ISSF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

TPA NATIONALS 2027

Australia's Premier Target Pistol Championship

30 April – 7 May 2027
Melbourne International Shooting Club
Port Melbourne, VIC
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Australia's Finest
Take Aim in Melbourne

The 2027 TPA ISSF National Championships brings together Australia's top target pistol athletes to compete at the highest domestic level. Sanctioned by Target Pistol Australia (TPA) and conducted under full International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) rules, this is the definitive test of precision, focus, and technique.

Hosted by the prestigious Melbourne International Shooting Club (MISC) at Port Melbourne — just 4km from the CBD — competitors and spectators alike will experience world-class facilities in a spectacular Victorian setting.

Whether you're a seasoned national-level competitor, a rising junior, or a passionate spectator of Olympic shooting sports, the 2027 TPA Nationals promises an unforgettable championship experience.

Proudly Australian
8 Championship Days
14 Match Disciplines
3 Shooting Distances
1955 MISC Founded

Match Program

14 matches across Open, Junior/Youth, WSPS Para Sports and Mixed Teams — 10m, 25m & 50m ranges

Open Matches
50m · $24

50m Pistol

Classic long-range precision. 60 shots in 150 minutes — the ultimate test of stillness and focus.

OpenDay 3
25m · $24

25m Rapid Fire Pistol

Five targets, timed strings of 0.4s–8s. Olympic discipline — explosive speed & precision.

Men's OpenDays 3–4Olympic
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol Men

60-shot qualification, top 8 advance to dynamic electronic final. Olympic discipline.

Men's OpenDay 5Olympic
25m · $24

25m Pistol Women

Combined precision (30 shots) and rapid-fire (30 shots) phases. Olympic discipline.

Women's OpenDay 5Olympic
25m · $24

25m Pistol Men

Combined precision and rapid-fire. 60 shots across two phases at 25 metres.

Men's OpenDay 8
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol Women

60-shot qualification, electronic final. Indoor range. Olympic discipline.

Women's OpenDay 6Olympic
25m · $24

25m Standard Pistol

Three-phase timed discipline shot at 25 metres. Three distinct string durations.

OpenDay 6
25m · $24

25m Centre Fire Pistol

Precision and rapid-fire phases with centre-fire calibre. Open to all eligible competitors.

OpenDay 7
Junior / Youth Events
25m · $24

25m Pistol Junior/Youth

Combined precision and rapid-fire at 25m for junior and youth competitors.

JuniorU21
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol Junior Women

60-shot air pistol qualification with final for junior/youth women.

Junior WomenDay 6
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol Junior Men

60-shot air pistol qualification with final for junior/youth men.

Junior MenDay 5
50m · $24

50m Pistol Junior/Youth

Long-range precision event for junior/youth competitors at 50 metres.

JuniorDay 3
25m · $24

25m Rapid Fire Junior/Youth

Timed rapid-fire strings at 25 metres for junior and youth shooters.

JuniorDays 3–4
25m · $24

25m Standard Pistol Junior/Youth

Three-phase timed event for junior/youth. Three distinct string durations.

JuniorDay 6
WSPS — World Shooting Para Sports
50m · $24

50m Pistol P4

Mixed gender para sports event at 50m. Final held if sufficient entries received.

WSPSMixedDay 3
25m · $24

25m Pistol P3

Mixed gender para sports event at 25m. Final held if sufficient entries received.

WSPSMixedDay 7
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol P1

Para sports air pistol for men. Indoor range. Final held if sufficient entries.

WSPSMenDay 6
10m · $24

10m Air Pistol P2

Para sports air pistol for women. Indoor range. Final held if sufficient entries.

WSPSWomenDay 6
Mixed Teams & Combined Events
10m · $20/member

10m Air Pistol Mixed Teams

Team event with male and female members competing together at 10 metres.

TeamsDay 3$20/member
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Masters & Veteran Classes

Age-category medals for Masters (45+) and Veterans (60+) across all Open disciplines.

Masters 45+Veterans 60+All Ranges
ALL
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Presentation Dinner

Championship presentation dinner — celebrate with fellow competitors and officials.

$65.00Day 8All Welcome

Entry Fees: Adult Registration $27.50 · Junior/Youth Registration $16.50 · Each match $24.00 · Presentation Dinner $65.00. All prices inclusive of GST. Open and Junior events entered together attract a single match fee. Register now →

Event Schedule

Eight days of elite competition — 30 April to 7 May 2027

Practice Day 1

Thursday, 30 April — Arrival & Practice

08:00 – 12:00
Equipment Check-in & Inspection All disciplines — Equipment Control
09:30 – 16:00
All Ranges Open for Practice 10m Indoor · 25m Outdoor · 50m Outdoor — All competitors
Practice Day 2 / Opening

