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NOMINATIONS FOR TEAM CAPTAINS – F-CLASS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP September 2026NRANZ is planning to have an FTR and F Open teams compete in the F-Class World Championships are being held in…
To members of the NRANZ The Geange family formally extend our gratitude to all the Shooters who attended Barry's funeral in Hamilton yesterday.
Call for nominations The NRANZ Selectors are calling for nominations for FO and FTR teams to compete against Australia in a Trans-Tasman Match on Monday 8th January 2024.
New Zealand Rifle Goodwill Team Captains - January 2024 The NRANZ Council are calling for Captains for the following teams to compete against Australian teams: * 2 x New Zealand Goodwill FO…
NRANZ has made a submission to the Police discussion document. Submissions close at midnight 16 February 2023.
Cost Recovery Newsletter from President Paint by Number from COLFO
North v South Island Teams announced for 2023
It is with great pleasure that the NRANZ Council announce the appointment of Sam Kershaw as the Captain for the NZ Under 25 Team to South Africa in 2024.
2023 National Championships Clubs and Ranges Regulations Firearm Registration Components 2208 Powder F Class Team Team Nominations NRANZ Councillors at Large NRANZ Officers and AGM Summary Newsletter …
Expressions of Interest - Range Officer for 2023 National ChampionshipsNRANZ are looking for a suitable person to act as a Range Officer during the upcoming national championships to be available…
Kia ora, On 1 February 2022, new regulations for firearms and ammunition storage and transport came into effect, which affect all standard firearms licence holders.
Congratulations to Alan Whiteman, MNZM. Some photos of the Investiture Ceremony.
Congratulations to the members of the 2023 NZ F-Class Team heading to South Africa next year. Team announced here
Read the Heritage Management Plan (HMP) produced to provide guidance for the future conservation of the Trentham Rifle Ranges, recognised by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) as a place…
Articles written by Bruce Scott - President of the NRAA History of chairing of rifle shooting champions https://nraa. com. au/history/chairing-of-rifle-shooting-champions-the-tradition/ His…
Barnard Precision Championship for 2021Over 2021 the Barnard Precision Aggregate has been held with entries gained by attending Regional Championships.
Download in PDF form F Class World ChampionshipsSouth Africa, March / April 2023 NRANZ are calling for nominations for team members of a New Zealand F Class Rifle Team to attend the…
MNZMMember of the New Zealand Order of Merit Alan Bruce Whiteman – Upper Hutt For services to Fullbore target rifle shooting Mr Alan Whiteman has contributed to the sport of full bore target…
Congratulations to the members of the Teams announced for Monday 10 January 2022 North Island v South Island Teams
Vaccine Pass required for the 2022 National Championship
With thanks to Barnard we have had our first successful Tender for a Barnard P-Action. We received 8 tenders the highest being $1650. Helen Morgan Secretary
It was with great pleasure Life Member Rob Morgan presented Dave Rangi from Tait Communications with a Distinguished Service Medal.
Over 2020 the Barnard Precision Aggregate has been held with entries gained by attending Regional Championships.
Congratulations to team members. North v South Island Teams
Call for nominations - Teams events - NRANZ Championships, Monday January 11th 2021 South Island & North Island - Target Rifle Teams: Nominations are called for managers, shooters and wind coaches.…
It is with great pleasure that the NRANZ Council announce the appointment of Malcolm Dodson as the 2023 NZ Team Palma Captain.
Hi team Jono Phillipps will be conducting three regional coaching courses during this coming season.
NRANZ new F-PR class rules A. Rifles shall not exceed a calibre of . 308 inch B. Barrel length shall not exceed 715 mm (28.
Over 2017 the Barnard Precision Aggregate has been held with entries gained by attending Regional Championships.
Virtual Canterbury Autumn Championship – by Coby Snowden So this weekend was meant to be the Canterbury Autumn Champs for fullbore shooting.
Over 2019 the Barnard Precision Aggregate has been held with entries gained by attending Regional Championships.
