Tag: gun_control

• New Zealand's Biggest Firearms Law Reset in 40 Years Takes Effect

  23 Sep 2026 5:30 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

  New Zealand's Arms Act 2026 and Arms Regulations 2026 come into force, creating an independent firearms regulator separate from Police and disqualifying gang members from holding licences.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues Nicole McKeeArms Act 2026Firearms Safety and Education New ZealandNew Zealand firearms lawArms Regulations 2026Firearms Licensing Review CommitteeGun controlNew Zealand Government

• New Zealand Firearms Registry Reaches Key Milestone, Providing First Comprehensive Overview

  24 Jun 2026 10:54 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  New Zealand's Firearms Registry has registered 63% of licence holders and over 683,000 firearms in three years. This initiative aims to provide a complete picture of lawful gun ownership by 2028, enhancing community safety.

  Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal Firearms RegistryGun ControlTe Tari PūrekeBruce BirdAucklandPublic SafetyNew Zealand Police

• New Zealand Firearms Registry Logs 400,000th Firearm

  6 May 2025 4:50 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  New Zealand's Firearms Registry marks 400,000 firearms registered, with 36% of license holders participating. The registry aims to enhance transparency and accountability, preventing firearms from falling into the wrong hands by August 2028.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaLegal Firearms RegistryTe Tari PurekeRichard Wilsonfirearmsgun controlChristchurchNZ Police

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