About Us
Rockhampton Pistol Club (RPC) was formed in 1968 by a small group of people passionate about the sport of pistol shooting. These dedicated people devoted thousands of man hours to building a club literally from ground up which has stood the test of time for some 50 years.
Early days at Rockhampton Pistol Club preparing the site, construction activities and an impromptu pistol shooting match held on a makeshift platform.
Commitment & Dedication
As it was started as it is today, RPC is run by a dedicated group of volunteers passionate and committed to the vision of providing those interested in the sport of pistol shooting a wonderful location where they can participate and enjoy the sport. The hard work, dedication and vision of our founding members all those years ago carry’s forth today with the club ever evolving and developing so as to provide existing members and those looking to get into the sport a facility that caters to all needs and a broad range of competitive pistol shooting disciplines.
Rockhampton Pistol Club Committee
2022-2023 Club Committee
President - Russell ArnoldVice President- John Walters Treasurer - Mike AhernSecretary- Tony Tanzer
General Committee MembersAmy Elliot Graham LockDenise ReevesMarg Baker
Club Captain- Earl Robinson
President - Russell ArnoldVice President- John Walters Treasurer - Mike AhernSecretary- Tony Tanzer
General Committee MembersAmy Elliot Graham LockDenise ReevesMarg Baker
Club Captain- Earl Robinson
A Great Selection of Matches
The disciplines shot at RPC incorporate the use of many different types of pistols such as rim fire and centre fire revolvers, air pistols, rim fire and centre fire semi-automatic pistols and a variety of targets depending on the discipline and competition.All competitions are held in a safe and controlled environment, a Range Officer is allocated to each competition, they conduct and control the match, competitors are required to follow their directions at all times.
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I.S.S.F
(International Shooting Sport Federation)
- 50 M Pistol
- 25 M Rapid Fire
- 25 M Centre Fire/Sport
- 25 M Standard Pistol
- 10 M Air Pistol
Action Pistol
- Falling Plate
- Mover (currently under development)
- Practical
- Barricade
P.A
(Pistol Australia)
- Air Pistol Metallic Silhouette
- 25 M Black Powder
- Service - short
- Service - long
I.P.S.C
(International Practical Shooting Confederation)In Practical competition, a variety of target types are used (both paper and steel, stationary and moving, scoring targets and penalty targets). There is no set way these targets are arranged, nor even how many targets are used in a single match. A competition organiser creates a number of “stages” (conforming to a set of IPSC design rules), each using different numbers and arrangements of targets, to create a shooting challenge that the competitors have to solve as accurately and as rapidly as possible.
RPC Range Standing Orders & Conditions of Use
The following Range License Conditions and Standing Orders apply to all users:
SECTION 1- GENERAL
These Range Standing Orders cover the use of the range complex operated by the Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. The Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. range complex is located at 69 Dorly St, North Rockhampton. The facility comprises 8 outdoor ranges, an indoor air pistol range, a Clubhouse, ablutions block and a materials storage container. There is also a Caretakers residence which is out of bounds to all range users.
These Range Standing Orders are to be communicated to all Club members and all range users. A copy is displayed at the Clubhouse above the Range Register point.
Requests for exemptions from any provisions of these Range Standing Orders must be submitted in writing to the Club Executive for consideration.
SECTION 2 – RANGE FACILITY 2.1 Range DetailsThis range complex has multiple ranges that are generally described as follows:• Range 1: 50m - CLOSED • Range 2: 50m - ISSF, Service, IPSC, Rimfire Silhouette, Small Bore Rifle• Range 3: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 4: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 5: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 6: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 7: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 8: 10m - Air Pistol/Rifle silhouette• Range 9: 10m - Indoor Air Pistol/Rifle
2.2 Range Restrictions2.2.1 MatchesThe only matches to be conducted on the range are as per the Range Approval issued by the Queensland Police Service plus the following:a) Training match formats approved by the Club Captainb) Come and Try match formats approved by the Club Captainc) Firearm training courses conducted by accredited Weapons Safety Trainersd) Firearm training courses conducted by outside agencies eg Armaguard and Security Officer training organisations according to their approved courses of fire.