Thanks to David, the Australian FO Captain, a correction has been made to the MVs for weights from 215 gns and heavier Corrected document - Ammunition and Energy Testing Procedure
Offer of help for members traveling to South Africa
F Class World Championship Postponement The Secretary General ICFRA has advised confirmation of the FCWC has now been postponed to April 2022 to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Proposed New Zealand Veterans team visit to Australia in 2021At the AGM of the Vets Division of NRANZ, held at Trentham in January 2020, discussion took place about a NZ…
NRANZ Newsletter March 2020 What is left of our season has come to a very abrupt end with the country going into lock-down.
It has been decided that due to developments on the farm/range by the owners to postpone the November championship competition.
Nominations Called for NZ Team to compete in the Australia Match
Australia Match, Bisley July 2021 The NRA of UK are hosting the Australia Match at Bisley, England, during the Imperial Target Rifle Meeting in July 2021.
New Zealand Palma Team Captain South Africa 2023 The next Palma Match is being held in South Africa in April 2023.
Call for nominations - Teams events - NRANZ Championships, Monday January 13th 2020 South Island & North Island - Target Rifle Teams: Nominations are called for shooters and wind coaches.
NRANZ is planning to have a FTR and F Open teams compete in the F Class World Championships that are being held in South Africa, 7-17 April 2021.
As published today - 20 June 2019 http://www. legislation. govt. nz/regulation/public/2019/0137/latest/LMS214860. html?search=ts_act%40bill%40regulation%40deemedreg_arms_resel_25_a&p=1
More information can be found here: https://www. police. govt. nz/advice/firearms-and-safety/changes-firearms-law-prohibited-firearms#anchor7
Good evening, A quick message in relation to applying for an endorsement and permit to possess prohibited items.
The second day of the Trans Tasman F Class teams match saw a continuation of the cool westerly breeze.
Hello all, Please take time to read this as it is IMPORTANT if you want to attend future ISSF events! (including the 2019 Oceania Championships).
Congratulations to the NZ "F Class" Team 2019 - to compete in Australia.
NRANZ Postal CompetitionsNRANZ has a number of postal competitions for clubs to participate in. These are all shot on your home range when you want to shoot them.
The NRANZ is calling for nominations for F Class representative teams to compete in the Trans Tasman F Class Matches - on the 17th & 18th June this year at…
Expressions of Interest for NZ Team to UK 2019
The following team has been selected to represent New Zealand Veterans in the Tony Loughnan Match at Trentham, Monday 28 January 2019.
We are looking for Volunteers for January and February 2019 to work alongside our wonderful committee, in making the NZ National Championship and Palma events at the Seddon Range in…
Hi everyone An update on what is happening at the new range.
Mister Chairman, On behalf of the members of the Normandy Rifle Club, French Long Range Rifle Shooting association, and on our personal behalf, at the occasion of the Centenary of the…
Dear NRANZ Members From 26 January to 10 February 2019 NRANZ is hosting the NRANZ Nationals, the Individual World Championships and the Palma, Veterans, U25, U21 teams matches.
Hi Here are the results from the New Zealand Rifle Team Palma 2019 Raffle drawn at the Rangiora Police station 26/9/18 1st.
Hi all Today is our final day in Changwon. We have packed up the rifles and left over ammo.
Hi all Entries are now open for the 2019 NZ Championship (Ballinger Belt), 300 metre, WRA & Individual Long Range World Championship. http://nranz. org.
Report from South Korea Hi all, Here's a bit of an update on our trip so far.
Thanks to one of our members for finding this and sending it in - enjoy the read Some history of Seddon Range
Our LRWC banner is up again ready for the Imperial Meeting at Bisley which starts in 2 weeks.
John McLaren celebrating with Haddon Donald on Haddon's 101st birthday.
The NRANZ Selectors are making a further call for nominations for the New Zealand Veterans TR Team for the World Championships at Trentham in 2019.
