Peninsula Pistol Club
Peninsula Pistol Club, Mount Martha VIC: centrefire, service, action, IPSC, black powder and air pistol. Weekly Saturday and Sunday competitions.
About Peninsula Pistol Club
Peninsula Pistol Club is a VAPA-affiliated target pistol club at 509 Nepean Highway, Mount Martha, on the Mornington Peninsula. Formed in 1958, it is one of the oldest target pistol clubs in Victoria.
The range has 25 m and 50 m ranges, a specialised range for Service, Action and IPSC events, and an indoor air pistol range. The clubrooms, air pistol range and part of the range walls were destroyed by arson in September 2014; the clubhouse rebuild was finished in 2021.
Disciplines
Centre fire and sports pistol, standard pistol, free pistol, rapid fire, WA 1500, classic pistol and black powder (25 m and 50 m), air pistol, service match, combined service pistol, action match, western match and practical / IPSC.
Shoot days
Club competitions run weekly on Saturdays and Sundays, with some matches also shot on the preceding Wednesday morning, on a six-week cycle that follows the VAPA postal shoots. Members can train on the range seven days a week.
Joining
The range is members-only and not open to the public. Visiting shooters need a current Victorian handgun licence and must arrange the visit beforehand and pay a visitor fee. Prospective members can tour the range by appointment; family, junior and student memberships are offered. Use the enquiry button on this page.
More: shooting clubs in Victoria, centrefire pistol, service pistol, VAPA and Pistol Australia.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Frankston Australian Clay Target Club (about 23 km), MCC Clay Target Club (about 23 km), Cranbourne Dandenong Pistol Club (about 26 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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