Clubs and ranges

Clubs and ranges must apply for approval or enrolment, and follow guidelines for safe operation, storage and selling of firearms and ammunition.

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The Arms Act 2026 outlines that Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand must regulate target shooting activities across:

  • pistol shooting clubs
  • non-pistol shooting clubs
  • pistol shooting ranges
  • non-pistol shooting ranges
  • temporary non-pistol shooting ranges

To align with the Arms Act 2026, the Clubs and Ranges section is currently being updated. While the information remains largely accurate, some details may be out of date.

We are working to refresh the Clubs and Ranges section as quickly as possible and expect to complete the update within the next few weeks.

 

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