Congratulations to the following members for winning the vouchers for $200 off a True-Flite barrel:- Bob Gordon - Hawkes Bay Rifle Club Sam Kershaw - Malvern Rifle Club Frank Duckett - Masterton Ri…
Photos for purchase from AT Photo Photos are $10 each https://atphoto. pixieset. com/2018ballingerbelt/
The National Rifle Association of New Zealand is pleased to announce the names of those selected for the New Zealand Rifle Team to attend the World Long Range Championships and…
2018 NEW ZEALAND LONG RANGE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPSfebruary 14, 2018 By Erik Rhode Seddon Range, Trentham, Upper Hutt, New Zealand 2018 New Zealand Long Range National Championships | January 26 - …
F Class (FTR & F OPEN) RULE CLARIFICATION Addition email received 27 January 2018 Lady and Gentleman, I confirm the Chairman's interpretation and emphasis “They must be flat on the top and bottom.…
Junior Development Team Manager - J Phillipps Captain - S Kershaw Coach - K Mckee Shooters - C Beardslee B Hutching S Kershaw R May M Snowden
A zero range will be operational this year at the following place and times.
Congratulations to the 2018 North v South Teams here (updated 17 January 2018)
Please see both the newsletter and parking plan Newsletter Parking plan
The national selectors have named the following team to compete in the International match at Trentham - Monday 29th January, 2018.
NZ Team for New Zealand Trophy Match Trentham - Monday 29th January 2018 Rowlands R - Captain Kershaw C - Adjutant Carter B - Coach Snowden J - Coach Shooters: Bolland G Cameron I Goldsmith C …
Call for nominations - Teams events - NRANZ Championships, Monday January 29th 2018 South Island & North Island - Target Rifle Teams: Nominations are called for shooters and wind coaches.
FTR Rule clarification A number of questions have been raised by a NZ shooter which have been clarified by Kenny Proulx, ICFRA F-Class Committee Chairman.
U25 Subsidy for 2018 NZ Championships – Ballinger Belt We have received funding from the NZ Shooting Federation to promote U25 members to attend our 2018 National Championship.
The NRANZ Selectors are calling for nominations for the 2018 Veterans TR Team to shoot against Australian and USA Veterans at Trentham in January 2018.
The NRANZ Selectors have called for nominations for the Captain and Manager for the New Zealand Veterans TR Team for the World Championships at Trentham in 2019.
Congratulations to members selected in the FO and FTR teams to compete against Australia in January 2018. 2018 FO and FTR Teams Announcement - revised
Firearms Community Advisory Forum May 2016 Minutes
Thanks to the VRA for their assistance in making this possible. Friendly, helpful staff make organisation a breeze.
Report on the Inquiry into issues relating to the illegal possession of firearms in NZ Full Review on Law & Order Select Committee Report
The 7 Kiwis at Bendigo have been enjoying some cool but sunny weather.
Haddon loves shooting and shooting loves Haddon. Nobody still present in the sport is more respected or honored.
THANKS TO THE HUTT MANA TRUST The National Rifle Association has purchased 60 new wind flags for the Seddon Range at a total cost of $9,540 less GST.
The NRANZ Selectors are calling for nominations for an F-Class team to compete against Australia in a Trans-Tasman Match on Monday 29 January 2018.
Please note 2 changes to the Championship list this season. Canterbury Autumn Championship has been moved 8 - 9 April 2017 on the newly certified Ashburton range.
The minutes of the meeting held in December are now online. http://www. police. govt. nz/sites/default/files/publications/firearms-community-advisory-forum-minutes-december2016. pdf
Winners of the $200 True-Flite Voucher (drawn on 14 January 2017) 1. Sam Kershaw - U/25 Malvern Rifle Club 2. Daniel Alexander - U/25 Malvern Rifle Club 3.
Be in the draw for $200 off a True-Flite barrel. Details here - closes Friday 13 January 2017
North v South Island Teams for January 2017 here
The NRANZ wish to announce the following trialists have been selected to compete for nomination for the 2018 Commonwealth Games:- Carter, Brian - Te Puke Rifle Club Collings, Diane - Te Puke…
Over 2016 the Barnard Precision Aggregate has been held with entries gained by attending Regional Championships.
There is a pdf copy of the ISSF Technical Rules , including amendments effective 1 January 2017, now on the ISSF website.
