Learn about key changes coming into effect from 23 February 2028, including greater flexibility for collectors and updates to the suspension period for firearms licences affected by mental health concerns.
Safety, storage and wellbeing
Guidance on firearms safety, secure storage, transporting firearms, safe hunting practices, and support for licence holders and health practitioners.
Firearms Safety Code
The Firearms Safety Code is the guide for the safe use of firearms in New Zealand. It contains detailed information and pictures to help you stay safe. The code is available in both English and Te Reo Māori.
You can download it for free or buy a hard copy for $34.99.
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