A copy of the current Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. Range Approval is on display in the Clubhouse which lists all approved matches for this range and includes all ISSF and PA matches and IPSC.
2.2.2 TimesShooting on ranges is permitted from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Saturday and 9:00am to close of competition on Sunday with the following exceptions:• Christmas Day and Good Friday when the ranges are closed• Queensland Target Sports affiliated RPC Members may use range 2 on Thursday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:00 pm.• Rockhampton Smallbore Rifle Club may use Range 2 on Monday evenings to 9:00pm• The indoor air pistol range may be used at any time.
2.2.3 Range GatesThe vehicle access range wall gates must be closed at all times shooting is in progress on adjacent ranges.
2.2.4 Angles of FireNo shots are to be fired across any range. All shooting must be parallel to the range surface and range centre line on all ranges, except for ISSF Rapid-fire Match and PA Services matches where it is no greater than 7º each side of the centre line.
2.2.5 Firearm Categories used on the RangeThe Queensland Police Service Range Approval permits the use of Category A, Category B and Category H weapons on the range for sport target shooting and training. Category C and D weapons are permitted for use on the range for firearm training purposes only. Category M are permitted for use on the range for training and practice only. (Weapons Categories are described in full in the Weapons Categories Regulation 1997)
2.2.6 AmmunitionThe muzzle velocity and muzzle energy of ammunition is to conform to the Range Approval.For Centre-fire and Black Powder - a maximum of 1675 fps (509 metres per second) muzzle velocity. For rim-fire a maximum of 1710 fps (521 metres per second) muzzle velocity. Maximum muzzle energy of 1000 foot pounds (1356 joules).
The use of tracer, incendiary, explosive or similar ammunition and full metal jacket ammunition is prohibited. Lead projectiles or Polymer coated projectiles may only be used.
All ammunition is subject to inspection and may be chronographed if necessary.
SECTION 3 – RANGE PROCEDURES
3.1 FlagsAs per the Range Approval, before any person uses the range to discharge a firearm, red flags by day or red lights or illuminated red flags by night are displayed at the range entrance to the complex and at the access point to the range to be used. The red flags must be lowered or removed or red lights turned off when the range/s are no longer being used.
3.2 Range OfficerNo person may practice, train or shoot without a RO being present – if members wish to practice, train or shoot on their own, the member must be a qualified RO.
ROs must hold a current Queensland weapons licence for the category of firearm being used. On any active range, the RO’s name is to be clearly displayed. The RO must not move forward of the firing line for scoring/patching etc while there are pistols on the firing line.
ROs are to ensure an entry in the day’s Range Use Register has been completed by shooters and unlicensed shooters have completed the necessary additional paperwork before shooting commences. The RO is to sign the Range Register for those participating in the competition, training, or practice.
The RO must ensure that any unlicensed person has 1 on 1 supervision by a RO while participating. The Weapons Act Section 53(6) states “direct, personal and exclusive supervision”.
ROs have the responsibility to supervise all personnel (shooting and non-shooting alike) present on the Range they are in control of and may have members and/or visitors removed at their discretion.
Definition of a Range Officer (RO)For this range, A Range Officer is any licensed adult person formally qualified and appointed in writing by Pistol Australia. Qualified RPC Inc. club members and visiting qualified Pistol Australia, ISSF and IPSC Range Officers and accredited coaches are also approved on condition that they are familiar with these Range Standing Orders.
3.2 Range RegisterThe Range Register is located to the left of the front entrance of the downstairs Clubhouse area. Every person entering the range complex must enter their details and sign the Range Register on arrival.
A RO is required to physically sight participants’ Category H firearms licences. Club members and visitors who are not able to produce their firearms licence will not be permitted to shoot.
