Firearm owners must take "all reasonable precautions to ensure the firearm is kept safely, is not lost or stolen and does not come into the possession of an unauthorised person."
ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | WA | VIC | NZ
ACT — Australian Capital Territory
Category A & B (10 or fewer firearms)
- Metal lockable containers with firing mechanisms stored separately
- Hardwood security containers lined with steel as an alternative
- Minimum 2 anchor bolts required for securing
Category A & B (more than 10), C, D & H
- Metal, concrete, or brick safes required
- Structural grade mild steel minimum 3mm thick with continuous welding
- Doors constructed with interlocking frame
- 5-lever key deadlock or equivalent security
- Bolting requirements to prevent easy removal
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NSW — New South Wales
Category A & B
- Locked safe when not in use or being carried
- Commercial steel or hardwood safe designed for firearms
- 4 or more anchor points in brick, stone, concrete or wall studs
- Fixed installation required if safe weighs under 150kg
- Locking mechanism: solid metal, 3-point system or equivalent
- External locks: minimum 40mm body width with hardened steel shackle
- Ammunition: locked metal container stored separately from firearms, or integral safe compartment
Category C, D & H
- Commercial steel safe required
- 4 or more anchor points when mounted
- Solid steel fixtures for attachment
- Ammunition storage requirements same as Category A/B
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NT — Northern Territory
The Northern Territory Police Firearms Registry sets out storage requirements for NT licence holders. Please refer to their website for current specifications.
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QLD — Queensland
Category A, B, C, E & M (30 or fewer firearms)
- Locked solid steel or timber container
- Securely fixed if under 150kg
- Sturdy combination lock, keyed lock, or padlock
Category D, H & R (30 or fewer firearms)
- Solid steel container bolted to frame or floor
- Sturdy combination lock, keyed lock, or padlock
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SA — South Australia
New laws effective 1 July 2017.
| Firearm Count | Categories | Required Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1–19 | A/B only | Level 1 safe |
| 1–19 | Includes C, D or H | Level 2 safe |
| 20–34 | Any | Level 2 safe + CCTV or alarm |
| 35–49 | Any | Level 2 safe + CCTV and alarm |
| 50+ or 30+ Cat H | Any | Strongroom + CCTV and alarm |
Level 1 Safe
- Steel body and door, minimum 2mm thick
- Recessed or flush-fitted door
- 3-point locking system (internal key, electronic, pin, or biometric) OR external lock (40mm+ body with hardened shackle)
- Weighs 150kg or more, OR bolted at 2 or more anchor points
Level 2 Safe
- Steel body and door, minimum 3mm thick
- Same locking and bolting requirements as Level 1
Ammunition Storage
- Separate locked container from firearms
- Can be an internal compartment if the unlocking mechanism differs
- Keys, codes and access mechanisms must not be interchangeable
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TAS — Tasmania
New laws effective 4 December 2017.
General
- Locked receptacle when not in use
- Metal thickness: 2mm for Category A/B, 3mm for Category C/D/H, or concrete equivalent
- Fixed to building if under 150kg — 2 wall bolts + 2 floor bolts (or 4 total)
- Internal locking mechanism required
- Internal hinges, or mechanism preventing door opening if hinges are removed
Ammunition
- Separate locked receptacle or compartment
- Different key from the firearm storage
Category H or 10+ Firearms
- Electronic security device required (alarm or visual recording)
- Audible or monitored alarm, OR quality visual recordings identifying individuals
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WA — Western Australia
Updated February 2025.
Storage Levels
- Level 1: 3mm steel cabinet with 6mm door, Grade V safe, or secure room
- Level 2: 6mm steel cabinet with 10mm door, Grade V safe, or secure room
- Level 3: Grade V safe or secure room only
The required level is determined by your firearm count (<5, 6–15, or 16+), premises occupancy, and firearm categories (A, B, C, E, H). Contact the WA Police Firearms Branch for your specific matrix result.
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VIC — Victoria
Category A, B, C, D & H
Effective 30 August 2022.
- Purpose-built steel storage receptacle required
- Minimum 1.6mm steel thickness (compliant with AS/NZS 1594:2002)
- Bolted to structure if safe weighs under 150kg
- Locked with a sturdy construction lock
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NZ — New Zealand
General Requirements
- Stout construction lockable cabinet
Steel Cabinet Specifications
- Continuous bracing plate in doorframe
- 3mm or thicker steel walls and door (or equivalent bracing)
- Internal angle steel or continuously folded door edge
- Fixed to building on 2 surfaces with 6mm or larger fasteners
- Fastened to concrete, brick, or through studs at minimum 50mm depth
- Internal or protected hinges, minimum 3mm thick
- Locks and hinges positioned to resist force or lever attacks
- Welded or folded seams throughout