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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
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SUMMARY:SSAA WA STATE CENTREFIRE TITLES 2026
DESCRIPTION:SSAA WA STATE CENTREFIRE TITLES 2026\nHosted by SSAA Jarrahdale\nWestern Australia’s premier centrefire benchrest championship returns for 2026!Shooters from across the state will compete across two weekends of high-level precision shooting at the respected SSAA Jarrahdale Range. \n\nEvent Dates & Schedule\nWeekend 1\n23rd May 2026 – 300 Yards Heavy24th May 2026 – Unlimited \nWeekend 2\n30th May 2026 – Sporter31st May 2026 – Light1st June 2026 – Heavy \nPractice Days: Day before each competition segmentFlag Setting: 3:00 PM on each practice day \n\nCompetition Classes\n\n\n300 Yards Heavy \n\n\nUnlimited \n\n\nSporter \n\n\nLight \n\n\nHeavy \n\n\n\nLocation\nSSAA Jarrahdale RangeJarrahdale\, Western Australia
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/ssaa-wa-state-centrefire-titles-2026/
LOCATION:Jarrahdale WA\, 832 Jarrahdale Road\, Jarrahdale\, WA\, 6124\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260429T124639
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SUMMARY:SSAA NSW State Rimfire Championships 2026
DESCRIPTION:SSAA NSW State Rimfire Championships 2026\nSporting Shooters Association of Australia\n(New South Wales) Newcastle Branch Inc\nABN: 27 393 177 203 \n2026 NSW Rimfire and IRB Championships  \n5th\, 6th \, 7th and 8th June 2026 \nLight Rimfire Group Friday 5th June starting at 8.00am 50m & 100y\nHeavy Rimfire Group Saturday 6th June starting at 8.00am 50m & 100y\nIRB Sunday 7th and Monday 8th starting at 8.00am 50m \nNomination fees $65.00 per day \nJunior nominations $FREE \nNominations must be received by 29th May 2026 \nPlease notify if sharing and with who. \nLate entries may or may not be accepted and if accepted a late entry fee of $10.00 will apply and you will not be able to share flags or equipment. \n7.00am weigh-in for each day. \nPractice Thursday 4th from 8.00am until 2.00pm \nYou must have your current membership card and shooters licence. \nYou must have your current membership card\, firearms licence and “Target” listed as a genuine reason on your licence. \nRange Facilities: Club house\, toilets\, showers and BBQ (For evening meals). \nCamping on Range permitted (please advise beforehand) \nSSAA Newcastle range rules require eye and hearing protection to be worn while shooting. \nEntries:\nEntry forms are available here: \n Register here
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/nsw-state-rimfire-championships-2026/
LOCATION:SSAA Newcastle\, 668 E Seaham Road\, East Seaham\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="SSAA Newcastle":MAILTO:info@ssaanewcastle.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260705T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T170000
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SUMMARY:SSAA Queensland State Rimfire
DESCRIPTION:S.S.A.A. INC. \nQLD BENCHREST RIMFIRE \nCHAMPIONSHIPS \n6th –  11th JULY 2026 \nHosted by: S.S.A.A Springsure Branch Inc. \nHeld at the S.S.A.A (Qld.) Inc. Captains Mountain Complex \n10125 Gore Highway\, Millmerran Woods Road\, ( first entrance on right). \n  \n“All adult competitors at SSAA QLD or SSAA National competitions held in Queensland must have the appropriate licence from their State/Territory for the class of firearms being contested.” \nS.S.A.A Membership Card & Firearms Licence must be presented each day. \nDue to safety concerns; No domestic animals are allowed on the range property unless written permission is obtained from the property owner and property lessee. \n  \nProgram Of Events  –  Commencing 8am every day \nThe Championship is for Rimfire Benchrest IRB Score & Groups . \nSunday 5th                              Practice Day \nMonday 6th                             IRB \nTuesday 7th                             IRB \nWednesday 8th                       Light Score / Heavy Score 50m \nThursday 9th                           Heavy Score / Light Score 100yds \nFriday 10th                              Light / Heavy Benchrest Group 100yds \nSaturday 11th                         Heavy / Light Benchrest Group 50m \n  \nFees: \nAdults- $60 per day NO MEALS | $100 per day includes meals (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \nJuniors- $25 per day NO MEALS | $50 includes meals (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \nPayment By: 5th July 2026.   Cash preferred but EFTPOS accepted. \n  \nFacilities: \nCabins & Camping available at the Captains Mountain Range. \nCampsite – $15 per night *Electricity Available $2 per person per night* \nBunkhouse – Shared Accommodation per night – Adult $15 and Junior $7.50 \nCabin – Single Occupancy $60 per night (linen provided) \nCabin – Double Occupancy $50 per person per night (linen provided) \nAll Juniors half price. \n  \nMeals: For non-competitor attendees – $40 per day (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \n*Please advise for catering purposes to ensure non competitor attendees don’t go hungry*QLD Rimfire Nomination Form 2026 \n  \nSSAA QLD Event Cancellation / Postponement Policy \nAn event may be postponed or cancelled at any time by SSAA QLD \nor Branch directive.  \nClubs and Branches must comply with their State’s health directives.\nSSAA Queensland and SSAA Springsure Branch will not be liable for reimbursement to competitors for any costs associated with a postponed or cancelled SSAA QLD Championship \nevent for any reason. \nBy submitting this nomination\, you acknowledge and agree to the \nSSAA QLD Event Cancellation/Postponement Policy. \n  \nVERSION:  5 February 2025 \nS.S.A.A. QLD. \nNominations: \nPlease send nomination form to Gavin:- benchrest@ssaaqld.org.au        or Ph. 0438 759 162 \nQLD Rimfire Nomination Form 2026
