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Firearms Reform - Official WA Police Force Podcast
Hosted by Western Australia Police Force · EN
WA Police Force has created the Firearms Reform podcast to inform the Western Australian firearms community about changes to the Firearms Act.
Host Claire Ciantar is joined by Commander Lawrence Panaia APM - a veteran officer who has focussed on firearms reform over recent years.
Stay safe and stay informed.
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Episode 8: Firearms Amnesty
4w ago00:05:48Tap to summarizeCommander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar highlight the permanent firearms amnesty in Western Australia. This episode provides an understanding of what the amnesty is, its purpose, how it works, and how it complements the Firearms Act 2024.For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 9: Firearms Portal
4w ago00:05:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Commander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar provide an update on the Firearms Portal. As the approved manner for all firearm licensing activities under the Firearms Act 2024, every applicant, licence holder, and landowner allowing hunting on their property will need to have a Portal account.For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 13: Firearm Authority Health Examinations
4w ago00:05:07Tap to summarizeCommander Panaia and Claire unpack another key part of the Firearms Act 2024: Firearm Authority Health Examinations, also referred to as Health Assessments. What are they, and what do they mean for new licence applicants and licence holders?For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 14: Young Persons and Firearms
4w ago00:05:15Tap to summarizeCommander Panaia and Claire discuss how the new firearm laws apply to young people wanting to use a firearm in Western Australia. The episode outlines what is and isn’t allowed under the Firearms Act 2024, and the immediate supervision requirement by an appropriately authorised adult. For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 10: Licence Transitions
4w ago00:04:22Tap to summarizeCommander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar talk about the firearms reform progress and transition into the new licensing framework since the Firearms Act 2024 came into effect on 31 March 2025. They outline options and key actions for Transitional Authority holders and expired licence holders.For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 11: Licence Types
4w ago00:04:34Tap to summarizeDid you know about the different types of licences under the Firearms Act 2024? Commander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar run through the eight licence types, demonstrating a genuine reason for owning or using a firearm, and the importance of relevant supporting evidence. For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Episode 12: Firearms Training
4w ago00:03:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Commander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar dive into the mandatory firearms training implemented under the Firearms Act 2024. The theoretical and practical firearm safety training is now a requirement for new licence applicants. For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Property Registration
Jun 20, 202500:03:57Tap to summarizeWelcome to Firearms Reform; an official WA Police Force Podcast.Register your property. Commander Panaia and Claire are here to provide clarification on the registration of property and firearm permissions. Specifications regarding the number of permissions and other particulars of the reform are explored in this week's episode.For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →Hunting Licenses and Permissions
Jun 20, 202500:03:41Tap to summarizeWelcome to Firearms Reform; an official WA Police Force Podcast.Claire and Commander Panaia are on the hunt... for license holders unfamiliar with the new regulations regarding hunting permissions. Renewals are covered this episode, as are temporary permissions, and the actual process for issuing hunting permissions by landowners. For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
Transcribe →The Portal
Jun 20, 202500:03:45Tap to summarizeWelcome to Firearms Reform; an official WA Police Force Podcast.In this episode Commander Panaia and Claire dive into the Firearms Licensing Portal- the new, singular way to register for/renew a license. The importance of consistent and comprehensive personal information as well as myID is emphasised. For any questions or queries related to the topics discussed on this podcast please contact our Licensing Enforcement Division at: 1800 894 474You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms)For registration or changes in licensing please visit the portal: Firearms Portal
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