Nothing is more important than the health and safety of you and your family. 

Crime has been and continues to be a challenge here in New South Wales and throughout the World. 

In recent weeks and months, we have all borne witness to the devastating outcomes of knife related violence. 

That is why the Minns Labor Government is introducing reforms to target possession of knives, reduce knife crime and boost community safety. 

The State Labor Government is developing legislation that will give police the power to search people for knives in certain areas such as transport stations, shopping centres and other crowded places. 

On top of this, we are doubling the maximum penalty for various knife related offences and making it illegal to sell knives to a child under 18. 

Everyone has the right to feel safe at home and in public. 

As Premier of NSW, I am focused on addressing knife-related crime, getting knives off the streets and keeping our local community safe. 

These reforms send a strong message about the seriousness of knife related violence and the Minns Labor Government’s commitment to take immediate steps to prevent future tragedies. 

I know that many in our community have followed the devastating media coverage and heard the stories of victims and families over the past month – tragically there have been so many recent examples. 

Our communities are still in mourning, but it’s essential that we step up to take immediate action to send a clear message that NSW will simply not accept these kinds of crimes. 

These reforms are about keeping people safe. 

I want the community to have confidence that the Minns Labor Government is doing everything it can to make our community a safer place. 

Yours sincerely,

The Hon. Chris Minns MP
Premier of New South Wales
Member for Kogarah