Despite recent changes in legislation, getting involved in the exciting sport of pistol shooting is still a fairly straight forward process. It's extremely safe and fun for all the family. Anyone from the age of 11 can compete. Under 18's will require parental / guardian (who are a licenced club member) consent.
For Non-Weapons License holders
Step 1 Download and complete form QP515 from the QLD Police website. or Police Station.
Take this completed application into police at Police Station.
NOTE: If you hold a current firearms license, you do not need a QP515
Step 2 When a 'Form 36' is received by applicant from the Police.
Step 3 Bring the Statement of Eligibility (Official 'Form 36'), obtained from police, and your two character references and Queensland Photographic Identity (i.e. Queensland Drivers License) to the Metropolitan Pistol Club on Monday or Wednesday nights from 6 pm. (NB. The two character reference letters. These can be from anyone, be it family, friends, work colleges, neighbours who have known you for at least 2 Years.)
Step 4 Complete a Metropolitan Pistol Club application form in front of either the Club Captain or
Secretary.
Step 5 Pay (Cash or Cheque) Non-refundable Joining Fee ($50.00)
Step 6 Attend and complete Club Induction course. (Induction must be completed before commencing coaching or shooting on ranges)
Step 7 Coaching held every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm. (Weapons issued at 6 pm. from Club House.)
Step 8 Induction Course held in club house 1st. Monday every Month at 6 pm. Contact and book with Dave Shaxson (Club Captain) Ph. 0412 265 460.
Membership applications presented (by Club Captain) to Committee Meeting 2nd. Monday Monthly.
N.B. You may attend the Induction Course after completing Application Form.
(Bring eye and ear protection to induction.)