While there has been widespread support for the recently-announced ban on miltary-style firearm ownership, for some the move will destroy their beloved sport. Sport shooter Phill Dunlop of Carterton said his sport is now "finished" thanks to the proposed ban - and that responsible gunowners were being unfairly targeted. 1 NEWS John Hart said the benefits of owning the rifle were not outweighed by the risks it poses. He said Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's move to ban certain firearms seems a "fait accompli" that could further alienate people. Those guns, they're just going to come and take them.

Source: Stuff March 22, 2019 03:22 UTC