Get the latest news and updates from Te Tari Pūreke and find out about changes to New Zealand's firearms laws.

Review of the Firearms Registry

The review is being carried out by the Ministry of Justice during 2024

You must keep complying with your legal obligations during this time. The law has not changed. You are still required to enter and update your details in the Registry when you have an activating circumstance.  

News and announcements

The latest news articles and announcements from Te Tari Pūreke.

Firearms data and public information

Proactively released information, including Cabinet papers, firearms data and surveys. Te Tari Pūreke proactively releases information as part of its commitment to openness and transparency.

Firearms Pānui

Firearms Pānui (Firearms Newsletter) has the latest news and information about regulations and guidance. It also highlights stories from the firearms community.

Dealer Pānui

Dealer Pānui (Dealer Newsletter) is a newsletter specific to licensed dealers. It has a regular summary of information and guidance, including legislative changes, key dates and useful links.

Reports and publications

Reports and publications published by Te Tari Pūreke.

Posters, flyers and other resources

Download guidance documents, brochures and posters about firearms safety and licensing.

Firearms law changes

Firearms laws have undergone significant changes since 2019, including amendments to both the Arms Act 1983 and the Arms Regulations 1992.

Official Information Act Responses (OIAs)

Official Information Act (OIA) responses that may be of interest to the wider firearms community.
Last updated
28 August 2024

 

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