The moral weight of possessing a firearm is closely linked to the possessor’s intent. Responsible ownership, including training, secure storage, and ethical use, should be emphasised instead of blanket judgments about the morality of possession itself.
Around 3% of the population should be armed and adequately trained to bolster national security. By integrating aspects of Switzerland’s national defense model, Australia can enhance its strategy for expanding reserve unit capabilities. This would involve collaborating with members of target shooting clubs and other organisations committed to firearm safety and proficiency.
Those who believe Australia is immune to invasion due to its vast size may overlook one crucial fact: the majority of Australians live within 60 kms of the ocean along with our major infrastructure and manufacturing. Recent developments, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Navy calibrating their targeting systems, raise significant concerns. Analysts have pointed out that every major police station and military command center is a pre- targeted, underscoring the urgency of preparing for any eventuality including occupation of strategic areas of Australia. In light of these threats, how can we effectively establish a National Civil Defence to respond to an invasion that our Australian Defence Force (ADF) may struggle to repel?
The notion of relying solely on makeshift tools like brooms and shovels is inadequate and naïve. Australia stands as the last island in a chain of larger islands that the CCP military aims to control. The lessons from World War II highlight the dangers of underestimating an adversary; the failure to advance on pivotal targets allowed the U.S. to regroup, resupply, and ultimately turn the tide against the Japanese. This historical context is not lost on the CCP military.
In a scenario where superpowers seek to avoid nuclear escalation, Australia may find itself becoming the Ukraine of the Pacific.
It is particularly troubling to see certain politicians demonising individuals without a history of violence, branding them as societal villains. Such rhetoric raises concerns that these leaders may be inclined to appease an occupying force by compromising our defenses, perhaps even by providing access to firearms registries. It is vital that we remain vigilant in protecting our national security interests.