Friday, 1 May — Practice & Opening Ceremony

09:30 – 13:00
All Ranges Open for Practice 10m Indoor · 25m Outdoor · 50m Outdoor — All competitors
13:00 – 14:00
National Opening Ceremony MISC Main Range — All competitors and officials
14:30
Technical Meeting MISC Clubhouse — Team Captains' briefing · All team captains required
Competition Day 1

Saturday, 2 May — 25m Rapid Fire · 50m Pistol · 10m Mixed Teams

Morning
25m Rapid Fire Pistol — 1st Half Open & Junior — 25m Outdoor Range
Morning
50m Pistol — Open & Junior 50m Outdoor Range — 60 shots in 150 min
Morning
50m Pistol P4 (WSPS Mixed) 50m Outdoor Range · Final if sufficient entries
Afternoon
10m Air Pistol Mixed Teams 10m Indoor Range — Team event
Late Afternoon
Presentations: 50m Pistol · 50m Pistol P4 · 10m Mixed Teams MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Competition Day 2

Sunday, 3 May — 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Final

Morning
25m Rapid Fire Pistol — 2nd Half Open & Junior — 25m Outdoor Range
Afternoon
25m Rapid Fire Pistol — Final 25m Outdoor Range — Top finalists
Late Afternoon
Presentations: 25m Rapid Fire Pistol MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Competition Day 3

Monday, 4 May — 10m Air Pistol Men · 25m Pistol Women

Morning
10m Air Pistol Men — Open & Junior 10m Indoor Range — 60-shot qualification
Morning
25m Pistol Women — Open & Junior 25m Outdoor Range — Precision & Rapid phases
Afternoon
10m Air Pistol Men Final 10m Indoor Range — Top finalists
Afternoon
25m Pistol Women Final 25m Outdoor Range — Top finalists
Late Afternoon
Presentations: 10m Air Pistol Men · 25m Pistol Women MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Competition Day 4

Tuesday, 5 May — 10m Air Pistol Women · 25m Standard Pistol

Morning
10m Air Pistol Women — Open & Junior 10m Indoor Range — 60-shot qualification
Morning
10m Air Pistol P1 & P2 (WSPS) 10m Indoor Range — Para sports mixed classification
Morning
25m Standard Pistol — Open & Junior 25m Outdoor Range — Three timed phases
Afternoon
10m Air Pistol Women Final 10m Indoor Range — Top finalists
Afternoon
10m Air Pistol P1 & P2 Final If sufficient entries — Top finalists
Late Afternoon
Presentations: 25m Standard Pistol · 10m Air Pistol Women · 10m P1 & P2 MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Competition Day 5

Wednesday, 6 May — 25m Centre Fire · 25m Pistol P3

Morning
25m Centre Fire Pistol — Open & Junior 25m Outdoor Range — Precision & Rapid phases
Morning
25m Pistol P3 (WSPS Mixed) 25m Outdoor Range — Para sports classification
Afternoon
25m Pistol P3 Final If sufficient entries — Top finalists
Late Afternoon
Presentations: 25m Centre Fire Pistol · 25m Pistol P3 MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Competition Day 6 / Closing

Thursday, 7 May — 25m Pistol Men · Presentation Dinner

Morning
25m Pistol Men — Open & Junior 25m Outdoor Range — Precision & Rapid phases
Afternoon
Presentations: 25m Pistol Men MISC Clubhouse — Medal presentations
Evening
Championship Presentation Dinner Venue TBC — $65 per person · All competitors & officials welcome

* Schedule is a draft and subject to change. Exact daily start times will be confirmed in the official Championship Bulletin. WSPS finals subject to sufficient entries. All times AEST (UTC+10).

Melbourne International
Shooting Club

Commonwealth Games Venue · Est. 1955

MISC is Australia's premier urban shooting complex — a world-class facility that hosted the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games and 2005 Deaflympics shooting events. Located just 4km from Melbourne's CBD, it offers international-standard ranges in an accessible location.

10m Indoor Range Air pistol & rifle — climate controlled
25m Outdoor Range Pistol & rapid fire — electronic targets
50m Outdoor Range Free pistol & precision events
Clubhouse & Facilities Canteen, equipment storage, secure armoury
Free Parking Ample off-road car parking on site
Secure Armoury Licensed storage for visiting competitors
120-128 Todd Road, Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Between Go-Kart Track & GMH Gate 7 · 4km from Melbourne CBD
(03) 9646 3976 Melbourne International Shooting Club
120-128 Todd Road, Port Melbourne VIC 3207

Travel & Transport

MISC is conveniently located 4km from Melbourne CBD with multiple transport options

By Car

From the CBD take Lorimer St west to Todd Rd in Fisherman's Bend / Port Melbourne. Ample free on-site parking is available.

  • ~10 min from CBD
  • Free on-site parking
  • Enter via Todd Road

By Tram

Route 109 (Port Melbourne Beach tram) runs directly to Bay Street, Port Melbourne — a short walk to the club.

