The Safe Shooting Program aims to enhance sport shooting facilities across New South Wales in order to provide safe, inclusive and accessible shooting environments for local communities.
July 2023
What was approved
Approved for Bermagui Field and Game Sporting Clays
Upgrade old Quad bikes to Four Seat All Terrain Vehicle for transporting disabled and elderly members and visitors around the shooting stations. Upgrade 5 inoperative traps with 5 new clay pigeon throwing traps.
$49,958 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Bega ValleyAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Broken Hill Field and Game Association Incorporated
Purchase of a Utility Terrain Vehicle for use on our range for those who have limiting mobility. This will allow all individuals to continue participating in our sport which is set out in stations across natural terrain where walking on uneven ground and short distance may be a challenge. ? Upgrading old manual traps to electric traps across our range to make our range as safe as possible for all participants.
$30,400 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Broken HillAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Coffs Harbour Pistol Club Inc.
It is a project planned to rebuild our unserviceable air pistol range. It is a 46 years old facilities that it is close to an unusable condition at this stage. It will be disqualified to be used by Firearms Registry if action not being started as soon as we can. There will be no more air pistol event on our club's shooting program for members, if that happens.
$48,912 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Coffs HarbourAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Echuca Moama Field and Game Incorporated
The Echuca Moama Field & Game Club Equipment Upgrade Project will replace eleven automatic target throwers (traps). This will assist the Club to grow and thrive and enhance the sport of clay target shooting.
$48,200 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Murray RiverAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Goulburn Clay Target Club Incorporated
Upgrade the Wired Clay Target voice release system to a Wireless system at the Goulburn Clay Target club located at the Goulburn Rifle Range Reserve.
$11,774 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Goulburn MulwareeAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Holsworthy Rifle Club
To comply with NSW Firearms Registry requirements to store firearms on unattended premises, the Holsworthy Rifle Club must arrange the purchase and installation of a solid core internal lockable door, firearms safe/s and back to base alarm systems. ? This will enable the Club to have equipment ready for people to try our sport and to use when first starting to lower the barrier to entry. ? Importantly, it will also enable our members to store their equipment safely at the Club when they do not have transport or security facilities at home. (eg rental premises, shared housing, etc.)
$10,964 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
RandwickAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Illawarra Regional Shooting Association Incorporated
This project allows for the purchase and installation of a "Shot Marker" Electronic Target System which will allow the shooters to receive instant feedback on a mobile device down range for each shot fired. The system utilises 8 high precision MEMS microphones placed in the four corners of the frame and precisely measures the point of impact and down range velocity to allow the shooter to analyse groups and score for competitions without the need to travel down range to pull down, inspect and patch out each target.
$18,906 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
WingecarribeeAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Lee Enfield Rifle Association of Australia INC
The Lee Enfield Rifle Association would like to build a 6 lane portable electronic target system with the capability to see and count shots on the range at Rankin Springs NSW.
$13,389 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
CarrathoolAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for LISMORE TARGET PISTOL CLUB INC
To install 17 new Intarso TS10-Electronic scoring systems in our indoor air shooting range to facilitate real time scoring of air pistol and air rifle matches.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
LismoreAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Merriganowry Silhouette Pistol Club
Replacing the roof on Range B at the open outdoor shooting range and the purchase of a ride on lawn mower for general range maintenance
$12,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
CowraAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Metropolitan District Rifle Association Inc
Upgrade of the 25m zero range on Anzac Rifle Range from a 2 lane range to a 10 lane range including concrete mounds, accessible access ramps, rain water storage, energy efficient lighting and security systems.
$47,179 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
RandwickAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Mosman-Neutral Bay Rifle Club Inc
Purchase of electronic target system.
$25,632 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
RandwickAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Mungindi Border Rifle Club Incorporated
The MBRC currently utilises manual targets and funding is sought via a grant from the Office of Sport (Safe Shooting Grant Program) to upgrade to electronic targets to be in line with other facilities, provide modern equipment in a remote location and increase opportunity for membership.
$46,797 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Moree PlainsAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Narrabri Clay Target Club
To add a trap (clay target throwing device) at the Narrabri Clay Target Club
$20,149 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
NarrabriAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Narrabri Pistol Club Inc.