3.3 Form 33/33AIn accordance with Section 53 of the Weapons Act, unlicensed shooters or licensed shooters who are not authorised to possess the weapon he/she proposes to physically possess and use must also complete a Form 33 on an initial visit or Form 33A on subsequent visit/s. The RO must sight photographic ID, and then sign the Form 33/33A in accordance with Section 53(3) of the Weapons Act.
Unlicensed persons are required to ensure they wear a lanyard while competing which designates their status as a Form 33/Form33A shooter.
3.4 StorageAll firearms must be carried from the car park, unloaded and encased (contained in a closed case, range box or bag); rifles with bolts removed . Firearms are only to be uncased when at the designated firing position under the control of a range officer or in a designated gun safe area where no ammunition is allowed.
Firearms are to be encased and kept under direct supervision at all times when within the Clubhouse area. Firearms may be uncased in the Clubhouse area when organised firearm safety training or coaching is being conducted. Pistols listed on the Club Licence may be uncased in the Clubhouse area for inspection or cleaning by the Group Licence Holder or Delegate.
3.5 HolstersNo person may use a holster until having successfully completed a recognised Holster Proficiency test. Range Officers will require the production of a Holster Proficiency card – no card, no holster.
Holsters must conform in construction to the guidelines outlined in the rules for IPSC and applicable PA matches. Unloaded pistols may be carried in a holster on the range/s. A holstered pistol can only be loaded when instructed to do so by the designated RO. Pistols cannot be carried in a holster outside the ranges eg not in the Clubhouse, Toilets or car park
3.6 Holster TrainingHolster training must be done without other shooters on the range and under the direct supervision of a Holster Proficiency Examiner.
3.7 Safety AreasThe designated safety areas for gun handling/dry fire practice is on Ranges 2, 5 and 6. No Live Ammunition may be taken into or handled in any Designated Safety Area under any circumstances.
3.8 TargetsApproved targets are paper targets fitted to target frames and steel targets fitted with splatter guards for silhouette or IPSC matches. These include targets described in the ISSF/PA/IPSC rules and those used by other range users. Targets may only be positioned on any range so that no shots are fired across the range. All shooting must be parallel to the range surface and range centre line, except for ISSF Rapid-fire Match and PA Services matches where it is no greater than 7º each side of the centre line.
Minimum shooting distance for steel targets is to be 10m. Minimum shooting distance for paper targets is to be 5m.
At no time are glass, soft drink cans or any other non-approved or impromptu targets to be used on the range facility.
3.9 Match CompletionAt the conclusion of all matches or practices the RO and participants will ensure that:• Participation Records are signed by participants and the RO;• Score sheets have the match and date correctly recorded;• All unused targets are returned to the range storage cupboard;• Used targets that can be recycled are stored securely to prevent being blown around the range;• Targets that cannot be recycled are taken to the recycle bin;• All timers, score sheets, and unused patches are put away;• Firing points are checked for brass and other debris;• All firearms and ammunition have been removed from the range;• RO’s name removed;• Range fans turned off and range door shut;• Red flag from rear of firing line removed;• Compressor turned off and bled, storage room and toilet doors shut.
SECTION 4 –RANGE SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
4.1 Conduct on RangeAll persons, shooters and spectators alike, will follow all directions given to them by the Range Officer or Delegated Club member. Failure to comply with their commands, instructions or direction will mean immediate expulsion from the range. Spectators must remain 5 metres behind any active firing line or seated in the designated spectator areas unless invited forward by the Range Officer. Spectators are required to ensure they have been issued with a lanyard to wear while at the range which designates their status as a Visitor – Non Shooter.
4.2 Hearing and eye protectionHearing protection for all attendees at the range in near proximity to an active firing line is mandatory, except in the indoor air range 9
Eye protection (or ISSF shooting glasses) for all attendees at the range in near proximity to an active firing line is advisory.