Please note - the closing date for nominations to take part in the Commonwealth Games selection process is extended to the 15 December 2016.
Congratulations to team members selected for the NZ International matches in January 2017 2017 New Zealand Team 2017 New Zealand Veterans Team
A must read for users of Seddon Range, Trentham, New Zealand NRANZ Council has decided to raise ammunition testing and Muzzle Energy testing to a more visible level in NRANZ and…
Members, from outside Bay of Plenty, planning to attend the Te Puke Championship on 29 & 30 October 2016 could you please advise Irene Cameron so they have an idea…
Hello all, RE: NZSF 2018 Commonwealth Games (Nomination Criteria) Below is a link to the NZSF 2018 Commonwealth Games Nomination Criteria http://www. olympic. org. nz/assets/Uploads/Shooting-Nom…
Hello fellow shooters. I am sending a friendly reminder to you all that our time restraint is coming to an end to nominate for the NZ Palma squad.
Working bee by Wellington members over the weekend to get the 1000 yard mound ready for the new season.
Cheltenham Rifle Club programme for 2016/17 season Click here
Hi all, Here is a update of where we are at so far. F Class Committee Membership: is good but some people still need to pay their subscriptions.
Hi Team It is my honour as the Captain of the New Zealand Palma Team to announce that we are now looking for nominations for the Palma team to compete in…
It is with great pleasure we announce the Captain and Adjutant for the 2019 Palma Team Captain - Richard Rowlands Adjutant - Chris Kershaw
NRANZ Life Member Morrie Gordon passed over today, Wednesday 29 June 2016 in his 90th year.
For your information an article re a rifle failure in Australia http://www. nraa. com. au/urgent-notice-rifle-failure/
NZ Police are about to launch a series of Police Range Inspection courses for the purpose of qualifying people to assist with the new Firearms Legislation and certification.
We would like to thank Barnard Precision for the donation of an amazing P Action.
Great news that the Masterton Rifle Club are finalist for the 2015-16 Wairarapa Times-Age sports awards in the Senior Sports Team category after their impressive display of shooting at this…
NRANZ have accepted an invitation to compete in the World F Class Championship to be shot in Canada during August 2017.
Call for nominations for the NZ Palma Team Captain for the Palma Match to be held at Trentham in 2019.
NRANZ have accepted an invitation to compete in the Australia Match in March 2017 at the Gen De Wet Rifle Range, Bloemfontein, South Africa.
NRANZ have accepted an invitation to compete in the Australia Match in March 2017 at the Gen De Wet Rifle Range, Bloemfontein, South Africa.
Well done to Masterton Rifle Club for a wonderful article http://www. nzherald. co. nz/wairarapa-times-age/news/article. cfm?c_id=1503414&objectid=11580345
Below is the link to the minutes of the NZ Police Firearms Community Advisory Forum which Nicole McKee attends on behalf the NRANZ Quarterly newsletter http://www. police. govt. nz/sites/default/fil…
The Marlborough Express has another great article on Malcolm. . . . http://www. stuff. co. nz/…/sport/76…/dodsons-glittering-prizes
Follow the link to a wonderful article on Malcolm Dodson http://www. stuff. co. nz/marlborough-express/sport/75957982/Dodson-survives-late-hiccup-to-bring-home-prized-Ballinger-Belt
Team Captain, Darren Swaney, Malvern Vice Captain, Nik Chiew, Clevedon Manager, Karyn Flanagan, Karori F Open Team Nik Chiew, Clevedon, Captain Colin Brown, Karori Frank Duckett, Masterton Paul…
The National Rifle Association of New Zealand is pleased to announce the names of those selected for the NZ Veteran’s Rifle Team to compete against Australia in January 2016.
To all F Class Shooter, You are all invited to attend the first annual meeting of the new F class Section of the NRANZ.
North and South Island Teams Interisland Match, Monday 11 January Course of fire, 10 shots at 300, 600, 900 and 1000 yards.
