The NZDA Te Awamutu Branch offers plenty of opportunities to shoot, hunt, learn, and socialise with fellow hunters. Our events include range days, HUNTS course, trophy competitions, club hunts, and social nights throughout the year.
Event dates, times, and locations may change at short notice, so be sure to check our Facebook page or this website regularly for the latest updates.
To join a club hunt, contact the organiser directly or reach out to the club for details.
UPCOMING EVENTS
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.
SOCIAL NIGHT
NOW HELD ONCE A MONTH ON A THURSDAY NIGHT
SPEAKER TO BE CONFIRMED
Come along and hear from our guest speakers as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Their talks are always captivating, and you’re sure to learn something new every time.
A few of our previous talks:
Guiding in Canada, Real Meals, Pulsar NZ, Tahr Foundation, Teaching electric shearing in Mongolia, Pureora deer management with DOC, ShooterReady owners, Wahine & Wapiti experience, British Columbia hunting adventure.
Entry is $5 cash per person.
There will also be a fundraising raffle, with the prize winner drawn at the end of the night. Tickets are $2 each; or 3 for $5. Cash.
COMMITTEE MEETING
Whether you’re on the committee or an active club member, we invite you to get involved and help shape the future of our club. Fresh ideas, creative thinking, and a bit of enthusiastic banter are always welcome!
CLUB HUNT
Using Bog Inn Hut, in the Pureora’s as our base.
10-12 July – Matariki Weekend
Open to all members. We’d love a mix of experienced hunters and some newer to hunting.
More info to come.
Contact Marty 027 699 6609 to register your interest.
TSSC MONTHLY SHOOT
Arrive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
$7 Target Fee. $10 Range Fee for non-TSSC members.
.22 Rimfire at 50m – 4 positions. 10 shots each.
100m Centrefire – 4 positions. 5 shots each.
3 minutes unlimited sighters each event
Members from neighbouring branches are welcome to attend.
CLUB HUNT
Hunting Rusa in Galatea.
17-20 July
Open to all members. We’d love a mix of experienced hunters and some newer to hunting.
More info to come.
Contact Marty 027 699 6609 to register your interest.
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.
AUGUST 2026
Arrive 6:30PM for 7:00PM start
Te Awamutu & District Memorial RSA
Frequency:
Once a month
SOCIAL NIGHT
NOW HELD ONCE A MONTH ON A THURSDAY NIGHT
SPEAKER TO BE CONFIRMED
Come along and hear from our guest speakers as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Their talks are always captivating, and you’re sure to learn something new every time.
A few of our previous talks:
Guiding in Canada, Real Meals, Pulsar NZ, Tahr Foundation, Teaching electric shearing in Mongolia, Pureora deer management with DOC, ShooterReady owners, Wahine & Wapiti experience, British Columbia hunting adventure.
Entry is $5 cash per person.
There will also be a fundraising raffle, with the prize winner drawn at the end of the night. Tickets are $2 each; or 3 for $5. Cash.
PRIZEGIVING DINNER
SATURDAY 1st August 2026 at Café Irresistiblue.
156 Turkington Road, Monovale, Cambridge.
Arrive by 6:30pm for 7pm dinner.
Meal options for prior ordering will be emailed out soon.
Don’t miss this year’s Prizegiving Dinner! It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with fellow club members, share stories from the season, and hear a few entertaining tales about “the one that got away.” Join us as we celebrate our prize winners and enjoy a fantastic evening of delicious food, drinks, and great company in the cosy, rustic setting of Café Irresistiblue. We look forward to seeing you there!
TSSC MONTHLY SHOOT
Arrive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
$7 Target Fee. $10 Range Fee for non-TSSC members.
.22 Rimfire at 50m – 4 positions. 10 shots each.
100m Centrefire – 4 positions. 5 shots each.
3 minutes unlimited sighters each event
Members from neighbouring branches are welcome to attend.
COMMITTEE MEETING
Whether you’re on the committee or an active club member, we invite you to get involved and help shape the future of our club. Fresh ideas, creative thinking, and a bit of enthusiastic banter are always welcome!
DOUGLAS SCORE SEMINAR
26th AUGUST 2026
7:30PM – 9:00PM
Frequency:
4th Wednesday of the month
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.
SEPTEMBER 2026
Arrive 6:30PM for 7:00PM start
Te Awamutu & District Memorial RSA
Frequency:
Once a month
SOCIAL NIGHT
NOW HELD ONCE A MONTH ON A THURSDAY NIGHT
SPEAKER TO BE CONFIRMED
Come along and hear from our guest speakers as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Their talks are always captivating, and you’re sure to learn something new every time.
A few of our previous talks:
Guiding in Canada, Real Meals, Pulsar NZ, Tahr Foundation, Teaching electric shearing in Mongolia, Pureora deer management with DOC, ShooterReady owners, Wahine & Wapiti experience, British Columbia hunting adventure.