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/ssaa-queensland-state-rimfire/
LOCATION:Captains Mountain QLD\, SSAA Range - Entrance off Millmerran Woods Drive\, 10125 Gore Higway Captains Mountain\, QLD\, 4357\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260429T124639
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SUMMARY:TACK DRIVER AUSTRALIA
DESCRIPTION:Tack Driver Australia – Inaugural Precision Shooting Event\nWelcome precision shooters! Tack Driver Australia is Australia’s first-ever 300 metres Group Score Fly targets in a single benchrest competition\, bringing a unique and exciting format that has been a sell-out success in the USA to our shores. \nEvent Details\n\nDates: Saturday 18 July – Sunday 19 July 2026\nPractice Day: Friday 17 July from Midday\nLocation: Colo Benchrest Club\nEntry Fee: $85 per day\nDistance: 300 metres\nTargets: Group\, Score\, Fly (alternating)\nMaximum Competitors: 75\n\nWho Should Compete\n\nAll precision shooters welcome – If you have a suitable rifle\, come and compete.\nBenchrest shooters\, F-Class shooters\, and Fly shooters are all encouraged to participate.\n\nCourse of Fire\n\nDay 1 (Saturday): Warmer target at 9:00am\, followed by 6 targets alternating Group\, Score\, Fly\, Group\, Score\, Fly.\nDay 2 (Sunday): 6 targets alternating Fly\, Group\, Score\, Fly\, Group\, Score starting at 9:00am.\nEach target detail is 20 minutes apart with 3 details per target.\n\nShooting Rules\n\nAll shooting will be from a bench – no shooting from the ground.\nNo moving backers: scorer will determine shot count and their decision is final.\nNo coaching allowed during shooting.\nCompetitors must use the same gun and caliber throughout the event.\n\nEquipment Rules\n\nRifles up to 8mm or subject to range limitations.\nNo rail guns.\nNo weight limit.\nOne-piece rests are not permitted; bipod\, rest and bag combinations are allowed.\nNo electronic devices on the bench except timer.\n\nCamping & Accommodation\n\nCamping is available on the range.\nFacilities include toilets\, showers\, kitchen access\, and BBQ.\nPower is available in the shed and reloading room but not at the campsites.\nLimited accommodation is available nearby.\n\nFood & Catering\n\nFood will be available for purchase on competition days for lunch and breakfast.\nA free BBQ will be supplied on Saturday night.\n\nRegistration\n\nRegister via the Benchrest Australia events page at benchrestaustralia.com.au.\nEntry closes Friday 27 June 2026 (3 weeks before the event).\nNo Eftpos Available please bring cash\n\nAdditional Information\n\nThis event is presented by Benchrest Australia.\nThe event features trophies and patches for the top 20 competitors.\nThe event is a historic first for Australia\, bringing a proven USA sell-out format.\n\nDon’t Miss Out!\nDon’t miss out on this historic event! Register Now. \n Register here
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/tack-driver-australia/
LOCATION:Colo Benchrest Shooting Club\, 6013 PUTTY ROAD\, MELLONG\, New South Wales\, 2756\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benchrest Australia":MAILTO:info@benchrestaustralia.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260429T124639
CREATED:20251124T213303Z
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UID:3918-1786579200-1786924799@benchrestaustralia.com
SUMMARY:SSAA NSW State 4-Gun Championships 2026
DESCRIPTION:SSAA NSW State 4-Gun Championships 2026\nIncorporating the Bananacoast Championships \nAustralia’s premier state-level benchrest shooting competition is back!Shooters from across New South Wales will gather for four days of high-level 4-gun competition across all classes. \nEvent Dates:\nCompetition: 13th – 16th August 2026Practice Days: 11th & 12th August 2026Flag Setting: 12th August at 3:00 PM \nCompetition Classes:\nExperimental \nSporter \nLight \nHeavy \nLocation:\nCoffs Harbour SSAA Range – Dairyville\, NSW \nMeals Provided:\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided for all competitors. \nCamping:\nCamping will be available at the Wedding Paddock.Fees: To be advised. \nEvent Highlights:\nFull State Championship program across all 4-gun disciplines \nTwo full practice days leading into competition \nRun by the Coffs Harbour SSAA Club\, widely regarded as the best in hosting national and state matches \nStrong community atmosphere and top-level competition \nTrophies\, awards\, and state recognition \nEntries:\nEntry forms will be available here \nJoin us at Dairyville for New South Wales premier 4-gun benchrest competition of 2026!