  • Route 109 from CBD
  • Alight at Bay St stop
  • ~15 min walk to club

From the Airport

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is approximately 30km from the venue. SkyBus connects to the CBD; taxis and rideshare services are available.

  • ~35 min by car/taxi
  • SkyBus to CBD then tram
  • Rideshare available

Interstate Travel

Melbourne is well-connected by air from all major Australian cities. Regular flights from Sydney (1hr), Brisbane (2.5hr), and Perth (4hr).

  • Flights from all capitals
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
  • Book early for best fares

Tip for competitors with firearms: Ensure your Transport Permit is current prior to travel. Interstate visitors should contact MISC directly on (03) 9646 3976 to arrange armoury storage upon arrival.

Accommodation

Selected options within 10km of MISC — all accessible without freeway tolls

From $150 / night · ~4km from MISC

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Southbank · ~4km from MISC · ~10 min drive

Modern Marriott-brand hotel in vibrant Southbank. Direct, non-freeway route to MISC avoids CBD gridlock. Close to Melbourne's arts and dining precinct.

Non-Freeway Route Paid Parking Southbank Location
From $165 / night · ~4km from MISC

Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank · ~4km from MISC · ~10 min drive

Premium serviced apartments — ideal for the full 8-day championship. Fully equipped kitchens give athletes full control of competition-week nutrition.

Serviced Apartments Full Kitchen Extended Stay
From $190 / night · ~4km from MISC

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf · ~4km from MISC · ~10 min drive

Waterfront hotel with stunning Yarra River views. Full facilities including pool, gym and restaurant. Non-freeway route to MISC.

Pool & Gym Restaurant Paid Parking
From $185 / night · ~5km from MISC

Quest Docklands

Docklands · ~5km from MISC · ~12 min drive

Serviced apartment hotel in Melbourne's Docklands. Self-contained apartments suit teams and extended stays. Non-freeway access to MISC.

Serviced Apartments Self-Contained Non-Freeway Route
From $185 / night · ~6.5km from MISC

Hyatt House South Melbourne

South Melbourne · ~6.5km from MISC · ~15 min drive

Contemporary extended-stay hotel in vibrant South Melbourne. Limited onsite parking (additional offsite available). Non-freeway route to MISC.

Extended Stay Limited Onsite Parking South Melbourne
From $135 / night · ~5km from MISC

Crest on Park Apartments

46 Park St, St Kilda West · ~5km from MISC

Excellent value self-contained apartments with free onsite parking — a rare find near Melbourne's inner west. Great choice for competitors with equipment vehicles.

Free Parking Self-Contained Best Value
From $245 / night · ~9km from MISC

Punthill Williamstown

Williamstown · ~9km from MISC · ~20 min drive

Newly refurbished (2026) apartment hotel in historic Williamstown. Beautiful bay-side location. Note: route to MISC may use Citylink — check navigation.

Refurbished 2026 Onsite Parking (fee) Bay Location
From $195 / night · ~9km from MISC

Nightcap at Millers Inn

Altona · ~9km from MISC · ~20 min drive

Budget-friendly pub-hotel option in Altona with free onsite parking. Great for competitors who prefer a relaxed local atmosphere. Note: may use Citylink — check route.

Free Parking Budget Option Pub Hotel

Booking advice: All options except Punthill Williamstown and Nightcap at Millers Inn allow a non-freeway route to MISC, avoiding peak-hour gridlock. Prices shown are indicative from rates — book early as late April/early May is busy in Melbourne. A preferred-rate block booking code will be published in the official Championship Bulletin.

How to Register

01

Check Eligibility

Competitors must hold a current TPA / Pistol Australia membership and a valid firearms licence for their state or territory. Junior competitors must have parental consent.

02

Register Online

Complete the official registration form on this site. Select your discipline(s), enter your details and submit. Payment will be processed by the organising committee on confirmation.

03

Equipment Declaration

All equipment must be declared at registration. Competition pistols and equipment are subject to ISSF technical inspection on arrival at the venue.

04

Travel Arrangements

Arrange your transport, accommodation, and firearms transport permit. Interstate competitors should contact MISC to arrange secure armoury storage.

Registrations Now Open

Ready to Compete?

Register directly on this site. Entries close Friday, 28 March 2027.

Entry Fees 2027 (incl. GST)

Adult Registration $27.50
Junior / Youth Registration $16.50
Per Match Entry $24.00
Team Event (per member) $20.00
Presentation Dinner $65.00

Open + Junior events entered together attract a single $24.00 match fee. All fees include GST.

Register Now Pistol Australia Website

Questions? Contact the Championship Organising Committee:

Melbourne International Shooting Club
(03) 9646 3976
120-128 Todd Road, Port Melbourne VIC 3207

Results

Live and final results will be published here during the championship

Results Coming Soon

The 2027 TPA ISSF National Championships will be held 30 April – 7 May 2027. Live scoring and official results will be posted here as events conclude.

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