This month in Australian Shooter, we sit down with Amanda Vallance, whose journey from working in a gun shop to establishing Ballistics Headquarters has seen her build one of Australia’s leading centres for firearms expertise. Combining forensic science, historical knowledge and practical application, her work offers a unique insight into the technical side of the industry and the role it plays in safety, investigation and education. Elsewhere in the issue, we take a closer look at the latest gear and innovations, with Ben Unten trialling Walker’s rechargeable earmuffs and Travis Allen putting a new training aid to the test, designed to improve accuracy and remove guesswork on the range. We also assess a matched pair of Walther PDP pistols, alongside a range of optics and accessories featured throughout our review section. Rounding things out are hunting stories, industry updates and all your regular columns, delivering a well-balanced mix of practical advice, field experiences and informed commentary for shooters across Australia.