Yarra Pistol Club
Yarra Pistol Club, Lysterfield VIC: ISSF, Service, WA1500, IPSC, ICORE, Single Action and air pistol on nine ranges. Est. 1959.
About Yarra Pistol Club
Yarra Pistol Club was established in May 1959 and moved to its Lysterfield site at 830 Wellington Road in the late 1970s, where members built the ranges over two years with donated materials and labour. The grounds cover about 10 acres, with nine indoor/outdoor ranges, a large indoor air pistol range, a clubhouse with kitchen and bar, and a large car park.
The club has around 200 members and shoots more than 20 different competitions. Members have represented Australia at Olympic Games from Montreal 1976 to Tokyo 2020 and won Commonwealth Games medals, including gold in 2002 and 2006. It is affiliated with VAPA, Pistol Australia, ICORE, IPSC and SAAS.
Disciplines
- ISSF: Centrefire, Sports Pistol, Air Pistol, Standard, Rapid Fire, 50m Pistol
- Service Pistol (restricted and unrestricted) and 25yd Service
- Black Powder, including International
- WA1500, 1920 Action Match, Classic match
- IPSC, ICORE and Single Action (SAS/Cowboy)
- Metallic Silhouette and postal competitions
Shoot days
Ranges are open 9am to 6pm (or sunset) Monday to Saturday and 12pm to 6pm (or sunset) Sunday, and the air pistol range is normally open to members around the clock. Visitors are normally welcome on Saturdays 12:30pm to 3pm; email first.
Joining
Joining starts with an email to the club, then a tour and a membership interview. New members do a Firearms Safety Course, shoot on a Provisional Handgun Licence and can apply for a full licence after six months and five competition shoots. Club guns can be borrowed on Thursday nights (air pistol) and Saturday afternoons (air, .22 and .38). Social shooting packages run for groups of six or more, with no licence or experience needed. Use the enquiry button on this page.
More shooting clubs in Victoria, VAPA clubs and ISSF pistol. Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Cranbourne Dandenong Pistol Club (about 20 km), Frankston Australian Clay Target Club (about 21 km), MCC Clay Target Club (about 21 km).
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Club information
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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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