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.

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.

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.

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.

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.