HISTORY

Welcome to the history category

Find out about the history of long-range full-bore rifle shooting. Immerse yourself in the lives of champions, Kings’ & Queens’ Prize winners. Learn about the team’s matches. Discover the links to our military – the ANZAC legends. Discover the treasures of the QRA Museum.

All Queens/Kings Winners

Discover the winners of the QRA Queens Championship from its earliest history!

All Queens Winners (TR/B, TR/C)

Discover the winners of the QRA Queens Championships in target rifle B & C grades

State Championship Winners – QRA Queens F CLASS

Discover the winners of the QRA Queens Championships in F Class from its inception.

Ladies’ Miniature Rifle Clubs

Ladies’ miniature rifle clubs were not only connected with the QRA but also with the Queensland Women’s Recruiting Committee

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The museum covers over 150 years of experiences on and off the range. With a balance of army and sport and the role of our community and how they have shaped the sport of target shooting into the 21st century. Visit the museum and book a tour with one of our ‘legends’ who have lived the tales.

QUEEN'S HISTORY

WINNER TAKES IT ALL

The King’s/Queen’s Prize started in England in order to increase the ability of Britain’s marksmen following the Crimean War. Queen Victoria inaugurated the first Queens Prize Shoot (England) in 1860 by offering 250 pounds to the best marksmen in Britain.

Australia’s first Queens was shot in Queensland in 1878.

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Belmont Shooting Complex

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About Us

The Queensland Rifle Association fosters target rifle shooting and firearms training through our clubs. Different classes of rifle shooting are conducted by our Clubs under the Standard Shooting Rules (SSRs) of the National Rifle Association of Australia (NRAA).