New members are welcome to join us to participate in the exciting sport of target pistol shooting. Pistol shooting is a safe and stimulating sport for all ages from 11 years old and up. The rules and regulations for obtaining and holding a firearms license, are governed by the Queensland Police Service under the Weapons Act and not by the City of Brisbane Pistol Club.
Prospective new member information evenings are held 1st Tuesday of each month at 7pm in the clubhouse.
Steps to apply
If you are an existing QLD category A/B licence holder, start from step 2.
If you are an existing QLD category H licence holder, start from step 3.
If you are transferring from interstate, make sure you refer to the “Transferring to COBPC” page to determine the process you need to follow.
Step 1:
Apply for a “Statement of Eligibility” (also known as QP515) from Queensland Police in person. You will need to fill out the Queensland Police Application form before you attend a police station.
Once you have submitted the application at a police station, you will receive your “Statement of Eligibility” in the mail. This is the document we need as part of your new member application.
Duration: A few weeks
Step 2:
Attend a Weapons Safety Course for category H weapons. This is typically a half day course with an theoretical component, and a practical component that is completed at an approved shooting range. Courses are run by third-party training providers. Find out more about Weapons Safety Course.
City of Brisbane Pistol Club cannot accept your application until you have supplied your certificate of completion from your Weapons Safety Course.
Please Note: Your statement of attainment must be less than 12 months old when you apply for your licence.
Duration: As soon as you can complete a course and obtain your certificate of completion
Step 3:
Download the character references form, and ask 2 people that have known you for at least 2 years to complete them. COBPC not accept references from family members.
Duration: As soon as you can obtain the 2 character references
Step 4:
Collect all supporting documentation to start your New Member Application. You need to supply scanned copy of:
- Category H Licence (if applicable)
- Category A/B Licence (if applicable)
- Character reference 1 (the club will not accept family member declaration)
- Character reference 2 (the club will not accept family member declaration)Passport quality photo for your ID tag
- Parental consent letter (for applicants under the age of 18)
In addition, unlicensed applicants will need to supply scanned copy of:
- Statement of eligibility (QP515) as supplied to you by Queensland Police in the mail (Not applicable if you have Cat A/B licence)
- Statement of attainment for Cat H (approved weapons safety course)
- Drivers licence / Passport
If you are transferring from another club, you will need to supply scanned copy of:
- Letter from your current club stating you are a current financial member
- Your participation record from past 12 month
Duration: As soon as you collect all the required documents
Step 5:
Start your online application process!
Please Note:
- You will not be able to submit the form without attaching all required supporting documents.
- COBPC will not process incomplete new member applications. You will be required to resubmit a new, complete application as this forms your declaration to the club.
Duration: Online application will take around 10 minutes to complete
Step 6:
Once your application has been approved, you will be invited to attend an Induction Session (usually held on the first Saturday morning of each month). You will be briefed on range and safety procedures and have the opportunity to try out some of the different pistols available.
We will also email your Member Portal information where you can select different membership options.
Duration: Up to 1 month
In total, it will take approximately 2 months to gather necessary forms and complete required courses to complete your new member application and attend a club induction.
Please Note: New members wishing to participate in club IPSC matches must complete the IPSC Development Program.
More about Licensing can be found on the Queensland Police website.
Read more about your first pistol.