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Australia's premier Olympic Discipline shooting Competition, the Australasian-Pacific 'Grand Prix", which was conducted at Bris- who attended. Well done Roma. bane Gun Club between 20th and 27th February, attracted over 170 shooters from throughout Australia and from 10 overseas RUSSELL DOES IT AGAIN! countries. Amongst the overseas contingents was one of the strongest teams his name. Shooting in Lima, Peru. Russell shot a score o ever to come to Australia from the United States and comprised a 1461150 to take out the title. He then teamed with Glen team from the U.S. Shooting Team and also a very strong team Kable and Nathan Cassells to win the silver medal in the from the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Fort Benning in teams event. In the Double nap Russell, Nathan and Georgia, who confirmed the belief that the Brisbane "Grand Prix" Adam Vella won the silver medal also in the team event. competition is amongst the best competitions currently available anywhere in the World. WAGGA WAGGA UPDATE It is hoped that by the time you read this column, we will have commenced the construction of the new ofiice. Our only holdup to date has been official red tape within the Wagga Wagga Council hut this has now been sorted out. We hope that by the Skeet Nationals later in the year, our ofiice will be well and truly open for business. WORLD DTWGRAND AMERICAN Time is almost up if you are still undecided as to whether you will make either one, or both, these once in a lifetime shooting trips. Ifyou wish to shoot in the World DTL the CPSA have set aside some 120 places for International shooters. Entry forms, information and Application for Firearms Permit can be found on the CPSA's web site on the internet. Travel information and bookings can be made with Don ALLCHURCH of Tourplanners Australia on 08 8556 2533.

Many shooters come to me with complaints about current Rules, in particular, the Handicap. A number of years ago the National Executive put forward that there would not be a rule change for a specific period -in fact 5 years. The immediate response from all was that this was a great idea. However, in a very short period of time Competitors from the U.K., Japan, Austria, Czech Republic, there were many requests for changes to a number of the Lebanon, France, Spain, New Zealand and USAcame to Brisbane to help make the 99 "Grand Prix" the most successful yet con- Rules. I guess it is human nature to want this, so the ducted in its 5 year history. Rules committee then continued to make changes as they were requested. The committee continues to assess In addition to the 99 competition attracting so many class com- and make change where they believe it necessary, hoping petitors, this year the event took on a ncw look with the conduct- it will lead to more enjoyable and competitive competi- ing of a new format Australian Open event in Trap, Skeet and tion to the satisfaction of most. When considering the Double Trap and also the worlds first ever conducting of a 'skins' changes, one fact continues to come out - the change event in all three disciplines. requested in most cases has been tried before and was Added support from Kemen Australia, Rio Oceania, Olimpyc found not to work. Targets, Winchester, Borhaghi Cartridges and Carlton United Despite this we are continually criticised for specific Breweries also ensured that the competition would he the success rules and asked to fix this one or do something about that everyone has come to expect of it since first being conducted that one. I have no problem with this - all I ask is if you in 1995. By arrangement with Rio Oceania, each Grade and want to criticise, as least give us the solution at the same Section Winner throughout the entire competition would be pre- time so all shooters can benefit. sented with a case of 500 Rio Cartridges in each Championship. In all 60 cases of cartridges were to be presented during the Grand Prix.

'age 2 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 Tony Houselander, Tony Kidman, Len Norman, Col Boyd, Greg Newey, Terry Morony, Craig Smith, Dot Trindall, Carol Ogden, Ross Tipler and the many others who did so much, not only before the competition, but also during the event. Without the assistance of so many indi- viduals, the Australasian-Pacific 'Grand Prix' would not enjoy the outstanding success that it does today and to he rated as Australia's most important international Olympic Discipline clay target shooting competitian. After unofiicial practice was offered for a few days, the competition got under way on Satur- day 20th February with the first ever conducting of a clay target "SKINS" event. Designed by the "Grand Prix" Organising Committee to offer a lead in to all major events in conjunction with a Badge Match, the "SKINS" was extremely well received by all who competed and will no doubt eventually establish itself as a popular event in Olympic Trap High Gujns - Brian Mark (veteran), Deserie Bayne* (women), Ben Kelley =lay target shooting circles. (Overall), Rocky Manno (Junior), Dominic Graiioli (International) with Tom Meadows and David Menck IBGCJ.. . Around 40 shooters competed in the "SKINS" event which comprised the normal 3 rounds of 50 With 3 days of Double Trap, offering 450 targets, and 5 days of targets. The first round saw current World Record Holder Richard Olympic Trap and ISSF Slreet providing 425 Targets each, the Faulds of England take the money in the Open section of the first competition was considered by all in attendance, especially those round, while Rocky Manno of SA International took the Interme- visiting from overseas to be an extremely good competition and diate Section. Richard Faulds again took the honors in round two worthy of making the effort to attend. with Steven Robertson takine the intermediate. Richards orize- With the of the teams, the of the field money far the first two round; 4760. Round three went to idam included have won at every possible Vella of Frankston while Rocky Manno again took the money in level Olympic G~~~~,world Championships, world Cup the Intermediate giving hinl $240 for the event. In all, $1500 was world Cups, G~~~~ and anything thing paid out to shooters in the event - good money for a few hour work else worth mentioning. This must surely be a record for a compe- (Or enjoyment'. titiun in Australia easily out doing the standard of competitors 150 Target Double Trap "Skins" Badge Match: OIA: A Vella attending World Championships in 1991 and the World Cup in (Frankston) 1281150;AA: R Faulds IUK) 1251150;A: J Tonna (Wcr- ribee) 1091150; B: S Robertson (Silkwood) 1041150; C: R Seiko (Japan) 951150; LAD: A Roberts (Melbourne) 1201150: JNR: R Manno 1S.A) 1101150; VET: H Strauss (Austria) 991150; INTERNATIONAL: D Grazioli (USA) 1241150. Day two saw the conducting of the first major competition, the Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix" in Double Trap. The scene was now set for two days of extren~elytough compe- tition with this event and the inaugural Kemen Australian Open in Double Trap, also over 150 targets. After the first round, Atlanta Olympic Gold Medallist Russell Mark had made his intention clear. Russell carded a good 47150 to set the pace with current World Champion Michael Diamond and Kevin Gill of England both on 44150 along with Steve Haberman the 1995 World Champion. Richard Faulds of England started badly on 39150 and would always find it hard to recover from there, however a 46/50 in round two saw him make up two targets on Russell. Michael Diamond added a handy 45/50 while Adam Vella shot 44 to add to his first round 43 and put him amongst the leaders. Todd Graves, 2nd Shawn Dulohery and 3rd Joe Buffa with Tom Meadows. Aracadio After the completion of round 3, Russell Mark ,vent in Sarriogarre (Kemen) and David Menck. the final first on 1381150 followed bv Diamond 135. Faulds 133. Brisbane in 1997. The scene is now certainly set for Australia to Vella 132 and Craig Tilley and ~ederieBaynes both on 126: ~~~~~j~was again her qualities as a ~~~bl~nap be seen as amongst the Worlds best venues in the lead to the petitor by making the Open final and by being the top qualifier in Olympic Games in Sydney next year. the women's section. In preparation for the competition, the Brisbane Gun Club and 150 Target Double Trap Anstralasian-Pacific "Grand Prix": O/A: R Organising Committee for the "Grand Prix" spent many weekends Mark (Werribee) 1851200,2nd R Faulds (England) 1801200.3rd M preparing Lhe grounds and presenting the facilities to a standard Diamond (NSW) 1781200; AA: A Vella (Frankston) 1321150; A: J considered suitable for any competition anywhere in the World. Tonna (Werribee) 1241150; B: S Robertson (Silkwood) 1161150; C: The three Olympic trap and Double Trap facilities operated R Seiho (Japan)871150; Women: D Barnes (Port Augusta) 1311160; throughout the week long competitian with only a fern minor Junior: V Shaw (New Zealand) 1631200; Veteran H Strauss hiccups, while the two skeet layouts also performed well with (Anstria) 1081150. minor interruptions. Full credits must go to all who made the effort to get everything prepared for the competition. Special At the r~mplrr~onif thc '(:rand l'n*" the p~uct~udingiturned n mention must be made ta the continued efforts of Club President I~trle'11gh:er' liu. tlw conducting of rhe chnriry tam, event, con- Tom Meadows, Organising Committee Secretary Janine Kettels, ducted .n ;md of Urlsb;~nv'sSt ,\r>clrcwsHospir;tl May 1999 Aust~,alinnClay Target Shooting News Page 3 Double Trap Badge Malch winncrs - Adam VeNa, Richard Faulds (UK), Rudolf Slrnad (Czech Rep). Steven Robertson, Riko Seiko (Japan), Ann hfaric Roberls, Hetnnch Strauss (Austria), oominic Grazioli (US), Rocky Manno

Three teams of shooters each representing Perazzi, Kemen and the World Record of 1931200 in this event. Chances were, that this Beretta would compete with the team having the highest com- may he achieved with the field including the current World Record bined score after 50 targets being the victor. The losers would holders, Richard Faulds 1931200 and Michael Diamond 1411150, make a donation to the hospital along with the Brishane Gun Club Russell Mark the current Olympic Champion, Steve Haherman and the Organising Committee. 1995 World Champion, Junior World Champion Nathan Cassells The three teams:. Beretta: R Mark, and N Cassels, Perazzi: M plus World Cup winners Dominic Grazioli, Kevin Gill, Adam Vella Diamond and S Haherman, Kemen: R Faulds and AVella. and many other highly credentialled members of the American and Australian Teams. Atter the completion of a very entertaining round of Double Trap, the Kemen Team of R Faulds and AVella emerged victorious from As wlth the previous event, finals would be condurted in this i:vcnt what was undoubtedly one of the best squads of double trap shoot- f~ropen, uomcn nndjuuior compctito~~i. ers ever to assemble together anywhere in the world. On behalf of Again, Russell Mark started brilliantly shooting 48150 to take the the shooters and those present, John Gilopidis representing early lead over Richard Faulds and David Alcoriza (US) both on Kemen Australia presented Elizabeth Ainsworth-Virtue of St 41150 with Rudolf Strnad (Czech Republic) and Ann Marie Roberts Andrews Hospital with a cheque of $1500 the proceeds of the both recording 46150. In the Junior ranks, Suzie Wndall of afternoons ~raceedings. Showman's was setting the pace from Craig Livingstone of New The final Double Trap event would see the first ever conducting of Zealand and Rocky Manno of International SA, both on 40150, while Heinrich Strauss from Austria, Brian Mark of Werribee, our the.... Kemrn ~~~~~ Anstralian Ooen~ Event. aeain over 150 tareets. - .~ . - - Krmen, through its Australian Distributor, generously offercd to old 'mate' Art Goodman from New Jersey and locals Cam award 3 high quahry Kcnlen Shotgun ru any compctiro~.trreaking McClymont and Col Boyd were doing battle in theveteran section. The Women's section was also seeing a great battle with Theressa Dewitt and Loetta Dement of the US Army Marksmanship Unit both shooting well enough to have the early break on the Olympic Bronze Medallist Deserie Baynes. Russells form didn't falter - he recorded 48 and 49 in his 2nd and 3rd rounds to go into the final in first spot on 1451150. Englishman Kevin Gill (1361150) and Richard Faulds (135) along with David SCRIBANI ROSS1 Alcoriza (US) on 135, Adam Vella (134) and Tom Turner of Cess- nock (131) made up the top 6. shooting 50 targets later, after the final, Russell had equaled the world record 1931200 and failed by one target to take home a new Kemen The world's most powerful trapshooting books! Shotgun. Richard Faulds made a late run with 49150 to take 2nd "Trap Shooting Secrets" and "Precision Shooting - The Trapshooter's Bible" Learn technique, psychology, competition management, ballis- tic, gun iitting and much, much more to list here. Increase your scores! 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Page 4 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 Tonna, Deserie Baynes all had 49s. 125 target Olympic Trap Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix": OIA: R Mark (Werribee) 1471150, 2nd A Vella (Frankston) 1451150, 3rd B Kelley (NSWGC) 1451150; AA: M Herman (USA) 1201125; A: G Kable (Cecil Park) 1201125; B: J Ruffo (Werribee) 1141125; C: A Calvi (Frankston) 104/125; LAD: D Baynes (Pt Augusta) 1411150; JNR: J Ruffo (Wemibee) 1391150; Vet: B mark (Werribee) 1011125. The ISSF Skeet competition of the Australasian- Pacific "Grand Ptix" was also the scene for some great performances. Americans Todd Graves, Joe Baa, Shawn Dulohery and Scott Schroeder along with Ken Okuzumi of Japan all recorded 24125 in the first round to share the early lead, Grave going on with it to finish day one in the lead on 73/75, ahead of Buffa and Dulohery both on 71/75. Australian hopefuls Clive Barton (681, David Cunningham (65) and George Barton (64) all had plenty of work to do on day two. Natasba placing while David Aleorzia's 45 in the final saw him get bronze. Lonsdale was continuing to shoot well, leading the women on 68175, to be well ahead of Natalia Rahman of Frankston on 64 and 150 Target Double Trap Kemen Australian Open. Lauryn Ogilvie of the US on 61. Top juniors for the day were OIA: R Mark (Werrihee) 1931200 EWR; 2nd R Faulds (England) Robbie Marino (Melbourne) on 65 and Jason Maxwell (Illawarra) 1841200; 3rd D Alcoriza (US) 1801200; AA: K Gill (England) on 64. 1361150; A: R Stmad (Czech Rep) 1291150; B: C Livingstone (NZ) Atter a further 50 targets on day two, Todd Graves had first spot 1251150; LAP T Dewitt (USA) 1331160; JNR: C Livingston (NZ) into the final on 122/125, one target ahead of team member Joe 162/150; VET: B Mark (Werribee) 1011150. Buffa with Shawn Dulohery and Clive Barton one further back on After 3 heavy days of Double Trap, the scene was now set for the 1181125. Clive had to get there the hard way shooting a perfect Olympic Trap and ISSF Skeet specialists to do their stuff. Nearly 50150 on day two. Scott Schroeder (US) and Goran Rahman 100 shooters would do battle in the trap and around 40 shooters in (Frankston) made up six for the final, which saw Graves, Buffa the Skeet. Both disciplines were set to produce some great compe- and Dulohery all record perfect 25s while Clive Barton carded 24 tition with the likes of Mark, Diamond, Kelley, Vella and others set for a daily score of 74175, Schroeder and Rahman both had 23s. to be pushed hard by the international visitors such as Kevin Gill 125 target ISSF Skeet Australasian-Pacific " Grand Prix": OIA: J (UK), Dominic Grazioli, Michael Herman, David Alcoriza (US) and Graves (USA) 1471150, 2nd J Buffa (USA) 1441150, 3rd S Duloh- Des Coe (NZ). The skeeties were also sure to find it 'tough-going', ery (USA) 1431150; AA: C Barton (Tamworth) 1181125: A: G but whatever the outcome, the competition was sure to he of great Rahman (Frankston) 1131125: B: N Lonsdale (Geelong) 1131125; C: benefit to the likes of David Cunningham, Clive and George N Hyland (Atherton) 901125; LAD: N Lonsdale (Geelong) 133115% Barton, Craig Meulman and others. The US Team of James (Todd) JNR: R Marino (Melbourne) 1331150. Graves, Shawn Dulohery, Joe Buffa and Scott Schroeder have recorded wins in many of the Worlds major competitions. Todd With the Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix" competitions all com- Graves is probably the only shooter to have ever won World Cups pleted, it was now time for the conducting of the inaugural 200 in all three disciplines -Trap, Skeet and Douhle Trap. Target Kemen Australian Open competitions in both Olympic Trap and Skeet. Kemen (Spain) was represented by Mr Arcadio Sarriu- The first two days of the Trap and Skeet would see the conducting garte who was on hand to present the magnificent cups donated by of the Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix" over 125 targets + final. Kemen to the winners in all three disciplines. Mr Bruce Burns of The Trap competition which was sure to be keenly contested Rio Oceania was also on hand for the presentation of Rio Car- started well with Russell Mark continuing on where he had left off tridges, while Bob Dupuy and Wayne Pilkington represented Win- in the Douhle Trap carding a perfect 25/25 along with Ben Kelley (NSWGC), Craig Henwood (Melbourne), Kevin Gill (England) and I Wayne Pilkingtan (Wemibee). No less than 15 other shooters were one target behind on 24125. Diane Reeves (Normanton) and Deserie Baynes (Pt Augusta) lead the women's section with 23s, while Rocky Manno had the early lead in the Junior division and Art Goodman (USA) on 21/25 was one ahead of Brian Mark in the Veterans Section. At the end of the first day, Tom Turner of Cessnock had grabbed the lead with a near perfect 74175, followed by Russell Mark, Ben Kelley and Glen Kable all on 73. Deserie Baynes was on 68/75 to be one ahead of Lisa Smith, with Suzanne Balogh on 65 and Dianne Reeves on 64175 in the women's section, while Joseph lluffu ufwurribec I~.;lrl tile Joniur.i on 6: 75 ihcnd of Rocky hlanno on fi6 75. Urinn Xiark had .~nvurly 3 rnrzet break on Art C.ia,dm;ln In the Veterans division The final two rounds of the Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix" in Olympic Trap and Tom i\rmer added another 25125 to go through the 100 mark on 991100, but unfortunately faulted in the last round with a 21 and just made the final in last spot on 1201125. Russell Mark scored 50150 for the day to finish on 1231125, Ben Kelley finished with 49/50 for 122, while Michael Herman (491501, The world's best Double Trap shoolers - Russell Mark, AuslraBsisn. Adam Vella (49150) and Glenn Kable (47150) along with Tom pacific "Grand Prix" Double Champion, 2nd -Hibard Faulds (UK, word Turner made up the six. Other great scores for the day included record holder), 3rd Michael Diamond (current tvorld champion). 50150 for Kevin Perkins (Illawarra), while Michael Diamond, Jeff May 1999 Australian Clay Ta rget Shooting News Page 5 ~~

