SSAA Nickol Bay
SSAA Nickol Bay, Karratha WA: rifle, pistol and shotgun. Benchrest, field rifle, silhouette, IPSC, Steel Challenge, DTL, skeet and sporting clays.
About SSAA Nickol Bay
SSAA Nickol Bay is a volunteer-run club on Cinders Road, Karratha, serving Karratha, Dampier and the wider Pilbara. It is affiliated with SSAA Western Australia and covers three disciplines: rifle, shotgun and pistol.
The ground has a 200 m rifle range, a 50 m pistol range, a 40 m x 20 m practical shooting range, a Steel Challenge range with eight permanent stages, and a clay target range. The club also takes corporate and group range bookings through the contact form on its website.
Shoot days
Shotgun runs most Sundays 8:00–11:00am and alternate Fridays 7:00–10:00pm; shotgun disciplines are DTL, 5 Stand, sporting clays and skeet. Rifle matches are on Sundays 12:00–3:00pm, rotating through field rifle, benchrest, fly shoot, hunting rifle and metallic silhouette (including IHMSA). Pistol matches vary: practical shooting on Sunday afternoons, with Mandar, Steel Challenge and field pistol on other days. 3-positional rifle and ICORE revolver are also shot. Check the calendar on the club's website.
Joining
New visitors can come to any scheduled match and members will show them around. Membership requires SSAA WA membership, at least six match attendances recorded on the application form, and two character references before the committee considers it. Juniors aged 12–18 can join with a parent or guardian.
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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.
Are there shooting clubs in Perth and regional WA?
Yes — you’ll find active shooting clubs across Perth as well as in regional centres like Albany, Geraldton, Bunbury, Kalgoorlie, and Broome. Many clubs specialise in particular shooting disciplines and welcome new members.
Read moreHow do I apply for a firearms licence in WA?
To apply for a WA firearms licence, you need to complete the mandatory Firearms Safety Awareness Test, have a genuine reason (like club membership), and submit an application through WA Police Licensing Services. You’ll also need secure storage and character references.
Read moreWhat types of shooting disciplines are available in Western Australia?
WA clubs support a wide range of disciplines including target rifle, pistol shooting, shotgun (clay target), metallic silhouette, benchrest, black powder, and practical shooting styles like IPSC and Service Match.
Read moreCan I try shooting in WA without a firearms licence?
Yes — several WA clubs offer supervised sessions where unlicensed individuals can try shooting under strict safety conditions. These sessions are run by accredited instructors and comply with WA Police requirements.
Read moreHow do I join a shooting club in Western Australia?
To join a WA shooting club, you’ll typically need to contact the club directly and complete a membership application. Many clubs require a valid WA firearms licence or provisional membership. Some also offer “come and try” sessions or introductory programs for new shooters.
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