Martin Bryant is an Australian man known for committing the worst mass shooting in Australian history. On April 28, 1996, he opened fire at the Port Arthur Historic Site in Tasmania, killing 35 people and injuring 23 others. This tragic event led to significant changes in gun control laws across Australia. Following the shooting, Bryant was arrested and later found guilty of multiple charges, including murder. He was sentenced to 35 life terms in prison without the possibility of parole. The incident profoundly impacted Australian society and prompted discussions about public safety and mental health.