chester, Kevin mnny was there for Olimpyc Targets and George Women's section ahead of Deserie Bavnes while Suzanne~ ~ Baloeh ~ ~~-~ Sckaf of Bomaghi Cartridges was also in attendance. The Organ- took 3rd spot. Brian >lark again ourcl;~sscdrhe Vetrmni, finishing ising Committee are truly appreciative of the support by all spon- ahead of Cnm ?AcC.ynlont and Col Boyd, whllc Rqtky \Innno con- sors and look forward to their assistance at next years "Grand tinued his good form dur~ngthe week tn lnkr !he Junior honors Prix". ;ahu;!d of Cvmg l.,vtngstonc of Ncw %enland 311d >I~cl~ilelFabcr For the first time in many years, Australia was set for the con- ducting of a major competition in Olympic Trap and Skeet over 200 targets. The Kemen Australian Open events in both trap and skeet would be conducted over 2 days with 100 targets each day and finals to be conducted for the top six competitors in the open, women and junior sections. In the Trap event, the competition was expected to be very fierce with many shooters out to impress. The ACTA National Training Squads in all disciplines were in attendance far the enti& compe- tition and all were keen to record good performances to enhance their prospects for National Team selection for the forthcoming World Cups and World Championships. After 100 targets on the first day, Ben Kelley was out in front on 981100, followed closely by Theresa Dervitt of the US Army on 97, Dominic Grazioli 96, Michael Diamond, Russell Mark, David Alcoriza and Brett Dunstan all on 95. Following up in the women's section, Deserie Baynes was on 90 while Suzie Balogh was in third spot on 871100. Craig Livingston of New Zealand was the overnight leader in the Junior division while Brian Mark was again the early leader in the section for the mature aged gentle- man. With plenty to be done with 100 targets to go, many of the top competitors had their work cut-out. Michael Diamond showed his ability atter starting with a 23 to put the next 75 together for a 981100 on day 2 and a final score of 1931200. Ben Kelley recorded 200 Target Olympic Trap Kemen Australian Open: OIA: B Kelley 95 to also finish on 193, while Dominic Grazioli 191, Glen Kable (NSW) 2181225, 2nd M Diamond (NSW) 2181225, 3rd D Grazioli 189 and Adam Vella 188 made their way into the final without (USA) 214; AA: A Vella (Frankston) 1891200; A: G Kable (Cecil complication. Kevin Gill (188) had to survive a shoot off with Park) 1891200; B: R Manno (SA) 1811200; C: F Dervitt (USA) Theresa Dewitt, Brett Dunstan and Daniel De Pietro to take the 2131225; JNR: R Manno (SA) 20Z225: VET: B Mark (Werribee) last spot in the top six. Theresa Dewitt was top placegetter in the 1651200. In the Kemen Australian Open Skeet event, the Americans were again going to be the ones to beat. Todd Graves was really in fine form and continuing on from his victory in the "Grand Prix", Todd recorded 991100 for the first days competition to be in equal first spot with fellow team member Shawn Dulohery also on 99. David Cunningham had a better day finishing an 951100, Joe Buffa and TARGET ASSOCIATION Scott Schroeder were in equal forth spot aRer the first 100 on 93 while Craig Meuleman was an 9Z.100, Lauryn Oglivie from NATIONAL COACHING America was an 91, Lee Bowditch from England was on 90 and Clive Barton had plenty to do again finishing on 891100. GO - ORDINATOR After a further 100 targets, 'bdd Graves was not about to falter. He recorded another 991100 to finish with a brilliant 1981200, 2 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY targets ahead of Shawn Dulohery on 196 while Joe Buffa was QUALIFIED PERSONS WHO WOULD BE INTERESTED IN THE third into the final on 1911200, three targets ahead of Scott ABOVEMENTIONED POSITION. PLEASE NOTE THlS IS NQI A Schroeder who had a 1901200 over the two days. Clive Barton COACHING POSITION SO THE APPLICANT NEED NOT BE A lifted his game shooting a good 981100 on day two to take fifth spot QUALIFIED COACH in the final one target ahead of Lee Bowditch of England. A COPY OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATION IS So, the top six for the final - 4Amerieans, 1Australian and 1Eng- AVAILABLE FROM THE ACTA NATIONAL OFFICE. THlS lishman, and the scores were good again. Todd Graves could only APPOINTMENT WILL BE UNTIL31 DECEMBER 20W manage a 24 to take the overall honors while Dulahrry, Buffa, Schroeder and Barton all carded clean 25s to finish the competi- APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE OF A MAXIMUM 5 PAGES AND tion. Lee Bowditch hung in to finish with (2091225). SHOULD ADDRESS THE JOB SPECIFICATION 200 Target ISSF Skeet Kemen Australian Open: OIA. J Graves (USA) 2221225,2nd S Dulohery (USA) 221/225,3rd J Buffa (USA) PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATION. 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Page 6 Australian Clay Ta ~rgotShooting News Following the completion of the presentations and awards on The second round saw a surprise with no 25s shot in the Open Friday afternoon, the Organising Committee hosted a complimen- section - lbdd Graves and Shawn Dulohery both recorded 24s to tary function at the club for all shooters and friends. The function share the money while Tony Kidman shot 21/25 to take the money was conducted with the assistance of Carlton and United Brew- in the Intermediate section. eries and as a result of the success of this function it will he an on Round 3 and Shawn Dulohery of the US and George Barton both going part of the "Grand Priw" in future years. carded 25s to share the proceeds of the Open division. Brenton Saturday - 27th February, the last day of the 1999 Australasian- Willey again took the money in the Intermediate section. Pacific "Grand Prix" competition and the day many were waiting The final round and the old team ofTodd Graves and Shawn Dulo- for - the conducting of the first ever "SKINS" competition in hery were at it again both shooting clean 25s to take the prize Olympic trap and Skeet. It is believed that this was to he the first money. Again Tony Kidman took the booty in the Intermediate ever "SKINS:" competition ever conducted anywhere in the world section. in Olympic Trap and Skeet clay target shooting. 100 Target ISSF Skeet "Skins:" Badge Match: OIA: S Dulohery In trap, approximately 60 shooters had nominated for the event (USA) 981100; AA. J Graves (USA); A: L Bowditch (England) while around 25 competitors had waited around for the skeet. 881100; B: B Willey (Albury) 891100; C: C Reeves (Normanton) Unfortunately, because the Organising Committee were forced to 711100; LAD: S Balogh (Canberra) 451100. run the "SKINS" last because of travel arrangements made for the Japanese contingent, the Trap and Skeet "SKINS" were last on the The 1999 Australasian-Pacific "Grand Prix" competition has been program but because of the success of the "SKINS" it will he rated by all concerned as the most successful ever. It had taken the rescheduled for next years event. Organising Committee 5 years of hard work to get to the point With 'good dollars' up for grabs in both disciplines, the scene was that it is today and as always we welcome input from all con- cerned. Over the years there has been plenty of constructive criti- set for an enjoyable day where someone was going to make money. cism and we have always listened to everyone's ideas in an effort Trap "Skins" - Round 1 of the Trap event and it wasn't until the to improve the competition. As always we welcome constructive last shooter in the final squad (squad 10) had finished that the assistance from everyone. result was known. Kevin Gill of England, the last shooter of the The Organising Committee would once again like to offer sincere round recorded the only 25/25 to take the first round skin in the thanks to those companies and individuals who supported the Open section, pocketing almost $500. The Intermediate skin of "Grand Prix" and hope that assistance and support will be forth- $300 was shared 21/25 by Katz Futakami (Japan), Masami Kawai coming again in 2000. The Organising Committee of Brisbane Gun (Japan) and Joseph Ruffo (Werribee). Club would again like to thank all shooters who have supported Round 2 and another $500 + $300 un for mabs. This time. 3 x 24's the Australasian-Pacific "Grand Pnlx" again in 1999 and sincerely shared the $500 in rnc Open aeciion :'steve ~a~nes,'Sxthan hope that we will see yon again in Brisbane in 2000, when it is Mcnonnsll and Kevin Gill again. The Intermedtate sectton dollars expected that the "Grand Prix" will he even more successful than all went ta Jer. Herbrccher, a C Grade shooter from Cneclt Rcoub- in past years. lie who shot 21/25. Dauid Menck The 3rd round saw a great result for the field when 4 shooters in Chairman the Open division all recorded 24/25 and again it was left to Kevin Organising Committee Gill the last shooter of the round to force the jackpot, the Inter- mediate section was shared by Osamu Inui (Japan) and Joseph RuRo (Werrihee) both on 22/25. Round 4 and the Open section "Skin" had jackpoted to $1000. Again, there were no 25s. It was leR to Rudolf Strnad, Ben Kelley, Kevin Perkins and Kevin Gill again to record 24\25 and share the jackpot taking $250 each. The Intermediate section was won out- Member Home Club Achieved at Break right by Japanese visitor Isamu Inui on 23/25. hanitakis T Sydney Warren DTL 1M1 100 Target Olympic Trap "Skins" Badge Match: OIA: K Gill Arvanitakis T Sydney The Forest DTL 50 (England) 971100;AA: B Kelley (NSW) 951100;A: N McDonnell (Pt Bacon J Warwiek Warnick DTL 50 Macquarie) 941100; B: B Attard (Monvell) 881100; C: R McNamara Billing B Walmer Walmer TWR 200 Bonella S Cecil Park Cecil Park DTL 50 (Redcliffee)761100; LAD: D Baynes (Pt Augusta) 901100; JNF: J Bourke P Goulburn Goulburn DTL 50 Ruffo (Wenibeel 84/100; VET: A Goodman (USA) 57/75. BoydA Warren Warren DTL 150 Skeet "Skins" - The Skeet Skins also had the making of a good Burton B Naarah D/B 100 Cantali A Cecil Park The Forest DTL 50 eomaetitinn. althoueh the eeneral feeline was that 25s would~- he ' -~~~~~. -~ ~ ~ ~~~~~~- ~~~ ~~~ .. Culley G Cessnoek Cessnoek DTL 50 needed to get any of the money in the open section. Round 1 saw Dun P Townsville Charten Towers DTL 50 Joe Buffa of the USAshoot the only clean 25 to take the money in Fulton P Bothwell Bathwell DTL 50,100 the Open section while Brenton Willey of Albnry~Wodongacarded Haines T NSW NSW SKEET 100 23/35 to win the money in the Intermediate section. Hallam D Bendigo Bendigo DTL 75 Hayes C Tamworth Guyra COW 50 Height Noorah DB 75 House P Bunbury Bunbury DTL 50 Jakson S Denmark Denmark DTL 50 Kirley R Alexandra Alexandra DTL 150 E GATT1 Knight T Bendigo Myamyn CONT 50 Knight T Bendigo Narranderra DTL 50,75,100,150 Malseed B Tyrendarra -ndarra CONT 50,75,100,150 Adjustable Stock Combs Markel B Invercll Guyra DTL 50 MeClensghsn Guyra Guyra DTL 50 MeGillivrsy W Bunbury Bunbury DTL 50 Special fittings for difficult conversions. McPherson G Infracombe Barcaldine DTL 100,150 Mikas C Sydney DTL 50 Fast service. Maorby G Cecil Park SKEET 50 Shields C Coleambally Namanderrs DTL 200,250 Shop 4, No. 10 Hannam St., Cairns, 014.4870 Strike C Cwnamble Coffs Harbour SIB 50 PO Box 402, Westcourt, Cairns, Qld 4870. Sutherland M Hamilton 5rendarra CONT 100 Walden B Eehuea Echuea DTL 200 Phone (07) 4041 2955; Fax; (07) 4031 6554 White R Richmond River Grnfion DTL 50 Xenos W NSW Sydney DTL 50 May 1999 Australian Clay Irget Shooting News Page 7 1999 2 DAY OPEN T SHOOT REPORT

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$1000. In a gesture of good sportsmanship the agreed to decide the winner on a coin toss and the call fell in Ian's favor for overall high gun and the purse, Arthur settled for AA Grade High Gun. Veterans high gun was won by Les Kennedy (Inverell) 2611280. Ladies High Gun went to Cindy McBean (Inverell) 2471280 From left Libbv Vidal. Steve Steenstro~and Roser Vidal. who also took B Grade in the New England Single Barrel and Double Barrel, as well as taking 1st in the Handicap. C Grade High Gun was taken by Glen Anderson (Inverell) who also won 2nd C Grade New England Double Barrel and 50 target Supertrap as well as 1st C Grade 50 target Masters Championship and 1st C Grade New England Single Barrel Championship. B Grade High Gun was won by Michael Hicker (Guyra), A Grade High Gun by Tony Schaefer (Cessnock). Tony also took 2nd A Grade - 30 target Medley, 50 target Super nap & 50 target Masters Championship, as well as 1st AGrade New England Single Barrel Championship. Notable performances by other Juniors were Ben Bloxsome ( Glen Innes), 2nd C grade 30 Target Medley 43150 and Ben Rumbel (Guyra) 2nd C Grade -New England Single Barrel 20125. Harry Somers, Publicity Officer

Ian Merick Wanen Clark Poor light and miserable weather conditions combined to TRAP, SKEET, FIELD MODELS depress overall average scores, nethertheless some good performances were posted. EXTRA BARRELS, ADJ STOCKS ETC. Strong fields of 86 competitors Saturday, and 92 on Sunday NEW & USED GUNS IN STOCK were most pleasing, and included visiting shooters from Darwin, Brisbane, Cobar, Narrabri, Warren, Goondiwindi, Gunnedah, Narromine, Yamba, Coffs Harbour, Grafton, Port Macquarie, Tamworth and the Hunter Valley as well JAMES MlATT MFG as Glenn Innes and Inverell. PO Box 1868, Launceston, Tas 7250 The two most consistent shooters were Ian Merrick (Cobar) and Arthur Turner (Warren), who tied 5 points down over Phone (03) 6331 8285 Fax (03) 6331 8285 the two days on 2751280 for the Overall High Gun Prize of Page 8 Australla" Clay Ta rget Shooting News May 1999 Beretta 682 Gold X Supertrap. Adjustable stock, ported, 30" & 32. '/4 & Full ...... $3450

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May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 9 The weather was overcast hut the rain held off until the end of 25 target Paints score Championship didn't seem to make the shoot shooting at the Cohuna Clay Target Club on Easter Sunday. The secretaries job easier with 11 possibles being shot. Back to the lay Easter spirit was in the air with plenty of Easter Eggs, plenty of outs to decide winners with Brian Walden 2371237 taking out AA kids and plenty of good shooting. grade and overall with mark Vistarini 12U122 second. David Dean Thank you to Mark and Lisa and Ruffell Family Jewellers for your 236/237 was the A Grade winner with Rob RigneY 8u83 in second generous sponsorship for the days events. Your ability with a shot place. grade Camel 96/99 with Smith gun may need some attention hut your skill and precision with your 95/99 second. Belinda Reyne was the C Grade winner with Hardy fine iewellerv is outstandine. McClure second with 68/75. The first event for the dav was the 25 tarrret Ruffell Familv Jew. All the events showed a good mix of Ladies, Juniors and Vets in the shoot offs and the results. Aquick look in the shoot book shows that all grades were evenly contested with the scores showing excellent shooting in all these events. In the three championships shot, only one target was the difference between AA and C Grade winners. good shwting. To decide the overall High Gun for the day it was back to the traps with Mark Vistarini, Steve Reyne and Robert Godfrey sharing the place. Pam Fletcher 24/25 won C grade with an excellent score with Club shooters pool for their perfect day and using more shells to Joanne Dean 27/29 coming second. decide the High Guns honors. Congratulations to Robert Godfrey for The 25 target Single Barrel Championship saw another group of becoming the Cohuna Clay Target Club Easter High Gun Champion "25"shooters shooting off to decide AA and A grades. Greg Hipwell for 1999. We hope to see you on Easter Sunday in 2000 to defend 116/116 and Robert Godfrey 1151116 were the top place getters in AA your title. AGrade High Gun was won by Bob Rigney, B Grade High after an excellent display of accurate shwting. Ken Bmns 97/98 was Gun by Jim Absalom and C Grade High Gun by Brenda Reyne. The the A grade winner with David Dean 25/26 second. Another shoot- ladies High Gun was won by Camel Ford, The Junior High Gun by off and Roddy Lea 25/27 hecame the B grade winner with J Dunn Janod Fletcher and the Vets High Gun by George Smith. The 24/27 in second place. C grade was wan by Ann Paetling 27/28 who encouragement award for the day went to Elleasha Bmwn. was in fine style for this event with Peter Orr 24/25 coming a close Rockies Raffle winnen were Mark Vistarid, Wendy Fletcher and second. Pam Fletcher.

If-~ vou need a rine or cold chain for a soecial occasion then see Ruffell 'fic tension w:,.; mcmntlng 3s several shooters were still in rhe .~~~~~~~ ~ -~ -~ running for the Overall Iligh Gun 'lhlphy $nth purfecr sores. The Farnlly .Icwellrr~in Bendigo or ~e;ang for the perfect gift Mark and Lisa will also make jewcllery to your ~pecificrequiren~ents. 'Thankyou for your sponsorship and panicipntion in our Club. Don't forget to come to Cohuna for good targets, good competition and excellent facilities. See you next shoot. Wendy Fletcher, Secretary.

Mount lsa Gun Club Inc. Sunday 14th Commencing at 9.00 am. Sunday March 14 saw the Mount Isa Gun Club hold its monthly shoot. The conditions where very blight and hot for the shooters. The first event of the day was the 50 target Skeet. A grade was won by Angelo Bertoni with 47/50, B Grade went to Ian Harris with 46/50, and C Grade to Ron Power with 46/50. .Prescription lenses - Bifocal Event Two was 25 Targets Tower. A Grade went to Angelo Bertoni with 22/25. B Grade Mick McGill with 47/50 and C Grade had to Optically clearer! Wear the glasses that be decidedby a shoot off aftcr Ron Porver and .Jim Edmands both Champions throughout the world use. shot 21.25. Powcr emerged the winner with 2&32 Call now for a brochure and price list Event Three was 50 Targets Double Barrel. Ross Walsh, Ted Matthews, Dave Stitt, John Yanko and Rod Maxwell all shot a ACCESSORIES perfect score of 50150, so it was out to the tracks for a shoot OK Walsh eventually won with 118/118. Looks like Ross is in fine form for the Nationals in Rama, at the end of the month. Jim Edmonds won B Grade with 46/50 and C Grade went to Bruce Gaeldner 45/50. The Fourth Event of the day was 15 Pairs Double Rise. Ross Walsh and Rod Maxwell had again shot the same score of 25/30. Walsh EARMOLD AUSTRALIA was the winner again with 34/40. B Grade was won by Jim 511 Quality Court, Wynnvale, SA, 5127 Edmonds with 25/30 and C Grade by Bruce Goeldner with 16/30. Phone: 08 8251 5285, Fax: 08 8251 5159 Good Luck to all the Shooters from the area that are travelling to Roma for the Nationals.

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May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 11 Peel & District Gun Club (Inc) has been a very small operation No one noticed the constant since March 1982 with one layout for trap and skeet. The "Club noise of the generator chugging House" consisted of a sink and fridge surrounded by a three sided along in the background to galvanized tin shed. provide vower till it couehed and sputtered. ?hen people would run from every direction to fill up the fuel tank before it stalled and shooting was held up while it was restarted. This has all changed! Thanks to a grant from the Ministry of Sport & Recreation and the local Murray Shire, loyal members and volunteers working hard on numerous working bee's, and the dogged Mr David Fox, Overail High Gun determination of our and District Single Barrel Arthur Marshal, MLA, secretary to Minister for sporf and recreation presents the cheque Club President, Mr Championship winner to Peel & District Club President Ken Holman. Ken Holman. We now have a wonder- ful Club House, com- plete with kitchen and office, three trap layouts and two skeet. The grounds have changed from scrub to lawn, com- plete with irrigation and silent power - heaven! The ground was off,- cially opened by the Murray Shire Presi- dent Noel Nancar- row and Secretary to the Ministry of Sport, Arthur Mar- Noct Nnncarrow. president of ~urraysh,re at the official opening of grounds. ~romfen sh:>II .lII.A was in to nght: Les Hall, vice president ofcbb; Noel Nancanow, Jim Lilhgow, committee actendance. This was member; Ken Hotman, club president; Arthur Marshall, MLA and Peter Black. Murray Mark Tucker, winner of District - - fullowed by ;I display Shire cooncil. shoot using "colour Points Score Championship.

state Deauville Championship winners, Ffom ien to right: Rob Conning, K. Holman, president and Dave Conning Page 12 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 p~-~ -- -- bomb" targets for a great visual effect. The results from Deauville Doubles were as follows: 1st D Conning & R Conning 18120 and 2nd G Parsoas & G Smith 20123. Our first carnival was held that weekend, (almost seventeen years from the date ofIncorporation) with over 70 shooters from 10 clubs The results of Single Barrel were AA: 1st D Fox 25/25, 2nd R throughout Western Australia competing for the 100 DIB Len Vivante 24125; A: B Humphreys 24/25. 2nd D Skey 25/27; B: 1st J Nangle Shield and the State Deauville Doubles. Turner 22/25, 2nd G Smith 21/25 and C: 1st Lisa hall 19125, 2nd K Taylor 15/25. Peel Club member Greg Walker took the honors in the Len Nangle Memorial Shield with 991100. AA & 01.4: G Walker 991100, 2nd D Results from 25T Paintscore were: M: 1st M Tucker 73/75, 2nd G Fox 9W100; A: V Heard 971100, 2nd M Kosovich 9U100; B: K Kelly 78/81; A: 1st M Kelly 77181, 2nd P Borvles 76/81; B: 1st G Schinrig 931100, 2nd T Booth 921100; C: R Erceg 921100, 2nd N Smith 6W75.2nd M Brown 59/75 and C Grade 1st G Evans 59/75, Atkins 891100. 2nd H Smith 5475. A successful day ended with a eamplimental.y barbecue. Peel & Districts members would like to thank all who attended for making our first carnival such a success and look forward to seeing Thc Srace Deluvillc Doubles wls h:~dsurk fur 311 eompetltur; duc you all again next year. to overcasr conditions and the wind play~dhavoc u:t11 the mrgcta.

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May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 13 Been there, done that, will he back to say the least. Numbers down possibles. Shoot off followed and Bryan Manns from Cobar taking a little on last year, however 144 happy little souls took the tracks honors with a fine 1051105. Far his efforts Bryan won the deep daily. In general the shoot ran smoothly but the normal trap prob- freeze which I'm sure he will put to good use. lems that face every club did occur. However shooters took this in -Event ~--~ three~~~--- the~~-. Single.--~-~. --.-..Ranel 'lhnhv...r.." with. .... 8 possibles. That little fellow Tubhy Blazley again showed the way and was very worried he had won another Victa. Not to be and Tubhy walked away with a gun safe. (Bloody need one of them mate). Well done Tubby. Event four and last for the day the Lower Macquaries Double Barrel Championship. Thirty nine top shoots took the tracks for the shoot off. A couple of P.B recorded and we continued on until tea. Then the lights with 5 remaining. The shoot off did not con- tribute to the late night had by many (reports of 5am finishes) was over inside 25 targets. Ian Merrick the winner with a great 155 straight. Ian seems to always get a win at Warren and this year took home the mower (a much relieved Tuhby) green sash and again a chance to win back his nominations next year hy back to backing this win. Night followed and as stated went into the wee hours. However bleary eyed and all we were The champions at the Lower Macquarie Championships - (backJ Glen Harvey, Glen Casteilaro, underway again on time thanks to the great David Reed and (front) Bob Lisle, Preston Mclntosh, Arthur Turner, Cathy Gaoltand Philip Jackson good faith with some excellent shooting and scores recorded, espe- cially by the juniors who showed some old farts (GKI how its done. Event 1 being a cash divide and allowing shooters to shake the cobwebs got underway on time at 9am, These were 36 possibles to start the day. Event two the Lower Macquarie Point Score Championship with 7

June and Kevin Walton and Glen Csteflsro (centrej who was the winner of the Presidential Trophy.

work of Shoot Marshall John Coaker. The Double Barrel Trophy saw 38 to take the shoot off. Even Glen Castellaro who's eyes were literally bleeding shot the 25 J W Smith another who seems to get victory at Warren out lasted all to win. Jim also won the big gun safe (he has more guns than Tubby). Onto the sixth event the Sinele Barrel Chamoionshio. 7 oossibles. -~ ~ ~~~- ~ . . ~ ~~~~~--. including Clcn igxn with bI~.cd~ngeye.. I'crcr Graham from 1131hut.s~rhc ~1ventuillW~~CI. taking ~llegre<>n sash :and clothes dryer fbr his ctrorrs. I'ete~ camc O, Warrcn lasr year a5 a C Grade Page 14 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 of the 48cm colour T.V. green sash. Rob Fiest in AA. Pressy. Kevin even took second in A Grade. Well done Kevin and many thanks. Here's looking at your next 10 years as president.

great weekend. Arthur Turner with a great score of 3001305 took overall. Closely followed by Glen Castel- laro (more late nights needed Custard) an 2991305 took AA. A very happy Dnryl Rccd A Grade on 2951305, Glen Harvey taking B Grade with a fine 2921305 and Bob Lisle from Lightning Ridge topped off a great weekend to win C Grade 2751305. Ken Fisher (Warren) B Grade ...,.,.-..",inn., Kathy Gault also had a great tussle with Karren and Therese ta win the ladies, Natures gentleman Preston blclntosh the vetor- ans. Just turned 70 and also caught by the handicapper now in M. Great effort Preston. It's shooters like you and the very nice Dominic Bone110 who make our weekend and the hard work getting ready worth while. however the handicapper was hot on his tail and now has him in Phillip Jackson took the juniors agam and topped off a good Ak Congratulations Pete. weekend winning the swag. Pete was clusrly followed by Steve Caltabiano from Orange. Stcvc To all who helpcd, the ladies in the kitchen, great effort, bar staff, commented his second has him closer at last. Libby and Priscilla, Therese and Kay Ofice and backboard, trap- For the firsttime we had the Presidential Point Score Trophy. At pers, referees and scorers, the little band who prepared the last president Kev dug deep and gave a few bob other than slaving grounds and to all who took part in the week end many thanks. his guts out to get the Club ready. A very speclal thanks to Bob Thompson of Condo, home and handyman (Retravision) Condoholin for the great deal on the Tra- phies. I'm sure all agree they were terrific again. It will hr ;canan next yeat. Five culs for Illg? Guns. Chowcri 2nd toilets completed and I will orr:lncs brenk) s n Sund:,y lo hrlp quell rhr ?rrvious nlgh~. Great weekend, great shooting, great friendship, safe keeping till next year JUST BLOODY GREAT!