Hearing and Eye protection equipment supply is the responsibility of the individual and not the club.
4.3 Protective ClothingEnclosed footwear and appropriate clothing is to be worn at all times when shooting.
Protection from the sun is the responsibility of individuals and not the club.
4.4 Alcohol/DrugsAny person deemed by an RO to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to shoot, handle firearms or be present on the firing line.
No alcohol or illegal drugs are allowed on the ranges.
4.5 SmokingSmoking is not permitted within 10m of any black powder firearms being used or loaded. Smoking is only permitted in fully open areas i.e. not under cover.
Smoking is not permitted on any firing point or spectator area adjacent to ranges.
Smokers should be encouraged to wash their hands after shooting and before smoking due to the hazard posed by the possible ingestion of lead.
All smoking materials (butts, etc.) are to be disposed of responsibly.
4.6 AnimalsAll dogs, cats, or other pets must be restrained at all times under the control of an adult and confined to the car parking areas. Under no circumstances are animals permitted on the ranges, in the Clubhouse or Clubhouse annex area.
Should an animal create a disturbance e.g. excessive barking or bail up a person, the owner or person in charge of the animal will be requested to remove it from the range complex.
All native wild animals on the range complex are classed as protected species and treated accordingly as per the Nature Conservation Act.
These Range Standing Orders cover the use of the range complex operated by the Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. The Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. range complex is located at 69 Dorly St, North Rockhampton. The facility comprises 8 outdoor ranges, an indoor air pistol range, a Clubhouse, ablutions block and a materials storage container. There is also a Caretakers residence which is out of bounds to all range users.
These Range Standing Orders are to be communicated to all Club members and all range users. A copy is displayed at the Clubhouse above the Range Register point.
Requests for exemptions from any provisions of these Range Standing Orders must be submitted in writing to the Club Executive for consideration.
SECTION 2 – RANGE FACILITY 2.1 Range DetailsThis range complex has multiple ranges that are generally described as follows:• Range 1: 50m - CLOSED • Range 2: 50m - ISSF, Service, IPSC, Rimfire Silhouette, Small Bore Rifle• Range 3: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 4: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 5: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 6: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 7: 25m - ISSF, Service, IPSC• Range 8: 10m - Air Pistol/Rifle silhouette• Range 9: 10m - Indoor Air Pistol/Rifle
2.2 Range Restrictions2.2.1 MatchesThe only matches to be conducted on the range are as per the Range Approval issued by the Queensland Police Service plus the following:a) Training match formats approved by the Club Captainb) Come and Try match formats approved by the Club Captainc) Firearm training courses conducted by accredited Weapons Safety Trainersd) Firearm training courses conducted by outside agencies eg Armaguard and Security Officer training organisations according to their approved courses of fire.
A copy of the current Rockhampton Pistol Club Inc. Range Approval is on display in the Clubhouse which lists all approved matches for this range and includes all ISSF and PA matches and IPSC.
2.2.2 TimesShooting on ranges is permitted from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Saturday and 9:00am to close of competition on Sunday with the following exceptions:• Christmas Day and Good Friday when the ranges are closed• Queensland Target Sports affiliated RPC Members may use range 2 on Thursday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:00 pm.• Rockhampton Smallbore Rifle Club may use Range 2 on Monday evenings to 9:00pm• The indoor air pistol range may be used at any time.
2.2.3 Range GatesThe vehicle access range wall gates must be closed at all times shooting is in progress on adjacent ranges.
2.2.4 Angles of FireNo shots are to be fired across any range. All shooting must be parallel to the range surface and range centre line on all ranges, except for ISSF Rapid-fire Match and PA Services matches where it is no greater than 7º each side of the centre line.
