New Zealand Powerlifting Federation

Notices

UPDATE: NEW MEMBERSHIP YEAR

Our membership year has been updated to better align with the financial year and competition calendar. 

The new membership year will be as follows:

  • 1st November 2026: Early-bird registration opens as usual but runs until January 31st 2028 (2 months shorter than usual, a period of 15 months)
  • 1st April 2027: New membership season begins but runs only until January 31st 2028 (again 2 months less than usual, a period of 10 months)
  • February 1st 2028: New membership season begins and ends January 31st 2029 (new membership year is fully in effect)

 

Registration fees will reflect the shortened periods of membership

Welcome to the Official New Zealand Powerlifting Federation Website

The NZPF is the official governing body for the running and development of powerlifting in New Zealand. 
The NZPF is comprised of a National Executive Committee (NEC).
​​​​​​​There are currently 6 regional powerlifting associations throughout New Zealand, each with it’s own committee and constitution.​​​​​​​

Affiliations

International Powerlifting Federation (IPF)

Commonwealth Powerlifting Federation (CPF)

Oceania Regional Powerlifting Federation (ORPF)


WADA has published their Prohibited List for 2025

Competitors must be aware that tramadol is now prohibited in competition.

Below is a link to the Drugfree Sport New Zealand website which includes an introductory summary and links to the List and Summary of Modifications.

Associations, Coaches, Officials and Competitors please assist us by alerting members to the List.

WADA Prohibited List

Drug Free Sport New Zealand

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