Steve Csltabianco (Orange) AA Chuck Boyd (Warren) second in Grade winner of the Single Barrel AA Grade. Lower Macquarie Championship. The weekend was getting longer as only 2 possibles. Blood eyed Glen and our nice mate Wayde Hawkins. Glen Castellaro out lasted Wayde to take the lovely tartan sash, Microwave and even smile (first time today) for the camera. Down to the last and one to sort the shooters from the pack in High Guns. The Double Rise Championship and two with a heap of 27's hot on their tail. Rob Brodin President of neighboring lbttenham and C Glodc High Gun winner Bob Lisle (Lightning Ridge) and rho01 local club member Arthur Turner shoot off with Arthur the winner marshal1 John Coaker. May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 15 CIS, Gary Schneider, Peter Anderson D/B PTS & B Grade KG. " Phillip Warren Metway Bank S/B CIS & Stephen Corbett DIB CONT. Then the lad from the bush Frank Robinson D/B CD & OIA, Peter Anderson D/B PTS & OIA HG also good shooting Frank. In B Grade Andv Wood D/B CD. Vince Dollison DIB CD & Herltage Clty D/B c(> Fred hIcCann rChlps) DM CD Gary Albrc~cht D/B CD & Dick Osborne 1)IH CONT In C Grade 'I'revor C~LIIthe onlv C Grade shooter to shoot the D/B CD 2nd has retired on the but took him to Grade. Nice shoot- ing Trevor. There were these two fellow going home from the Pub and took Emma Robinson shot the C Grade Heritage City CIS, took the a short cut along the railway line. They were a bit under the ladies in same event & won OIA Ladies High Gun. Spencer weather. In fact they were more than that, they were soused. Plath won Peter Anderson D/B PTS while Carl Robinson won Well going along the railway line one fellow said, I am sick of the Metway Bank S/B CIS, took Junior in Heritage City DIB going up these steps, are they ever going to finish?. The other CIS & OIA Junior High Gun. Ron Sorhti took Veteran in the fellow said" I don't mind the steps but why did they put the Heritage City D/B CIS Event while new member Chris hand rails so low! (Think ahout it). Baldwin won C grade D/B CONT. Again without taking an event Allen Joblin knocked over C Grade High Gun and This lady had a heart attack and her spirit went straight to thanks for cooking the steaks Allen. heaven and the Lord said "I don't want you up here just yet, you have another thirty or forty years yet, so slip back'down Being fine for the last two events spirits lifted and shoot fin- before they miss you!' The Doctor said, "I thought you had ished on a good note. gone, but you seem one hundred percent now". So the lady said Now if you are feeling a bit up and down our May shoot will can I go home and the Doctor said I would like to keep an eye suit you as it is lOOT D/B Continental 1-2-3 each Grade and on you for a few days yet. So the lady knowing she had thirty Frank those four targets you dropped for the day are being or forty years said Doctor while you are keeping an eye on me dried and you can pick them up next shoot. could you do some improvements?. So the Doctor said what do you want done?. So the lady said I would like a face lift, my On Tuesday 2nd March we had good TV coverage even when lips filled out, my nose straightened, my hoobs lifted and that announcing what sport was coming they had Clay Target in spare tyre around my belly taken off. So rubbing his hands back ground. We are getting spoilt. Next day 3rd, the bihle together he said "sure this can be done". So after a week the arrived and contents said MTB Page 7, so turning to page 7 lady was very pleased and left the hospital, as she was leaving found it was GI0 Sponsorship, hut there on Page 52 was MTB. she was hit by a truck and died. When she got to heaven she My ratings must of slipped. said, Lord you said I had thirty or forty years left and here I Ted Turton rang and told me he is off to Brisbane for more am again, and the Lord said please forgive me, I didn't recog- treatment but can now hold his gun and gave me a tip he has nise you. just bought a new gun hefore his accident and it didn't fit the 28-2-99 MARYBOROUGH best, but now after the smash it fits OK. So if your gun doesn't HERITAGE CITY SHOOT (IN THE RAIN) fit don't fix the gun, go out and have a smash. Best of luck in Brisbane Ted with your treatment. Well it did rain, but there was this fellow born on the land of the big white cloud and he is used to rain, then there was this BUNDABERG 21-2-99 MID MONTH SHOOT. lad from the bush and they have droughts for years and he 50T DIB AA Crnde. 1st Led Moore. A Grade 1st Gino Sergia- didn't know what rain was. So both shot like troopers in the comi, 2nd John Huttcrs. B Grade 1st Jort.sd Smith, 2nd Hruce rain. W:ilkcr, C Crnde 1st 1511 Hnneoherg, 2nd Ryan I-Iowie. Thanks to Helen Armstrong, Kay Bulfin & Heather in the BUNDABERG 7-3-99 kitchen, Holly in the office and thanks to our shoot Marshall's

Thanks Kave for results. Results~ ~ of~- shoot~ in AA Grade. in the rain. We had the return of Allen and Troy Harris who .~-~- --...... last shot with us in 1998. Welcome hack. Also new members Stafford Smith PTS, Peter ~inzen15PR Dm, while Rob Chris Baldwin, Kilkivan in company with Stephen Corbett Rehbein took D/B CD, OA & AA S/B CIS & OA HG. In A Grade from South Africa who will be living in Kilkivan and shooting Judd Clarke took ETS. Tim Gardner S/B CIS. Gino Serciocomi. Brad Peterson & rank Rohinson shared DIB CD & rank with us. Ashoot wouldn't be a shoot without visitors. We thank took 15 PR DB. In B Grade Jarrad Smith won 15PR DB & them for turning up on such a wet day. Thank you all. Emma, Brian Fourro cleaned up D/B CD, PTS SIB. Good shooting Carl &Frank Robinson, Ken Vicary Central Burnett, Sylvia & Bill Edgerton, Lex Stolberg, Glen Durre, Gary Albrecht Brain. In C Grade Doug Baggley won S/B CIS while Bill Hanenbere also cleaned UD with D/B CD. PTS & 15PR DR. Gympie, Jeff Fett and Greg Manning Sunshine Coast, Allan Bundy shoot 6th May skeet Unm, 'l'rip i2.00pm ITS, D/B CJS, Olsen Emerald, Brad Peterson, Bruce Walker, Spencer Plath, Grsded HCP & CONT. Brian Fourro, Jarrad Smith Bundy, Todd & Lyle Vidler, Chipps McCann, Gary Schnieder, Rob Crawford Kingaroy, Gary GYMPIE 14-3-99 Redmond, Phillip Warren & Craig Smith Brisbane and Irvine Thanks Wal for the results. Glad you didn't get the big A this Wynyard, TLGC. Hope that I got the lot. time. Visitors from Bundaherg, Maryborough, Sunshine Coast, Well back to the fellow from the land of the long white cloud & Mundubhera. One Shooter who was pleased he went was Allen the lad from the bush who relished the wet conditions and took Joblin (Mary) who drew the jackpot and shot it being $169 most events. As follows in AA grade, Glen Durre D/B CD, T better off. Good shooting Allen. In AA Grade Phil1 Grove took Golding D/B CD, Jeff Fett D/B CD, Stafford Smith D/B CD & D/B & S/B while Glen Durre took PIS, DB& AA HG. Back to 1st in Peter Henderson PTS. Irwin Wynyard the fellow from your old self Wal. In A Grade Bill Stolberg D/B, Kevin Howard the land of the long white cloud D/B CD, Heritage City DIB DIR & Frank Robinson FTS, SIB &A Grade HG. In B Grade CIS, OIA Metway SIB CIS, OIA DIB CONT & AA HG. Good Jarrad Smith Dm, Bill Edgerton PTS and hack in B Grade shooting Irvine. With Gary Redmond D/B CONT & Paul George Foster PTS, DIR & B Grade HG. While C Grade went, Anderson OlAin Heritage City DL3 CIS &AAin Metway Bank Sylvia Edgerton PTS & SB, while Allen Joblin took D/B, DB S/B CIS. In A Grade Greg Manning D/B CD and A Grade HG. and C Grade HG. Some good shooting on the day hut Wal says Norm Dale D/B CD & Vet HG. Brad Peterson Heritage City it is the easy targets, best in Aust?

Page 16 Australian Clay 7Carget Shooting News May 1999 Well, May is a busy month for Gympie. On May 9th, Sam start this year. A big thanks to Allen Johlin who hosted our first cluh they hold the Gold City One Day which you can win a "Rizini" BBQ for members to get to know one another. With twenty on HCP. Then on May 30th, 10.30 start they hold the Police nine it was a great night. Thanks to our kitchen ladies Kaye, Gun Club Shoot, a big month shooting for Gympie. Molly & Heather and Holly in the office. Trevor Cecil took off the quickie board scotch & Bill Stolberg shot the jackpot $100, MARYBOROUGH 28-3-99 good shooting Darrell. Results of the shoot. We didn't shoot AA With our President and top shooters at the Nationals we had a because of lack of AA shooters, so shot ABC. In A Grade Pat perfect day, which should have been our one day shoot, but Burke & Norm Dale shared the Dm. Peter Shavr took OA & A altered it to work in with Nationals. But still had a good turn in SIS CIS. Gino Ser~acomithe H'Cap and Ian Robertson D/R up and good shoot thanks to our visitors. Pat Burke Caboolture &AGrade HG. In B grade Chris Post S/B CIS, Andy Wood 2nd who shot with us about three years ago good to see your wife HC while Jarrad Smith won DIS, DiR & B Grade KG. In C and yourself Pat, also Brian Guthrie Toogoolawah, thanks for grade our new member Lee Taylor D/B, Darrell Iiing S/B, CIS coming with regulars Chris and Matthew Post & Lex & Bill while Allen Joblin stole 3rd WCap D/R & C Grade HG. Stolberg Gympie, Gino Sergiacomi, Spencer Plath & Jarrad Smith Bundy also thanks for coming. We also had Ian Roberts Don't forget we shoot 23rd May 1OOT CONT. and Paul Holder of Tiaro & District Sports Club. Pleased to Good shooting to all till next t~mesee yon at the shoots. meet you. A late welcome to Lee Taylor who joined our Club Lost Bird

p~~~ p~~ p~ SYDNEY 2000 - YOUR INVITATION TO OLYRlPIC SHOOTING One of the proudest moments of any sports person's career shooting program, provides the first gold medal opportunity is winning an Olympic gold medal. At the 1996 Olympic on 16 September. Games in Atlanta, two Australian clay target shooters, Michael Diamond and Russell Mark, experienced this Interested in witnessing Olympic shooting history in Aust- moment. Both regard their experience as unforgettahle. ralia? If so the next step is easy. Just call the SOCOG Sports Dual Olympian Michael Diamond rememhers the thrill of Pass: Shooting telephone line on (02) 9297 4040 to have a winning Australia's first gold medal at Atlanta, in the Trap Shooting Sports Pass order form sent out to you. But don't event. delay! This 'early bird' offer closes on 30 May. "I always regard competing at the Olympic (3ames as an Alan Maher, Competition Manager-Shooting honour and a privilege" said Diamond. "Being part of the team at Barcelona and Atlanta, winning gold at the latter, showed me that all those lone hours of oractice are reallv worth it. I woulddt trade the thhll of competing and winnidg at such an elite level for anything." Triple Olympian Russell Mark, who won Australia's second - Vale gold medal of the Games in Double Tra~.recalls how he felt &st as the gold medal was placed around his neck after his John Graham Langridge (Graham) triumph at Atlanta. "I looked hack into the crowd and saw an Australian flag It is with deep sorrow we advise the passing of Graham, a waving defiantly in the breeze. It made me proud to he an member of the former Harcourt Gun Cluh and one of the Aussie and proud to have achieved so much for our country. I'd Founding Members and Life Member of the Castlemaine Gun love to do the same again in Sydney in front of a home crowd. Club. That would be the best result ever for me." If it wasn't for this mans love of his shooting, his family and 1f you agree that the thought of seeing more Australians their support, we would not have the Club and facilities we achieve medal success at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games is have and enjoy today and the things to do list that goes with something to get excited about, here's your chance to turn it. thought into deed. Tickets for all Olympic sporting events go on sale to the public on 30 May this year. However as a shoot- He gave so much to all of us. ing fan, you have the chance to be first to purchase one of a Thank Yon limited number of Shooting Sports Passes. Sympathy to Grahams family. A Shooting Sports Pass entitles the holder to entry at the Castlemaine Gun Club Svdnev International Shootine Centre on each of the eieht days o? competition for $480. This is priced at a premiumon the combined face value of the individual tickets, hut you are guaranteed a ticket for every day of the competition. What an opportunity to share the Olympic spirit and support an event

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Sydney International Shooting Centre, a truly magnificent 24G & 286 shooting venue, will host the first medal event of the Sydney Games. Women's Air Rifle, the first event on the Olympic May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 17 Members of the now 'officially' combined clubs of Monarto and Club President, P Hendy take honours after shooting the only Alexandra kept their fingers crossed, hoping for a reasonable perfect score of 75/75. This event was shot in conjunction with turnout of shooters following the clashing of dates with the Shell Team shoot and I hate to say it, but the team from Barmera Gun Club who were hosting part of the Rivedand 'that Club:', away to the south of us, did it again and for the Masters Games. second time that day, took away one of our treasured team tro- Well our numbers were not great, but enthusiasm and rivalry phies. Team members again were Schubert, Higgins, shown among those present helped to make the weekend a Hamann, K Ielasi and AFriebel -this time shooting a score of great success. we had a scattering ofvisitors from ~~l~~~d~~,120/125. We aren't really mad, on the contrary, it sometimes Meningle, Strathalbyn, Goolwa and Adelaide as well as those pays to get beaten - it spurs us On to do better next time. closer to home - those Clubs represented being Mount Fingers crossed again, this time hoping that the rain that had Gambier, Lake Albert, Southern, S.A.G.C., International and fallen fairly steadily all night would cease before competition of course our own club members. was to start. The weather for Saturday was fine and warm and competition Following what was described by our lodger for the night, as a got under way with a 10 target Double Barrel Eye Opener. 10 'truckies breakfast', we set off once more for the Gun Club and of the competitors took a share in the Cash Divide - P Hendy, found some new faces had come to join us for the day - all G Height, K Ielasi, H Laxton, A Rohrlach, A Famigietti, L attired in their wet weather gear. Sharram, J Higgins, F Atkinson and A Friebel. Event 5, the 30 mixed target Clem Thomas Memorial Cbam- pionships saw most of those com- peting, shooting in the rain and the only perfect score posted was that of our overnight guest, P Hendy - he shot a 50150. My 'almost birthday buddy' Fred Atkinson came to the club house shaking his head, "I can't believe what I have just done". "Shot the lot?", I said, "No", said Fred, "I hit 9/10 in the double barrel, 9/10 in the single barrel and missed 7 clean birds in the point score". My heart sank for him because he had shot 72/75 the previous afternoon and that's not bad shooting for an 84 year old veteran. I am happy to say he redeemed himself in the very

K lelasi, A Friebel and D. Hamann.

Event 2 was a 20 target Handicap and this was shot in con- next event by shooting a 22/25 junction with the Live Bird Shield (won by our Club members -he felt happier and so did I. following a trip to Ceduna some years ago) and I believe there Event 6, a 25 target double was some kind of skullduggery on the part of the Southern barrel Club Championship Gun Club who swooped in, shot like troopers, and whisked saw some great shooting. With away our shield after having lulled our own Club members possibles shot, the shoot- into a 'false sense of security' by 'letting' us win their Legacy ers went out to do battle - the Shield just a week ago. Overall winner of the Handicap was J rain having away and Higgins who shot 30130 over R Schubert on 29/30 with L leaving a rather dark Sharram taking third after quite a shoot off, on 58/60. threatening sky, Height of Members of the Southern Gun Club team were R Schubert, J Mount Gamhier took out the Higgins, D Hamann, K Ielasi and A Friebel - they shot an event shooting 96196 over excellent score of 96/100. Hendy on 95/96. Event 3, the Toso Investment 25 Target Single Barrel Cham- Peter hendy, Club President, Event 7 and the last event On winner of the Overall High Gun. pionship was won by new Junior shooter A Friehel - a 'C' the the 25 target Grader, but I het he won't be there long. Adam shot the only & Michell Point possible of 25/25 - well done - a happy boy winning his first champiouship (also the last team shoot for the weekend) saw sash. P Hendy again take the honors by shooting the only 75/75. Event 4, the lasL event for Saturday's competition saw new Hooray, we did it at last, we finally got to keep one of our team Page 18 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 trophies - the G & R Michell Team trophy. The 'wheels had your name on the sashes - Jackie with an 'ie' and not just '2) fallen off' Southern's shooters and thankfully our 'old reli- and I guess to Graham and yours truly - little clubs like ours ables' Monarto No I team, won the trophy with a score of can not survive without help. 3481375 (points to count). Team members were G Michell, P 'rhank you also to those who helped in any way over the Hendy, T ~ohrlach,T Famiglietto and P Hams. Great stuff ~eekend,referees, scorers, to Peter (11, Peter (2) and Tony fellas! prior mowing the grounds and cleaning up, Ivan for trap maintenance, to Jackie (with an 'ie"), Tony and Ethne (I hope I have got this one right) for your help in trap filling and canteen work on Saturday, to Annette for canteen duties on Sunday, to Graham in the office, to Lawrie (for those delicious 'devilled almonds') and to Phil and 'Tiger'not only for the leeks and onions but also for your company while I cooked the bar- becue. Lastly I must say that on behalf of Graham and myself, we were honored to have Life Membership badges bestowed upon us at presentation time in recognition for work done for the Club over the past 14+ years, and if you haven't worked it out yet, we have done it because we 'wanted to', not because we have 'had to'. Therein lies the difference! I rest my case. In closing I would just like to say that I hope to see you all back again next year - and just a message for you guys down there at Southern, don't forget about the 'elbow grease' when it comes to polishing up that trophy! Ruth MicheZZ

Adam Ffiebel, overall winner of the Toso Investments Single Barrel Championsh$ with sponsors, Tony and Sonia Famiglletii. William Robert NIeEntyre 8/5/1869 to 6/2/1934 ..... and so it was all over again, bar the shouting, till next year. My Grandfather was born in Adelong, NSW in 1872 and later Peter Hendv our 'brand new' Club President seems to be rel- moved to "Oura House", Oura NSW where he farmed. ishing in hi; new job for it certainly did not distract him from In 1894 at the age of 22 he married Alice Maud Wilson, also from his shooting over the two days, taking out the Overall High Adelong. They had nine children and after being burnt out at Oura Gun with a brilliant score of 276 280 - and this involved his 20 they moved to Eurongilly in 1914. metre handicap shooting as well. Good on you Pete! \V.H.hleEntyre shot nt the W3ggn \V:igga Gun Club from 1899 and Our other High Gun winners were equally proud at receiving was the winner oi the first Sparrow Shoot that was held ai the Club in that real- Hu was also the winncr of another major Sparrow hlatch on 3rd July, 1901 and wls presented with 3 silver cup by Harry Robinson Esq His four boys also shot at the Club, each being given a gun at 21 years of age. The guns included Hollis and Cashmores. Many nights were spent trapping sparrows and starlings out of the hedges for the practice days with a hand made bird release trap. I still have this trap and two of the guns. Philip Craig

Graham and Ruth Michellmiving Life Membership badges from Club President, Peter Hendy.

their sashesltrophies: A Grade: R Schubert 2711280; B Grade: M Clark 2431280: C Grade: P Hams 2401250: Veteran: D Humphrey 230125b. Many thanks to our sponsors John & Elaine Johansen, Toso Investments Pty Ltd (alias Tony & Sonia Famiglietti), the Thomas Family, Peter & Jackie Hendy (sorry for mis-spelling May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 19 SHOOTING SKEET DOUBLES. - by Robyn Faber (Level 3 Coach, NSW) Are you a skeet shooter who doesn't like shooting doubles? FiguIe 1 Do you avoid the event, treat it as only for top shooters? . - < - .- Don't like to attending shoots where it is part of the Over %= +Break 1 st low High Gun? c . target here Maybe it's because you've never learnt to shoot it. Well, start < - -r . now! m-,,--;real 1st high Skeet doubles is ideally a 50 target event consisting of a pair target here ==-El of targets thrown from Stations 1 to 7 then 6 to 2 in reverse for the first half (making 24 targets total) then in the second half sta- tions 1 to 7 and 6 to 1 in reverse (making 26 targets total). If your Club wishes to shoot 25 targets instead of 50, then you shoot a single high bird off Station 2 at the end of the first half to make 25 targets. If you are a regular skeet shooter then you should be reason- ably confident with paris on Stations I and 2 and 6 and 7. So only 3, 4 and 5 will present a new challenge. The basic principle for all stations is to stand on the station so that you are ideally placed to shoot the second target com- fortably. This will mean that on Station 3 you may stand so that your 54 2nd visit stomach roughly faces the crossing point rather than the low house opening (for a right handed shooter) or halfway between the high house and the crossing point for a left handed shooter. On this station you always shoot the high bird first. your barrel and the target when you pull the trigger. Experiment with your own sight picture. On Station 4 on the first occasion of each round you shoot the high bird first, so stand with your stomach facing roughly halfwav between the crossine ooint and the low house for a rieht MOST SHOOTERS OVERLEAD THE SECOND TARGET, handed shooter and about Go thirds the way from the hkh forgetting that their gun is travelling much faster than the target house to the crossing point for a left handed shooter. On your because they are coming from behind it. It is also easy to shoot return visit to this station you will be rewired to shoot the low over the target. by. stabbing instead of swinging- - smoothly. bird first so for a right handed shooter stand facing to the fight you have plenty of to shoot the second targei, seeit hand side of the low house or slightly to the right hand side of clearly before you swing to shoot it. with practice you will find the crossing point for a left handed shooter. vour own rhythm and the feet ~ositionsand break ooints that Station 5 requires you to shoot the low bird first so for a right work ~OIYOU.Don't give it up as too difficult ... it has an added handed shooter, face the low house opening and for a left handed bonus when used as a training tool: shooter face slightly to the left of the crossing point. Because you should always shoot the first bird normally, and Experiment with these Positions until You can comfortably it is therefore important to concentrate on always breaking your shoot your second target of each pair. Refer Figure 2. first bird in any pair, skeet doubles will improve your individual Your gun hold positions should be exactly the same as you skeet shots. would hold for the-single target corresponding to the first target If you are having a problem with a particular target in your of each pair. That is, on Station 3 choose your normal High 3 normal skeet rounds, have a round of doubles: yol, will be sur. hold point; first visit to Station 4 choose your normal High 4 prised your swing and rhythm will improve, hold point; Station 4 second visit choose your normal Low 4 hold point, and Station 5 choose your normal Low 5 hold point. The only individual targets you do NOT get to shoot as a first you shoot 'sustained hold as you would for 'sus- target in doubles are Low 2 and Low 3 and High 5 and High 6 tained lead', if you shoot 'swing through', hold as you would for (and Of course High and 'swing through'. The second target only will be shot by the Skeet doubles are fun because you move from Station to 'swing through' method. Station much faster in a squad. You also get a second chance a When you shoot these pairs, DO NOT THINK ABOUT THE the same pair in each round and you will find that most shooters SECOND TARGET: shoot your first target, swinging fast improve their score on the return half of each round because of enough to shoot it just before the crossing point (Refer Figure this. And You don't get time to think about how to shoot the 1). SEETHETARGET BREAK, then look over your gun for the second bird because it all happens in one sequence. And because second target, swing through the target and shoot the bottom it does take a little more skill, a good round will do wonders for leading edge of the target, REMEMBERING TO KEEP YOUR your confidence. GUN MOVING. So next time your club shoots skeet, try some doubles. It's On Station 4, you will need to see some daylight between easier than you think!