2.2.5 Firearm Categories used on the RangeThe Queensland Police Service Range Approval permits the use of Category A, Category B and Category H weapons on the range for sport target shooting and training. Category C and D weapons are permitted for use on the range for firearm training purposes only. Category M are permitted for use on the range for training and practice only. (Weapons Categories are described in full in the Weapons Categories Regulation 1997)
2.2.6 AmmunitionThe muzzle velocity and muzzle energy of ammunition is to conform to the Range Approval.For Centre-fire and Black Powder - a maximum of 1675 fps (509 metres per second) muzzle velocity. For rim-fire a maximum of 1710 fps (521 metres per second) muzzle velocity. Maximum muzzle energy of 1000 foot pounds (1356 joules).
The use of tracer, incendiary, explosive or similar ammunition and full metal jacket ammunition is prohibited. Lead projectiles or Polymer coated projectiles may only be used.
All ammunition is subject to inspection and may be chronographed if necessary.
SECTION 3 – RANGE PROCEDURES
3.1 FlagsAs per the Range Approval, before any person uses the range to discharge a firearm, red flags by day or red lights or illuminated red flags by night are displayed at the range entrance to the complex and at the access point to the range to be used. The red flags must be lowered or removed or red lights turned off when the range/s are no longer being used.
3.2 Range OfficerNo person may practice, train or shoot without a RO being present – if members wish to practice, train or shoot on their own, the member must be a qualified RO.
ROs must hold a current Queensland weapons licence for the category of firearm being used. On any active range, the RO’s name is to be clearly displayed. The RO must not move forward of the firing line for scoring/patching etc while there are pistols on the firing line.
ROs are to ensure an entry in the day’s Range Use Register has been completed by shooters and unlicensed shooters have completed the necessary additional paperwork before shooting commences. The RO is to sign the Range Register for those participating in the competition, training, or practice.
The RO must ensure that any unlicensed person has 1 on 1 supervision by a RO while participating. The Weapons Act Section 53(6) states “direct, personal and exclusive supervision”.
ROs have the responsibility to supervise all personnel (shooting and non-shooting alike) present on the Range they are in control of and may have members and/or visitors removed at their discretion.
Definition of a Range Officer (RO)For this range, A Range Officer is any licensed adult person formally qualified and appointed in writing by Pistol Australia. Qualified RPC Inc. club members and visiting qualified Pistol Australia, ISSF and IPSC Range Officers and accredited coaches are also approved on condition that they are familiar with these Range Standing Orders.
3.2 Range RegisterThe Range Register is located to the left of the front entrance of the downstairs Clubhouse area. Every person entering the range complex must enter their details and sign the Range Register on arrival.
A RO is required to physically sight participants’ Category H firearms licences. Club members and visitors who are not able to produce their firearms licence will not be permitted to shoot.
3.3 Form 33/33AIn accordance with Section 53 of the Weapons Act, unlicensed shooters or licensed shooters who are not authorised to possess the weapon he/she proposes to physically possess and use must also complete a Form 33 on an initial visit or Form 33A on subsequent visit/s. The RO must sight photographic ID, and then sign the Form 33/33A in accordance with Section 53(3) of the Weapons Act.
Unlicensed persons are required to ensure they wear a lanyard while competing which designates their status as a Form 33/Form33A shooter.
3.4 StorageAll firearms must be carried from the car park, unloaded and encased (contained in a closed case, range box or bag); rifles with bolts removed . Firearms are only to be uncased when at the designated firing position under the control of a range officer or in a designated gun safe area where no ammunition is allowed.
Firearms are to be encased and kept under direct supervision at all times when within the Clubhouse area. Firearms may be uncased in the Clubhouse area when organised firearm safety training or coaching is being conducted. Pistols listed on the Club Licence may be uncased in the Clubhouse area for inspection or cleaning by the Group Licence Holder or Delegate.
3.5 HolstersNo person may use a holster until having successfully completed a recognised Holster Proficiency test. Range Officers will require the production of a Holster Proficiency card – no card, no holster.
