A Note From The Team – September/October 2026
Spring is just around the corner; we’re finally moving away from the depths of winter. The mornings are still crisp but with the added bonus of longer days!
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Having a Buck Each Way
Ecologist and champion of the recreational hunter, Cam Speedy, has been advocating for many years that managing deer to reduce numbers will result in fatter, more vocal deer that grow better antlers, and hopefully the forest will also benefit.
Read MoreA Note From The Team – July/August 2026
Don’t let a bit of snow stop you. Gear up, look out for your hunting buddies, and here’s to clear winter skies and steady steps in the hills.
Read MoreAn update from COLFO – Owning Firearms is a Political Statement
Recently, COLFO has released new merchandise for sale on our shop (www.colfo.shop) to help raise funds and continue our legacy of advocacy work on behalf of licensed firearm owners.
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In Defence of the .22 Mag
Research the .22 WMR, and you’ll find countless shooters opine on what the little magnum is not. It’s not as fun or as flat shooting as the .17 HMR.
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Progress Made and Opportunities Ahead for Game Animal Council
After six years as Chair of the New Zealand Game Animal Council and with my term about to end, I want to reflect on how far the organisation has come and the exciting opportunities ahead for hunting and game animal management.
Read MoreA Note From The Team – May/June 2026
As the Roar slowly fades into the background, many hunters across the country start turning their attention to the next highlight on the calendar – game bird season.
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An update from COLFO – Standing Together for the Future of Hunting
The Arms Bill consultation opened on December 11, 2025, and it was a defining moment for hunters and shooters across New Zealand.
Read MoreA Note From The Team – March/April 2026
With the Roar fast approaching, many of our daydreams drift to epic country, tall tines, and good times on the hill. We can’t wait for crisp mornings, loud days filled with excitement and action, and nights where the sound of stags roaring across the valley carries straight into our dreams.
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Firearms Ownership in New Zealand
Hunters and licensed shooters rely on firearms to manage introduced species, protect native wildlife and secure food for the table.
Read MoreA Note From The Team – January/February 2026
While glassing a few deer or searching for a nice rainbow trout, spend some time reflecting on 2025; a personal audit as a hunter, angler and member of society is a good way to identify what habits/actions you should take into 2026 and those you shouldn’t.
Read MoreProtecting Your Firearms Licence with COLFO
The most common query we hear at COLFO is from people who’ve had their firearms licences suspended or revoked for non-criminal reasons.
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