Page 20 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 It was supposed to have been the worst Trap Nationals ever! Held the alarm in time to amve at the club by 6.00am. As I drove in the in a sleepy little outback town in the middle of nowhere, with gate expecting to be greeted by the usual blissful solitude, my first insufficient accommodation, inadequate infrastructure, nothing to thounht was iIive not conhsed by the davlicht saving time con- do and nowhere to go. Well, about the only thing that Roma's versLn, I've wouna my watch the wrong way, itb B.00am not detractors actually got right was the fact that the Trap Nationals 6.00am and I'm in more do-das than a Werrihee duck.' were held there. The township of Roma and the Roma Gun Club pretty much decimated the rest of the story fram whoa to go. What made me think this? Lots of cars already in the parking lot, numerous people wandering around going about their business, If you had rushed in 2nd out very quickly in thc middle of the day the smell of bacon and eggs cooking and the sight of twenty or so and only given it a cursory glance, you could hlvc heen torpvcn people sitting around under the awning eating breakfast. I recog- fcr... misrakins~ ~ ~~~ ~ "~. it fbr .~uat another~~~ Natlomls.~~~ But iivou hci~tated. nized one of the diners as my boss, the Tournament Director. So, evrn for a moment, 11 was ohnuus that this was something d~ffcr- on the way over from the car park to the diningarea, my mind was enr - something spc;ihl. Most of the usual problems encountered racing to try to come up with some sort of plausible story to cover a: Natlonas were ccnsplcuous by them absence and must of tllr this major raux pas. However when he greeted me with n smile wish-list items were blatant realities. and suggested I join him for breakfast and made no mention ofthe time, I figured I would stay calm and just ad lib for a while on the Like the absence of either mud or dust. Just a nice sealed road assumption that mayhe Shoot Marshalls clock on later up here. It leading into an enormous sealed, marked out parking lot that was only when I noticed that his watch and mine were synchro- looked like it had been stolen from a Westfield Shopping Center. nized that the penny finally dropped. Cuzzo, you're in outback Like the absence of flies. I don't know where they hang out in Queensland now and things are done differently here! I later Queensland in March, but theyire not at Roma. Like the wonder- learnt that the cleaners start at 4.00am, the cooks clock on at ful kitchen area at the eastern end of the dubhouse, which you 5.00am and the workers start rocking in around 5.30. So much for later find out is only for morning and afternoon teas, lunch and my idea of an early start! snacks. The real dining area is out the back of the clubhouse, under an enormous awning with a concrete floor, which is fitted And if I thought the mornings were different, I was just as unpre- out with proper tables (that didn't rock) and comfortable chairs, pared far the evenings. After the shooting is over, nobody goes and where they serve both breakfast and dinner that would shame home! Or if they do, it is only to shower and change and come back, many restaurants. because this is when the real fun starts. Every evening there was some sort of new and different entertainment. Some of it sounded Like the thirteen traps in a straight line onlevel ground with iden- almost as good as it was. Like the Pro-am Tournament and the tical perfect backgrounds and identical machines throwing identi- poprock band and the country and western singers. But some of cal targets. Twelve of these were for competition and one was a it I wasn't too sure about. Like how much fun can a dog jumping spare to be used for breakdowns - it never got used. Like the calcutta, or a sheep shearing competition be? Wrong!! These three extra traps at the self-contained practice ground, which country people really know how to have fun. I was fascinated to adjoined the main thirteen and which ran from daylight until dark see the winning dog jump nearly eight feet to get into the hack of and you rarely ever had to wait to shoot. Like the separate regis- the Ute, and they tell me he was still well within his limits. And as tration building for nominations and squadding which had so for the sheep shearingcompetition, which incidentally was won by many windows that you rarely ever had to stand in line. Like the a friend of mine fram W.A. by the name of Brent Humphries, I efficient office staff whose boss had put a sign up on the wall have never laughed so much in all my life as when the great 'Rat' reminding them that shooters are 'paying customers'. Atkins and his mate Brian Wallden. were trying to shear in the douville daubles match. Like the neatly laid out vendor's sites directly behind the layouts, where you could sit around and drink and talk and watch the The local band Yision' was great, as were the CdiW slngers, the shooting. Like the large well-equipped workshop for the trap Walmsley Brothers and itis no wonder they won awards at Tam- mechanics and the gunsmith. Like the fact that most of the ladies worth recently. But my favorite was 'Mr Buckshott', Neil Duddy. tours got cancelled due to lack of interest. You couldn't have He was billed as a C&W singer but actually was extremely versa- levered them away from the dub with a crowbar. They just seemed tile and sang just about every great song ever recorded. Greg happy to sit around on the veranda eating and drinking and chat- Hipwell and Lynne Curtis obviously enjoyed him too, as I saw ting and playing games (jigsaw puzzles seemed to be the favorite) them dancing together at one stage of the evening. Neil must have and watching the shooting and generally just soaking up the won- had nearly as much fun as the shooters because he came back for derful atmosphere. free on the last afternoon to entertain us some more and parliei- pate in the closing ceremonies. The Art Union (rafle) was a great

Like-~ the~ fact~ that if vou weren't out shwtine.. and vou, had become financial success for the club, which helped them offset their euar- tlase wtth the practice traps, but you still had the urge to hurn mous investment, and when the car was drawn on Tuesday night, &npowder, you simply walked across the road and shot ZZsor live it fittingly went to one of the local ladies. rtnnd suortins to rour henn's~~ ~~~ content, .4nd all ufthls was within c~~ ~~~-~~ , ;b~ut70 or RO ysrds of rhe man clubh, use. And -hc hst~ustgoes 1 don? inow whr rvenru.llly won the 1ndlunAl.m Wrcstltng Con,- on and on and on! But this wns only in rhc midd.e of thc days In perttion bur I d~dsee trvr. junior shootrrr put un a meat show

whirln il~>~nliud~ ~ in .1 ut! I wonder~ ~ huw IIC~VV~ ~ their mns felt thc the mornlngi and tllc uvr.n,ngs, you wculd hove wondered whcru . - ~ ~~~ tho hell ycu really were! The whole plecc could have ensily been nuxt day'? I did Fcr the complctlon of the gr~1.t~~pig run 2nd the miatakon lor a coun:ry fair, ot 3 c~rnivolor CVC~a music fbst~val final result was definitely l'ig - 1. ;Gds - O.l'he closest anyonc Anything but a gun club! conrc srui the biggest kld olnll - ths president's wlfo L),nna, ah< waa running a dls~xntncr<.nd wllcr~tlw py fir~allyd>snppeared I knew something was way out of whack the very first morning. over th: horiron.At anuther time I SAW nearly S(i0011 raised ibr thr Whenever I run a Major Shoot, I like to get out to the Club each Royal ['lying Doctor Serv~ce,whxh .vns n LTent rthrr and :I trul? morning very early. Maybe an hour before anyone else. This gives worthwhile cause. me time Lo fuel up Lhe golf cart, and look around the traps, and check things over, and generally plan out my day before anything And speaking of the RFDS. I got to shoot in the Pra-Am with the else starts to happen. The shooting was programmed to start at lovely lady from that organization. And although we were pre- 8.30am, so the night before I arranged with the trap mechanic to sented with the wooden spoon prize, I thought she shot well and if meel me the,-e at 7 o'clock. This would give us en hour to sot thc she could have only picked me up a couple more times, J reckon we traps before about 8 OOamwhen I usually start toget busy. So I set could have been a big threat. The eventual winners of the event May 1999 Australian Clay Ta rget Shooting News Page 21 were Kevin Jarrick and George Sckaf who outlasted several other This Month's Shooting Trivia Question: Who was the first Aus- nossibles in the shoot-off. However. mv most vivid memorv of the tralian Skeet shooter to record a 300 break? Mail your answer to: hamwas when we finlshed shuoting and rurncd to leave thc Shooting Trivia, P.O. Box 265, Bairnsdale 3875, to amve by 25-05- field. By this ;tagc it was getting fnirly late as the event had been 99. Awinner will be drawn from the correct answers, whose name conducted under liehts and we were. the last sausd. The siehr that will be published in the July CTSN and who shall receive a free meted- us was~ 1ite;allv~ hundreds of neonle. . ~~~,. elao~ine- and wkistline~~~ ~ entry to the 1999 National Skeet Doubles Championship in Wagga and cheeringitnd having a Feat rime. The clubhouse was full, the in November. The correct answer to March's STQ was: 1994 was verandah was full and the enttre lawn area in front of the club- the last year in which three Open National Trap Championships house was covered with families and people on picnic blankets and were successfully defended. Billy Iles defended both the Single the like. It looked l~kca scene from a night AFL grand final. Barrel and the Overall High Gun and Jason Jolly defended his Point Score title. The first correct answer drawn and thus the Accommodation? Turned out to be another non-event. No one that winner of a free entry to the National Pointscore this year was rang Robert Nugent failed to gain their preferred lodgings. Lots of Craig Bloxsome of Glen Innes. If you have an interesting Trivia people camped on the grounds where adequate facilities were pro- Question for me to publish, or an interesting subject you would vided at a minimal cost. Of the people who stayed at caravan like discussed in this column, please forward it to me at the above parks, hotels and motels, I never heard a single complaint. I address. stayed at the Starlight Motel on the main drag and was treated like royalty, which from what I heard was about par for the course. Good Luck and Good Shooting...... Adrian Cousens. So much for the town being unable to cater for the increased demand during the shoot. Targets? First Nationals I've ever been to where the targets were so good that they also just became another non-event. My congratulations to the ACTA for their wisdom in target determination and to Mr Kevin Tunney of Olimpyc for both a magnificent batch of targets and his continu- ous co-operation and assistance to the gun club. Shoat-offs? I was preparing for ten or a dozen people in the Double Barrel. There were 49!! I still cannot believe that almost one person in every eight shot the whole 100 that day The weather? God must have been watching the three years of blood, sweat and toil that went into getting the place ready. He gave them eight beautiful days in a mw. Wangaratta Clay Target Club held the annual I've been going to the Nationals now for some twenty odd years Attwoodnaw Senior &junior Cups on 21 February at our and I can honestly say that I have never seen anything like the spectacle and the entire package that the Roma Gun Club pre- grounds at North Wangaratta, which incorporated the sented over the eight days of competition. I have always been one Kevin Law Memorial Skeet Championships. With a fine of the staunchest advocators of a National Shooting Ground and I and warm day expected, the two fiRy target Skeet events will always continue to be. One month soon I will devote this got under way on time, so we could get through the large column to my reasons behind that conviction. However, the show number of shooters expected. Unfortunately, it was not to that Roma put on has caused me to review and revamp an idea be, with a disappointing turn up, however, it didn't dampen that I had recently been chewing over. I don't think there is any the spirits of the 20 shooters who made the trip to Wan- other solution to the Western Australian situation than to still garatta. hold the Trap Nationals there every six years. In conjunction with that I now think that the ideal rotation would be to hold the Shoot This Attwooflaw was a reminder of the passing of a long at the NSG four years out of every six and to make every third time Wangaratta Club Life Members, Kevin "Grumpy" year an away year, going alternately to Perth and Roma once Law. Kevin, together with Bill Attwood, had the insight in every six years. This would still afford us the main advantages of 1978 to put on a High Gun, to be held twice a year. This the NSG without unduly disadvantaging the only two groups of people who are truly remote from Wagga's central location. Addi- was to attract shooters, as well as give the Club a presti- tionally it would allow the injection of a fresh perspective occa- gious trophy for them to aim for. This later changed to once sionally a year, due to falling numbers in Skeet shooting. Up until 1989, there was only the one High Gun Cup, open to all The only other area of major significance, in my opinion, to emerge shooters. In Bill Attwoods usual way, he and Kevin donated from these Nationals was the Phono-oulls used during them. I the "Attwood/Law" Cup for Juniors. As all shooters know, consider this subject to be of such gr&t importance, that rather Bill is never backwards in giving to the advancement of than give them a passing mention this month, I intend to devote junior shooting. most if not all of next month's article to this imoortant subiect and it's obviously far reaching implications. The first fifty target Championship was sponsored by Bill Atwood, long time friend of Kevin and Bob Barron, who Notv to change the subject. Further to my article last month, and was Kevin's good fishing and shooting mate for many following long discussions with both the National President and years. The second f&y was sponsored by the committee of Vice-President, as well as most of the other National Executive Wangaratta, who had known Kevin for many years. Some members who were in attendance at Roma, the Wagga Gun Club has been invited to run this year's Skeet Pre-Nationals. They have of the names on the "AttwoodLaw" Cup that some of the also heen authorized to conduct the first National 20 Gauge Skeet shooters will know or remember, are David Jackel, Paul Championship in conjunction with their program. To say that I am Krummins, Graeme Boyd, John Woolley, Gil Farish and pleased with this outcome would be a mastery of understatement, Warren Charlton, to name but a few. and I implore all those people interested in Small Gauge shooting to get behind this event and support it. The 20 Gauge Champi- One interesting fact is that the "Attwoodnaw" has only onship will be a 100-target event conducted on the Monday pre- ever been won once, in February 1997, with a possible ceditig the Pre-nationals. This now offers the dedicated skeet 1001100, and that was Wangaratta President, David shooters seven consecutive full days of competition, and I offer this Jackel, who has won the Cup more times than anyone else. information as early as possible, so that the maximum amount of year was no exception, with 98's shooting off for the time is available to incorporate it in the travel arrangements of This those interested people. High Gun. Three 98's were on board at the end of the day. The shoot-off started well, all away from 1, but High 2 is Page 22 Australian Clay Tar!:et Shooting News May 1999 sometimes hard to get past. Two dropped out on High 2, and this year the "Attwoodnaw" High Gun winner was Leieh Roberts from Bendizo. The junior High Gun was taken by David ~aciel Jnr from Wangarata, one could say :a chip off the old block". One pleasing part of the day was that Kevin's wife Betty, and daughter, were there to make presentations, which seemed fitting. As usual, the day was a great success, and a great time was had by all who made the effort to compete on this "Attwood/Law" Cup day, since its instigation 21 years ago. Peuor Jones Press Correspondent, Wangaratta Clay Target Chb.

Len: "AN winners a1 the AnwoodAawBack: Kielh Fisher B Grade, 182; Ken Wood C Grade 2nd. Tony Plum C Grade Znd, Daryl Hun1 B Grade 2nd. Gary Rudd O/A & A, Ron Murray A graoe 2nd. FRONF Lejgh Roberlr Htgh Gun 8 A Grade 2nd. Davjd Jackel Jnr .Junior Hign Gun 8 1 st C Grade. Gil Farish O/A d, A evt 2.

GRAFTON CLAY TARGET CLUB: Please note that June Bruce Baker. Phil Barrett. Eddv Benc. Kvm Retas. Michael Shoot will be held on the 20th, not as stated in Blue Book. Ryan, Mick el lings and Kevin ~illiams. Mrs Jan Renney was awarded Honorary Life Membership. ST ARNAUD GUN CLUB: At the AGM held on the 18th Feb- ruary 1999 the following were elected office bearers for 1999 - TUMUT CLAY TARGET CLUB:The following are the Office President: Stephen Reyne; Vice President: Richie Milley; Sec- Bearers for 1999: President - Wayne Thatcher; Secretary - retary & Public Officer: Brenda Reyne; Treasurer: Gayle Robert Baker; Treasurer - Tom Harris; Handicapper - David Milley; Handicapper: David Bertalli; Assistant Handicapper: Wakem; Club Coach - David Caccioppoli; Shoot Marshall -

John~~~ Grewar:~ ~ NWZ Delegates: John McVittv & Bill Coates: Ian Peacock; Zone Delegates- Davjd Wakem & Tom Harris; Shoor ~\l:irilillRirhic .\l~ler;~ssistnntshoo; Marshall: .John Publicity Officer - Helen Baker. Grcwnr, Aud~rol.:ih:trlcne Bcrtall~. GLADSTONE CLAY TAREGT CLUB: At the AGM held on YAMBA.At the AGM held on the 15th November 1998 the fol- march 17th 1999 the following results for the ensuing years lowing principal office bearers were elected: President - Matt office bearers are as fbllows: President - Ray Wise, Vice Pres- Moloney; Vice Presidents - Mick Smith & Tony White; Trea- ident - Garry Darr, Secretary - Rowan Kilmartin; Treasurer surer - Tony White; Secretary - Helen Graney; Publicity - Erica Hudson; Club Captain - Adam Healy; Provider - Gary Officer - Glenn Porter; Coach - Matt Moloney; Shoot Mar- Wright; Safety Officer & Shoot Marshall - Ray Sharpe; Hand- shall - Garry Harrison; Club Delegate - Garry Harrison. icapper - Garry Dam GOROKE CLAY TARGET CLUB: At the AGM held recently MOUNT ISA GUN CLUB: At the AGM held on the 14th the followine office bearers were elected: President - Neville March 1999 the following Committee members were elected: Smith; ~ice~~essident- Colley Jarrod; Secretary - Cliff President - Michael Coleman; Secretary - Ron Power; Trea- Maybery. surer - A J (Jim)Edmonds; Vice President - Bruce Murphy; Range Captain - Brian Palethorpe; Publicity Officer - Anne COWRA GUN CLUB: The charge of Executive for 1999 is: Coleman; Catering Officer - David Stitt. President: Glen Sinclair; Vice Presidents: Greg Oliver, John Finn; l'reasurer: Peter Mould: Secretary: Joy Dwight; Public- DORRIGO GUN CLUB: We wish to advise that the May and ity Oflicer: Gwen Clark; Committee: Cliff (Mickl Sinclair, August Open Shoots have now been down graded to Club Richard (Dick1 Itiss. Noel Dwi~ht.Neville Clark. Ian Clisu. monthly Shoots. The Club and Zone Championships will still Rex Percival, ~nd;ew came& David ~amhond,AI& be contested as listed in the Blue Book. Macleod, Col OiLeary, John Pangas. CALLAWADDA-STAWELL CLAY TARGET CLUB: As a result of our AGM held on 1011199 the following office bearers TRADE PRACTICES ACT were elected. President Gowan Hall, Secretaryfli'easurer The anention of advertisers is drawn to the Trade Practices Act 1974 and Geoff Hunt. the provisions in the Act which apply la adverfising. It is not possible for the A.C.T.A. to ensure that advertisements which are published in this SOUTH AUSTRALIAN GUN CLUB: At the AGM on 19th magazine comply in all respects with the Act and the responsibility must therefore be on the person, company or advertising agency submining the March 1999, the following office bearers were elected: Presi- advertisement lor publication. The A.C.T.A. reseNes the right to refuse dent - Dave Renney, Snr Vice-President - Trevor Gurr, Sec- any advertisemenl without staling the reason. retary - John Hamer; Treasurer - Jan Renney; Committee - iMvy 1999 AusL!.alian Clay 7'arget Shooting News Page 23 RATES AND CONDITIONS Factory engraving st:m~gluir s~lver.A genuana eoll~~crurait~.rr Photo This section is for the exclusive use ofACTAmembers, and has been intro- avnilifiblr on re4uesr. Scritl No 14H141. L~cenceNo. 406683171. duced for the purchase, sale and exchange of personal equipment. 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Page 24 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 15/15. P Munlz. K Newbald. N McWhiner. Gerdton G Kelly 14/15: A: TVodden. B Borchcni. R Fine (171 - 25TD/B CON% No Namcr rcc; Hollrretcr 15/15: B: PTmf 15/15. 2nd K 25T PIS: OIA: M Wrfson 73n5: 10 PR DIR: Taylor. D WhiIl~rm13115: C: D 1Veth~mll OlA: 19/20: HlGH GUN: M Waisorr. 13/15, T Price. N Trwes: PATTERSONS PEDLER COMMONWEALTH CDNT Geralton 7-3-99 C'SHIP: 01.4 S Williams 621633AA: D Fox Fine (17) - 25T Dm CON? M unson 83/85. 2nd N McWhirler 82185: A: R Holt- 24/25. B Monir 24/25. N McWhincr 24/25: rictcr. 2nd M KCIIY 46150: B: K sthinzig. 25TPIS: OIA: 1 Griffiik7M5: IOPR DIR: 2nd 8 Weedon 47/50: C: T Mandcn 40150. OiA: M Watson 19/20: HIGH GUN: hl 2nd T Price 39/50: LAD: E Fonvard 32150: Watson 108/120. UNPLACED VE? K Palerron 44/50: 40T DIB CUP: OIA &A: T Mo65/65; A:2d Geralfon 144.99 G Quvn Sing M165: AA: 1 Mlnwcll 61/62. Finc (12) - 25TDm. OIA: B Mods 25/25: 2nd G Kelly 48/49; B: W McCillivmy 62163. 25T SIB: D/A: B Morris & G Kelly 24/25: 2nd P House 58159: C: D Vandclcur 37/40. 25T P/S:G Kelly 74/75; HlGH GUN: G 2nd R Bevun 36d0: HlGH GUNS: OIA: N Kclly 1221125. Western Australia ...... 25 McWhirlcr 2971305: LAD: E Forward South Australia 25 2491305: JNR: M Kelly 2941305: VET: R ...... Hollrrclei 2941305. 50TTWR Dm PIS:.& G Crrnemn 1481150: Tasmania ...... 27 B: GQuan Sing 1421150: C: J Coci 1381150. Denmark 14S99 2nd 1 Bqver 1361150. 3rd T O'Brien New South Wales ...... 27 O'CasL & Somc Drizrlc 07) - IOT Om CD: R Benen. P Tame. W Kranendonk S Victoria ...... 37 Irkson. B Weedon. S Mmh. B Kowrlnd. S Narllrsnl & Dirlrlcts 72-99 Hot (1.51 - A GRADE: K Drew9l/lw, B Northern Territory ...... 35 GRADE: L Reynolds 9111W. C GRADE: B Queensland ...... 47 Muloy 81/100. Wcsl Aurlrrlirn 14-3-99 ZOPR DIR CLUB C'SHIP: OIA: 1 Pinluadi 32140: AA: P Melvin 32140: 'A: R bail*"

B: 2nd W Krancndonk 48150: C: C Bvenli 44/50,2nd T May 41/50: 251 SIB: OA & A: Bunbury 27.2-99 MrWlliilcr 148/150: A: D Wdkcr 1501150. R Besren 25/25; AA: R Brlloch 27/27. 2nd BLUEMANNACARNIVALRES:?STD/B 2nd J Ablco 1641165: B: B Whileukcr T Calling 26127: A: 2nd B Kowrld: B: P C/D: OIA & AA: R BallocL 68/68. 2nd C 1421150. 2nd B Wccdon 1491159; C: G Trmc 24/25. 2nd P McColloucl 23: C: T May 22/28. R Levin 19/25: O~ALLHlGH Wcrl Australion 21-3-99 GUN: B Kowrld 2281235. 50 SKEET PRESlDENTlVlCE PRESI- DEN? OlA Winner: Picridcni Tern> 292; PRESIDENT: ANA: M Vokc 47/50. 2nd C

~~. ~ Bcnini 44/50: B: C Shephlid 41150. 2nd I ''T I..ti I I I 2. 2. Ilunltar) IN-2-99 King 39/50: C: F Swceling 41/50. 2nd C 5 I1 I>I1 la 5 rSkl11, < \ & ,\ 1, tV.1.e~ 1ll.l b. \I,\\\\ (',\K\l\',\l. Kl 3 I]\>? Ellis 40150: VICE PRESIDENT: AAIA: M .5##. Ponlr 44/50. 2nd M Pcrlii 43/50: B: 1 Cmi 42/50, 2nd S Lee 37/50: C: B Msley 43/50. 2nd G Day 42/50.

