Government is making Queensland safer and delivering a clear and strong response to the Bondi beach terrorist attack after Labor failed to crackdown on antisemitism during their decade of decline.
The Crisafulli Government has passed landmark legislation through the Queensland Parliament to fight antisemitism and keep guns out of the hands of terrorists and criminals – to make Queensland safer.
The reforms represent a zero-tolerance approach to hate, extremism and intimidation in Queensland, following the Bondi Beach terrorist attack.
The new laws introduce tough penalties for the display and use of terrorist symbols and phrases, while delivering stronger protections for places of worship to ensure communities can gather and practise their faith safely.
The legislation also includes increased penalties for trafficking firearms or ammunition, a new offence to crackdown on drive-by shootings and expanded powers to consider a broader range of matters when determining weapons licence eligibility.
The reforms deliver on the Crisafulli Government's commitment to stamp out antisemitism and terrorist extremism, and keep guns out of the hands of criminals and terrorists, to ensure every Queenslander can live, worship and gather safely.
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice and Minister for Integrity Deb Frecklington said the Crisafulli Government was determined to stamp out hate and had bolstered protections for the safety of the Jewish community in Queensland.
"The Crisafulli Government has drawn a clear line to confront antisemitism in Queensland," the Attorney-General said.
"With the passage of this legislation, we are strengthening protections for the Jewish community and sending a clear message that hatred and intimidation have no place in our great state.
"These targeted reforms reinforce our commitment to protecting all Queenslanders, supporting vulnerable communities, and ensuring Queensland remains a safe, inclusive state for everyone."
Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the Crisafulli Government was making Queensland safer by cracking down on criminals and terrorists with guns.
"The Crisafulli Government has delivered nation-leading reforms, cracking down on criminals and terrorists with guns and stamping out hate as we continue to make Queensland safer after Labor's decade of decline," Minister Purdie said.
"We are backing our police with mental health reporting, stronger powers, improved intelligence sharing and better technology, strengthening the frontline and restoring safety where you live.
"We are sending a clear to message to criminals who want access to guns that they will be met with the toughest possible laws after years of inaction under the former Labor Government."
Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies President Jason Steinberg said the passage of these reforms was a significant moment for Jewish Queenslanders.
"Following the horrific Bondi terror attack, years of abuse and an attack on our oldest synagogue, our community has faced unprecedented and fear. This outcome proves that Queensland stands firmly against antisemitism and supports those targeted by hate," Mr Steinberg said.
"By banning specific terror slogans and symbols, the government is drawing a clear line in the sand. These laws provide the practical protections we need to live, study, work and gather safely.
"We greatly appreciate the Crisafulli Government's commitment to these reforms. By addressing the toxic hostility and dehumanising language seen in recent years, the government has shown it is serious about safeguarding all citizens and protecting our places of worship."
