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ARU Targets Labor Candidates Over Controversial Gun Laws

4/21/2026

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The Australian Recreation Union (ARU) plans to campaign against Labor candidates in New South Wales over firearm laws enacted after the Bondi terror attack.
The ARU says these laws are unjustified and targets 17 electorates.
Police Minister Yasmin Catley defended the laws as necessary for community safety.
The ARU will comply with electoral laws and is not registered as a third-party campaigner for the upcoming election.

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The Australian Recreation Union (ARU) plans to campaign against Labor candidates in New South Wales over firearm laws enacted after the Bondi terror attack.
The ARU says these laws are unjustified and targets 17 electorates.
Police Minister Yasmin Catley defended the laws as necessary for community safety.
The ARU will comply with electoral laws and is not registered as a third-party campaigner for the upcoming election.