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/nsw-state-4-gun-championships-2026/
LOCATION:SSAA Coffs Harbour – Dairyville\, 368 Dry Creek Road\, Upper Orara\, NSW\, 2450\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="SSAA Coffs Harbour Branch":MAILTO:ianbenchrest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
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SUMMARY:SSAA Queensland State Centrefire
DESCRIPTION:S.S.A.A. INC. \nQLD BENCHREST CENTREFIRE \nCHAMPIONSHIPS \n19th –  24th October 2026 \nHosted by: S.S.A.A Springsure Branch Inc. \nHeld at the S.S.A.A (Qld.) Inc. Captains Mountain Complex \n10125 Gore Highway\, Millmerran Woods Road\, ( first entrance on right). \n  \n“All adult competitors at SSAA QLD or SSAA National competitions held in Queensland must have the appropriate licence from their State/Territory for the class of firearms being contested.” \nS.S.A.A Membership Card & Firearms Licence must be presented each day. \nDue to safety concerns; No domestic animals are allowed on the range property unless written permission is obtained from the property owner and property lessee. \n  \nProgram Of Events  –  Commencing 8am every day \nThe Championship is for Centrefire Benchrest Group and Score . \nSaturday 17th                         Range Setup / Practice Day \nSunday 18th                            Practice Day \nMonday 19th                           Sporter / Light 100yds Group \nTuesday 20th                          Heavy / Unlimited 100yds Group \nWednesday 21st                     Unlimited / Heavy 200yds Group \nThursday 22nd                         Light / Sporter 200yds Group \nFriday 23rd                              Light / Heavy Benchrest Score 100yds \nSaturday 24th                         Heavy / Light Benchrest Score 200yds \n  \n  \nNominations: \nPlease send nomination form to Gavin :- benchrest@ssaaqld.org.au        or Ph. 0438 759 162 \n \n  \nFees: \nAdults- $60 per day NO MEALS | $100 per day includes meals (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \nJuniors- $25 per day NO MEALS | $50 includes meals (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \nPayment By: 5th July 2026.   Cash preferred but EFTPOS accepted. \n  \nFacilities: \nCabins & camping available at the Captains Mountain Range. \nCampsite – $15 per night *Electricity Available $2 per person per night* \nBunkhouse – Shared Accommodation per night – Adult $15 and Junior $7.50 \nCabin – Single Occupancy $60 per night (linen provided) \nCabin – Double Occupancy $50 per person per night (linen provided) \nAll Juniors half price. \n  \nMeals: For non-competitor attendees – $40 per day (Breakfast\, Lunch & Dinner) \n*Please advise for catering purposes to ensure non competitor attendees don’t go hungry* \n  \nSSAA QLD Event Cancellation / Postponement Policy \nAn event may be postponed or cancelled at any time by SSAA QLD \nor Branch directive.  \nClubs and Branches must comply with their State’s health directives.\nSSAA Queensland and SSAA Springsure Branch will not be liable for reimbursement to competitors for any costs associated with a postponed or cancelled SSAA QLD Championship \nevent for any reason. \nBy submitting this nomination\, you acknowledge and agree to the \nSSAA QLD Event Cancellation/Postponement Policy. \n  \n Register here\n\n  \nVERSION:  4 APRIL 2026
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/ssaa-queensland-state-centrefire/
LOCATION:Captains Mountain QLD\, SSAA Range - Entrance off Millmerran Woods Drive\, 10125 Gore Higway Captains Mountain\, QLD\, 4357\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTSTAMP:20260429T124639
CREATED:20251124T215314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T040305Z
UID:3927-1792713600-1793059199@benchrestaustralia.com
SUMMARY:SSAA NSW State Score Championships 2026
DESCRIPTION:SSAA NSW State Score Championships 2026\nIncorporating the Billinghurst Memorial \nShooters from across New South Wales are invited to compete in this exciting state-level score shooting event\, hosted by Newcastle SSAA. \nEvent Dates:\nCompetition: 23rd – 26th October 2026Practice Day: 22nd October 2026Flag Setting: 22nd October at 3:00 PM \nCompetition Classes:\nLight Rimfire \nHeavy Rimfire \nHeavy Centrefire \nLight Centrefire \nLocation:\nNewcastle SSAA Range  \nMeals Provided:\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided. \nCamping:\nCamping available. \nEvent Highlights:\nFull State Championship program across all classes \nProfessionally run by the Newcastle SSAA Club \nTrophies\, awards\, and recognition for state competitors \nEntries:\nEntry forms will be available here
URL:https://benchrestaustralia.com/event/ssaa-nsw-state-score-championships-2026/
LOCATION:SSAA Newcastle\, 668 E Seaham Road\, East Seaham\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="SSAA Newcastle":MAILTO:info@ssaanewcastle.org.au
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