Gympie Pistol Club's range is at 15 Belvedere Road, Veteran, about 2.5 km north off Sandy Creek Road towards Old Wolvi Road. The club runs a broad programme: the ISSF events (air, free, rapid fire, sport, standard and centre fire pistol), Service Pistol and Police & Service (PPC), IPSC and practical pistol, multigun, Metallic Silhouette and air pistol silhouette, black powder, Single Action/Wild Bunch, NRA Action and Gallery Rifle.
It calls itself a family club, and its ranges are designated flora and fauna sanctuaries. The range is available for hire for corporate, family, school and group come and try days run by qualified Range Officers.
Service Pistol every Saturday at 9am and every Tuesday night at 6pm; ISSF on the 1st Saturday; Metallic Silhouette on the 3rd Saturday; IPSC on the 1st and 3rd Sundays; a Ladies Shoot on the 2nd Sunday; Single Action/Wild Bunch on the 4th Sunday. Wednesdays alternate Sports Pistol/Centre Fire and Standard Match, Fridays have Air Pistol and Service Match/Gallery Rifle, and Practical Pistol runs on the 1st Friday evening. ISSF and Service practice is on Thursdays. No shots before 9am.
New Shooter Introduction days run on the first Saturday of each month at 8:30am (arrive 8am). Newcomers then shoot two club competitions before applying for membership. Safety courses are run at the club, generally on the first Sunday of the month. Visitors must book at least seven days ahead and be signed in by a member. Use the enquiry button on this page.
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Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Gympie Sporting Clays (about 2 km), Fraser Coast Sporting Clays (about 84 km), Childers Sporting Clays (about 109 km).
For membership enquiries, event information, or to learn more about the club, please visit the Gympie Pistol Club website or contact the club directly.
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To obtain a QLD firearms licence, you must complete an accredited safety training course, usually provided by a registered firearms trainer or shooting club. This includes both theory and practical assessments and must be submitted with your licence application.
Read moreThere are numerous clubs throughout Queensland, including in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Toowoomba, and Cairns. Each club may focus on specific shooting styles or events, so it’s best to contact them directly to learn about their offerings.
Read moreIn Queensland, shooters aged 11 to 17 can apply for a Minor’s Licence, which allows them to use firearms under supervision at an approved club. It’s a requirement for juniors who wish to compete or train regularly in the sport.
Read moreNo — you can participate in supervised shooting sessions as a visitor without a licence. These sessions must be run by a club that’s authorised by Weapons Licensing QLD and are typically limited to a set number of visits before you must apply for a licence.
Read moreMost QLD clubs offer introductory programs for beginners. You can attend a Try Shooting Day or safety induction session before applying for membership. It’s a great way to explore different disciplines like rifle, pistol, or shotgun before committing to a licence.
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