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New Zealand Deerstalkers Association – National Shooting Committee

Call for Nominations: Shooting Discipline Representatives

The NZDA National Shooting Committee is inviting nominations for discipline representatives in the following competitive shooting categories:

  • Scoped Rifle
  • Sporting Rifle
  • Benchrest
  • Metallic Silhouette
  • F-Class
  • Running Boar

These roles are a great opportunity for members to contribute to the growth and smooth running of our shooting disciplines. Representatives help coordinate competitions, support fellow shooters, and ensure the sport continues to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Helping organise competitions within their discipline
  • Attending major events such as the North Island, South Island, and National Championships
  • Chairing shooters’ meetings at these events, including identifying rule changes
  • Ensuring any domestic or international rule changes are updated in discipline rulebooks
  • Sharing updates and suggestions with the National Shooting Committee

Who can apply?
Any NZDA member with experience in one of the listed disciplines is welcome to apply — either by self-nomination or through an NZDA branch nomination.

To apply:
Please send a short report outlining:

  • Your experience in the discipline
  • Why you’re interested and suited to the role

Send nominations to:
Hamish Orr
National Vice President, NZDA
📧 hamish.orr@deerstalkers.org.nz

Deadline:
Close of business – 14 November 2025

We’re looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable members who are keen to support their discipline and help shape the future of competitive shooting in New Zealand.

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