About Firearms Reform - Official WA Police Force Podcast
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.
Commander 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firear...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 12: Firearms Training
In 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms) For registration or changes in licensin...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 9: Firearms Portal
In 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Se...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 13: Firearm Authority Health Examinations
Commander Lawrence Panaia APM 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms) For registration or changes in licensing p...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 8: Firearms Amnesty
Commander 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms) For registration or changes in licensing please v...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 11: Licence Types
Did 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Services (Firearms) For registr...
8 Jun 2026
Episode 14: Young Persons and Firearms
Commander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar 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 894 474 You can find out more at: Licensing Serv...
20 Jun 2025
The Portal
Commander Panaia and Claire discuss the new Firearms Licensing Portal, highlighting the need for consistent personal information and myID, in this interview episode.
20 Jun 2025
Property Registration
Commander Panaia and Claire from the WA Police Force clarify property registration and firearm permissions, exploring specifications regarding the number of permissions in this episode.
20 Jun 2025
Firearms Reform
Commander Panaia and Claire from the WA Police Force explore the Firearms Act 2024, focusing on parliamentary review and implications for license holders in this interview.
20 Jun 2025
Health Standards
The WA Police Force Firearms Reform podcast episode examines the health examination process, timeline, costs, and physical requirements for both new and existing firearms license holders.
20 Jun 2025
Hunting Licenses and Permissions
Claire and Commander Panaia from the WA Police Force clarify updated hunting permission regulations, covering renewals, temporary permissions, and landowner issuance processes.
20 Jun 2025
Security and Storage
Commander Panaia from WA Police Force details new firearm storage standards and grandfathering clauses for existing license holders under the updated legislation.
20 Jun 2025
An Introduction
Hosts Commander Lawrence Panaia APM and Claire Ciantar introduce the Firearms Reform podcast series, informing Western Australians about key changes in law and processes per The Firearms Act 2024.
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Claire and Commander Panaia host the show. Published by Western Australia Police Force.
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