NZ Veterans Section Annual General Meeting to be held in the Ron Gurney Room, NRA Headquarters Wednesday 13 January 2016 start after shooting finishes
To all Shooter, Just to keep you all informed the F Class Rifle Team to Belmont, Australia 2016 will be named in the days after the Ladies Long Weekend.
Call for Nominations for North v South Teams Nominations are called for the North / South teams match to be held at the National Championships at the Trentham Rifle Range on…
NRANZ is pleased to announce the following appointments NRANZ F Class teams to Australia June 2016.
NZ Police have recently changed the process for purchasing a firearm, ammunition and air guns through mail order.
We have space available for your advertisement in the 2016 National Championship Red Book. Please see attached flyer for details. Advertising Flyer
Great article in the Air Force News on Charlotte Flanagan and Amy Hatcher See page 31, enjoy the rest. . . . http://www. airforce. mil. nz/downloads/pdf/airforce-news/afn174. pdf Dead Link
Wonderful article on Brad Palatchie. http://www. stuff. co. nz/marlborough-express/sport/72555030/palatchie-targets-more-success
Today saw 260 shooters compete in the Duncan shorts.
Nominations are being called for persons to fill the positions of Captain, Manager, Coaches and Shooters to compete in a Trans-Tasman Match being held on Monday 11 January 2016 in…
NEW ZEALAND PALMA MATCH TEAM Match Day Captain: Kevin Win Master Coach: John McLaren Squads: Coach Anita Benbrook Owen Whiteman Bevan Mehrtens Richard Rowlands John Snowden Shooters: Amy H…
Follow the link to a wonderful article on Charlotte Flanagan. http://www. stuff. co. nz/dominion-post/sport/71460716/charlotte-flanagan-wins-american-longrange-junior-shooting-title
Council would like to get an indication of the level of interest from FO and FTR class shooters for two International events.
Tuesday 11th Today was the final day of the World Long Range individual match. We are thrilled for Alan, achieving 5th place after the final.
The Brisbane Rifle Club Meeting was held today over 300, 500 and 600 yards. The wind was 2 left to 3 right for .
Alan White finishes 5th in Individual World Long Range Shooting Championship. Alan finished todays shootoff in 5th place.
Monday 10th August report from Owen, Charlotte, Casey and Amy. Today was day 3 of the world long range individual.
Hello all report for Sunday 09 August A rather interesting day here in Camp Perry as the day started with a medium to high temperatures with a relatively high humidity.
Today’s Report comes from The Kevin, Jan, Ross, Paul and Steve Camp. Today saw the America Match shot here at camp Perry.
Report for the 6th of August, Under 25 world championship match. It was a hot and windy day and some good shots were fired.
Wednesday 5 th Hi folks. We have just finished the US Championship which was shot over 3 days.
Monday: First day of the United States Fullbore Nationals (USFB). Today we did ranges 300,600 and 900 yards.
Saturday 1 August: On Thursday night we had a team meal at the Shores, the management allowed us to use their bbq area near the pool, great food was provided by…
Looks like we missed a day so here is the missing Report for 2nd August, Mini Palma Teams Todays team event started with a roll call at 7.
A 4-7 minute wind from the left that started out fairly steady but as the morning progressed the pick ups and let off's were a bit quicker and the 3rd…
Report for Thurs 30-07-15 The day started fine and remained fine with 5min left wind despite Chris firing several with 5 right at 1000yds.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Here are three URLs, two of which lead to photographs from this year's World Championship at Camp Perry, and one which leads to TV footage.
Grading List as at 5 June 2017 Ranked Alphabetic Club
The NRANZ is pleased to announce the selection of the New Zealand Ladies Team to shoot against the Australian Ladies Team in Brisbane in June 2015.
NRANZ is pleased to announce the following teams for the North verse South Island Teams match Monday 12 January 2015 Trentham.
New Zealand F Class Rifle Teams to complete against Australia Monday 12 January 2015, are as follows: New Zealand F Class Rifle Team - F Open Captain, Joey Meldrum , Christchurch Wind coach,…
The Mini League will be contested over the long ranges at 4 championship meetings in the Northern Area. The qualifying meetings will be: Hamilton Whatawhata Champs Nov. 8/9.
