Echuca Pistol Club
Echuca Pistol Club: VAPA practical pistol on a nine-range bush ground at Looker Road, Echuca Village, near Echuca VIC. Est. 1960.
About Echuca Pistol Club
Echuca Pistol Club is a small country pistol club in bushland at Echuca Village, just outside Echuca on the Murray River. Its range is on Looker Road. The club was established in 1960, and the range land was gifted by a former member on a 100-year lease.
The club shoots practical pistol and is listed by the Victorian Amateur Pistol Association (VAPA). Unlike most ranges, which only face straight ahead into a berm, the ground allows shooting across a 180-degree arc.
The 2022 floods damaged the range. The club used 14 grants totalling about $500,000 to rebuild and expand from four ranges to nine. It hosted the Murray River Challenge in 2022, a state championship round that drew more than 120 competitors from Victoria, NSW and SA, and a state selection match in November 2024 with more than 90 shooters.
Joining
Match schedules are available on request; use the enquiry button on this page. Anyone wanting to try pistol shooting must complete a Victoria Police Notice of Receiving Instruction form, which the club supplies with its membership application.
More shooting clubs in Victoria, practical shooting and VAPA clubs.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Shepparton Field and Game (about 56 km), Bendigo Pistol Club (about 84 km), Maryborough Gun Club (about 138 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Got questions about shooting clubs, safety, or getting started? We’ve answered the most common queries to help you find the right club and feel confident getting involved.
Do I need to be a club member to own a firearm in Victoria?
Yes, in most cases, if your genuine reason is sport or target shooting, you must be a member of an approved shooting club before applying for a firearms licence in Victoria. Your club can provide documentation to support your application.
Read moreWhat shooting disciplines are available in Victoria?
Victorian shooting clubs support a wide range of disciplines including rifle (benchrest, fullbore, F-class), handgun (ISSF, IPSC), clay target, black powder, and field shooting. Many clubs are affiliated with SSAA, VAPA, TRA, and Pistol Australia.
Read moreCan I go shooting in Victoria without a licence?
Yes — several clubs in Victoria offer Come and Try days or supervised shooting sessions for people without a licence. These events are conducted under the supervision of qualified range officers and follow all state safety regulations.
Read moreWhat shooting clubs are near Melbourne or regional Victoria?
Victoria has a wide range of shooting clubs spread across both metropolitan Melbourne and regional areas. Whether you’re interested in pistol, rifle, shotgun, or field disciplines, you’ll find well-established clubs offering facilities, coaching, and competitions for beginners through to seasoned shooters.
Read moreHow do I get a firearms licence in Victoria?
In Victoria, you must be at least 18 years old (or 12–17 with a Minor’s Licence), complete an accredited firearms safety course, hold a genuine reason (such as sport, hunting, or primary production), be a fit and proper person, and apply online through the Victoria Police eServices portal. You’ll also need secure storage and may need to provide police checks.
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