Horsham Pistol Club
Horsham Pistol Club, Dooen VIC: ISSF, Service, WA1500, Action, Steel Challenge and air pistol. Saturdays 1pm, Wednesdays 7pm. Affiliated with VAPA.
About Horsham Pistol Club
Horsham Pistol Club was formed in 1966 and has met at the same site at Dooen Recreation Reserve ever since, about five minutes from Horsham. It is affiliated with the Victorian Amateur Pistol Association (VAPA) and has around 30 members, male and female.
The ground has a 12-bay indoor 10 m air pistol range, a 6-bay outdoor air pistol range, and four outdoor ranges: one 50 m and three 25 m.
Shoot days
Competition is on Saturdays from 1:00pm (Service and ISSF events) and Wednesdays from 7:00pm (air pistol and night Service events). Six ISSF events rotate through the Saturday calendar (Free, Standard, Rapid Fire, Centre Fire, 25 m Pistol and Air Pistol), as do three Service events (Service, Service Unrestricted and Service 25). WA 1500, Action and Steel Challenge were added after members tried them at Mildura, and WA 60 and WA 48 are also shot. Black powder is not shot at Horsham.
Joining
Once a member, you can apply for a Provisional Handgun Licence. A full General Handgun Licence follows after six months, a safety course and at least five matches. Use the enquiry button on this page to ask about getting started.
More: shooting clubs in Victoria, ISSF pistol, Service pistol, VAPA. Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Bordertown Clay Target Club (about 142 km), Maryborough Gun Club (about 145 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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