As a sporting body that predates Australian Federation our members seek to promote inclusive participation of competitors regardless of age, gender, experience, or skill, and have a keen focus on educating all participants in the safe handling and responsible use of firearms.

Competition in all disciplines is conducted over 300 to 1000 yards or 300 to 900 metres, generally from the prone position at static targets. Some of the more up to date ranges around the state utilise electronic targets and scoring by Visual Display Units