Applying for exemptions

Attendance at all selection events (e.g., World Cups, Australian Nationals, U15’s ) is required unless a valid exemption (e.g., medical, residing overseas, exams and exceptional circumstances) has been granted as per the Exemption section in the FeNZ Selection Policy 2026.

National volunteer positions | Ad-hoc case-review support 

Fencing New Zealand (FeNZ) is seeking experienced individuals to join our Welfare Panel, providing confidential case-review support through service on either the Triage Committee or Disciplinary Committee (or both).

Regional volunteers needed (ideally at least one per region) | Ongoing role and/or tournament support

Fencing New Zealand (FeNZ) is seeking dedicated volunteers to serve as Safeguarding Representatives—trusted points of contact who help ensure the wellbeing, safety, and fair treatment of all fencers in our sport.

Please click here for job description & how to apply 

Applications close: Sunday, 23 November 2025

For more information about Fencing New Zealand's welfare structure and to apply, please email Neil Cox at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 0274423032

Fencing New Zealand (FeNZ) announces that the FeNZ Board has resolved to implement interim measures regarding Mr Sheldon Ogilvie, effective 16 September 2025.

The Oceania and New Zealand Fencing Championships will take place Saturday 25th to Monday 27th October. Please click here  for information and the link for entries is https://events.humanitix.com/oceania-nzsenior-veterans-2025/tickets

Fencing New Zealand is pleased to announce the release of the FeNZ Selection Policy 2026. This policy sets out the criteria, process, and timelines for athlete selection to represent New Zealand at international competitions in 2026.

The Selection Policy has been approved by the FeNZ Board and is now available for all members, athletes, coaches, and clubs to review.

Click here to read the full Selection Policy 2026 - FeNZ - Selection Policy 2026

Notice is hereby given that a Special General Meeting will be held on Sunday 28^th September 2025 at 7pm.

The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the Act) establishes new obligations for registered societies. Existing societies – those incorporated under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908 – who wish to remain incorporated need to reregister no later than 5 April 2026. A key step in the re-registration process is reviewing and where necessary updating societies’ constitutions to ensure they comply with the new requirements in the Act.