Holsters must conform in construction to the guidelines outlined in the rules for IPSC and applicable PA matches. Unloaded pistols may be carried in a holster on the range/s. A holstered pistol can only be loaded when instructed to do so by the designated RO. Pistols cannot be carried in a holster outside the ranges eg not in the Clubhouse, Toilets or car park
3.6 Holster TrainingHolster training must be done without other shooters on the range and under the direct supervision of a Holster Proficiency Examiner.
3.7 Safety AreasThe designated safety areas for gun handling/dry fire practice is on Ranges 2, 5 and 6. No Live Ammunition may be taken into or handled in any Designated Safety Area under any circumstances.
3.8 TargetsApproved targets are paper targets fitted to target frames and steel targets fitted with splatter guards for silhouette or IPSC matches. These include targets described in the ISSF/PA/IPSC rules and those used by other range users. Targets may only be positioned on any range so that no shots are fired across the range. All shooting must be parallel to the range surface and range centre line, except for ISSF Rapid-fire Match and PA Services matches where it is no greater than 7º each side of the centre line.
Minimum shooting distance for steel targets is to be 10m. Minimum shooting distance for paper targets is to be 5m.
At no time are glass, soft drink cans or any other non-approved or impromptu targets to be used on the range facility.
3.9 Match CompletionAt the conclusion of all matches or practices the RO and participants will ensure that:• Participation Records are signed by participants and the RO;• Score sheets have the match and date correctly recorded;• All unused targets are returned to the range storage cupboard;• Used targets that can be recycled are stored securely to prevent being blown around the range;• Targets that cannot be recycled are taken to the recycle bin;• All timers, score sheets, and unused patches are put away;• Firing points are checked for brass and other debris;• All firearms and ammunition have been removed from the range;• RO’s name removed;• Range fans turned off and range door shut;• Red flag from rear of firing line removed;• Compressor turned off and bled, storage room and toilet doors shut.
SECTION 4 –RANGE SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
4.1 Conduct on RangeAll persons, shooters and spectators alike, will follow all directions given to them by the Range Officer or Delegated Club member. Failure to comply with their commands, instructions or direction will mean immediate expulsion from the range. Spectators must remain 5 metres behind any active firing line or seated in the designated spectator areas unless invited forward by the Range Officer. Spectators are required to ensure they have been issued with a lanyard to wear while at the range which designates their status as a Visitor – Non Shooter.
4.2 Hearing and eye protectionHearing protection for all attendees at the range in near proximity to an active firing line is mandatory, except in the indoor air range 9
Eye protection (or ISSF shooting glasses) for all attendees at the range in near proximity to an active firing line is advisory.
Hearing and Eye protection equipment supply is the responsibility of the individual and not the club.
4.3 Protective ClothingEnclosed footwear and appropriate clothing is to be worn at all times when shooting.
Protection from the sun is the responsibility of individuals and not the club.
4.4 Alcohol/DrugsAny person deemed by an RO to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to shoot, handle firearms or be present on the firing line.
No alcohol or illegal drugs are allowed on the ranges.
4.5 SmokingSmoking is not permitted within 10m of any black powder firearms being used or loaded. Smoking is only permitted in fully open areas i.e. not under cover.
Smoking is not permitted on any firing point or spectator area adjacent to ranges.
Smokers should be encouraged to wash their hands after shooting and before smoking due to the hazard posed by the possible ingestion of lead.
All smoking materials (butts, etc.) are to be disposed of responsibly.
4.6 AnimalsAll dogs, cats, or other pets must be restrained at all times under the control of an adult and confined to the car parking areas. Under no circumstances are animals permitted on the ranges, in the Clubhouse or Clubhouse annex area.
Should an animal create a disturbance e.g. excessive barking or bail up a person, the owner or person in charge of the animal will be requested to remove it from the range complex.
All native wild animals on the range complex are classed as protected species and treated accordingly as per the Nature Conservation Act.
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