TWO DAY SHOOT ON JUNE 5 AND 6 1999 Day One - Pool Trap - 7.30-8.15am Start 8.30am prompt

25 Double Bsml Dirlricl Championship Nams $14.00 Maywald 38/50. Brunlc: R lohnrion 24/50: Sash and Trophy O/A winncr Trophies 1st and 2nd Etch Grede AA.A.B&C 45-54Yrs: Cold: R Sinilh 43/50, Silvci; T Shnddoi'k 41/50. Bronle: B August 33/50: 50 Double Bum1 Chalnpiansllip Noms $21.00 55-MYrs: Gold: H NUIIII41/50. Silvci: D Sash and Trophy OIA winner Trophics 1st and 2nd Each Gmdc AA.A.B&C Philer 40131. Bronze: R Flcining 39/51: 6StYn: Gold: C Barnes 34/50. Silver: I Mrywald 32150. Bronze: P Caddy 29/50: 25 Poinu Dislrict Championship Nanlr $14.00 SOT SKEET DULS: 35-44Yrr: Gold: R Silslz and Tropby O/A ivinner Tmphics lrl and ?ad Gtch GmdeAA.A.B&C Mrywrid 45/50. Silxr: N Johnston 33/50: 45-54Yn: Gold: K Slllilll 45/50. Silver: D Frcundi 44/50, Bronx: T Shaddack 40150: Day Two - Pool Trap - 7.30-8.15am Start 8.30am prompt 55-MYn: Gold: H Nun" 42150. Silver: R Wylie 38/52, Bmnzc: S Ned, 37/52; 65+Yrs: Gold: C Boolcr 39/50, Silver: P IS Douhlc Barrel 20M Graded Cash Divide Noms $23.00 Caddy 42/51. Bmnre: I Maywnld 39/52. Svsll and Tmphy OiA winner Trophies In ;md 2nd Eacl Gradc AA.A.B&C

50 Double B;trrcl Cotnn~o~lwcallh'lit$ ZOm Nus>%$23.00 Sash ondTrophy O/A winncr Trophies 1st und 2nd Each Grade AA.A.B&C

50 Doublc Bnrrcl Chan~piollrhip15," No~ns$21MI S;sd and Trophy OiA winner Trophics Is1 and 2nd Eacl Cmdc AA.A.B&C

HlGll GUN OVER EVENTS 1-6 FREE BBQTEA SUNDAY NIGHT 'TOTAL NOMINATIONS 5105.00 FULL FLUOROTARGBTS ALL EVENTS

Laiirs. M!cm,,s rlrici Jirairrr.; 25% Di.~c,ri#,zr fSi,eo~i,~g rid! Pr<,~rn,nOnl? Crjnil,i~r,q Amn e,iri iirt~ircdCom,~i!t Rqj.~n~~aiirri>ie nr Cir,b. S!aok~~itnlr.it Silver: I Maywald 21/50, Bronze: K Howe ,vlci r@er,z,,on rprl an2ii~ibic. 17/50: LADY: Cold: S Bvrnes 32150. Silver: The Cl~lhrfrerrcs lhc right lo alter ,he prognln if ncucsrary. Inquiries: Piesidc8lt: Shmi. O'Brien 041 9999784 ah 08 90933991 Sccrcwry: Tony Free 018 935314 z!lt 08 90218791

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 25 Broken Hill 13.3.99

Pt Avgllsto 21-3-99 Cwl wilh Rain - lMlT MXD: A: 1ht L Schuhen 1481150 2nd K Finh 1254/15R. lnB Holre23l30.2ild B Folcy22130: B: 1st U Howe 27/30. 23S Thamoron 34140: C: ~' C I)::VL. ?'I :,, 2, I \I I~.Ico~~?!~8 ? i l>,\l KC'SkIlP r>lin I,rl .?~,JwcI-. I,,,; :L01,11 I! 11 IX..J1 P,. ?I. "C. ;. 3860: C: C Bornholiil 39160. 2nd C DCSOY~IO~~36.60: !_,\DIES: S Thompson 29/60: VETERANS: B rOloley 131m IOPR DID: Is1 S & S Thomproll. 2nd B Cook 6 B Palev: 257 D/R C/D:,(: In D Nicholls. 23 15,16,17 May, 1999 A~ornliol#n:B: 1st B Howc. 2nd STliomp- son: C: T Bornholm: Or\ HlGH GUN: K Venue: SA Gun Club, Undo Road, Bolivar Finh 1181140. l.owrr North 24.2.99 HOL. \Vindy. Calm (281 - 20T PIS: A: R Smith 571W. 2nd J Finnis 5Nm B: B

PI Pirio 7-3-99 Warm. SE Winrls - SOTSKEET. A: R IPrce- biin46150: B: M S1rn43/50,2nd BThomrs 42/50: C: N Bllir 42/50. 2nd T Thomas ' B;nivn 38150.2nd K Brown 25/50: LAD: S 41/50: 50T Dm: A: M Slnn 55/56. 2nd B nyrnes: JNR: L L!)ilh: VET. k Pols; O/A 'Thomas 54156: 0: R Freebrim 47150: C: N HlGH GUN: R Smilli 101ll 10. Ellis 4860.2n0 c 47/50.

Overall Sash, Prizes 1st & 2nd AA,A,B.C South Avrfrrlian 28-2-99 Hol R hibmid (48) CROSS KEYS SKEET C'SHIP: <>/A & A: C Jacobs 49/50. 2nd F Guydll 48/50: 8: T Curr J7ISU. 2nd A Drvici 46150: C: D Pkiler 45/50. 2nd K Willinmr 42/50: CRD CONT CD: A: R Plcming 26/.'6. P Crllr- girone 25/26: R: C Mlirinir 24/25. C AbcB 38/40: C: B DciMichelc 21125. L Cierrmellmo 17/15: SIB GRD: A: S Hrlikiopoulos 36/36. A Vilcins 35/36: 8: C Marinis 23125. D Prcilcr 22/26: C: L Cirrrmcllrno 20125. F Ackinrol~ 191251: hlunsrhl-Alersndrr 20.3.99 SIDE BY SIDE CLASSIC DIB C'SHIP: ~:inc& \%sm (211 - NIT uo n1B CD:AA: OlA & C: J Homcr 23125. R Hinge 16/25: P Hcndy. C Hcighr Ioilil: A: K Isk~i.H h: D Oliricro 25128. D H;diklopaal~~~ Lerlon. A Rahilrch A F~#?,iclielli:R: I. 24128: 8: C Msrinib 22/25. K Redrord s~~arnrn.I ~legin;;ivil: c:I~A~L~&~,~.A 1912% PETER MUNTlNG 018 C'SHIP+ Overall Sash, Prizes 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C Frichel IUlI0: 20T LIVE BIRD SHIELD TEAMS: O/A &Ah: DOlivicru5IRI. A TEAM s1100r: lri Iillgsin, 30/30. R Vilcinr 50151: A: M P:msrrolu 25/25. D Schuheil 29/30, 3rd i. Sll;sna!n 58/60: H~rndnn2812% B: B Bnkcr 25/25. D WINNING TEAM: Soulhcrn - R Suhubcii, Picilcr 24/25: C: E DelMicl~elc2lY25. F A// evenk shot in one visit on one layout J ~liggin\.n ~i;\m~~.K ichi,t. A fiichcl Alli8,aos IX/?S: WiNNING TEAM: Inter- State and Postal Teams - Events 3.4 & 5 96110R: 257 SIB C'SHIP: OIA 61 C: A 1m,iun;,1 1201125: D 01iviem. P Mar- cohnni. hl Rnnrrob. P Cnlilgirose. A State Shoulder to Shoulder Teams R>n;un,io: OIA HlGH GUN: C Mlrinir Events 3.4 & 5 plus Postal Team Score. Overall, Wom, Jnr & Vet High Guns - Events 1-6 Soulh Aurlrallrn 14.3.99 Champion SA Shooter - Events 1-6 W/J/V ($65) Reduced Nominations - $18 Sll:mrm 83iY0: C: F Alkinmn 72n2. D Hulnphrcy 70175; WINNING TEAhl : W/J/V and Grade Seconds require min 4 entries. Soulhcrn R Schuhen. I Higgin~,D Ilummn. K Tci.%i.A Fiichcl 120/125.

Rl~n;lrlo-~\lrxmdrr31-3-99 Coal wilh rri81y penadr (291 - 30r hlXD C'SHIP: WA & AA: P llcody 5W50. 2nd F C;dt:%giione48150: A: R Schvbrri 49/50. A F-rmiglielli 47150: B: J lligglnr 4460. M Clrrk 43150. C: P Hrrrir JNSO. A Frickl (08 8531 1394 42/56: 25T 13lB C'SHIP: OIA & AA: G Height 4N96. 2md P Hendy 95N6: A: R Schuhcrl YIN?. ?,,d A Kahrlrch 30131: 0: I Hlg$ln%24/25. 2nd K Redloid 221253 C: P Hnm, 24/25. 2nd J Forbcr 21/25: 25T NS

Page 26 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999

at Illawarra Gun Club - 12th & 13t

PRACTICE SWOOT Complimentary Sausage Sizzle following

Event I. 25tgt Double Barrel 15m Cash Divide. Nom $20 Event 2. 25L& IlLnawarra Pointscore Championship. Nom $25 Cash prizes - 1st Overall $400 Cash & Sash, 2nd Overall $300 Cash 1st AA,A,B,C - $250,2nd AA,A,B,C - $150, Ladies & Junior - $150 Event 3. 50t@ Illawarra Anniversary Double Barrel Championship. Nom $35 Cash prizes - 1st Overall $1,200 Cash & Sash, 2nd Overall $600 Cash 1st AA,A,B,C - $300,2nd AA,A,B,C - $150, Ladies & I Junior - $150 ea Free Saturday night feast - Spit Roast

Event 4. 25tgt Double Barrel Cash Divide. Nom $20

Page 28 Australian Cley Target Shooting News May 1999 June 1999 on N.S.W. Leisure Coast Event 5. 25Lgt Illawarra Grand Handicap. Nom $25 Cash prizes - 1st $750 & Sash, 2nd $500,3rd $300,4th $200,5th $150, BM $150, FM $150 Event 6. 1999 Illawarra Open 50tgt Double Barrel. Nom $50 Cash prizes - 1st Overall $2,000 Cash & Sash, 2nd Overall $1000 Cash 1st AA,A,B,C - $600 & Sash, 2nd AA,A,B,C - $300, Ladies & Junior $300 ea High Gun - $1,000 Overall & Sash Grade High Guns $25 each Grade & Sash

CATERING, REFRESHMENTS, CARTRIDGES AND BAR CAMPING ON SITE AVAILABLE - MODERN AMENITIES RANGE & CLUBHOUSE AT BONG BONG ROAD, WEST DAPTO, PH (02) 4261 5804

I" I" ACCO ODATION: Elsinor Motor Lodge (02) 4261 3366; Downtown Motel (02) 4229 8344; Fairways Resort (02) 4276 1343; Oasis Resort (02) 4295 1622; Novotel Northbeach 1800 642 244

Club President: Fred Rapley (02) 4285 3177 Vice President: Brad Webb (02) 4229 1915

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 29

Goulburn Workers 14-3-99 Warm - 25T HCP: P Bourke 30130, Dubbo 1-3-99 2nd L Hearne 29130, 3rd P Hoare Light Run (231 - 50T SKEET: OIA: K 45145: 30T DB C'SHIP: OIA: P Lyons Fuller 47150; BEST 251s: D Conker 30130; AkM Lyons 30130. 2nd L 23125. J Smith 20125; 1OT WO: D Cuzner 30130; A: R Hnvg 30130,2nd W Coaker, J Smith, E Tucker, B Green- Barton 29130; B: S Crain 28130. 2nd P way, G Frceth, I Freeth. M bieLaugh- Bourke 27130: C: A hlurphy 27130,Znd Ian, P Jnekron 10110; 25T PIS CD: R A Croker 26130: 30T SIB CSHIP: OIA: Jenkins 73175, 1 Bjarksten, R Bcck. K L Cuzner 29130; Ak M Lyons 33133. Fuller, P Jackson 72175: 25TSIB CD: E 2nd G Kazolis 31133: A: R Haug 28/26, mcker 25/25, D Coaker. R Jenkins. B 2nd W Barton 21130; B: N Hinds 27130, ACT & District Team Greenawsy 23/25; 15PR DIR C'SHIP: 2nd P Bourkc 25/30; C: E Barton OIA: K Fuller 28130; AA: E Tucker 17130, 2nd A Murphy 18130; 30T PIS 26130, 2nd R Jenkins 22130; A: B C'SHIP: 01.4 M Lyons 89190; Ak P Greenawsy 24/30, 2nd J Nssh 24130; simon 2nd P ~yons87/90; A: W B: J Smith 23130, 2nd I Bjorksten ~a~ton83.90, 2nd R Ellis 83190; B: P 21130: C: C McLauchlan 23130. 2nd C Bourke 82190.2nd S Crain 76190: C:A Hilton 21130. Croker 74190, 2nd A Murphy 12/90; HIGH GUN: P Lyons. 25T Skeet Ganmsin 6-3.99 Hot Unscttlod Ill1 - 10T DB CD: J Grafton 145-99 25T Field & Game Jose ABound, L Graham, D Graham. Sunny & Hot 1221 - 25T NOVELTY L 6dd 10110: 25T SIB CD: T Jose HCP: 1st P Zikmnn 38140, 2nd P Teams of 4 shooters 23125 G Graham, D Graham 21128: Mffiuire 37140. 3rd R Colson 35138; 25T PIS CD D Graham 69115. L Todd 50T DW CLUB C'SHlP: OIA & B: R Trophies for 1st Team 63175: 25T DBCD: L Blake 25125; HG: White 50150; A: E Little 76178, 2nd P D Graham 1261135 Zikman 75178: B: R White 50150,2nd P 2nd Team hleGuire 56/58: C: B Ma joram 45150. Glen lnnes 65-99 2nd H Findl 39150; 25T SIB: A: 1st E 3rd Team (depending on numbers) Warm &Clear (261 - 25TDB CD:Ak Little, 2nd B Finch & P Batsan: B: 1st A Futter 25125, W Evcw 24125: A: C D Hancock. 2nd PSmith, 3rdM Harri- 1st Individual, 2nd Individual Bloxsomo 25/25. B Finch, I Burey. L son & R Whde; C: lo1 H Finch, 2nd R Kennedy 24125: 8: M Hickey 21/25: C: Dcane, 3rd RWesslink; HIGH GUN: D R Gaden Jnr D Maetnggart, H Finch Haneock & R \mite 941100. PRES INCLUDES PIG ON SPIT LUNCH 21/25; 25T PIS CD: OIA: A Fatter JNOT: P McCuirc. 70115; A 1 Buroy 75175, L Kenvedy 74/15, B: $1 Niekey 65115; C: H Fmch Grenfcll 14-3-99 69/75' B Bloxsomo 65175: 25T DW Fino &Sunny 110) - 5PR DIR EIO: P CON^. CD: AA: M Wade. A Futtcr Mould 6 J Gorman 9110; 15 PR 25125: A: D Cuningham, L Kennedy CENTRAL ZONE DIR C'SHIP: OlA & Canberra International Clay Target Club

Saturday 22nd Mav - 6pm Start Event 1. 25T Southern Zone PIS C'Ship Event 2. 25T Southern Zone S/B C'Ship Event 3. 75T Southern Zone UC

Sundav 23rd May - loam Start Event 1. 10T PIS W0C/D Event 2. 50T City of Queanbeyan D/B C'Ship Event 3. 50T State D/B Cont. C'Ship Reduced notns LJ,V 60% High Gun each day Food @.+ refreshments available Campitigfacilities available

Contact - David McLeod Contact Micliael Kliitk 041 7 661407 (02) 9625 8631 Brattho Reljarlovic 0412 225632

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 31 DUBBO GUN CLUB INC.

Presents . . . 15th Golden Fox Open Trophies, Sashes, Cash Over $1 0,000 June 5th & 6th, 1999 Locakon: Mendooran Road, 12 km from Brocklehurst turnoff. Saturdav 5th - 9.00 am Event 1. 20T D/B C/D E/O $1 1.00 Event 2. 25T S/B Countrywide Industries C'Ship $18.00 Event 3. 25T P/S Western Capital Trophy $18.00 Event 4. 30T D/B Ramiens Timbers C'Ship $18.00 Sundav 6th - 8.30 am Event 5. 20T D/B C/D E/O $11.00 Event 6. 25T P/S Dubbo Tool Centre C'Ship $18.00 Event 7. 25T S/B Trophy $18.00 Event 8. 15 Pr D/R Frank Cross Tyres C'Ship $18.00 Total Noms. $130.00 plus 0's $12.00 = $142.00 5 T S OPERATING FLOUR0 TARGETS Sashes & Trophies O/A, 1st & 2nd each Grade. Overall High Gun Sash & Trophy Events 1-8 Special Trophies H/G each grade. H/G Ladies, Juniors & Veterans The Committee reserves the nght to alter the program AMMUNITION, LUNCHES AND REFRESHMENT AVAILABLE BOTH DAYS. CAMPING FACILlTIES AVAILABLE. President: Errol Tucker Ph 02 6888 5146 Secretary: Ken Fuller Ph 02 6881 8 128

Page 32 Australian Clay Target Shooting Nows May 1999 A. A Drogemuller 31140, 2nd P Mould S Peters 67168: C: M Everlcigh 47150. * 26140: B: I Crisp 27140,2nd M Sinclair 2nd GAnderson 46150. 20130; 25T HCP: 1st G Sindair 24/25, 2nd R Percival 27130. 3rd I Crisp Guyra 28-2.99 26130. Showery (92) - 50T MASTERS The Forest Clay C'SHIP: CIA: M Blenman 1171120; AA Grifftth 1-3.99 F MrInncs 1111120, 2nd G Baxter Warm (151 - 25T PIS C'SHIP: CIA: B 1191120;A: B Dalgleish 971100. 2nd T Brighcnti; AA A Guglieumino, 2nd J Schaeffer 961100: B: R Beck 961100, Vardanega; A: G McDonald, 2nd J 2nd B Maehvl 1321140: C: GAndersan Target Club Inc. Evans; B: M Monteleone; C: S Laviano. 961100.2nd PAnderson 891100: NEW 2ndA Murdoeh; 25T SIB TROPHYAA: ENGLAND SIB C'SHIP: OIA: R J Vordanegn; A: G McDonald: B: B Hnmmand 26126: AA: C Baxter 25/26, Bnghenti: C: S Laviano; lOPR DiR: G 2nd G Lancaster 36139; A: T Schaefer Will hold McDonald, A Guglieumino 18120; 21128, 2nd C Hayes 26128: B: M Grills HIGH GUN: G McDonald. 22/25, 2nd C MeBean 26/28: C: G Anderson 22125, 2nd B Rumbel 20125: 25T DIB HCP: 1st C Hayes 32/32,2nd THE RMoady 31132, 3rdJ Lawrence 29/30; HIGH GUN: LAD: C McBenn 2471280; JNR: C Hayes 2591280: VET: L RLlItQL FIRE Kennedy 2611280: C: G Anderson 2551280: B: M Hickey 2561280; A: T Schaefer 2701280: AA: A Turner SERWCE 2751280: CIA: I Merriek 2751280. Hay 1.3.99 O'cast & Warm (181 - 10T PIS El0 CD: SHOOT 3 Possible* P Headon. J Headon. I Maeleod; 30T DIB C'SHIP: AA & OiA: B Doyle 46146:A: J C Headon45146;B: I Moeleod 31132: C: E Hardy 28/31; 20 15th - 16th May 1999 PR DIR C'SH1P:A: P Headon 39/40; B: 1Maeleod 25140: C: M Callanan 2W40: 20 PR DID C'SHIP: 1st R Cugley & J Dm Whittakers 98198, 2nd B & D Doyle; Saturdav 15th Mav 1-00 start CLUB MUG 10T SIB HCP: J Pelerscn: HIGH GUN: P Headon 991100. EVENT 1 20 TARGET POINTSCORE Cloudy, occasional Showers. Warm Trophies 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C (46) - SOT STATE Br'P CIA: R Wdal 48150: A. S Bowdwcn 46153, 2nd C Noms $20.00 + O'S $2.00 Strikc 45153: B: P mcGuire 45/50, 2nd P Holmes 45/53; C: K McBean 39151, EVENT 2 2nd C Bloxsome 48/61: 25TDiB KENT 50 TARGET DOUBLE BARREL Trophies 1st & 2nd A.4.A.B.C Noms $30.00 + 0's $2.00 Sundav 16th May 10-00 am start EVENT 3 100 TARGET DOUBLE BARREL Trophies 1st & 2nd AA,A.B.C DOUBLERISE Noms $60.00 + 0's $4.00 Sashes for all grade Winners Rural Fire Service Shield High Gun CLASSIC For Sunday only HIGH GUN 0- THE 2 DAYS 30th May, 1999 Noms over 2 days $110.00 + O'S $6.00 10.00 am commencing A meal will be served on 100 pr Doublerise Saturday night for a donation to be shot over 2 - 50pr events All welcome Children play area Cash trophies lst, 2nd in AA.A.B.C Refreshments, lunch & ammunition Grades over each 50pr. Range location : Nolan Road. Lakesland Cash for overall winner President Secretaq Mr Don Eastaway Mr Jack Kelland Lunch and Refreshments available (02)4657 1276 (02) 4681 8957

Serrrtary: Joy Dwight 02 63453217 ah. The committee reserves the right to alter the programme If necessary - May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shwting News Page 33 A: A Drog~muller31140. ?nd P hfould ~'ilc,AAPH~lmesPoJ,,.\ BF1n.h 28140: B: I Crisp 27140. 2nd M Sinclair JI Id: B C Jfnk~.JJ 3R: C D l'lnhle 20130: 25T HCP. 1st C Sinelair 24125. 1U 25, HIGII GUS B F8nehGi7U 2nd R Pereivol 27130. 3rd I Crlsp 26/30.

Cunningmalton 6-3-99 Fine & Overcast I221 - 10T PIS: P watehorn, R Irledwny; 25T DM: M: T Murphy, R Hill; A: P Watehorn. R Saturdav 1st Mav 1999 - 1.00~m Bayley: B: MGeistcnherg, PWildmsn; Skeet Competition - lOOt C: C Primmer; 25T S/B CBHIP: 1st T hlurphy, 2nd D MeMillan; 20T CONT: Trap Competition - 25t D/B C/D, 50t D/B AA: J Patcmm, F Roberts; B: M Geis- tenberg; A: P \Valehorn, C Anderson; Wednesdav 5th Mav 1999 - 6.00am C: A Murphy. Charles Waterhouse Memorial Trophy Shoot 25t D/B 15m - $10 Trap Competition - 50t DIB 2.00pm to 9.30pm Practice

Saturdav 8th Mav 1999 10.00am .-. .. . -. . . . Cool & Windy I221 - 10T DIB WO: T Southern Zone Double Trap Championship Harris, A Constable, E Fsulks, W 25 Pair CD, 50 Pair Championship Hulm, T Barnewall 10110: CANCER 1.00pm - Trap Competition PATIENTS ASSIS SOC DIB C'SHIP: lot Dm CD, 50t DIB, 50t PIS Wednesdav 12th Mav 1999 2.00pm to 9.30pm Practice 6.30pm - Skeet &Trap Competition Saturdav 15th Mav 1999 - 1.00om Trap Competition 25t D/B C/D 25tSIB - 50tPlS 11.00am Practice Wednesdav 19th Mav 1999 2.00pm - 9.30pm Practice 6.30pm -Trap Competition - 50t DIB Aodcrson 22125. 2nd B ~umbcl20125; 25T DIB HCP: 1st C Hsycs 32132. 2nd Saturdav 22nd Mav 1999 - 1.00~m R Moody 3U32. 3rdJ Lawrence 29130: 5 Stand Competition (Round 3) HIGH GUN: LAD: C McBcvn 2471280: Trap JNR: C Haves 2591280: VET: I. Competition - 25t El0 C/D, 50t D/B ~~~~~d~ 26i1280: C: G ~~d~~~~~ 2551280: B: M Hickey 2561280: A: T Majura Perk 7-3.99 Wednesdav 26th Mav 1999 25T CLUB HIC: 1st E Grannatikos 2.00pm - 9.30pm Practice 32/32. 2nd E Barton 31132. 3rd T 6.30pm Trap Competition 50t D/B Hey 7-3-99 Sehncidci 29130: lOOT DIB C'SHIP: - O'enst & Warm rl8l - 10TPIS El0 CD: OIA: T Schneider 1001100: AA: F 3 Possibles; P Headon. J Hendon, I Roberts 2091210, 2nd P Simon Madcod: 30T D/B CSHIP: AA 6 OIA: 2081210. A: D Reed 9N100, 2nd N Saturdav 29th Mav 1999 - 1.00~m B Uayle 46146:A: J C Hcsdan 45/46: B: Priuitt 971100: B: A Rice 991100, 2nd NSW Gun Club A.G.M I Maclcod 31132: C: E Hardy 28131: 20 IM Harris 931100; C: N DeSmct (Members Only) PR DIR C'SHIP: A: P Headon 39140: B: 931100. I Maeleod 25/40: C: M Cnllnnan 26140: 20 PR om WHIP: lst R cugley & J hlajura Park 10-3-99 Location: 131 Booralie Road, Terrey Hills, Whittakers 98198. 2nd B & D Doyle; 25T PIS: OIA: R Cameron 73175: AA: B CLUB MUG LOT Sm HCP: J Petersen; Skinner 71178:A: W Camcran 72/75: B: NSW 2084 HIGH GUN: P Headon 991100. I Melienzic 71175; C: D Carter 71/75; Phone (02) 9450 1775; Fax (02) 9846 3497 30T Mn': OIA: J Allan 50150: M: J Paternan 47/50: A: G Gccring 48150; B: Info: Club Captain: Sergio Zuffo (02) 9948 8182. C Scott 5SiG0: N DeSmet 46150. Sue Nicholls (02) 4.579 6332 Mattarelli DIPSare now in use on Olympic nap, Skeet, nap & ISU Layouts - 5 Stand Layout now in use.