Demolish and replace the old open air Air Pistol Range building with a new building that complies with the ISSF Rules for Competition at Narrabri Pistol Club.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
NarrabriAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Newcastle Small Bore & Air Rifle Club Incorporated
To ensure safety and compliance with Police audit inspection findings, rectification and replacement of the bullet catcher area will be undertaken. Additionally, safety and inclusivity will be enhanced with the installation of 24 new concrete shooting benches that will provide the flexibility to cater for people in wheelchairs, women and people with smaller stature, and left/right hand shooters.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
NewcastleAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for PRECISION RIFLE NSW INCORPORATED
Precision Rifle NSW is investing in a newer, larger, and more reliable trailer to safely transport shooting equipment to various shooting ranges, including the Southern Highlands Regional Shooting Complex and the Nioka range. The new trailer will be equipped with a 12-volt power system to power the trailer, accessories, and equipment to provide a mobile clubhouse, supporting the club's core mission of growing the Precision Rifle discipline in NSW. The club aims to prioritise Australian manufacturers and NSW-based small businesses for the purchase of all equipment.
$29,940 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
WingecarribeeAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Sporting Shooters Association of Australia Parkes Branch Incorporation
To purchase a new modern and safer clay target thrower for the Parkes Sporting Shooters with automatic transmitters to avoid having to go close to them to set off. The older types have a series of remotes to use, while these new ones have radio activated transmitters to operate the clay thrower on one remote - a much safer way to operate.
$11,814 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
ParkesAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Sutherland Shire Smallbore Rifle Club Inc (SSSBRC)
An upgrade to the existing target and lead capture facility at SSSBRC to improve safety to members and improve the technique of capturing residue lead. Additionally, the improvement will negate the present potential of lead leaching into a creek which drains into a public reserve.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Sutherland ShireAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Swan Hill Field & Game Association Inc
The Swan Hill Field & Game Club Trap & Defibrillator Project will replace ten automatic target throwers (traps) and install a defibrillator. This project is putting safety first for Club members and visitors. It will replace traps which are too old to repair or replace parts. It will reduce costs to the Club in repairs and maintenance and the additional clay targets that are breaking when released. This project will address long standing OH&S issues and provide a safe and more enjoyable experience for members and visitors to the Club.
$34,200 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Murray RiverAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Tamworth Pistol Club Inc.
The project is required to comply with the NSW FAR Range inspection for Range design/construction specifications & standards for Limited Danger Area ranges. Tamworth Pistol Club (TPC) Range Complex must comply with NSW FAR Range construction safety specifications to maintain a NSW Range Licence for Ranges 4 & 5. These works will include purchase and construction/installation of Civil engineer designed structural steel/timber overhead baffles on both Ranges 4 & 5 so as to create Limited Danger Area (LDA) Ranges, thereby negating the risk of shot egress from within the complex, over the boundary, into neighboring properties.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Tamworth RegionalAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Taree Wingham Clay Target Club
Purchase of new clay target throwing machines to replace old, damaged and unsafe machinery.
$17,345 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Mid-CoastAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for Warren Gun Club Inc
The project is to Upgrade three existing clay target equipment bunkers at the Warren Gun Club, removing the existing fixed concrete covers with hinged metal lids. ? The replacement of the three fixed lids with a metal hinged opening casing will allow for easy opening and closing of the bunker lid and increase the ease of access to the equipment below. This ease of access and increase in working space will facilitate the increased ability of a boarder range of participants to access the equipment and improve safety for shooters, particularly in the case of a medical incident or accident.
$13,320 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
WarrenAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024What was approved
Approved for WINGHAM PISTOL CLUB INC.
This projects aim to rectify the lack of a usable range facility at the Wingham Pistol Club which if successful, should then serve a broad area in the Mid Coast SEIFA. ? The Wingham range facility currently lacks the appropriate target frames and baffling now required by regulatory edict. ? The depleted facilities at Wingham range means that opportunities for local marginal community groups to access a suitable sporting venue are reduced in the face of expensive travel to distant facilities. ? The project will install baffles and turning targets frames to a modern standard increasing local participation by broadening potential range usage.
$50,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
July 2023Location of the recipient
Mid-CoastAbout the grant
Applications approved
1
Applications received
24
Safe Shooting Grant Program
Program term
Until 30 September 2024