The weekend of 21/22 Sept saw the WRA grab the opportunity to construct and man a target shooting exhibit at an outdoors trade expo held in the local Cossie Club.
Congratulations to the two winners of the inaugural Barnard Precision Ltd Regional Championship for the 2014/15 Season.
It's great to hear that a number of our member clubs have been successful in applying for funding to assist with the purchase of electronic target systems.
National Rifle Association of NZ National Gradings and Handicaps As at 21 June 2015 Cut-off A Grade 998. 1, B Grade 963.
It is the intention of the National Rifle Association of New Zealand to have an Under 25 Team competing at the World Long Range Championship at Camp Perry, Ohio, USA…
Taranaki Rifle Club has posted a notice re a venue change for the 2014 Taranaki Championships, click here to read more. Click here to read about Taranaki events
19 Oct saw the first session of the Wgtn Try Target Shooting programme get under way.
Almost no wind meant that programmed aerial gorse spraying on Seddon Range could go ahead today.
The Dick Travis VC . 303 National Competition is all done and dusted. As with the previous years we were blessed with near perfect weather at Trentham.
The National Rifle Assn of NZ recently ran a raffle with a brand new Barnard Model P Action as the prize.
Keep up to date with the Commonwealth Games athletes at www. commonwealthgames. kiwi Mike Collings Athlete Results page on the Comm Games website https://www. commonwealthgames.
The National Rifle Associations of New Zealand and Australia has reached agreement re the arrangements to schedule and conduct an International F Class Teams Match; New Zealand vs Australia, Monday…
DATES OF TRY TARGET SHOOTING (TTS) AND LEARN TO TARGET SHOOT (LTTS)The Wellington Rifle Association is once again running a Try Target Shooting Day and if you're keen; a Learn…
John Snowden & Mike Collings continue their lead up to the Commonwealth Games after John’s 2nd placing at the Victorian Queens in Bendigo Australia .
A letter from the NZ Shooting Federation re Match Fixing in Sport can be read or downloaded here.
Daily reports from the crew in the field will be posted to our results page. Click here to go to results
2015 ISSF World Cups ISSF Jury Application Open for applications from NZ Judge’s and Referee’s with current ISSF licenses.
The Associations agent for storage and distribution has informed this office that the next shipment to NZ for 2206H will not be until mid to late Oct 2014.
NZ shooters have proud tradition to upholdby MARK GEENTY Click here to read.
The NRANZ Council has identified gaps in our trophy list for the National Championship.
Hi The NRANZ Council is keen to form a working group of interested parties on the installation and use of E-Targets in New Zealand.
Click here to read the NRANZ Winter 2014 Members Newsletter.
The National Rifle Association of New Zealand is pleased to announce the names of those selected for the NZ Under 25 and New Zealand Rifle Teams to attend the World…
Pics from Camp Perry 2013 courtesy of Malcolm. Click here to view.
NEW ZEALAND LADIES' LONG RANGE CHAMPIONSHIP Trentham Rifle Range – Saturday 7 December 2013 Weather Update: The forecast for Sat 7 Dec is not good for the morning but clearing after lunch.…
Sunday 19 January saw a celebration held for Cyril Schollum who turned 100 years old.
New Sponsorship Agreement Announced. . The National Rifle Association of NZ in conjunction with Barnard Precision NZ Ltd have reached agreement on a 12 month Promotional programme.
Wellington Rifle Association - "Try Target Shooting" is running a Try Target Shooting Day on Saturday 19 Oct 2013 @ 8:45 am on Trentham Range, drive down to the 300 yards…
General Notice The Wellington Rifle Association in conjunction with the National Rifle Association is calling for those interested to nominate as target markers and range staff for the events schedul…
The North / South Matches to be fired on Monday 13th January. Course of fire is 10 shots at 300, 600, 900 and 1000 yards.
The NZ Ladies Rifle Team would like to announce the winner of a fund raising raffle for the Canterbury Gunsworks rifle suppressor.
The Distinguished Service Medal (NRANZ-DSM) was adopted by Council September 2010.