Page 34 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 Majvra Perk 24.3.99 Orange 28-2.99 25T Dm OIA: B Skinner 1051105; AA Overcast & Drizzle (301 - CLUB P Simon 1051105, A: J Bainbridge MEDLEY SHOOT MXD TGT: AA J 85166; B: Thlitrou~is28/29: C: 1 Brown Cnltabiano 1611169. 2nd W Sharp 23126; 25T S/B: OIA: P Simon 34/35; 1481155: A: h1 Bmwn 1491155. 2nd P AA B Skinner 24/25: A: T Coutts Graham 1591169: B: A Esde 1531169, 32134: B: M Harris 22125; C: I Bmwn 2nd J Scuito 1521169: C: B Alston 12/25. 1261155: OIA: RHibbert 1631169. Narrandera 21-3.99 Port Maequarie 7-3.99 Raining (181 - IM' PS El0 CD: A Overcast, Hot 8: Strong Gusty Wind Bound. M Kruger-Davis. G Rudd, hi (21) - 2W DiS CD: AA. N Nugnet. K Monteleone. D Lucas, J TiNen, A Nedl. B Hoopcr 25/25: A: W Sellway, D Pwnne; 25T PS C'SHIP: OIA & AA. M Maekie 22125. A Pavlou 20125: B: I Kruger-Davis 1081108; A. M Manley Bmee 25125, T Duck, R Abraham, G 89190; B: L lbdd 88190: C: F Mon- Brown, S Wallis; C: G Leys 2Y25. 1 tcleone; 20T Hudson Shield WCAP: Leys 18125; 25T HCP: 1st G LEys 1st T Shemwd, 2nd S Papasidero, 3rd 25125.2nd K Neill 24125,3rd B Jones S Lariano: 25T DIB CD: R Ehlerr. M 23125; 25T CONT CD: AA K Neill Cash - Medals - Sashes Kruger-Davis, C Rudd; Hudson Shicld 25125. B Jones. N Nugent 24125: A: A Team Shwt: GrifEth: HIGH GUN: M Pavlou 21125. W Ncill, W Sellwny 191251 B: K McWhirter. S Wallis, T DuL 21125; C: GLEYB.I Leys19125; C 29th - 30th May 1999 Leys 13125: 20 PR DID: B Jones & B 6rl-3.99 Hoaper IW21; 2nd K McWhirter k T 9.00 am Start Hot - 75T + FINAL ISU TRENCH NZ Duck 17121; HIGH GUN: K Neill CARNNAL: 01.4 LTaylor 94/100: AA 14115. T J Turner Jnr 931100, B Miniei DOWNSIDE CLAY TARGET CLUB 88/1W, A: F Petriella 901100. S Zvdra Richmond River 12-3-99 891100: B: J Russell 901100, S J Fine (161 - NZ NIGHT DIB CSHIP: Bowden 66n5: C: E Zadm 4W5. D OIA: I Essory 45145; AA: 1st E Balogh 50 tg Handicap 50t Pointscore Canginno 24115; 125T + FINAL NZ 25125; A: E Gaod'25125; B: D C'SHIP: OIA: F Petriella 1441150; AA: Schamberg 23125; C: hi Crimmins G Knble 11.9125, T J Turner Jnr 22/25. Saturdav Ni~ht llU125: A: S Zadm 1121125. L Taylor 1001125; B: S "ash 1121125, S J Richmond River 28-3-99 Riverina Zone 40 tg Mixed Championship Bowdcn 1111125: C:APearakin 981125, Sunny & Hat (30) - 25T DIB AA E NSW State 50 tg Single Barrel Cont. D Cangiano 521125: 5OPB Dm NZ Balogh 5W58;A: K O'Brien 25125: B: I C'SHIP: OIA: T J Turner 911100: A: T Priddle 32134: C: G Goodo 23125: 2OPR Championship Psarakis 611100: B: S Nash 7011W; C: DB C'SHIP: OIA: K Ogtien 50160: J Russell 68/100: 15T + FINAL ISU AA P Bmm 33140, 2nd T Schneider SKEET: 01.4 Dcvnningham 961100; C: 50160: A: E Good 31140. 2nd E Balogh G Faster 781100, G Gosling 181IW; 30140: B: R White 30140, 2nd I Priddlc 50 tg Double Barrel 50 tg Single Barrel 125T + FINAL ISU SKEET NZ 28/40: C: R Deane 30140, 2nd P Con- C'SHIP: OIA: D Cunningham 1441150: salvo 32/50: 25T S/B: AA A Clarke C: G Gosling 1001125, L Pezzano 24/25: A: K O'Brien 24125; E: D 951125. Sthornberg 29/30: C: R Deane 21125;

ludes Central Zone DD Ch

Ross Sadler - (02) 6362 0020

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 35 Saturday 12th June and Sunday

18 & 13th June 1999 Saturdav 12th 9.30am start Event 1 25 Tgt Double Barrel Cash D~vide.Noms $12. 100 targets each day Graded AA,A,B,C. Sponsored by Singleton Retravision

50 tgt Redbank Greek Championship $24 Sash & Tmphy for Overall winner. Trophy lst, 2nd each grade. 1st & 2nd Trophies in all grades. Graded Sweeps 0's $2 Trappers $4 Sunday 13th 9.00am start Total Saturday $50 Event 4. 25 Tgt Double Barrel Cash Divide. Noms $12. Graded AA,A,B,C. Sunday 13th 9.00 am Start

50 tgt Trophy $34 1st Be 2nd each grade graded Sweeps 0's $2 Trappers $4 Total Sunday $60

SASH FOR REDBANK CREEK CHAMP, Total Noms $112 plus O'sweeps $6 SASH FOR OVEP,ALL AND GWED TROPHIES FOR HIGH GUN OVER 2 DAYS. OPEN HIGH GUN -SASH & TROPHY. Reduced noms for Lad/Jun/Vet. Camping FOUR GRADES, LADY, JUNIOR AND VETF,RANS HIGH GUNS. and Caravan facilities on grounds. VETERANS, LADIES AND JLNIORS 60% OF NOMWATIONS. Meals, refreshments and Pmsldent Matt Moloney 02 6647 6244 ammunition available. Accommodahon Contact Glen Porter 02 6646 2017 or fax 02 66469144 Committee reserves the right to alter the program. Information Bruce Smith 02 6572 3353 See June CTSN for any Update.

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& OIA: G Fletcher 40141, 2nd C Penno Tigani 134115% HlGH GUN: OIA: G 28/31; AA: T Knight 39141. 2nd G Hipwfll Hayden 1961200; LADIES: R Holt: VETS: 29/31; B: J Ahsalom 23/25, 2nd S Bmnr I Hah; JNR: A Pounceby. 22/25: C: A Paelling 21/26, 2nd P Om ZIITI; 25T DIB C'SHIP: AA & 01.4 M North East Absalorn 58158.2nd P Cmll 57158: A: W Perry 25/25. 2nd A Fletcher 29130: B: D pay. 2nd G Smith 30132: C: I Absalorn 23/25. 2nd C Smet 220.5: JNR: T Knight 25/25: LAD: A hefting 2W5: ENCOUR- Zone / VCTA AGEMENT A Suthsrland: ROCKIES RAFFLE: c om. Calac 14-2-99 May Program Fino & Hot (221 - IGT WD Dm GRD: AA: Saturdav 1st J Hot1 10110: A: S Clifford. J Fmor. R Pwkor IOlI0: B: M Halloway 10110; C: G Bendigo - 12.30pm start O'Dwyer 10110: CORAWGAMITE CUP 5 pair DIR Tower WO, 25 pair DIR Tower C'Ship 30T Dm: AA: G Coverdale 35135. 2nd R 25 Pair Skeet Doubles C'Ship Bnin 34/35: A: l fmes 45146.2nd S Clif- ford 44/46: B: P McDonald 30, hdAAllis Sundav 2nd 43144; C: G O'Dwyer 3.. 2nd M Rice 26: Echuen 14-3-99 Shepparton - 12 noon start WINNING TEAM: J Hall. G O'Dvysr. G Slight Breeze &Sunny - 25T PIS C'SHIP: 10 lgt PIS EIO. 40 tgt NEZ - MK Grd C'Ship Johnrlon. R Bmin. I Holt; 25T DIB PIS: OIABAA: B Wvlden81181.2ndRPaelling AA: J Holr 72175. 2nd G Coverdale 7W5: 74175: A: B Hooper 74/75. 2nd K Bru 20 tgt pr DIR Grd C'Ship. 20 pr DID C'Ship. Ai J Msrthey 73175. 2nd P McDonald 83/87: B: PSing78181.2nd KWildc 74175: Saturdav 8th 72175: B: K vrgg 88/90, znd B Fleming C: R Dohron 69175.2nd B Cormrck 65/75; Bendigo - 12 noon stalf 87190: C: G O'Dwyer 6M5,Znd I Stewm ZST SIB: OIA & AA: M Abrnlom 25/25. 63175: JNR: S CiiffordZIIM1, HlGH GUN: 2nd S ALklns 29130: A: C Rohb 25/26,2nd 50 tgt Sporting Clays C'Ship, 25t Skeet C'Ship J MnlUlcy 1211125: VET HlGH GUN: P R Lunghusen 24/26: B: K Wildc 24/25,2nd Sundav 9th McDonald 1201125. H Hawking 25128: C: R Dohron 23/25,2nd Echuca 12 noon start A Paelling 2OR5: 5OT DIB: OA & AA: J - Whiltaksrr 2341234, 2nd B Wrlden 25 lgt Ball Trap C'Ship, 20 tgt SIB C'Ship, 20 tgt 233/23* A: R Trail1 59160. 2nd I Kelly DIB C'Shio 56/52 8: P Sing 52153,Znd K Wilde 49150; Saturdav 15th C: R Dohron 46150. 2nd A Paclling 4015% 25PR Dm: OA & Ah: S Atkins 56i60. 2nd Bendigo - 1999 NEZ DTL Carnival (as per adv this 0 Benolli 54160: A: B Hoaper 53160.2nd G edition) Flclcher 52/W: B: K Wiide 46/64, 2nd H Wangaratta - 12.30pm start Hawking 45/63, 10 tgt DIB EIO, 20 tgt DIB C'Ship, 20 tgt Cont. E"ms 26-2-99 C'Shio Stiff Breeze (391 - 2GT Dm C/O: A 10 pair DIR C'Ship McChrvslrl. M Soencer G Crorhio. C Sundav 16th Mansfield - 12 noon start 15 tat Medlev El0 CID.. 80 tat- Medlev Grd C'Shio. . 20 tit ~ower'cl~ (time permitting) Deniliquin - 12 noon start 10 lgl DIB E/O, 25 tgt DIB C'Ship, 20 pair DIR C'Shin- -...- NORTH EAST 20 pair NEZ DID C'Ship 11 Saturdav 22nd Euroa - 1pm start 10 tgt PIS E/O, 25 tgt Bushranger DIB C'Ship, 25 tgt ZONE/ VCTA Trophy H'Cap Colbinabbin -6.30 pm start 25 lgt NEZ Night PIS C'Ship, 50 tgt State Night H'Cap. 1999 TRAP CARNlVA L Sundav 23rd Colbinabbin - 1.00pm start Held at Bendigo Clay Target Club 25 tgt DIB C'Ship, 20 pair DIR C'Ship, 20 pair Stale DID C'Shin Saturdav Mav 15th - 9.30 am Start II - -...r 11 NU-murkah - 12 noon start Event 1. 25 tgl NEZ Pointscore C'Ship. Noms $12. Opt swp $1 Grd SIB Tower, 20 tgt DIE, 50 lgt Cont. DIE, 20 lgt Overall Sash (takes Grade) AA.A.B,C 1st & 2nd II Prizes - Carlrldges Fridav 28th Event 2. 25 tgl NEZ Single Barrel C'Ship. Noms $12. Opt. swp $1 Mathoura - 7pm start Overall Sash (takes Grade) AA,A,B.C 1st R 2nd Prizes Trophies 10 tgl Cont. DIB El0 CID, 20 tgl Cont. DIB - ls1,2nd,3rd (sash) Event 3.25 tgt NEZ Handicap. Noms $12. Opt. Swp $1 15 tgl SIB OIA & 2 Grds Overall Sash. 2nd, 3rd. 4th. Prizes - Cash Event 4. 25 tgt NEZ Double Barrel C'Ship. Noms $12. Opt. Swp $1 Overall Sash (takes Grade) AA.A,B.C 1st R 2nd pair Prizes -Trophies Event 5. 15 pair NEZ Dauble Rise C'Ship. Noms $12. Opt swp $1 Overall Sash (takes Grade) AA,A,B,C 1st R 2nd Prizes -Trophies Wangaratta -12 noon start 50 tgl Skeet C'Ship, 50 tgl Skeet C'Ship Overall High Gun, Ladies, Junior & Veteran High Guns For further details contact the respective clubs, whose Refreshments and cartridges available at ground. details are in the 1999 VCTA Program Booklet. secretary - Peter Beaman, (03) 5449 6742 (H). (03) 5440 2520 (W).

Page 38 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 T Ednionron. \V Sanders 10110; T Foster. 0 Flruel. R LeLmunn. C maybery. PClarXe. G Fullcr9110:SIB C'SHIP: GA&A: DFlnvcl HlGH GUN: Glen Hnydcn 2291230 37139. 2nd R Lehmrnn 36/39: B: D Huri~ 22125,Znd 0 Hcinrieh 21/26: C: T Edmon. Glenvrie 3-99 son 2W25. 2nd H McClure 18/25: 25T CD AUST NIGHTZZCHAMPIONSHIP: Is

Goelone 283-99 Fine (27) - I0T PIS EJO CD: A Zoidon. G Thompson, P Carroll 30130: SOT PIS C'SHIP: AA & OIA: Pgrainger 1491150: A: G Willingham 1411150: B: D Dcmai 1381150: C: S MacGregor: 50T DIB C'SHIP: AA & OIA: S hrberrmn 81181; A: NIGHT STATE CHAMPION OF G Willillghvm 60161: B: E Ford49C10: C: P Milsod 57160. CHAMPIONS Frnnbton 14.3-99 Periccl(l281 - ZSTPIS: Ai R Nisbet74nZ Geelong 7-3-99 25 TGT D/B 25 TGT PIScore 25 TGT SIB B: B Dcviu 65/75: 45TAUTO & DRIVEN: Finc & Windy (231 - IOT PIS WO CD: W OIAll Sash plus Trophy 1st & 2nd AA.A.B.C 1st R Willirmr44145. B haycr:2ndU Irons Calaby 30130. Gary Hryden. Glen Hayden. 43145. R Hughes: 30T DIB: A: W brrry J Jolly 29130: COMMONWEALTH TITLE Norns $27.00 Red. $20.00 69169: B: R Hughcr 30130: C: A Asmar SOT DIB: AA & OlA: G Thompson 52152. Practice 6.30 till 7.00 26130: ISPR DRA: R Willirmr 23130: B: Glcn Hryden 51152:A: D Dcmari46150.W R Hugher 21130: SOTSKEET: A: G Denni- Cvlaby 43151: B: K Kay 47150. G Colemm President: Jeff Holt 5231 4933 AH 5233 4538 son 49150: 8: M Whilelaw 52155: C: L 44150: C: P Mifsud 36140: CGRlO BAY Secretory: J Postrno 5233 8293 AH Wuran 44151; 25T SKEET DBLS: A: G 50TPIS:AA &OIA: Glcn Hayden 1501150.

Sat 1st 12.30 ~m Event 1 - 5 Pr DIR Tower El0 $5.00 Mornington Clav Target Club Inc. Event 2 - 25 Pr DR Tower C'Ship A,B,C 1st Melwvys 146All & 2nd $15.00 Saturday 8th 12.00 noon Event 3 - 25 Pr Skeet Doubles C'Ship A,B,C Event 1 IOTgt Cont. Double Barrel El0 $4.00 1st & 2nd $15.00 Event 2 25Tgt Cont. Double Barrel $10.00 Sat 8th 12.00 noon Event 3 25Tgt Double Barrel $10.00 Practice each Friday at 4pm Event 1 - 50 tgt Sporting Clays C'Ship Secretary: Brendon Pingiaro 015 320 592 AA,A,B,C 1st & 2nd $16.00 Event 2 - 25 tgt Skeet C'Ship A,B,C 1st & 2nd Nepean Clav Target Club Inc. Melwvys 259 R Sat 15th 10.00 am Saturday 15th 12.00 noon l00T GI. Event AA,A,B,C 123 NEZ TRAP CARNIVAL 2 met. Backwards per loss. Start at 14m,16m,18m,20m. $28.00 Trap & Skeet practice evev Tuesday starting at 2.00prrr Friday 21st 6.30pm Commonwealth Night GI. M/T AA,A,B,C 1-2 $18.00 President - Wayne McCanhy Ph 03 5442 1776

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 39

O'herns Road P.0 Box 93, Epping 3076 Victoria. Reg No A 5465

Start Time 10.30am Practice Time Before Shoot Prior to 10.OOam Event 1. 25 Target Single Barrel (Trophies) lst,2nd,3rd Event 2. 25 Target Double Barrel (Prize) lst,2nd,3rd Event 3. 25 Target Handicap (Shells)lst,2nd,3rd , 4th, 5th Non ACTA Shooters will be Graded after Events 1&2 For the Handicap Event, Handicap - Overall lst,2nd,3rd , 4th, 5th Overall High Gun Boys (Prize - Silver Badge, Tailor made Shooting Jacket) Overall High Gun Girls (Prize - Silver Badge, Tailor made Shooting Jacket) -Junior Boys Yrs 12 & 13 lst, 2nd, 3rd -Junior Girls Yrs 12 & 13 lst, 2nd, 3rd -Intermediate Boys Yrs 14 & 15 lst, 2nd, 3rd -Intermediate Girls Yrs 14 & 15 lst, 2nd, 3rd -Senior Boys Yrs 16 & 17 lst, 2nd, 3rd -Senior Grrls Yrs 16 & 17 lst, 2nd, 3rd

Best Non Placed Performer - Achievement Awards - (Certificates) ALL SHOOTERS MUST HAVE A JUNIOR PERMIT NOMINATIONS FREE, AMMUNITION SUPPLIED FOR COMPETITION ONLY Please contact one of the below numbers with the number of Juniors attending. Bill Iles 9718 1413 Bert Lobey 019 184 347 Peter Signorotto 9252 7259 after hours 9308 2936 Sponsors: Burton Industries, GT International (Jackets), Raytrade PIL, Branch Services Metro Gun Club Znc, Metro Field & Game Club, Diangle Refrigeration

