General News
April 15, 2024
General News
John Fitzgerald
We’re sorry to report the death of John Fitzgerald, former Chairman of the National Rifle Association of Australia, and Vice-President of the NRA. He was a great supporter of Fullbore shooting, particularly in his home state of New South Wales, where he was instrumental in the protection of the ANZAC range at Malabar, which hosted
Continue reading → March 27, 2024
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Barbara Dixon
We are sad to report the passing of Barbara Dixon, the partner of Jim Hallam for 30 years. Barbara passed peacefully on Sunday 17th March 2024 at the dementia care home where she had been very well looked after. Those of you who shot at Bisley may well remember Barbara in the main office. She
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March 21, 2024
General News
Documentation and Charges for use of MoD Ranges- March 2024
There will be no change to the charging for use of MoD facilities this year. This applies to ranges operated by Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and Reserve Forces and Cadets (RFCA) . Clubs should already be aware of the requirement to submit an MoD Form 1930 SAAF for each range booking . Club RCO’s should
Continue reading → March 21, 2024
Elections
REMINDER – Procedure for the General Council Elections 2024
Candidates are sought from registered members of the NRA for the following positions on General Council. Ordinary Members Five vacancies Regional Members Four vacancies (for South Western, Greater London & South East, West Midlands, Southern and Wales regions) Shooting Discipline Members
Continue reading → March 13, 2024
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Dowager Duchess of Argyll
We are sad to report that Iona, Dowager Duchess of Argyll died on 22nd February aged 78. She shot with NRCofS for several years in the 1980s and shot in the Elcho for Scotland in 1983.
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February 21, 2024
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V555 SVV and V555 VSV available to purchase
An NRA member has approached us with two vehicle registration marks he has available to sell, both priced very reasonably at £250.00 ONO. V555 SVV V555 VSV If anyone is interested in purchasing either plate, please contact info@nra.org.uk with your contact details, and we will pass the information on.
Continue reading → February 12, 2024
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Wharncliffe serviced caravan pitches – Update 12 February 2024
Contractors are making excellent progress, with the 15 concrete bases poured and work on service trenches underway. Pitches will be ready for siting caravans early summer this year. Wharncliffe offers 28 fully serviced pitches with mains gas, electric, water, drainage and fibre broadband. The size of pitches range from 12x36ft to 20x40ft, with space for
Continue reading → February 7, 2024
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2024 Guest Days
Online bookings have opened for the Guest Days running in 2024 – https://online.nra.org.uk/guest-days Guest days offer NRA Members the ability to invite friends or colleagues (up to maximum of 4) for an introduction to the world of target shooting with a special offer for the guest if they also decide to join the NRA.
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