Entry is $5 cash per person.
There will also be a fundraising raffle, with the prize winner drawn at the end of the night. Tickets are $2 each; or 3 for $5. Cash.
COMMITTEE MEETING
Whether you’re on the committee or an active club member, we invite you to get involved and help shape the future of our club. Fresh ideas, creative thinking, and a bit of enthusiastic banter are always welcome!
13th SEPTEMBER 2026
10:00AM START
Tokoroa Shooting Sports Complex
Frequency:
2nd Sunday of the month
TSSC MONTHLY SHOOT
Arrive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
$7 Target Fee. $10 Range Fee for non-TSSC members.
.22 Rimfire at 50m – 4 positions. 10 shots each.
100m Centrefire – 4 positions. 5 shots each.
3 minutes unlimited sighters each event
Members from neighbouring branches are welcome to attend.
23rd SEPTEMBER 2026
7:30PM – 9:00PM
Frequency:
4th Wednesday of the month
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.
OCTOBER 2026
Arrive 6:30PM for 7:00PM start
Te Awamutu & District Memorial RSA
Frequency:
Once a month
SOCIAL NIGHT
NOW HELD ONCE A MONTH ON A THURSDAY NIGHT
SPEAKER TO BE CONFIRMED
Come along and hear from our guest speakers as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Their talks are always captivating, and you’re sure to learn something new every time.
A few of our previous talks:
Guiding in Canada, Real Meals, Pulsar NZ, Tahr Foundation, Teaching electric shearing in Mongolia, Pureora deer management with DOC, ShooterReady owners, Wahine & Wapiti experience, British Columbia hunting adventure.
Entry is $5 cash per person.
There will also be a fundraising raffle, with the prize winner drawn at the end of the night. Tickets are $2 each; or 3 for $5. Cash.
TSSC MONTHLY SHOOT
Arrive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
$7 Target Fee. $10 Range Fee for non-TSSC members.
.22 Rimfire at 50m – 4 positions. 10 shots each.
100m Centrefire – 4 positions. 5 shots each.
3 minutes unlimited sighters each event
Members from neighbouring branches are welcome to attend.
COMMITTEE MEETING
Whether you’re on the committee or an active club member, we invite you to get involved and help shape the future of our club. Fresh ideas, creative thinking, and a bit of enthusiastic banter are always welcome!
16th-18th OCTOBER 2026
Okahukura
CLUB HUNT
Okahukura Loop Spring hunt.
16-18 October
Open to all members. We’d love a mix of experienced hunters and some newer to hunting.
More info to come.
Contact Marty 027 699 6609 to register your interest.
28th OCTOBER 2026
7:30PM – 9:00PM
Frequency:
4th Wednesday of the month
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.
NOVEMBER 2026
Arrive 6:30PM for 7:00PM start
Te Awamutu & District Memorial RSA
Frequency:
Once a month
SOCIAL NIGHT
NOW HELD ONCE A MONTH ON A THURSDAY NIGHT
SPEAKER TO BE CONFIRMED
Come along and hear from our guest speakers as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Their talks are always captivating, and you’re sure to learn something new every time.
A few of our previous talks:
Guiding in Canada, Real Meals, Pulsar NZ, Tahr Foundation, Teaching electric shearing in Mongolia, Pureora deer management with DOC, ShooterReady owners, Wahine & Wapiti experience, British Columbia hunting adventure.
Entry is $5 cash per person.
There will also be a fundraising raffle, with the prize winner drawn at the end of the night. Tickets are $2 each; or 3 for $5. Cash.
TSSC MONTHLY SHOOT
Arrive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
$7 Target Fee. $10 Range Fee for non-TSSC members.
.22 Rimfire at 50m – 4 positions. 10 shots each.
100m Centrefire – 4 positions. 5 shots each.
3 minutes unlimited sighters each event
Members from neighbouring branches are welcome to attend.
COMMITTEE MEETING
Whether you’re on the committee or an active club member, we invite you to get involved and help shape the future of our club. Fresh ideas, creative thinking, and a bit of enthusiastic banter are always welcome!
25th NOVEMBER 2026
7:30PM – 9:00PM
Frequency:
4th Wednesday of the month
.22 SHOOT
Come along to shoot paper targets from three positions – prone, sitting and standing. Plus a novelty shoot in the standing position to test your rapid-fire skills.
All visitors are welcome to come and experience smallbore shooting in a relaxed social atmosphere. Bring your own rifle along and improve your shooting skills, or borrow a club rifle.
New shooters are encouraged to come along to practise their shooting skills in a safe and controlled environment, with plenty of support from experienced shooters in the club, willing to share tips and tricks.
Doors open at 7:15PM for a 7:30PM start.
Cost is $7 cash per person. This covers range hireage and 20 rounds.
Please note only standard or subsonic ammo can be used in the range.