As August comes to an end, we reflect on another month of activity.
Let’s recap August and have a look at what’s coming up. Plus, as always, some useful information and resources!
4 Para-athletes have been selected to represent Australia at the 2025 WSPS World Cup, which is set to take place in Al Ain, UAE between the 25th of October and the 5th of November
Congratulations to the athletes on their selection to the team!
11 Australian athletes have been selected in accordance with the selection criteria to compete in the ISSF Shotgun World Championships in Athens, Greece, between the 9th and 19th of October 2025.
Congratulations to these athletes on their selection.
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT
Shooting Australia will be hosting its second and final National Classification Day for 2025 in Brisbane on the 6th of October.
National Classification Days are run in collaboration with Paralympics Australia and are open to any para-athlete with a current provisional classification, as well as to athletes of all shooting disciplines, including, rifle, pistol and shotgun.
To be eligible to receive a National Classification, candidates are required to provide their Provisional Classification paperwork and evidence of a medical diagnosis prior to their appointment.
To secure a National Classification appointment, registration must be completed before the 26th of September 2025.
For more information and to register, please see the flyer at the following link:
NATIONAL CLASSIFICATION DAY INFO & REGISTRATION
At its Special General Meeting in June 2025, with support from its Member Organisation, Shooting Australia amended its Constitution to align with the Australian Sports Commission’s Sport Governance Standards.
These changes will enable SA to continue to meet ASC funding requirements and work towards best-practice governance. Shooting Australia is required to be fully compliant with these standards by 30 June 2026.
The key changes to Shooting Australia’s Constitution included:
Board Composition: The Shooting Australia Board will consist of up to eight members, with four (4) Elected Directors and up to four (4) Appointed Directors.
Appointed Director Ratio: In line with Australian Sports Commission guidelines, at least 40% of the Board must be Appointed Directors.
Provisions for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – No one gender accounts for more than 50% of the total number of Directors.
Shooting Australia has commenced a recruitment process for up to three (3) Appointed Directors through a call for Expressions of Interest.
Shooting Australia is seeking individuals (from within or beyond the sport sector) that address one or more of the following attributes identified on the organisations Board Skills Matrix:
· Finance Expertise (e.g. CA, CPA)
· Governance Experience
· High Performance System Knowledge
· Strategic Capability
This process aims to build a diverse and inclusive Board, equipped to drive Shooting Australia’s strategic goals moving forward.
Expressions of Interest for Appointed Directors close on 8 September.
If you have any questions please contact Jenni Thom, Shooting Australia Company Secretary via email: Jenni@shootingaustralia.org
For further information, please visit the link below:
APPOINTED BOARD DIRECTOR INFORMATION
Or to read more, visit our website
Shooting Australia is aware of the ISSF’s intention to make several rule changes across all target shooting sport disciplines for 2026 and beyond.
These proposed changes might include:
· Alterations to the acceptable rifle competition clothing
· Alterations to the finals formats
· Other general rules changes or updates
Shooting Australia will ensure that all rule change announcements are relayed the community as they are confirmed and announced by the ISSF.
We will also ensure that we work closely with athletes, domestic endorsed event hosts and officials so that any rule changes can be reflected domestically at the most appropriate time.
The MISC Grand Prix was held from the 15th to the 17th of August, at the Melbourne International Shooting Club.
The three-day competition brought together pistol and rifle athletes from around the nation to test their skills against one another.
Check out the full results from the MISC Grand Prix at the link below:
The Jean & Peter Wray Shotgun Championship competition took place between the 22nd and 24th of August.
This tier 1 competition marked the third and final selection event for the Shotgun World Championships, which are scheduled to take place in Athens, Greece between the 8th and 19th of October.
Check out the full results from the Jean & Peter Wray Championships at the link below:
JEN & PETER WRAY CHAMPIONSHIPS EVENT RESULTS
In high performance sport, mental health is just as important as physical performance and checking in can make a real difference.
On September the 11th Shooting Australia will be celebrating R U OK? Day by asking our coaches and support staff how they support their athletes and each other, reminding us of the importance of mental health in sport and that conversations matter.
To join Shooting Australia in Celebrating R U OK? Day, follow our Facebook Page:
To learn more about R U OK? Day and how you can get involved, visit the link below:
This month, Shooting Australia joined the Australian Sports Commission to celebrate their ‘Everyone has a place in sports’ initiative.
This program reminds us that shooting is a place where you can challenge yourself, make friends and share in the joy of sport, no matter your ability or experience.
To learn more, visit our Facebook Page below:
Join Sports Integrity Australia on the 11th of September for a FREE webinar on Tech Based Abuse and Exploitation.
Learn to identify harmful behaviours such as grooming, unwanted contact and doxing and understand how these issues can impact the safety and wellbeing of athletes, especially children and young people.
This session will equip administrators, coaches, parents and community members with practical tools to help safeguard their communities and take action against online abuse. This event will be hosted online on at 8:30pm AEST on the 11th of September, click the button below to learn more and register.
SPORTS INTEGRITY AUSTRALIA – FREE WEBINAR
Ningbo ISSF World Cup (Pistol/Rifle)
Where: Ningbo, China
When: 7-15 September
Discipline: Pistol & Rifle
NINGBO WORLD CUP EVENT INFORMATION
ISSF World Championships (Shotgun)
Where: Athens, Greece
When: 8-19 October
Discipline: Shotgun
ISSF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SHOTGUN EVENT INFORMATION
Al Ain 2025 WSPS World Cup
Where: Al Ain, UAE
When: 25 October – 5 November
Discipline: Para Pistol & Rifle
AL AIN 2025 WORLD CUP EVENT INFORMATION
Adelaide Cup (Tier 2)
Where: Wingfield Rifle Range, Wingfield, SA
When: 5 – 7 September
Discipline: Rifle
Entries close: 29 August
ADELAIDE CUP EVENT INFORMATION
SACTA State Titles (Tier 2)
Where: State Shooting Park, Buckland Park, SA
When: 27 – 28 September
Discipline: Shotgun
Entries close: TBC
SACTA STATE TITLES EVENT INFORMATION
NSW State Titles (Tier 2)
Where: Wagga Wagga City Pistol Club, East Wagga Wagga, NSW
When: 4 – 6 October
Discipline: Pistol
NSW STATE TITLES EVENT INFORMATION
SA State Titles (Tier 2)
Where: Berri Pistol Club, Monash, SA
When: 4 – 6 October
Discipline: Pistol
SA STATE TITLES EVENT INFORMATION
QLD State Titles (Tier 2)
Where: BISC, Belmont, QLD
When: 4 – 6 October
Discipline: Rifle
QLD STATE TITLES EVENT INFORMATION
WA State Titles (Tier 2)
Where: WA Gun Club, Whiteman, WA
When: 18 – 19 October
Discipline: Shotgun
WA STATE TITLES EVENT INFORMATION
Yackandandah Open (Tier 2)
Where: Yackandandah Pistol Club, Yackandandah, Victoria
When: 24 – 26 October
Discipline: Pistol
YACKANDANDAH EVENT INFORMATION
2025 NATIONAL TEAM SELECTION CRITERIA
NATIONAL TEAM SELECTION LEADERBOARDS
ATHLETE AVERAGE PERFORMANCE SCORES
Don’t forget to subscribe to the Shooting Australia TV on YouTube where you will be able to re-watch domestic event coverage, hear from athletes – post competition, and more! Best of all, it is free!
