BELMONT SHOOTING COMPLEX
The Belmont Shooting Complex
was established in 1916, by the Australian Federal Government as a rifle range site, with
plans for a 50 target range initially approved. Prior to World War 2 the site was
used by the Australian Army for Small Arms purposes. It was not until the 1950's
that civilian activities by individual shooting clubs commenced. In the early 1960's
the construction of a full bore range commenced which was duly completed in 1964. It
was also at this time that the concept of a multi-disciplined shooting facility was
floated. Consequently construction and occupation of other ranges including Clay
Target, Pistol and Small Bore followed.
The complex is managed by the
Belmont Shooting Complex Site Users Committee, which is comprised of the following
organizations.
Location
Map
History
of Brisbane Gun Club
| Brisbane Clay Target Club & others
nearby
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The complex encompasses a
site of approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) set in rugged bushland. The majority
of ranges are located in the north western quarter with the remainder of land taken up by
safety areas. The complex is only some 16 kilometers from the City of Brisbane and
25 kilometers from Brisbane International airport, making it extremely accessible to
locals and visitors alike.
The complex has previously
hosted other significant shooting competitions including;