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 41 Hubble 30150; 257 SPORTING CLAYS H Ros5 1361150: C: A Michelis 1021150; GRO CD: A: U berlrili 23125. 2nd A 501'DIB C'SH1P:AA: PGninger49150:A: O'Conncll 24125: 8: 1st equal 1 Orgood & G McCluic 50150: B: EAlliron 54/58: C: A G C:lnclls 20125; C: J Grcurr 20125.2nd L Michclis 40150; lmT SKEFT: AA: G Dcn- Rcync& F Hubble 17/25. niron96/iW:A&OIA: RCnrler99lIW: B: METROPOLITAN C Crrlon9811W: C: R Molingilmbi 8211W. hlnryhorough &District 12-3-99 CLAY TmGET CLUB ING. Fine , hlild Night (I21 20T DUCK Melbourne 8-3-99 SHOOTERS SPECIAL: AA: G C;lrrclli Fine (138) - 1999 FLOCCHI GRAND O'herns Road P.0 Box 93, Epping 3076 Vic 22/14; A: L Johnson 20R0; B: A Slcvrnron PRlX 75T SPOtirING: OIA: M Seymour Ph/Fax 03 9401 3134. ~eg~o~s465 24128: C: F Hubblc 13/20: I5T DIB 70n5; 1st C Macpherron 70175. 2nd P N0VlCEC'SHIP:AA: A O'Canncll 15115: Tohin 69/75. 3rd F Bolicn 67175. 4th hf Rurro 66175. 5111 I' Blacker 62175. 61h T BC~C~,6217s. ich T H~~~~~~~~6205. 8th J Elliol61175.91hV Dubocrnin61175. 10th P Moryhamugh & Dirtrlcl27-3-99 Hall 61175. 11th R Recr 61/75, 12th B Over~asL& Mild (231 - SOTDIE C'SHIP: Loblcy Mm5. 13th G Morey Wn5. 14th G May OIA: A O'Conntll 5we AA: 2nd T uauglrr 60n5. 15th R Bvicher 59175, 16th Bouchcr 49/50: A: Noel Blrke55156.2nd U P Pcllil59175. 17th RBulchcr59n5. 18thR Hro>ford 63/61; 8: Neil Blvckmar~48150. Evans 59175. 19th J Ray8rond. 20th S Talc Programme 211dA S~evenson4861:C: F Hubblc 16150. 59175: VET: T Spenrc 66175; JNR: R 2nd M lisen 44/50: SOT PIS C'SHIP: OIA blaiino 49175: LAD: \\' \Vtllam 50175. &Ah: Noel Blrke 1471150.2ndA O'Con- Sundav 2nd 12.00 noon start nell 1441150: A: L Johnron 1431150.2nd 0 Mclbournc 1YJ199 Han~lonl1411150; B: A Sfevcnran 1421150. Finc (501 - 75TTRCNCH &FINAL: OIA: Event 1.10 tgt EO DB Pts CD $8.00 2nd J Hill 1411150; C: F Hubbic 1331150. A Vclla9811W A: S Pilipasidis 71175: 8: S Event 2. 25 tgt DB 1stA.B.C $10.00 2nd M lprcn 1171150; 25T OR C'SHIP: Zotli 63175: C. S Price 64175: ICQT DIE OIA & AA: T Bouchcr 46150. 2nd A C'SHIP: AA P DIA: P Haslam 981IW. 2nd Event 3.25 tgt Continental 1st A.B.C. $10.00 O'Conncll 41150: A: 0 Hrnrlonl 38151. M WBwry97IIW,A:A Blcrse981iW.2nd G Event 4.25 tgt DB Pts 1st A.B.C. $10.00 Bmdy 37/50: 8: J Hill 41150. 2nd G Ruff McCluis 9711W: B: B Forfcsc 9611W.2nd 3Y60: C: F Hvbblc 38150. 2nd P Fcrgur H Ross 9511W: C:A Michclis8111W. 2nd Event 5. 50 tgt Skeet 1st A.B.C. $20.00 29150: HIGH GUN WINNER: Noel Blakc B Jones 731IW. 75TSKEET AA. A Chuck 74175: A: G Whilrker 73175: 8: C Culon Mclbovine 27-1-99 lOn5: C: G Doran 66175: 25T SKEET Sundav 9th 11.00 am start Finc & sunny (551 - 25 PR Dm: AA: D DBLS: A: A Chick 24/25; B: C Cnrlon Event 1. 50 tgt Simulated OTG noms close 24/25: C: G Docan 20125. 1.00 pm hlelbourne 30.1-99 Finc & Overcasl (651 . ROBERT F Event 2. 25 tgt Simulated OTG BUCHANAN PERPETUALSILVER CUP: 25T PIS C'SHIP: AA: M Bripgs 73175: A & OIA: L Howell 75175: 8: E Allison 13/75: Sundav 16th 12.00 noon start C: B Jones 72175;75TTRAPC'SHiP: AA: B Hvmphries 1471150. 2nd C Cnrrol Event 1.10 tgt EO DB Pts CD $8.00 Mclbournc 6-3-99 I4Nl50: A: R Lrmbdcn 1191125. 2nd P Event 2.20 tgt DB 1st A.B.C $9.00 Hot & Orercrst (35) . 50T PIS C'SHIP: Taylor 1421150; B: H Rorl 111125. 2nd hl Event 3. 30 tgt Continental 1st A.B.C $12.00 AA: J King i471150:A: FFoan 1451150: B: Rocrd 1151125: C: S Pellegrino 1071125. Event 4. 25 tgt Skeet 1st A.B.C $10.00 Event 5. 50 tgt Skeet 1stA.B.C $20.00 Sundav 9th 11.00 am start Event 1. 50 tgt Simulated OTG noms close 1.00 pm Pool Shoot Ungraded Time Permitting Saturdav 29th 10.30 am start VICTORIAN JUNIOR CLASSIC SHOOT Event 1. 25 tgt Single Barrel (Trophies) 1st 2nd 3rd Event 2.25 tgt Double Barrel (Prizes) 1st 2nd 3rd Event 3.25 tgt Handicap (Shells) 1st 2nd 3rd Nominations & Ammunition supplied Free for Competition Shooters Only Free BBQ For Jur~iorShooters 12.00 Noon Onwards Sundav 30th 11.00 am Start Event 1.60 tgt Novelty Practice Shoot with Prizes All Sizooters Welcome Norns Close 1.00pm 11 am Start. Norns $105.00 plus opt sweeps. PRACTICE 25 Target Event off 25 Meters (2 Grounds) Special Memorial Trophy for George Magdziarz Jnr. Saturday 12pm to 5pm - DTL, Skeet & Tower Donated by Magdziarz Family. Sunday 12pm to 5pm - Limited DTL & Skeet Tuesday 12pm to 5pm - DTL, Skeet & Tower. If the winner uses Champion Cartridges Ballan Ballantines will generously donate 1000 Shells. President - Bert Lobley Ph 9465 1396, Practice from noon Saturday 15th & from Mobile 0409 184 347 12 Nancy Veal phlfax 9401 3134.

Page 42 Austi.olian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 Fnrntwonh 30132: C: M Punridge 22/25; HIGH GUN: F Dimori 19/50.

MiIdura 6-3-99 Victoria Road Lilydale 25T HCP: In C McSwrin 25/25. 2nd P Dimori 26128. 3rd I Dimo'ii 25/28: 25T Marrcll 8-3-99 Phone (03)9739 177 1 GRD TROPHY SHOOT: 01.4 & B: F Sunny varirblc light NE wind (40) - lOOT Dimoci 25/25;AA: C McS~vain21RS: A: D DIB: AA: I Lewis 100. D Barnes IO?llM; Fax (03)9739 1384

Saturdav 1 st 12 noon 1. 25 Tgt point Score Grd Trophy A.B.C $10 2. 50 Tgt Double Barrel C'Ship AA.A.B.C $17 Mornington Clay Target Club 5. 10 Pair Double Rise Grd Trophy A.B.C $9 One White Flyer Electric DTL Trap with 4. 75 Tgt Sporting C'Ship AA.A.B.C.Vet. $30 continental motor. In very good condition. Only $1 950 or best offer. Saturdav 8th 12 noon For further information contact 1. 75 Tgt Trench t Final 0JA.A.B.C $50 Spiro on 30 5978 8618. 2. 50 Tgt Point Score Grd Trophy AA.A.B.C $17 3. 50 Tgt Double Barrel Grd C'Ship AA.A.B.C $17 4. 75 Tgt Skeet Grd Trophy AA.A.B.C $25 5. 25 Tgt Skeet Doubles C/D $10 CLAY TARGET CLUB INC. Saturdav 15th 12 noon Sundav 2nd Mav 1. 25 Tgt Single Barrel Grd Trophy A.B.C $ I0 12.00 pm Start 2. 25 Tgt Double Barrel Grd Trophy A.B.C $10 HEATED CLUBHOUSE - LADIES. JUNIORS & VETERANS REDUCED NOMS. 5. 25 Tgt Point Score Grd Trophy A.B.C $10 10 tgt Points El0 Norns $6.00 4. 75 Tgt Sporting Clays Grd AA.A.B.C.Vet $30 25 tgt North East Zone Mixed Target Charnpionship O/A & 2 Grades Norns $9.00 Saturdav 22nd 12 noon 20 Pr Double Rise Charnpionship I. 75 Tgt Trench t Final O/A.A.B.C $30 O/A & 2 Grades Norns $12.00 2. 25 Pair Double Rise Grd C'Ship 20 Pr Deauviiie Doubles Championship AA.A.B.C $17 1st & 2nd Noms $9.00 3. 75 Tgt Double Barrel Grd C'Ship Ladies Trophy on Chornpionship if 3 or more each event. AA.A.B.C $25 HIGH GUN SASH 4. 75 Tgt Skeet Grd C'Ship AA.A.B.C $25 Sponsored by Bill Eagle. 5. 25 Tgt Skeet Doubles C/D $10 Sundav 6th June 12.00 pm Start Saturdav 29th 12 noon 10 tgt Handicap El0 1. 50 Tgt point Score Grd C'Ship AA.A.B.C $17 30 tgt Handicap 30 tgt DIE! Graded Charnpionship 2. 50 Tgt Double Barrel Grd C'Ship 20 tgt PIS Graded Chornpionship AA.A.B.C $ 17 5. 75 Tgt Sporting C'Ship AA.A.B.C.Vet $30

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 43

P Derlnond 45/50,2nd I\Vales 33/50: C: R Woods Poinl28-3-99 Lay 41150. 2nd E Wds 3715ll 2W D/B Drizzle - ST El0 PIS: P Dcsmond. B PIS: OiA R 0: A Guppy 59iM): A: P rorren. R kiilcy. J !Vod IS/lS: 75T D/B Derlnond 47/60: C: C Lay [email protected] C'SHIP: A: R Kirley 74/75. 2nd T Apps lalionr lo Alrn Guppy for u clean sweep or 7M5: B: B Forest 77/52. 2nd A Guppy all cv8vents and the Nigh Gun over ihcTwo 16/82: C: M Kirley 66175. 2nd D Hudrrcll Day Shoo,. 65fl5: IOPR AUTO DRIVEN: Irl B Forrest 14120.2nd R Kiilcy 13120.3rdTAppr 1x0

Alirc Sprin~r27.2-99 Robinson. M Ihvaoki. T Hnikci. E Hwkr: Worn, & Muggy ?ST SKEEE In 1 Nihd HIGH GUN: B Evrns9S1110. 29/34 2nd M llvnkiw 28/34. 3rd J Conray 18/25; ST E/O: M Ivnnkiw, B Eu;mr 515: Darwin 20/21-3-99 50T DIE STATE HCP: 1st M lvallkiv Hot & Very Sticky - 207 HCP: lu R 27/30. 2nd B Evmq 25/30, 3rd T Hnrkr'i Schmidt 25/25: SOT PIS: ,\A: R king CLAYTARGET CLUB INC. 24/30: SOT DiB CLUB HCP: B Evans. A 14SllSO:A: CDerpalir 1401150: 8: T Laker Postal Address: PO Box 806 Werribee Vic 3030 PLEASE NOTE: Darwin Clay Target Club Correct Dates for PRACTICE EVERY WED & SAT FROM 1.30 PM 1999 Annual Shoot May 1 st & 2nd Trench 82 D/Trap State Elimination's Sunday 2nd (not 15-18th July as advertised in April CTSN) 75 Tgt Sporting Clays State Team Shoot Sunday 9th (Mothers Day) 10 Tgt P/S E/O C/D $6 20 Tgt D/B Champ $8 20 Tgt P/S Champ $8 PO Box 244 20 Tgt S/B Champ $8 Noonamah NT 0837 These 3 events sash O/A $500 of chocolates will be Saturday & Sunday 17th & provided as trophies 18th July, 1999 9.00am Start Sunday 16th Day 1: 50 D.B. 50 Skeet 75 Tgt Trench & 25 Tgt Final $30 Day 2: 10 D.B. 50 D.B. 25 P.S Sash O/All, 1st A-8-C Barra & Buff BBQ Available / Bar 75 Tgt Skeet $25 1st. 2nd & 3rd Darwin Annual 4 Day Shoot 25 Tgt Grd D/B $10 22,23,24,25 July 15 Pair Grd D/Rise $ I0 Sash O/All, Cash to winners Saturday & Sunday 31st July & 1st Aug, 1999 Sunday 30th 8.00am Start 100 TGTS FOR $30 Day 1: 50 Sporting Graded AA3/C 4 SASHES & 3 CASES OF SHELLS Day 2: 50 Sporting Graded AIBIC WlLL BE PROVIDED AS TROPHIES HIGH GUN OVER 2 DAYS 25 TGT DTL. 25 TGT SKEET BARRA & BUFF BBQ AVAILABLE 1 BAR 25 TGT TOWER, 25 TGT TRENCH ALL SHOOTS SPONSORED EVENT WlLL BE GRADED 20 MINS FROM DARWIN Pres.: A DeMuri 9369 5052 BH Camping auailable at Club Grounds Sec: Ian Urch 04 18 394 877 Enquiries: Risto Laine (Presl 04 1160 4722 Lauren Schmidt (See) 08 8988 4449

May 1999 Australian- Clay Target Shooting News Page 45 FLY QANTAS

15,000.00 Cash and\ Trophies

THURSDAY 22 JULY - SUNDAY 25 JULY Thursday, 22 July Saturday, 24th July 9.00 am Pro Air Skeet Championship 8.00 - 8.45 am Practice loot Skeet (50 Skeet 25 Pr D Skeet) Event 4. Berrimah Second Hand Building Supplies El0 lot SB $300 cash Event 5. C.S.R Hume Concrete 2.30PM D.T.L. Practice 3Ot Pointscore (AA,A,B,C) O/A Sash 7.00 pm Winchester State Night 1st ea grade TEAC Hi Fi System, 2nd ea Championship grade Trophy 50t Double Barrel (AA,A,B,C) Event 6. N.A.K Plumbing Championship O/A Sash; 1st ea grade: Case Ammo, 50t Double Banell (AA.A,B,C) OA Sash 2nd ea grade: Trophy 1st ea grade Large Fibre Glass Esky, 2nd ea grade Trophy Friday, 23rd July 6.30pm Dinner and Calcutta 8.00 - 8.45 am Practice Event I. T & M Concreters El0 Sunday, 25th July 10t Pointscore O/A $300 Cash 8.00 - 8.45 am Practice Event 2 Computer Sales and Leasing Event 7. T & M Concreters El0 Champion of Champions lot handicap, $300 Cash 60t Mixed (20t DB, 20t Pscore, 20t SB) 16m Event 8. Fishing & Outdoor World Championship 30t Handicap, O/A Sash 2nd ea grade Trophy. 1st U & 0 Shotgun, 2nd Floor Rug, 3rd Event 3. Aboriginal Fine Arts Portable Phone Championship Event 9. Qantas Calcutta 50T D/B 20 pr Double Rise (AA,A.B.C) O/A Sash, 1st ea grade Return Airfares O/A Sash; 1st ea grade Aboriginal Art, 2nd ea grade Trophy (AA-I8m. A-17m. 2nd ea grade Trophy B-16m.C-14m)

HIGH GUN (Events 1-9) Frontier Carpets ei Vinyl O/A Sash Ladies, Juniors and Veterans (60) years & Over). Full Nomination: Friday to Sunday $230, Ladies, Juniors, Veterans $190. Full nominations include a Calcutta Dinner Ticket. Trophies ladies. Juniors and Veterans (min 3 competition). Camping available on grounds. Air conditioned units avail - for bookings call Airport Hotel, ph (08) 8985 4555 fax 8948 2232, or Coconut Grove Apartments, ph (08) 8985 0500 fax (08) 89850591. $15,000 total cash & trophies. Calcutta $5000 (approx). Enquiries Greg Chan (08)8981 6398 (bh) or Rod King ph/fax (08) 8927 8070

Return to DdnClay Target Club Inc. PO Box 4 1 00 1, Casuarina. NT 081 1 - fax (08) 8927 6509 Name: ...... Phone: ...... Club: ......

Page 46 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 1341150: C: R Binstead 1691189; 50T Dm: Tennanl Creek 20-3-99 AA: 0 Zlmmitl 50150: A: G Vazanellis Nigh! Warm (6)25T DIE: 1st G Allen 26126. 49150: B: R Schmidt 46150: C: R Binncad 2nd M lwmkin 25126, 3rd C Ellioii 24/25: 50156: 50T SIB: A & OIA: G Vanzellir 25T Dm: 1st C Elliot 25127. 2nd D llahde 4860: AA: R King 45150: 8: M Evrns 24/27. 3rd G Allcn 20125. 42150: C: R Binstead 39150: 25 PR DR: A & OIA: M Vaunellia 39/50: AA: D Zammin Tap End 28-24 38150: B: R Schmidt 35150; C: R Bin-lcrd 50T SKEET. A: P Cmlc 47/50: B: A Bmivn Combiined 35/50. 45150: C: R Scllmidl 40150: 25T DlB CD: 23125. G Draper 25125. J Evrns 2U25. T~nnsntCreek 6.3.99 Rain & Windy (9) IOTDm CD: 131GAllen Top End 2a.3-W Stwe Carrnfwar1 9/10: 25T HCP DIB: 1st C Elliot 22125: 25T Ovcrcrsf - 85T DTL: A: P Cmtc 73185; B: CONT Dm: 1st B Harker 23125. 2nd T R Schmid, 80185: C: R E~ne72185: 25T Koivvmake 21/25,3id M lwrnkin 20125. SKEET CD: GPI: P Crule 24/25: GP2: N D.T. L. & Skeet Tumcr 23125. 9th June to 14th June 1999 Venue Alice Springs Gun Club Thursdav 9th Alhcna" 28.2.99 B Sadl~r73/75; A: C Tanner 71/75: B: C Skeet Practice All wcl wcsher geu (28) - 25T SKEET. B: Boyd 73/15: C: B Pcrks 50il5: 15 PR DIR: M Collins 25: C: E Collins. L Sclkc. A AA: S Smidl:A G Smith: B: R Wright: C: B Carella. A Frew, R connorr. B Hyland. S Perks: OIA HlGH GUN: B Srdler 1701180: Fridav 10th. 8.00am Zomllo. S Robenron 25; 25T DIE: AA: M JNR HlGH GUN: T Vania 140/180: VET Event I. 25tgt Skeet Eye Opener. Noms $10 Collin~.A Poggioli. M COSW25: A: E HlGH GUN: R Wright 1651180. Collinr. P Whrlley. M Percrsini. S Zoncllr Cash Divide - Off Gun. 25: 8: S Coco 24: C: G Banon 24: 25T SIB: Bmthadsekay 14.3.99 Event 2. Paul Weis Memorial C'ship. Noms $251$16 AA: M Collinr 25; A: S Archi 24: 8: S Coco Ovcrcrsl & \vet (20) - 25T EJO: G Fawcelt. 50tgt Graded A,B,C. 21; C: G Barton 24: 2ST DIB Hlcrp: G R Woadhause. D coxwc11. R Dun" 20/20: P Banon 24: 2nd M Collin 24.3rd M Pcresrini Doring. A Love. C Neilsen 19/20: 25T PIS: Event 3. State Skeet C'ship 50tgt. Noms $25/$16 24: 15 Pair DR: AA: A Draper, P Robenson AA/A: R Dunn 7W5, 2nd C Eldridge: B: S Graded A,B,C. 26: A: P Whatley 25: B: L Robenron 20: C: Couren 73/75. 2nd A Love 7M5: C: P G Banon. P Jclsan 18: High Gun: AAi M Bastable 65/15. 2nd J Sheaf" 54/75: 25T Collir 9>A: P Whrlley 94: B: S Coco 82: C: HIC: 1st C Eldridge 24125. 2nd N Lewis Saturdav 11th. $.Warn G Banon 86. 23125: 25T SIB: AAIA: In R Dun" 24/25. 2ndC Eldrid~e21125: B: 1st A Lovc 22125. Event 4. State Skeet Doubles 5Otgt. Noms $25/$16 Brirbpne28-3-99 2nd G Prw&il 19125: C: 1st P B~sirblc Graded A,B.C. 25T DIB SIS: AA: B Srdlci, S Smith 25125: 22/25,2nd A Bmokr 19125. Event 4a. Postal Skeet Team. k S rannillnrn 15/27 R. R Wriohl 71175- Saturdav 12th. 12.00 noon 10.00am -Trap Practice Event 5. lOtgt Pointscore Eye Opener. Noms $10 Cash Divide OIAll. Event 6. 50tgt State Double Barrel C'ship. Noms

Graded AA.A,B,C. Gun Club (Inc) Qld Sundav 13th. 8.00am Mt Petrie Road. Belmont. Brisbane. 4153 Event 7. IOtgt Single Barrel Eye Opener. Noms $10 W Box 330. Carina Qld 4152 . Ph 07 3398 4555 Cash Divide OIAll. Event 8. 50tgt State Single Barrel C'ship. Noms 1999 MAY PROG Graded AA,A,B,C. Event 9. 50tgt State Pointscore C'ship. Noms $25/$16 Sundav 9th Mav 9.30 am Graded AA,A,B,C. 100 Targets Skeet Event 9a. Postal Trap Team. Sundav 16th Olympic Trap Mondav 14th. 8.00am 125 Targets Graded $35.00 Event 10. lOtgt Handicap Eye Opener. Noms $10 Double Trap & Skeet Options. Event I I. 30tgt State Handicap. Noms $25/$16 Graded 1st. Znd, 3rd. Wednesdav 19th Event 12. 25pr State Double Rise C'ship. Noms $25/$16 Night Practice $6.00 per round Graded AA.A,B,C. Sundav 30th 9.00 am Start 25 Target Sweepstakes * A.G.M. 4.00pm Saturday at Cluhrwms AA.A.B.C $8.00 * 1999 Skeet Team Events 2,3 25 Target D/B Points Trophies M.A.B.C. $10.00 * 1999 D.T.L. Team Events 6,s & 9 25 Target S/B Trophies * Skeet High Gun Events 2,3 & 4 AA.A.B.C $10.00 15 Pair D/Rise Trophies AA.A.B.C $10.00

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 47 EMCMY TARGET CLUB INC. SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND Situated approximately 20km south of Stanthorpe

SUNDAY 16TH MAY, 1999 Nominations 8.00am Shoot Commencing 8.30am Practice Shoot Saturday 15th May - 2.00pm 25t Granite Belt Double Barrel Continental Championship 15m $14.00 Badge & Trophy Overall; Badge & Trophy AA,A,B,C Grades 1st Trophy AA,A,B,C Grades 2nd. 25t Apple & Grape Point Score Championship 15m $14.00 Badge & Trophy Overall, Badge & Trophy AA,A,B,C Grades lst, Trophy AA,A,B,C Grades 2nd.

30t Double Barrel Cash Medley Event $22.00 $750.00 - Medley to be shot at 1 visit lot Points 15M, 20t Double Barrel Handicap - Divided 60%,30%,10% $50 1st and $35 2nd in each grade AA,A,B,C Grades (lst, 2nd,3rd not eligible for gradeage prizes)

in Teams match. LADIES, VETERANS, JUNIORS NOMINATIONS - 60%FULL NOMINATION HIGH GUN AA,A,B,C - FRONT MARKER HIGH GUN VETERANS, LADIES, JUNIOR HIGH GUNS (IF 3 OR MORE NOMINATE) BARBECUE LUNCH SUNDAY - REFRESHMENTS -AMMUNITION AVAILABLE MANAGEMENT WOULD APPRECIATE SHOOTERS TO REFEREE AND SCORE. The committee reserves the right to alter the program if considered necessary We wish to sincerely thank our generous donors a number who have sponsored us for many years. Without your generous support our shoots during the years would not have been as successful. THANK YOU! SAUERS IAMA; MURRAY BROS; GRANITE BELT FRUIT FREIGHTERS: LINDSAY BROS TRANSPORT; MEMBERS OF THE BALLANDEAN GUN CLUB; BALLANDEAN HALL & SPORTS COMMITTEE; SMORGANS; PRIMAC: MCCOSKER MOTORS; PIERPOINT MOTORS; JOHN VICHIE FIREARMS; CENTRAL MOTORS; STANTHORPE NEWSAGENCY; GLEN TURNERS MENSLAND; WINCHESTER AUSTRALIA, GRANITE NEWS BOOKS & STATIONERY; MADDPS GIFT GALLERY; HAWKER BROS BUTCHERY; BILL BONNER CHEMIST; BOB SWORD CHEMIST; FRANKS BOBCAT HIRE; DEVENEPS AP PACK; ENVIROCANOPIES; QFS; CANNON VALLEY PACKING HOUSE; SHAMROCK MARKETING; HARVEY WORLD TRAVEL; SAM GIACCA TRANSPORT; STANTHORPE ELECTRICAL, BURTON & MILLS ELECTRIC& O'MARAS HOTEL; STAN- THORPE AERATED WATERS; GROW FORCE; GRANITE BELT TYRES; SUNDOWN WINERY; GOLDEN GROVE WINERY; FELSBURG WINERY; M & D AUTOPARTS; SMITH'S FURNISHINGS N THINGS; J & M WISE.

