Sporting Shooters News
Stay up to date with what’s happening across SSAA NSW. Here you’ll find the latest announcements, updates, and information from across the state. Our goal is to keep members and the wider sport shooting, hunting and collecting community informed about the issues, achievements, and events shaping the future of sport in NSW.
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Understanding NSW’s Major Firearms Law Reforms
NSW firearms reforms mark a major shift: eligibility, verification, active club participation, and proactive compliance are now central.
Responsible advocacy and evidence-based action
Jointly issued by industry and membership organisations – SSAA NSW, SIFA and NSWFDA; representing lawful firearms owners, sporting shooters and firearms businesses in New South Wales.
A message from SSAA NSW President
Thank you for your membership and thank you for your trust in the SSAA NSW Board. It is a huge honour to work for you.
SSAA National Lever Action Championship 2025
The Northern Rivers Branch of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (NSW) hosted the SSAA National Lever Action Championship from 4–6 October 2025 at the Casino Rifle Range.
Staying Safe Online: A Guide for SSAA Members
As more of our membership renewals, event registrations and communications move online, it’s important to know how to protect yourself from scams, phishing attempts and online fraud.
Keep Your SSAA Membership Active – Hassle-Free Auto-Renewal
Imagine never having to worry about your SSAA membership expiring. No last-minute renewals, no missed benefits, just uninterrupted access to everything you love about being part of SSAA.
Farmer Assist Program
The SSAA NSW Farmer Assist Program links farmers with accredited members to manage pest and feral animals safely and ethically.
SSAA NSW Delivers Its Latest AHCPMG304 Use Firearms to Humanely Destroy Animals Course
This accredited training program equips licensed shooters with the knowledge and skills to carry out safe, ethical, and effective pest animal control in field settings.
An update from the SSAA (NSW) Port Macquarie
We’re back to our regular schedule: practice each Friday, the first two Saturdays of the month, the third Sunday, and competitions on the fourth Sunday.
Travelling or Moving to NSW with Firearms?
Whether you’re travelling within the state or relocating from interstate, understanding the legal requirements is essential.
Meet our SSAA NSW Range Officers
At every SSAA NSW range, behind the firing lines and well-used benches, you’ll find some of the unsung heroes of our sport — our Range Officers.
SSAA (NSW) Sydney Branch Awards Night 2025
The evening celebrated the hard work and dedication of the people across SSAA (NSW) Sydney ranges, with Niven Little named Overall Range Officer of the Year.
A message from the SSAA NSW President
It's been an exciting time here at SSAA NSW but I would first like to share that SSAA NSW has now grown to more than 65,000 members.
SSAA NSW Launch Holster Course
The SSAA NSW Holster Qualification Course has been designed to provide members with the skills, knowledge, and confidence.
Big Bore and Big Scores at 2025 Big Game State Titles
The 2025 SSAA NSW Big Game Rifle State Titles brought together competitors from across the state for a weekend of competition and precision shooting.
Single Action State Titles Spark Excitement in Bathurst
The 2025 SSAA NSW Single Action State Titles were held over the June long weekend at the SSAA NSW Bathurst Branch Range.
One Club, One Community
SSAA NSW Newcastle Branch isn’t just a SSAA NSW branch that shoots from the Seaham Range — it’s the second largest branch in NSW.
Arthur’s legacy in building Big Springs Range into a regional cornerstone for SSAA NSW Wagga Wagga
In regional NSW, one man’s commitment to safe, responsible shooting has helped create a hub for training, competition, and community.
3 Steps to meeting your NSW firearms licence mandatory participation requirements
The mandatory participation requirements is a critical compliance matter for licensed shooters, and it is imperative to ensure activities are kept up to date.
Jai Rowell Returns to SSAA NSW as Voluntary Board Advisor
The Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (SSAA) NSW is pleased to welcome back Jai Rowell as a non-voting voluntary Board Advisor.
