Individual - Bobby Turnbull's anti-gun campaign

What was Bobby Turnbull’s campaign about?

Change gun laws and also sought to have a gun hotline established for people to report gun-related crimes

Why did Turnbull start campaign?

New Year’s Day 2012:

1. Turnbull’s mum, sister, and aunt were killed at their home by his aunt’s partner

2. After he killed Turnbull’s family, the murderer killed himself

3. The murderer owned 6 weapons, while also having a history of domestic violence

What was the key party involved?

Bobby Turnbull

What was the campaign’s methods?

• Petition

• Media coverage

• Endorsement from powerful figures

How many signatures did the petition get?

20,000 signatures

What media coverage did Turnbull do?

Turnbull regularily appeared in the media seeking support from potential followers

How did Turnbull get endorsement from powerful figures?

Turnbull lobbied MPS

Was the campaign successful?

Yes, because…

• The Amendments to the ‘Firearms Act 1968’ = suspended sentence of three months for purchasing a firearm

• In addition, if you have a history of domestic violence and you want to purchase a gun, the police must review your firearm certificate

What was not successful?

The gun hotline as there were no funds