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DWYER AVIATION niversary Carnival asta 30th May 1999 $10, 000 + in prizes Saturday May 89th 9.00- Event 1. 25t D.B. Continental 15m $16.00 OIAll, 1st & 2nd U,A,B,C Event 2. Olirnpyc Targets 25t P.S. 15m $16.00 OIAll, 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C Event 3. Selected Meats 5Ot D.B. 15m $26.00 OIAll, 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C Anniversary Dinner - Saturday night 6.30 pm members, past members and guests welcome Sundav Mav 30th 8.30- Event 4. 25t S.B. 15m $16.00 OIAll, 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C Event 5. 25t D.B. 15m $16.00 OIAll, 1st & 2nd AA,A,B,C Event 6. Colls Earthmoving 5Ot D.B. H'Cap $30.00 lst, 2nd, 3rd & 4th ION HIGH GUNS

W, J, V 60% No shooting the whole program W, J, V Trophies m events if 3 or more competitors The Club would like $0 thank the sponsors named above as well as Winchester for their generous sponsorship, Draw for free nommations For more information contact:Carol Betteridge (07) 4782 2455 Glen Rea (07) 4784 9298

Page 50 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 CENTRAL eandamine Gun @lub

GUN CLUB INC. ANNUAL Mundubbera - Queensland (AffiliafedA.C.ZA. Incorporated) Annual TWO bAV One Day Shoot SHOOT. rus Carniva @ 28h an4 9 39h Julne ,1999 Shoo Saturdav 12th - 10.00am Start Event I: 30T DIB - 15m - Sweepstakes $15.00 1st. 2nd. 3rd - AA,A,B & C Grades Sunday 20th June 1999 Event 2: 30T Medley - 15m $18.00 (iOT Dm. 10T S/B, IOT PIS) 9.00am sharp 1st & 2nd AA.A,B & C Grades Event 1. Event 3: 30T "Condamine Bell" D/B C'Ship - 15m $20.00 25tgt Double Barrel Sweeps off 15rn OIA, 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Grades Noms $13 60% Nominations - Div AA.A.0.C Grades Event 2. Sundav 13th - 9.00am Start 3Gtgt Double Barrel Top Cot Trophy Event 4: 50T QLD State Handicap $28.00 Event off l5m. Norns $15 Ist,2nd,3rd,4th,5th Top Cat Trophy Overall. 1st & 2nd Trophy in Calcutta Event AA.A.0.C Grades Event 5: 30T PIS "Chair" Event - i5m $19.00 Event 3. 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Grades Publicans Championship Event Norns $25 1st in each grade - squatters chair. 3Gtgt Double Barrel Points off 15m Event 6: 30T "Condamine Bell" SIB C'Ship - 15m $20.00 Trophy & Badge for 1st in AA.A.0.C Grades OIA. AA,A.B & C Grades And Trophy for 2nd in each Grade Total noms $120.00 Mark Sheliv Memorial Shields to be shot in conjunction. 60% NOMINATIONS FOR LADIES & JUNIORS Teams of 5 required $10 per Team SHOOTING WHOLE PROGRAM. Trophy for each member of the winning HIGH GUNS - OIA, AA, A,B,C GRADES, VETERANS, team. LADIES &JUNIORS - ...... Sponsored by The Condamine Hotel - 25tgt Double Barrel Handicap. Noms $13 Licensee Andrew Stnitlr Trophy - 1st. 2nd. 3rd. 4th Camping facilities on the grounds with hot & cold showers HIGH GUNAA.A.B.C GRADES ALSO VETERAN ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE: AND JUNIOR HIGH GUN~ Condamine Hotel & Caravan Park 07 4627 7219 ALL EVENTS RUN UNDER A.C.T.A. RULES. THE COM- Golden West Motel Miles 07 4627 1688, MITTEE RESERVES THE Miles Outback Motel 07 4727 2100 RIGHT TO ALTER OR MODIFY ANY EVENT. CHANGE Miles Motel 07 4627 2022, THE SEQUENCE OR CANCEL ANY EVENT. Starline Motel Miles 07 4627 1322 GUN CLUB - OFF DURONG ROAD, ABOUT 3KM Free Calcutta dinner in the Golf Club Saturday Night. SOUTH OF MUNDUBBERA Ever115 sponsored by Wattle Gle~tPet Foods Hotel and Motel accomrnodotion available Field Manager - Cliff Reid Snacks. BBQ lunch and ommunition on grounds Tla Colllrnitree reserves the right lo alter the program without nolice. Enquiries: Pres: Ken Vicory (07) 4165 4372 AIH Sec: Michael Benhom (07) 4165 4010 Secretary: Ross Gundry 07 4627 1153 BH 07 4627 1217 AH.

May 1999 Australian Clay Ta lrget Shooting News Page 51 Guy 851105. 2ndA Hrnnr 841105: ISTSIB: Hovre42/50,2nd M Welk4W50: ISPR DIR: AA: R ~i~m.c scott. B ~~~~~nh.N AA: J Mack 28130:A: Rvrnbcck 25130,Znd Berle. R Collinron. R Wslrh 15/15: A: hi J Fcmtt 23/30: B: P Luppi 21/30. 2nd C McGill, R Scotl. G Ellis 15/15: B: B Hayward 16130: C: I House 17/30. 2nd K Edwards. I Turner. G Mrllby 15/15: C: N Williamr 16.30: OIA HlGH GUN: G Smith 14/15: l00T DIB: OIA: G Rea Huydcn 1741180: FRONTMARKER HIGH IWIIW: AA: R Wrlrh 1541155. 2nd R GUN: S Mclsuac lU180. Collinron 1531155: A: A Hrnnr 1211123. 2nd N Benron 1341136: B: G Mrltby Gold Cowl 103.99 Gross Road, Woongoolba, Qld 98IIW. 2nd i Tumer 9611W: C: D Reeves Ovcrcrrl. Rain (21) - 25T rkccr dbls: rr: n 8911W. 2nd 0 Pemll8611W: HlGH GUN: Dimmick 24/25: A: C logden 21/25: B: T Practice every Saturday 1.00pm to 5.00pm (except R Walsh. Dore 24/25: C: A Carno 19/25: SOT HlGH Saturday 15th May) $6.00 for 25 targets. GUN: AA: C lrnglcy 49/50: A: B Nelis Cloneurry 28-2-99 47/50: B: T Dom 55/59: C: C brsen 43/50: Sunday 2nd May 9.30 nm lOOT Sporting Graded Trophies $35.00 Fine (171 - IOT PIS: AA & A: Rob Curak. SOT HCP: 11T Dorc 70fl2. 2nd P Bell Wednesday 5th May 7.30 am 75T napGraded Trophies $25.00 G bmwn. T Malthewr. Rod Cusack 30130: 61172. 3rd G Lipperl 60167: OIA: N B: R Dcvn 28130: C: C Brown 29/30: GE Dinlmick 1201125. Saturday 15th May 9.30 am 125T Skeet Graded Trophies $35.00 DONE MEM TROPHY IWF OIA: R \Valrh Saturday 15th May Instruction for Beginners & Noviek Shooters 10011W. AA & A: G Brown 9911W. 2nd R Gmndiwindi 145.99 After Skeet Comp. Curvck 9711W: B: R Dcrn 9711W. 2nd G Hot & Slight Wind (22) - SUNNY Sunday 16th May 9.30 am start Trap Mcrny 9511W. C: C Bmwn 8411W. 2nd D CORNER CLASSIC MXD TGT: DIA: I Duncan 66JIW. Grecnlmd: AA: G Hohn, 2nd N Posflc- Event 1.25T D/B 15M Eye Opener Sweeps waight, 3rd h3 Donald: A: R Cairns. 2nd T Event 2.25T SIB 15M Event 3.50T DL3 May High Gun Event 4 15 Pair Double Rise 15M Total Program $40.00 Gibson ?or trophies. Graded Trophies 1st & 2ndAA.A.B.C Overall High Gun - Fmnt Marker High Gun 601% Noms for VeteranfiadiesIJuniors Club Jackpot - 2 draws Unlimited tickets $1.00 each BBQ Lunch Afternoon Tea Refreshments CASH BONUS! Maryborough 28-2-99 $500 Cash Bonus for possible shot in either Rain (44) - 251 DIB CD: AA: G Dunc. S Trap or Sporting. Smith. T Coking. I Wynyrrd. G Fca: A: F Robinson. G Manning. N Dalo: B: A Wwd. Money divided if more than one possible V Dollitson, F McCmn. G Albrecbl: C: T Cecil: 25T DIE CIS: DIA: P Anderson 65; The committee reserves the right to alter the program without AA: I Wynyrrd 49: A: B Pellcncn 34: B: V notice if necessary Dollisron 32: C: E Robinson 32; LAD: E Robinson: VET: P Sonli: JNR: C Robinson; President: Mike Swale 0418 763168 25T DIE PTS: OIA: F Robinsan 75: AA: S Secretary: Debbie Young 07 5578 6011

PO Box 73 Dysart Qld. 4745 Col Ennis Memorial Shoot

100 target Double Barrel 15m Trophies lst.2nd.3rd. AA.A.B.C. HIGH GUN Ladies, Juniors, Veterans 60% noms. Camping Facilities, Canteen and Refreshments available on grounds The Committee reserves the r~ghtto alter the program if necessary. President: T Curtis (07) 4985 8158 Secretary: R Meaney (07) 4958 1936

Page 52 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 26th - 29thJme 1999 HAMILTON IS The Island Spoiling Australia Free Welcome BBQ Lunch Kid S Stay Play and Eat for Free Experience Clay Target Shooting Island Style Check April's CTSN for all programme details and pre-nomination forms For Pre nomination enquiries please call Sharon Becker 0407 620326 ACCOMMODATION

Coconut Palms Bungalows $145.00 (maxrmum 3 people) Whitsunday Holiday Apartments 0 Standard Apartments $1'70.00 per room (max,mum 5 people) Superior Apartments $190.00 per room (maximum 5 people) Reef View Hotel Garden View Rooms $1 '70.00 per room (max~mum4 people) Coral Sea View Rooms $190.00 per room (max~mum4 people)

Beach Club Resort $300.00 per room (max~mumP people)

Prices and services are subject to change without notice of the proprietors absolute discretion. All accommodation is subject to availability. These rates are valid from 21June until 1 July 1999. Call Danielle or Genine at Hamilton Island Reservations on 1800 075 110

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 53 Port hnbon 28-3-99 Sunnynighi Bieerc 191 . 25T SKEET HCP: W Gillingwaer 25/25. K Scoui 21J25. Y Blrin 19/25: IOTDIB HCP: G Stwrrl.G Andcoon 10110. K stout, M Dichiern. \v Gillingwrler. N Sleernun 9/10: 25T DmIsl M Blain. 2nd G Anderson. 3rd N Sicernan 22/25: ?ST DIBSS: A: M Blrin 25125. B: G Slcwm 25125; C: G Anderson 21/25; LOT DIB CONT: A: M Blain 8/10: B: G Scewan 9/10: C: G Alldenon 8/10: ZST DIB CONT: AA: M Blrin 25125;A: K S1vd12l125; B: M Blount lsn 14-3-99 Dichicrn 23125; C: PAngelino I91?5. An~ualTrap Hot& Wry Brip,h1(33) - SOT SKEET: A: A Benoni 47150: 8: 1Hmir 46150: C: R Porcr Redelifi City 11-3-99 46/50: 25TTWR: A: A Benoni 25125: B: M Fllie & Warm (29) - 25T DIB: AA: R MeGill 24/25; C: R power 28132: SOT DIB: Penniri 25/25: A: P Burke 25/25; B: P Lupi A: Rorr Wrlrh 1181118: B: J Edmandr 25125;C:C Bell 24125: 25T MEDLEY; AA: Carnival 46150: C: B Goeldner 45150: ISPR DIR: A: P Frcelerguer 50150; A: S Cmnsrrano R Wrlsll 35140: B: J Edmonds 23/30: C: B 49150: 8: D Taylor 47/50: C: C Bcll 45150: Gacldncr 16/30; 75 Brwl: D SBII. 25T PIS: AA R Pcnnise 74/75; A: S Cun- narrano75n5;B: C Boyd 74/75: C: S Vulrs- Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May, 1999 Toogoolawah CLAY TARGET CLUB Saturdav 22nd - 10.00am Evt 1: 15T P/S - 15m - O/A Case of Shells 100 TcrrgM Day Evt 2: 25T PIS C'Ship - 15m - O/A Sash At Toogoolawah Showgrounds 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Sunday 23rd May 1999,lO.OOam Start Evt 3: 25T SIB C'Ship - 15m - O/A Sash Noms $35.00 LadiesIJuniors $30.00 1st & 2nd AA.A.B & C Prizes O/All 1st & 2nd AA.A,B,C Evt 4: 50T D/B C'Ship - 15m - O/A Sash BBQ Lunch and Refreshments available 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Brian Gulhrie (President) 07 5423 1468 BBQ Tea and Calcufta Sundav 23rd - 9.00am Evt 5: 15T - 15m - O/A Case of Shells Evt 6: 50T D/B - Calcutta - AA-18,A-17, B-16.C-14 Sporting Clays O/A Sash - 1st & 2nd AA.A.B & C Evt 7: Zone Mixed Targets C'Ship 29th , 30th May 1999 10T D/B. 10T SIB. 10T PIS. 5PR D/R Saturdav 29th Mav 1999 1st & 2nd AA,A.B & C 8.00 am Sharp Evt 8: 20 Pr Commonwealth Deauville Event 1. 25T (1 round) Cash Divide eye-opener (Graded) $20.00 Doubles C'Ship - 24m Event 2. 50T (2 rounds) Killarney Lions Club Classic $40.00 OIA pius 151 to 3rd. AA.A.0.C Grades, plus Lad, Jnr, Vet O/A - Commonwealth Sash- Support the Kiliaroey Lions Club who will be caleriog across 2nd & 3rd Trophies & Badges the weekend wilh breakfast, lunch and dinner all at very reasonable prices. Camping facilities and hot showers Saturday night entertainment by Local Country Band. available at Club grounds Excellent camping facilities on the banks of Old Koreelah Creek ACCOMMODATION: with toilets and hot showers. Why-Not Motor Inn - 07 4972 4222 Sundav 30th Mav 1999 [Earlv) Event 3. 25T (1 round) Cash Divide eye-opener (Graded) $20.00 Midcity Motor Inn - 07 4972 3000 Event 4. 50T (2 rounds) Old Kareeiah Championship $40.00 OIA pius 1st to 3rd AA.A.6.C Grades, plus Lad. Jnr, Vet The Committee reserves the right to alter the HIGH GUNS Sash PIUScash - Overall, AA.A.6.C Grades program Without notice if necessary PIUSLadies, Juniors, Veteran High Gun. All shooters must have a Licence and be a financial member of ACTA, Inquiries: Ray Wise 07 4972 3000 SSAA or Field and Game. Rowan Kilmartin 07 4979 3444 The committee reserves the righl to alter the Program if necessary

Page 54 Australian Clay Target Shooting News May 1999 Saturday 12th June, 9.00am Start Event 1. 25 tgt Double Barrel Cash Divide $1 0 Event 2. 50 tgt Double Barrel Capricorn Championship $28 Event 3. 25 tgt Double Barrel Continental Championship $1 8 Sunday 13th June, 9.00am Start Event 4. 25 tgt Double Barrel Points Championship $18 Event 5. 25 tgt Capricorn Single Barrel Championship $18 Event 6. 50 tgt Medley (25 tgt D/B & 25 tgt D/B Handicap) $28 Calcutta Event 6 Total Nominations $120 Every Shooter gets free entry into Money Back Nominations RaHIe. CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS - OVERALL - SASH & TROPHY AA,A,B,C. GRADE WINNERS - IST & 2ND TROPHIES HlGH GUN - OVERALL - $350 GRADE HlGH GUNS - AA,A,B,C - $150 EACH GRADE LADIES & VETERANS HlGH GUNS - $100 EACH INTERMEDIATE HlGH GUN (11-14 MTRS) - SHELLS

CAMPING FACILITIES, SHOWERS AND TOILETS AVAILABLE. Motels operated by Club Members: Regency Motel, corner Albert & Campbell Streets. PH 07 4922 6222 FAX 07 4922 2573 Cattle City Motor Inn: 139 Gladstone Road. PH 07 4927 7811 FAX 07 4922 5448. For further information, please contact: President: Graham Whitfield Ph. 07 4928 0908, AH Vice President Noel Hickson Ph. 07 4928 21 76 AH Club Captain Keith Harrower Ph. 07 4936 2629 AH The Committee reserves the right to alter the program.

May 1999 Australian Clay Target Shooting News Page 55 Im 64/75: 25T HCP: 1st A Lestani 25125. 2nd P Burkc 24125.3rd J Cnrrimvlis 24/25. Warwick 7-3-99 Rockhomplon 7.3.99 Sunny &S111(54) - 25T 15MDB P/S:AA: hluggy. Windy. Rniny (26) - 50T J ~ack75n5:~:G smith 75n5:~:J ~ac~n MEDLEu; AA; R Mrmske 4813'1; A: G 73/75; C: G Canning 72/75: 25T SOUTH- Whilticld 49150: B: C Wamock44150: C: G ERN DO\VNS DIB C'SHIP: OIA: R Loy MrcDonrld 40150: 25T DB TWR: A: J 88188; AA: T Morany 87188.2nd C Schoen- Riggr 25/25: B: B Seoil 25/25: C: J Filllei tisch 76117; A: J Loy 61/62,2nd D Roulslon 23/25: 50T SKEET HCP: 1st G Whitlicld 51152: B: J Plro 47148.2nd J Baron 39140: 62168. 2nd 0 Briber 59/68. 3rd D Wua C: 0 Ficchfner 33134,Znd ESurrwki 28/29: 39150: OIA HlGH GUN: J Riggr 1181125. 30T SIB: AA: J Mack 54/54. 2nd G Rapir- wda 53/54 A: J Abclr 29/30. 2nd A Smith Toolgwlnwah 6-3-99 32134; B: M Voipmlo 36128. 2nd J Plafr Fine & Humid (14) - IWT DAY OIA: D 35/38; C: D Fiechlcr 26/30. 2nd J Skinner Ebbern 96/1W, AA: 0 Nargy 8311W; A: B 23/30: 20~~nm HCP: OIA: R momson, Nior 96/1W. 2nd R Dclglcirh 9511W. B: G 1st J Loy & J Loy 40/40,2nd S Hdgson & Blafchly 8911W;C: S Whvrlf 8311W. 2nd B R Loy 38140.3rd G R~pirrrda& M Volpalo 38/40: HlGH GUNS: AA: 1 Mack 1301130: A:GSmilll 1271130:B:J Bacon 125/130:C: Twwwmba 13-3-99 D Fieehtner 1141130: ENCOURAGEMENT Fins (38) - 25T DIB CD: D Smith. A AWARD: R Lahilt BEST JNR: J Bmley Anderson. M Page 25/25; 50T PIS C'SHIP: OIA & AA: A Anderran 1501150. J Brnon 1491150: A: G Smith 144. J Lay 141: 8: D Hrnvd 134. K Denlon 133; C: R Smith Saturdav Commencina at 110.00 am 115. S Rolhwcll 97: IOPR DIR: AA: M barcon 27/30: A: W Srunders 24/30: B: A Page 14/20: C: R Smith 11/20: HlGH GUN: $4,500.00 prizes A Anderson 1901195: 25T SKEET DBL: AA: A Dicrkc 25125: A. J Banan 25121; 8: Event I. 15 Tgt, Double Barrel off 15m. Eye Opener $8.00 R Bmok 25121; C: J Allrn 19/25: SOT SKEETSIS: AA: A Dicrkc, M Bmon 5060: A: T Dierke 47.1 Barton 46; B: Dm Mrkinl Event 2. 25 Tgt, Double Barrel Championship $14.00 48, D Hmood. G Adumron. G Smith45: C: Grades: 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C I Allan 46. 1 Shrrpe 42: HlGH GUN: A oierke 75/75. Event 3. 25 Tgt, D.B. Point Score Championship $14.00 Brrirblc. Grades: 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Townsvillc 21-3-99 Event 4. 25 tgt, Single Barrel Championship $14.00 Finc(42) - SpanClvys 1:A: KSlaul23125; Whitrunday 21-3-99 B: G Rccves 24125: C: J Sampron 16/25: Overcrsi. humid. wci (12) - IOT UO:T Grades: 1st & 2ndAA,A,B & C Spon Clays 2: A: S Riccv 16/25: B: G Merncy. A Love. C Neilsen, R Dvvis 10/1U: Saturdav Niaht: Calcutta Draw &Auction, Reeves 22/25: C R Rogers 18t25: 25T DIB: 2ST DIB: AA: T Mcancy 25/25. R Davis A: G RCEVES. A Hanna, G Elli~.N Benron 30131; A: R Woodhousc 31/31. R Taylor Dinner & Refreshments 25/25: B: T Turner & T Camso 24/25: C. A 30131: 8: A Love 46/47. P Donvig 45/41; C: Tomnsrn 24/25, T Dcvinc 23/25: 75T PIS: P Brsfrble 25/25; 25T WHITSUNDAY Event 5. 25 Tgt, D.B. Point Score Championship $16.00 A: K Stout & N Bcnron 71/75: B: ITumci CLAY CUP: R Taylor 79180: 2ST SIB: AA: (Night Shoot) Grades: 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C 74/75, B Edwards. S Ricca & R oevinc R nvnn 24125.11 Davis 22125: A: R Taylor 71/75: C: A Vasrilini 67/75. A O'Kecle 24125. R Wdhousc 20125; B: P Doring Mn5: 25T SIB: A: N Bcnson 25/25. K scout 29132. A Long 28/32: C: P Barlahie 20125.T Sundav: Commencina at 9.00 am 22/25: 8: R Braccvrdo 24/25, B Edwards Coca 19125: 25T HCP: 1st A Love. 2nd T Event 6. 25 Tgt, Double Barrel C'Ship Special 23/25: C: A Tonesrn 23/25. A Vasnulini. R Coco. 3rd P Bas~ablc:HlGH GUN: R Dunn Rogers & T Devine 2M5; 25T HIC: 1st S 1431148. Trophy Event $14.00 Ellis 28129. 2nd A Vasralini 27/29. 3rd R Grades: AAoff 20m. A off 18m, B off 16m, Devinc 26/29: 0A:A: N Benson 1441150: B:

Event 7. 25 Tgt, Double Barrel Championship $14.00 Grades: 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C (Calcutta) Event 8. 25 Tgt, Double Barrel (Calcutta) $14.00 Handicap (Optional Sweep) $4.00 Looking for a Club Event 9. 25 Tgt, Double Barrel Continental Championship $16.00 Grades: 1st & 2nd AA,A,B & C Trophy idea Total nominations $128.00 High Guns on Full Program: AA,A,B,C &Junior 14" COLOUR TV FOR EACH GRADE (Committee reserves the right fo alter fhe program if necessary) ENQUIRIES CONTACT: Peter Robertson 07 4065 5126 Nuts Greco 07 4065 2180 Ennio Defend 07 4065 2124. ACCOMODATION: AC7A COFFEE Phone: Silkwood Hotel, MUGS Silkwood 07 4065 2322, Villa Monaco, FOR THE MONTH'S OF MAYAND Kurrimine Beach 07 4065 6311, King Reef HotelfMotel, JUNE BUY 6 AND GET I FREE Kurrimine Beach 07 4065 6144, Plus P&H Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park 07 4065 6166. Contact ACTA Office

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