Auburn Shooting Centre: A Sporting Shooters Range Under New Management
Auburn is now home to the Auburn Shooting Centre (ASC), officially opening its doors in early February 2025.
Protect Your Firearms with SSAA Members Firearms Protection Cover – Just $35 a Year!
As a responsible firearm owner, ensuring the safety and protection of your firearms is essential.
Strengthening Firearms Safety Training: SSAA NSW’s Commitment to Trainer Excellence
Ensuring that all SSAA NSW Trainers and Instructors meet the highest standards of instruction is essential to maintaining the integrity of our Range Officer and Safe Shooting programs.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! July 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! June 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! May 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! April 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
Range/Branch Matters – March 2024
Late last year the NSW Firearms Registry called for those interested in being a part of the Firearms Licence Qualification Course (FLQC) Consultative Group.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! March 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! February 2024
SSAA NSW Insider will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
SSAA NSW Newsblast! January 2024
Welcome to our new Newsletter, SSAA NSW Insider. Happy New Year! It will consist of monthly calendars, Branch shoots and more.
Enhancements Coming to NSW Firearms Registry – Gun Safe Portal in 2024!
In the upcoming year, the NSW Firearms Registry Gun Safe Portal is set to undergo significant improvements, all geared towards providing you with an enhanced user experience.
Range/Branch Matters – December 2023
Earlier this year SSAA NSW met with NSWFR where we discussed several topics.
Mainstone Lawyers
Learn more about the requirements under Clause 28B of the Firearms Regulation 2017 regarding the storage of firearms at inhabited dwellings.
Announcement By Outgoing CEO – Jai Rowell
As was announced last week by our SSAA NSW President Lance Miller, I will be finishing up my role at SSAA NSW and other associated roles.
Branch Highlight – SSAA NSW Wagga Wagga Branch
The 44-hectare Big Springs Rifle Range is wholly owned by the Wagga Wagga Branch of Sporting Shooters Association of Australia.
Mainstone Lawyers
I have been approached by a number of people in recent times regarding the storage of firearms at premises that are only used or visited on a part-time basis.
Range/Branch Matters – October 2023
During May I had the pleasure of visiting several Branches across the state, who have requested that I assist them in reaccrediting Range Officer Trainers and Range Officers.
Permit to Acquire Goes Online
PTA's (Permit to Acquire a Firearm) have now gone online and are available to be issued digitally to people with a Gun Safe Account.
Range/Branch Matters – April-May 2023
I have had several inquiries relating to the requirement for Range Officers to be reaccredited by those Range Officers who are Trainers.
SSAA NSW – Change to Compliance Period
SSAA NSW worked hard and was able to ensure that during COVID that attendances were not looked at by the NSW Registry.
Range/Branch Matters – March 2023
The responsibility of a Registry Range Compliance officer is to determine whether your range is fit for purpose.
Range/Branch Matters – February 2023
When you get down to the nuts and bolts of a club’s everyday operations, there are few roles as important as a confident, knowledgeable, and diligent Range Officer.
Range/Branch Matters – January 2023
An important part of my role as the Firearms Regulatory and Compliance Manager for SSAA NSW is to provide direct support to those volunteers in your branch.
ITS: Registered Training Organisation
We are pleased to announce the launch of a wholly SSAA NSW owned commercial training organisation, Industry Training Specialists Pty Ltd (ITS).
Individual Representation for Members with Application Delays
SSAA NSW has long been advocating on behalf of all members with regards to a backlog of processing and application delays with NSW Firearms Registry.
National Firearms Amnesty
SSAA NSW has conducted long-term advocacy with regards to a Firearms Amnesty program. We are pleased to announce that our advocacy has been successful.
Hunters: Sight Alignment at a Range
Some hunters have been advised that if their licence states hunting only, they are prohibited from accessing a range.
Game and Pest Advisory Board
In NSW, the Game and Pest Management Advisory Board (the Board) represents the interests of licensed hunters to the government.